Mainstream Cruise Lines

A great choice for couples, families, singles, and first time cruisers looking for a lively and casual atmosphere focused on fun. With a huge variety of entertainment and educational options, these sailings offer significant bang for the buck, with fares typically ranging from around $50 - $125 per night. Ship sizes tend to be larger, decor brighter, and onboard dining and pool possibilities plentiful. Specialty restaurants, top-shelf drinks, and other services and excursions will cost extra.

Carnival Cruise Lines
Ships 28
ø Quality Stars 2.5
ø Price/day $191
Price drop this week -42%
Celebrity Cruises
Ships 15
ø Quality Stars 3
ø Price/day $630
Price drop this week -40%
Costa Cruise Lines
Ships 13
ø Quality Stars 2
ø Price/day $200
Price drop this week -31%
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Disney Cruise Line
Ships 4
ø Quality Stars 3.5
ø Price/day $574
Price drop this week -16%
Holland America Line
Ships 15
ø Quality Stars 3
ø Price/day $228
Price drop this week -42%
MSC Cruises
Ships 17
ø Quality Stars 2.5
ø Price/day $190
Price drop this week -38%
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Norwegian Cruise Line
Ships 17
ø Quality Stars 3
ø Price/day $227
Price drop this week -39%
Princess Cruises
Ships 18
ø Quality Stars 3
ø Price/day $226
Price drop this week -33%
Royal Caribbean
Ships 26
ø Quality Stars 3
ø Price/day $235
Price drop this week -39%

Premium Cruise Lines

Premium cruise lines cater to passengers seeking to explore the world comfortably. Respite from crowds not only in port but also on the ship is important for these lines, and most ships lower their capacities to allow for larger, more spacious cabins, and public spaces designed for easy-going socializing. Cuisine tends to be of a higher caliber, with perhaps some included regional wine pairings for refined palates. The average age is slightly older than mainstream cruises, and you can expect to pay roughly $125 - $350 per night.

Azamara Club Cruises
Ships 3
ø Quality Stars 3
ø Price/day $507
Price drop this week -32%
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Cunard
Ships 3
ø Quality Stars 3
ø Price/day $422
Price drop this week -34%
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Hurtigruten Cruise Lines
Ships 14
ø Quality Stars 3.5
ø Price/day $775
Price drop this week -14%
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Oceania Cruises
Ships 6
ø Quality Stars 3
ø Price/day $392
Price drop this week -26%
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Windstar Cruises
Ships 6
ø Quality Stars 3
ø Price/day $410
Price drop this week n/a

Luxury Cruise Lines

With fares starting at $400 per night, luxury cruise lines attract a decidedly well-heeled, well-traveled demographic. Sky high standards mean passengers receive outstanding personalized service, exclusive itineraries to ports all over the world, world-class (occasionally Michelin-rated) cuisine, and luxurious and elegant accommodations. While the price is admittedly steep, most fares are all-inclusive, from onboard amenities to dining, drinks, and even gratuities. Sometimes prices also include flights and transfers, smoothing even the stress of travel. Ships tend to be smaller, more intimate, and finely decorated.

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Crystal Cruises
Ships 4
ø Quality Stars 3.5
ø Price/day $701
Price drop this week -13%
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Ponant
Ships 8
ø Quality Stars 3
ø Price/day $1080
Price drop this week -20%
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Regent Seven Seas
Ships 4
ø Quality Stars 3
ø Price/day $690
Price drop this week -31%
SeaDream Yacht Club
Ships 2
ø Quality Stars 3.5
ø Price/day $835
Price drop this week -14%
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Seabourn
Ships 5
ø Quality Stars 3.5
ø Price/day $559
Price drop this week -10%
Silversea Cruises
Ships 9
ø Quality Stars 3
ø Price/day $725
Price drop this week -34%
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Star Clippers
Ships 3
ø Quality Stars 3
ø Price/day -
Price drop this week n/a
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Viking Cruises
Ships 5
ø Quality Stars 4
ø Price/day $510
Price drop this week -34%