Cruise lines directory

Compare cruise lines before you choose a ship or sailing, with practical notes on style, fleet, audience fit, and available itineraries.

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36 cruise lines shown
AmaSofia, AmaWaterways
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AmaWaterways

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River Cruising
Food and Wine
+2

A river-cruise choice for travellers who want guided discovery, food and wine, and room to choose a more active day ashore.

Best for

Travellers who enjoy guided sightseeing with a choice of activity levels, Couples combining cultural visits with food and wine

Ship profiles
38
Available sailings
3,386
American Maverick, American Cruise Lines
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American Cruise Lines

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River / Coastal
Us Waterways
+4

Premium small-ship cruises on U.S. rivers and coasts with a relaxed, destination-first pace.

Best for

US river travelers wanting convenient domestic itineraries, Small-ship cruisers who value quiet ships and scenery

Ship profiles
28
Available sailings
3,095
MS Infinity, Avalon Waterways
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Avalon Waterways

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River Cruising
Flexible Sightseeing
+2

A river-cruise option built around excursion choice and making the passing scenery part of the cabin experience.

Best for

Travellers who want to choose between cultural and active shore outings, Couples who value scenery from their room

Ship profiles
21
Available sailings
2,240
Azamara Pursuit, Azamara
Azamara logo

Azamara

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Small Ship Premium
Destination Focused
+3

Small premium ships with late departures and frequent overnights for travelers who prioritize time in port over onboard bells and whistles.

Best for

Cultural travelers who want long days and overnights, Couples who prefer quiet evenings over big shows

Ship profiles
4
Available sailings
651
Carnival Firenze, Carnival Cruise Line
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Carnival Cruise Line

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Casual Big Ship
Mainstream Value
+4

Carnival is a casual, value-oriented cruise line built around big ships, lively entertainment, and an easygoing social atmosphere.

Best for

Friend groups looking for a lively, social cruise, First-time cruisers who want a simple, low-fuss setup

Ship profiles
31
Available sailings
3,623
Celebrity Xcel, Celebrity Cruises
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Celebrity Cruises

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Premium Ocean
Modern Upscale
+3

Celebrity is a premium cruise line for travelers who want modern design, good dining, and a calmer upscale vibe.

Best for

Couples who want a polished premium cruise, Travelers who care about dining, wine, and design

Ship profiles
16
Available sailings
1,589
Crystal Serenity, Crystal
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Crystal

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Ultra Luxury
Small To Mid Size Ships
+4

An ultra-luxury line with mid-size ships, ample space, and service-first, quiet elegance.

Best for

Luxury travelers prioritizing service and space, Destination-focused cruisers

Ship profiles
3
Available sailings
371
Queen Anne, Cunard
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Cunard

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Classic Ocean
Premium
+3

A heritage-rich, formal-leaning line known for classic ocean-liner style and the iconic Queen Mary 2 Transatlantic crossing.

Best for

Transatlantic crossings on Queen Mary 2, Travelers who enjoy formal evenings and classic rituals

Ship profiles
4
Available sailings
864
Disney Adventure, Disney Cruise Line
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Disney Cruise Line

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Family Focused
Premium Entertainment
+3

A premium family cruise line built around Disney storytelling, Broadway-style shows, strong kids’ clubs, and adult spaces onboard.

Best for

Families with kids of all ages, Multi-generational trips

Ship profiles
9
Available sailings
1,239
Emerald Kaia, Emerald Cruises
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Emerald Cruises

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River Cruising
Yacht Style Coastal Cruising
+3

Modern, boutique river and yacht-style cruises with a relaxed premium feel and destination-focused itineraries.

Best for

Couples who like modern boutique ships, Travelers prioritizing ports over onboard spectacle

Ship profiles
17
Available sailings
3,365
EXPLORA III, Explora Journeys
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Explora Journeys

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Luxury Ocean
Modern Design
+4

A modern luxury line with a calm, design-forward feel, generous space, and a slower onboard pace.

Best for

Couples who want a quiet, modern luxury setting, Travelers who prefer spacious, suite-led ships

Ship profiles
6
Available sailings
814
Bolette, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines
Classic Small Ship
Premium
+4

British small-ship line offering friendly service and port-led itineraries on classic, lower-key ships.

