Norwegian Jewel

4.0 / 5.0

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2,202 Reviews

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Freestyle cruising means two dozen free and for-fee restaurants and bars to choose from, plus no set dining times or assigned tables; holds about 3,000 cruisers.

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Celebrity Solstice

5.0 / 5.0

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2,039 Reviews

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Sophisticated vibe with gourmet dining, the country club-style Lawn Club and two suites-only restaurants; partnership with Canyon Ranch is a highlight for spa-goers.

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Celebrity Eclipse

4.5 / 5.0

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1,788 Reviews

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Caters to the chic city slicker with a Lawn Club, Apple computer classes and bars specializing in everything from martinis to cocktails to craft beer.

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Celebrity Millennium

4.0 / 5.0

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1,596 Reviews

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An eclectic mid-sized ship, which carries near 2,100 passengers; offers Celebrity Life’s enrichment programs, guest entertainers and late night dancing.

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Serenade of the Seas

4.5 / 5.0

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1,593 Reviews

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Highlights on this smallish ship include rock climbing, mini-golf, three pools, and 16 bars and lounges including a wine bar and English-style pub; holds some 2,500.

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Emerald Princess

4.5 / 5.0

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1,566 Reviews

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As far as modern mega-ships go, 3,000-passenger Emerald Princess maintains the high level of service it was celebrated for when it first launched.

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Ruby Princess

4.0 / 5.0

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1,549 Reviews

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Dignified yet fun with Princess signatures including Movies Under The Stars, fine dining, the ever-busy Piazza and Broadway-style production shows; holds fewer than 4,000.

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Carnival Legend

4.0 / 5.0

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1,481 Reviews

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Fun and friendly with lots of pool-centric fun, a multi-slide waterpark, nightly comedy, and 16 lounges and bars; spends much of year in Australia.

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Grand Princess

3.5 / 5.0

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1,449 Reviews

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One of Princess' oldest ships featuring popular cruise line standards including the always-buzzing Piazza, Alfredo's Pizzeria, Movies Under the Stars and day-and-night trivia.

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Royal Princess

4.0 / 5.0

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1,384 Reviews

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No gimmicks here, just traditional Princess fun including Movies Under The Stars, the always-buzzing Piazza, Broadway-style stage shows and 14 bars; holds about 4,000.

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Carnival Miracle

4.0 / 5.0

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1,328 Reviews

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Fun, family-friendly ship focused on Carnival signatures like the high-energy Playlist Production shows, nightly comedy, RedFrog Pub and line dancing deck parties.

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Golden Princess

4.0 / 5.0

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1,289 Reviews

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The 2,600-passenger Golden Princess, splits its time between Australia, New Zealand, the South Pacific and Asia and is the largest-ever Melbourne-based cruise ship.

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Star Princess

4.0 / 5.0

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1,279 Reviews

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Star Princess is an elegant midsize ship, perfect for older couples or groups of friends who enjoy enrichment and lingering over drinks and long dinners.

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Radiance of the Seas

4.0 / 5.0

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1,207 Reviews

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Carries less than 3,000 people and features eight restaurants, a rock climbing wall, mini-golf, three pools and 16 bars and lounges; spends half of year Down Under.

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Carnival Spirit

4.5 / 5.0

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1,072 Reviews

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One of Australians' favourite cruise ships -- like a true Aussie, it's laid-back, fun and friendly -- from crew, to passengers and the atmosphere.

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Westerdam

4.5 / 5.0

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1,037 Reviews

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Although it's not a new ship, Holland America's Westerdam continues to do what the line does best -- balance the traditional cruising experience with updated, contemporary amenities.

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Eurodam

4.5 / 5.0

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1,036 Reviews

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Traditional and upscale; emphasizes music and gourmet dining; features Billboard Onboard, Lincoln Center Onstage, B.B. King's Blues Club; holds about 3,000.

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Island Princess

4.0 / 5.0

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1,004 Reviews

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Island Princess is a 2,214-passenger Coral-class ship built small enough to fit through tiny locks prior to the Panama Canal's widening project.

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Oosterdam

4.0 / 5.0

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999 Reviews

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Oosterdam, launched in 2003, carries 1,916 passengers and offers a more modern twist on a classic ship.

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Coral Princess

4.0 / 5.0

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874 Reviews

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Coral Princess is a vacation destination that offers up a pleasing amount of glitz while making passengers feel right at home.

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Noordam

3.5 / 5.0

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784 Reviews

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Holland America Line aims to strike a balance between classic and contemporary, and the intimate, 2,000-passenger Noordam, christened in 2006, manages this well.

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Nieuw Amsterdam

4.5 / 5.0

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775 Reviews

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Traditional emphasis on gourmet dining, live music and an impressive art collection; highlights are the Culinary Arts Center and B.B. King's Blues Club; holds fewer than 3,000.

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Norwegian Bliss

4.0 / 5.0

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653 Reviews

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Norwegian's newest ship, which will sail in Alaska and Caribbean, launches June 2018; highlights include 82 solo cabins with virtual ocean views and a massive observation lounge.

