Cruise lines vary as much as steak houses and sushi bars, or smokestacks and sails. We’ve profiled the major cruise lines to help you make your cruising decisions.
Carnival Cruise Lines
The party ships. Brightly painted, lots of dancing and plenty of casino.
Celebrity Cruises
Great spas of the seas. “Fun Factories” for the kids, fine art auctions for the parents.
Crystal Cruises
Luxury large ship cruises. Great specialty cruises like “Mind, Body and Spirit.”
Disney Cruise Line
Mickey Mouse and friends entertain the kids while providing parents with plenty of ‘us time.’
Holland America Line
The traditional cruise line. New ships offer 85% “balcony view” staterooms.
Norwegian Cruise Line
Originators of “Freestyle Cruising.” Come as you are, dine when you want.
Princess Cruises
The newest fleet in the industry. All-in-one itineraries provide time to relax and explore.
Royal Caribbean International
The floating metropolis. From floor shows to rock walls, this is cruising at its biggest.
Windstar Cruises
Set sail. Motor-powered sailing ships define luxury and anchor in small, exclusive ports.