Best for

UK travelers who prefer classic cruising, Small-ship fans who like scenic routes and frequent port calls

Ship profiles
3
Available sailings
252
Rotterdam, Holland America Line
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Holland America Line

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Classic Ocean
Premium
+4

Premium, classic cruising with a calmer onboard pace, strong dining, and destination-led itineraries.

Best for

Adults who prefer a quieter ship, Traditional cruise fans

Ship profiles
11
Available sailings
3,167
MS Midnatsol, Hurtigruten
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Hurtigruten

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Expedition / Coastal
Destination Focused
+2

Norwegian coastal and expedition-style voyages on small to mid-size ships with a strong focus on scenery, nature, and local culture.

Best for

Expedition-minded travelers, Scenery and wildlife enthusiasts

Ship profiles
9
Available sailings
3,466
Marella Voyager, Marella Cruises
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Marella Cruises

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Casual Big Ship
Mainstream Value
+2

UK-centric, casual big-ship cruising with fly-cruise convenience and mainstream value.

Best for

UK travelers wanting flight-inclusive packages, Social, casual cruising on large resort ships

Ship profiles
5
Available sailings
695
MSC World America, MSC Cruises
MSC Cruises logo

MSC Cruises

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Big Ship Resort
Contemporary
+1

European-style, value-focused big-ship cruising on modern vessels with broad global routing, especially strong in the Mediterranean.

Best for

Value-focused Mediterranean trips, Families and multigenerational groups

Ship profiles
25
Available sailings
10,195
Norwegian Luna, Norwegian Cruise Line
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Norwegian Cruise Line

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Casual Big Ship
Flexible Dining
+4

A mainstream cruise line built around Freestyle Cruising, with flexible dining and a relaxed big-ship pace.

Best for

Travelers who dislike rigid schedules, Couples who like picking their own pace

Ship profiles
23
Available sailings
2,496
Oceania Allura, Oceania Cruises
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Oceania Cruises

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Small Ship Premium
Culinary Focused
+3

Upscale, small-to-mid-size ships with destination-heavy itineraries and a strong culinary focus.

Best for

Food-focused travelers, Older couples

Ship profiles
10
Available sailings
825
Arvia, P&O Cruises
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P&O Cruises

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Classic Ocean
British Focused
+4

A British-focused, mainstream line offering traditional style and good-value no-fly cruises from UK ports.

Best for

UK-based travelers wanting no-fly departures, Traditional cruise fans

Ship profiles
7
Available sailings
1,179
Paul Gauguin, Paul Gauguin Cruises
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Paul Gauguin Cruises

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Small Ship Luxury
Destination Focused
+3

Luxury small-ship cruising dedicated to French Polynesia and the wider South Pacific with a relaxed, intimate vibe.

Best for

Couples and honeymooners, Travelers focused on French Polynesia

Ship profile
1
Available sailings
130
Spirit of Ponant, PONANT EXPLORATIONS
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PONANT EXPLORATIONS

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Expedition Luxury
Small Ship Cruising
+3

Luxury small ships with expedition-style itineraries and a quiet, refined onboard atmosphere.

Best for

Luxury travelers who prioritize itinerary, Expedition-curious guests who still want comfort

Ship profiles
14
Available sailings
931
Star Princess, Princess Cruises
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Princess Cruises

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Classic Ocean
Premium / Classic
+2

Classic premium cruising with MedallionClass convenience and a calm, traditional onboard feel.

Best for

Couples who prefer a classic premium cruise style, Multi-generational groups traveling together

Ship profiles
17
Available sailings
2,732
Seven Seas Prestige, Regent Seven Seas Cruises
Ultra Luxury
All Inclusive
+4

Ultra-luxury, highly inclusive cruises with suite accommodations, attentive service, and shore excursions included.

Best for

Luxury travelers prioritizing service and space, Guests who want shore excursions included

Ship profiles
7
Available sailings
715
Legend of the Seas, Royal Caribbean International
Big Ship Resort
Family Friendly
+4

Big-ship cruising with lots of onboard action, major shows, and a busy resort feel.

Best for

Families who want plenty of onboard activities, Multigenerational groups with different interests

Ship profiles
31
Available sailings
4,225
Scenic Amber, Scenic
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Scenic

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Luxury River Cruising
Small Ship Expedition Yachts
+3

Luxury river and expedition-style cruising with small ships, strong inclusions, and a quiet, destination-first focus.