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Azamara Quest

4.5 / 5.0

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650 Reviews

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Tips, select drinks and one shoreside event are included on all cruises on this 690-passenger ship; destination-minded travelers enjoy its fine dining and friendly service.

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Koningsdam

5.0 / 5.0

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618 Reviews

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Upscale; emphasis on music and gourmet dining; highlights are the Culinary Arts Center, Billboard Onboard, Lincoln Center Stage and B.B. King's All-Stars Band; holds about 2,650.

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Disney Wonder

4.0 / 5.0

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564 Reviews

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Holds less than 3,000; highlights include the Broadway-caliber "Frozen" musical, the New Orleans-inspired Tiana's Place restaurant and character meet-and-greets.

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Maasdam

4.0 / 5.0

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561 Reviews

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Holland America's stately Maasdam launched in 1994, but has gone through two major refurbishments in 2006 and 2011, adding contemporary features.

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Volendam

4.0 / 5.0

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558 Reviews

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The 1,432-passenger Volendam has had a couple of refurbishments since its 1999 debut, one in 2006 and one in 2011, which saw a ship-wide spruce up.

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Ovation of the Seas

4.5 / 5.0

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528 Reviews

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Part of Royal Caribbean's Quantum class, Ovation of the Seas boasts high-tech features such as the RipCord by iFly skydiving simulator, bumper cars and robot bartenders.

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Queen Elizabeth

4.0 / 5.0

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487 Reviews

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Launched in 2010, Queen Elizabeth continues Cunard's classically elegant style, with Art Deco touches and old-fashioned pursuits.

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Amsterdam

4.0 / 5.0

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375 Reviews

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Built in 2000, Amsterdam is smaller than the line's Vista and Signature classes of ships and a recently had Canaletto, a casual Italian eatery, installed.

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Regatta

4.5 / 5.0

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368 Reviews

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Unparalleled service, outstanding cuisine and small size (684 passengers) are the hallmarks of this ultra-premium cruise ship.

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Seven Seas Mariner

4.5 / 5.0

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349 Reviews

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All-inclusive, 700-passenger ship boasts all-suite, all-balcony accommodations and delicious food; offers activities for kids during the summer months.

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Crystal Symphony

4.5 / 5.0

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295 Reviews

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Large luxury ship known for enrichment classes, inclusive fares, gourmet food and impeccable service; carries 922 passengers.

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Pacific Princess

267 Reviews

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Pacific Princess offers some of the line's more exotic itineraries in Europe, Asia and South America, including a 107-night World Cruise.

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Silver Muse

5.0 / 5.0

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204 Reviews

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With its 2017 debut, Silver Muse swiftly became Silversea's flagship cruise vessel. That's because it's the biggest and newest in the cruise line's fleet.

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Seven Seas Explorer

5.0 / 5.0

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188 Reviews

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Super luxurious ship carries 750 passengers and offers five major dining venues, Canyon Ranch spa, over-the-top suites and truly inclusive fares.

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Viking Orion

5.0 / 5.0

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179 Reviews

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Viking Orion is Viking Ocean Cruises' fifth 930-passenger vessel, which is almost identical to its predecessors.

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Seabourn Sojourn

5.0 / 5.0

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127 Reviews

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Personalization, excellent service and outstanding food and wine are the hallmark of 458-passenger luxury ship, Seabourn Sojourn.

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Star Legend

4.5 / 5.0

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112 Reviews

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Windstar's Star Legend offers an "almost luxury" experience and a laid-back vibe; you'll find larger cabins and elevators not found on its sister ships with sails.

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L'Austral

4.5 / 5.0

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97 Reviews

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Launched in 2011, L'Austral was the second in a series of 264-passenger, ice-strengthened cruising yachts commissioned by Ponant; it's also often chartered by other lines such as Tauck.

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Le Boreal

49 Reviews

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Launched in 2009 and ice-strengthened for Arctic and Antarctica itineraries, Le Boreal was the first in a series of 264-passenger cruising yachts commissioned by Ponant.

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National Geographic Sea Bird

4.0 / 5.0

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16 Reviews

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Basic expedition-style cruising; carries naturalists and a photography expert; active and cultural excursions include hiking, snorkeling and museum visits; carries 62 passengers.

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National Geographic Sea Lion

4.5 / 5.0

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14 Reviews

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The 62-passenger ship spends its summers in Alaska and its winters in Costa Rica and Panama, getting up close and personal with wildlife.

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National Geographic Quest

4.0 / 5.0

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11 Reviews

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Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic welcomed its first-ever new-build in June 2017. Quest is about a third larger than existing Lindblad ships.

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Bremen

2 Reviews

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Small and nimble, Hapag-Lloyd's expedition ship Bremen is made for visiting some of the most remote and exotic areas of the world.

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National Geographic Venture

1 Review

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Larger than existing Lindblad ships, with an additional fourth deck, Lindblad’s new 100-passenger Venture accommodates families. Almost half the cabins will have balconies.

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Norwegian Joy

1 Review

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Norwegian Joy was purpose built for the Chinese market and sails in China full time.

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Hanseatic Nature

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