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Zuiderdam
Holland America LineThe VerdictThese ships were Holland America's first foray into mega-size vessels, and they marry traditional HAL style with a partying Caribbean feel -- a weird fit…
Msc Cruises
Address 6750 N. Andrews Ave., Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309Phone 800/666-9333Online www.msccruisesusa.comEnjoyment Factor 3Dining 3Activities 3Children's Program 3Entertainment 3Service…
Poesia
MSC CruisesThe VerdictPoesia has exceptional styling and a full range of activities and amenities, all in the line's typically international and very social setting.Size (in…
Dawn
Norwegian Cruise LineThe VerdictHas someone finally built megaships for Generations X and Y? With a mix of classy and fun spaces, a lively atmosphere, awesome kids' facilities, and an…
Epic
Norwegian Cruise LineThe VerdictOne of the biggest cruise ships at sea, Norwegian Epic is busy, bustling, showy, and fun. She's the best ship at sea for entertainment, with an amazing…
Gem
Jade
Jewel
Norwegian Cruise Line
OverviewAddress 7665 Corporate Center Dr., Miami, FL 33126Phone 866/234-0292Phone 305/436-4000Fax 305/436-4126Online www.ncl.comEnjoyment Factor 5Dining 4Activities 4Children's Program…
Pearl
Pride Of America
Pride of AmericaNorwegian Cruise LineThe VerdictSailing from Honolulu, concentrating solely on the islands, and carrying an American crew, this vessel is literally in a class by…
Sky
Norwegian Cruise LineThe VerdictThe older (but still not very old) Sun and Sky have a cozier feel than NCL's bigger, newer ships, yet still feature multiple restaurants and lots of…
Which cruise should I take: Western or Eastern Mediterranean?
The Mediterranean may just be the most exciting cruise route in the world: You get to see a variety of countries in one sailing, and the most interesting places in the region tend to…
American Cruise Lines
OverviewAddress 741 Boston Post Rd., Suite 200, Guilford, CT 06437Phone 800/814-6880Online www.americancruiselines.comEnjoyment Factor 4Dining 4Activities 2Children's Program…
American Glory
American Cruise LinesThe VerdictSimple but comfortable, these ships were built to nestle into small coves and ports along the East Coast, and their large cabins, numerous balconies,…
American Independence
American Spirit
American Star
Queen Of The West
Queen of the WestAmerican Cruise LinesThe VerdictCurrently the only old-style paddle-wheeler with overnight cruises in the United States, Queen of the West combines the charm and…
American Safari Cruises
OverviewAddress3826 18th Ave. W., Seattle, WA 98119Phone888/862-8881Fax206/283-9322Onlinewww.americansafaricruises.comEnjoyment Factor5Dining4Activities4Children's…
Blount Small Ship Adventures
OverviewAddress461 Water St., Warren, RI 02885Phone800/556-7450Phone401/247-0955Fax401/247-2350Onlinewww.accl-smallships.comEnjoyment Factor4Dining3Activities4Children's…
Inner Sea Discoveries
Address3826 18th Ave. W, Seattle, WA 98119Phone877/901-1009Onlinewww.innerseadiscoveries.com Line DetailsOverviewThe Fleet The Line in a NutshellOnce upon a time, there was a great…
Island Windjammers
OverviewAddress165 Shaw Dr., Acworth, GA 30102Phone877/772-4549Fax877/766-6502Onlinewww.islandwindjammers.comEnjoyment Factor5Dining4Activities3Children's…
Lindblad Expeditions
OverviewAddress 96 Morton St., New York, NY 10014Phone 800/397-3348Phone 212/765-7740Fax 212/265-3770Online www.expeditions.comEnjoyment Factor 5Dining 3Activities 5Children's Program…
National Geographic Sea Bird
Lindblad ExpeditionsThe VerdictFairly utilitarian expedition vessels, Sea Bird and Sea Lion are designed to get you out into the wilderness, with naturalists on board to teach you…