Best for

Luxury travelers who prefer small ships, Expedition-curious guests who still want comfort

Ship profiles
20
Available sailings
2,093
Scenic Eclipse II, Scenic Ocean Cruises
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Scenic Ocean Cruises

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Small Ship Luxury
Expedition & Discovery
+2

Ultra-luxury, small discovery yachts offering expedition-style routes with a relaxed, no-formal-nights atmosphere.

Best for

Luxury travelers who value small ships, Expedition-minded guests who prefer comfort

Ship profiles
3
Available sailings
419
Sea Cloud Spirit, Sea Cloud Cruises
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Sea Cloud Cruises

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Small Ship Sailing
Luxury
+4

Luxury tall-ship sailing with intimate ships, classic style, and itineraries that prioritize the feel of true sailing over big-ship amenities.

Best for

Couples who value romance and quiet evenings, Sailing enthusiasts drawn to traditional tall ships

Ship profiles
2
Available sailings
91
Seabourn Pursuit, Seabourn
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Seabourn

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Ultra Luxury
Small Ship
+4

Ultra-luxury, yacht-style small ships with high-touch service and an intimate, uncrowded feel.

Best for

Travelers prioritizing personalized, discreet service, Couples seeking a quiet, upscale retreat at sea

Ship profiles
6
Available sailings
1,153
SeaDream II, SeaDream Yacht Club
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SeaDream Yacht Club

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Small Ship Luxury
Yacht Style Cruising
+4

Ultra-boutique yacht cruising with open-deck living, intimate spaces, and highly personalized service.

Best for

Luxury couples seeking intimacy, Travelers who dislike large ships

Ship profiles
3
Available sailings
279
Silver Ray, Silversea
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Silversea

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Ultra Luxury
Small Ships
+2

Ultra-luxury small ships and expeditions with destination-led itineraries and a quiet, refined onboard style.

Best for

Luxury travelers who prefer small ships, Expedition and remote-destination enthusiasts

Ship profiles
12
Available sailings
1,227
Luminara, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection
Ultra Luxury
Yacht Style
+4

An ultra-luxury, yacht-style line delivering a modern hotel feel at sea with service-forward, small-port itineraries and a quiet, intimate vibe.

Best for

Luxury travelers who prefer intimate ships, Couples seeking quiet, design-forward spaces

Ship profiles
3
Available sailings
329
S.S. Emilie, UNIWORLD Boutique River Cruises
River Cruising
Luxury
+2

Luxury river cruising for travellers who value distinctive ship interiors and a fare that includes many everyday onboard costs.

Best for

Travellers who enjoy individually styled boutique-hotel interiors, River cruisers who value a broad included offering

Ship profiles
24
Available sailings
2,184
Viking Mira, Viking Ocean Cruises
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Viking Ocean Cruises

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Premium Ocean
Adults Only (18+)
+4

An adults-only ocean option for travellers who put destinations ahead of resort attractions. Compare the included experiences with the trip you would actually buy.

Best for

Adults prioritising destinations over resort attractions, Travellers who will use the included experiences

Ship profiles
20
Available sailings
2,705
Viking Sekhmet, Viking River Cruises
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Viking River Cruises

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River / Coastal
Premium
+3

A premium, destination-led river line with quiet ships and an adult-oriented atmosphere.

Best for

Travelers who prioritize time in port and scenic river transits, Adults who prefer a quiet, structured onboard routine

Ship profiles
113
Available sailings
9,351
Brilliant Lady, Virgin Voyages
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Virgin Voyages

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Adults Only
Modern Lifestyle
+4

Adults-only (18+) ships with a modern, boutique-hotel feel and a strong dining focus without traditional buffets.

Best for

Adults who specifically want 18+ ships, Couples and friend groups

Ship profiles
4
Available sailings
545
Star Explorer, Windstar Cruises
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Windstar Cruises

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Small Ship Premium
Yacht Style Cruising
+3

Upscale small-ship yachting with relaxed ambiance and access to smaller ports big ships skip.

Best for

Couples who want quieter ships, Experienced cruisers seeking smaller ports

Ship profiles
8
Available sailings
2,070

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