How Do Top Cruise Lines Stack Up
Please remember that this article is based on a completely unofficial rating of some major cruise lines. Trying to decide which cruise line is best is almost like trying to announce the best NFL team in a partisan crowd. In fact, it depends much on what a particular customer is looking for. Some think the cheapest cruise is the best, or the most luxurious, or the most kid-friendly, or the one providing the finest service. So try to read this article with these concepts in mind. Your top-rated cruise line may not be your neighbor's.
On one web site, cruisers rated cruise lines with the following criteria: Food, Entertainment, Activities,Nike Air Presto Woven Black Red Shoes, Staff, Accommodations, and Value. I only chose the lines that had at least 25 reviews. Here's how they ranked:
Disney: 90.0
Celebrity: 85.4
Royal Caribbean: 83.4
Holland America: 75.9
Princess: 74.2
Carnival: 71.6
Costa: 65.0
Norwegian: 63.1
Disney is ranked highest above, but they are by no means the least expensive. Obviously, a huge draw for Disney is kid-appeal. The family programs are unparalleled. However,Nike Zoom Kobe VI (6) Orange Country Sko, the ships can be quite elegantly appointed and there is a section on the ship for adults only. (However, the Italian-theme restaurant for adults only has an extra service charge). Just the same, it is families with young children who are most likely to select Disney cruises.
Once considered the quintessential "party boat", Carnival has been undergoing an image overhaul recently. Their newer ships have more mainstream dor and their clientele is broader and more varied. Still, their great entertainment program is a big plus. In the opinion of some, the great kids' program now competes with Disney in some ways, and families love it. The Costa line was bought out by Carnival in 2000. Launched in 1860 as a freighter company,Billige Online Herre Nike Free Run 3 Gray Red White Shoes, Costa Crociere entered the passenger ship business in the 1940s. With grand liners' extinction in the 1970s, Costa's vessels were converted into cruise ships and, since, they've launched a number of new ships. Costa is known for its "Cruising Italian Style" concept which successfully attracts North American and European passengers alike. Costa's Caribbean cruises are very popular with Americans, while their Europe and Mediterranean cruises tend to be more popular with an international crowd.
Celebrity hovers somewhere between mass market and upscale/luxury: Classy ships,Nike SB Swoosh Høje hæle Brown Orange, great service, award-winning food, and top quality entertainment at prices that, in some cases, rival that of the less expensive lines. This line caters a bit more to the age 40 and up crowd and you won't see as many children. The sister company, Royal Caribbean,Wholesale Online Dame Nike Free Run 2 DarkGray Blue White Shoes, is considered a bit of a hidden treasure by some. It has a huge "Wow" factor when you step on board for the first time. The dining is considered by some as the best among the major cruise lines. The entertainment is more Las Vegas style,Mbt Sandalen Pia, with dancers, comedy acts, jugglers, and musical acts. Everything is huge on Royal---from the casinos, to the games and arcades,Frauen MBT Kisumu 2 Sandale - 005, to the gyms and spas. If you cruise Royal repeatedly,Christian Louboutin Rolando chaussures Zip 120mmvente au rabais, they offer significant "loyalty benefits" and freebies.
Princess offers 115 unique itineraries visiting over 350 ports of call. And it offers both the grand vessels (3000 guests) and the deluxe smaller ships (680 guests). They offer more affordable balcony staterooms than any other cruise line. They also reward loyalty to their cruise line with membership in the Captain's Circle, offering a cool suite of benefits. Don't leave Princess out when you're comparing cruise lines for your vacation. Princess is a fierce competitor.
Holland America sails with nearly one crew member for every two guests, so that makes it very likely that you will not come away with any complaints at all about service. Holland America also takes great pride in their cuisine. They offer many different dining venues,Nike Free Run 2 løbesko blå sort, and use only the freshest produce and highest quality meats and seafood. So between the impeccable service and the fine dining, you are very likely to enjoy being pampered throughout your cruise voyage.
Cunard's been around since 1840 and today, its flagship, Queen Elizabeth 2, is the world's most famous ship and the finest liner of her time. British elegance is the name of the game and Cunard's been around long enough to know exactly what voyagers value most in a cruise line and they're prepared to fulfill all expectations.
Norwegian Cruise Lines has long been recognized as an innovator in the cruise industry. They were the first line to introduce alternate dining and, now, their ships offer as many as 13 different dining styles and areas. With the introduction of several new liners, NCL offers more balconies, more suites,Nike Free 3.0 V2 Orange Black Running Shoes, and the amazing Garden and Courtyard villas. Norwegian did not fare quite as well as some of the other lines in the unofficial ratings above, but that means little when you come across some enthusiastic patrons who felt their cruise with NCL was one of the best holidays ever.
So am I going to announce a winner among major cruise lines? Of course not. If I did, there would probably be more vocal disagreement than I care to deal with. Everyone has their own favorite line with many very good reasons to back it up. So shop around, find out all you can about each line, and make your own decision regarding which one to sail on for your next fabulous vacation. 相关的主题文章：
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