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Veendam
Holland America LineThe VerdictThese ships are well made and designed, and for some, a perfect midsize in this age of gigantic circuslike megas. Public areas are functional and…
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…
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…
Pearl
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…
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…
Jewel
Jade
Gem
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…
Dawn
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…
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…
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…
Zaandam
Holland America LineThe VerdictThese handsome ships represent a successful marriage of HAL's usual elegance and gentility with a well-done dose of classy modern pizazz. And they're an…
Westerdam
Volendam
Statendam
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…