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The Best of the Best in Cruising
2009 CruiseCritic.co.uk Editors' Picks Awards Announced
London, October 21, 2009: The best cruise lines and top cruise ships have been honoured by editors at CruiseCritic.co.uk (http://www.cruisecritic.co.uk) -- the independent cruise reviews and news site -- with the announcement today of the 2009 CruiseCritic.co.uk Editors' Picks Awards.
The awards, introduced for the first time this year, celebrate the best of the best in cruising with winners selected by CruiseCritic.co.uk's editorial team. The 16 categories reflect the wide range of cruises and ships available to travellers -- from fun-packed family ships to more serene luxury vessels -- providing a useful guide to the best ships for each type of cruiser and style of cruise.
The Awards evaluate cruise lines and ships according to the types of passengers to whom they cater and the range of options offered. Categories include: "Best for First-Timers," awarded to Thomson Cruises; "Best for Cruising with Kids," awarded to Ocean Village; and "Best New Ship" awarded to Celebrity Equinox. More specific categories include "Best for Keeping in Shape," awarded to Royal Caribbean, and "Best for Seeing the World," which went to Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines.
Two cities also made the list, with Southampton declared the "Best Departure Port", and Edinburgh noted as the "Best Destination Port".
"We're excited to announce our first ever CruiseCritic.co.uk awards and honor those cruise lines we believe are truly dedicated to making cruising the best holiday experience you could wish for -- whether you want a relaxing romantic break, a voyage to discover new sights, or an activity-filled family holiday," explains Carolyn Spencer Brown, editor in chief of Cruise Critic. "British cruisers want fun activities, exciting ports of call, and great value –- and cruise lines are listening."
The 2009 Cruise Critic Awards:
For full details regarding the 2009 CruiseCritic.co.uk Awards, visit www.cruisecritic.co.uk/editors-picks/.
About CruiseCritic.co.uk:
Cruise Critic is an online cruise guide offering a comprehensive resource for cruise travelers, from first-time cruisers to avid cruisers. The site features professional reviews and member reviews of over 350 ships, and hosts an active community where travelers share experiences and opinions with fellow cruisers.
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