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Celebrity Cruises

With destinations such as Alaska and Mexico and onboard activities ranging from Acupuncture lo skeet-shooting to volleyball, this line otters "a decidedly up heat experience". Some vessels have a botanical conservatory, a casino, and a slew of designer shops. We loved the team members," of which there is one for every three passengers "They seem happy to be there." The line lately partnered with Cirque du Sofeil to open the Bar at the Edge of the Earth. Even in typical cabins, "The storage space was convenient, and there was enough closet and drawer space” As for food, "there's a good, broad selection" in June. Century will re-launch with 114 new verandas after a $55 million renovation.
800-437-3111; celebrity.com


Crystal Cruises

The Gold List's highest-scoring line has "ships that are so well designed." Sail to Africa, the South Pacific or the Riviera Maya. "Tasteful staterooms" have sitting areas with love seats and coffee tables Egyptian cotton sheets, a shower and bathtub, fresh fruit and flowers, and flattering bottled water "are luxuries you expect only in hotels. "At Silk Road, a Japanese restaurant with Nobu-traned chefs, "the black cod in miso is out of this world" In the Crystal dining room chefs never replicate a menu even during three and-a-half-month around-the-world cruises. Or opt for room service, where dinner is delivered to your cabin course by course. Speakers include "an amazing Italian wine expert”.
Pre-reserved shore excursions up to a year in advance-through a new online booking system.
888-799-4625; crystalcruises.com

Disney Cruise Line

"It's obviously the best cruise line for children". The Oceaneer Club, designed like a pirate ship, provides craft projects for youngsters. The teens can play video games in the dorm room style Aloft. Parents retire to the adults-only pool or the Vista Spa. Expect "brief stops at overrun tourist spots" such as Key West or a daylong sojourn at Disney-owned Castaway Cay, where you can snorkel and kayak. Cabins are simply decorated with vivid fabrics and "are big enough to pile the whole family in. "Crew members, who include a rotating cast of Disney characters, "are basically forbidden to frown". At a number of themed restaurants, "we wished the cooks would pay more attention to the standard, theme-part: fare".
800-951-3532; disneycruise.com


Holland America Line

Full-day excursions at ports of call in Alaska, Europe and the Pacific "offer more than just shopping for I love Australia T-shirts". Cabins have new pillow-top mattresses, baskets of fresh fruit, massaging showerheads "and even chocolates on your pillow ".
"An honest variety of learning activities" includes tours of each ship that study the vessel's unique artwork, as well as guest lectures on regional history and culture. Newly expanded Greenhouse spas provide hydrotherapy pools, steam rooms, and massages in rooms overlooking the water. In the main dining rooms, five-course meals are served on tables dressed with white linens and china. "The service is what you'd expect at a fine restaurant".
800-426-0327; hollandamerica.com


Oceania Cruises

Expect "great value for the price" from this line that sails to destinations such as northern Europe, Libya and the Greek isles. New this year, the Accent on Italy is a 12 -day sailing from Rome to Venice with stops in Florence, Genoa, Naples and Umbria. "The Regatta's library is the most gorgeous thing you've ever seen" with books, newspapers, magazines and computers accessible to passengers. Dine wherever you like: The Grand Dining Room serves French cuisine, Toscana features Italian, and the Polo Grill dishes up steak and seafood. The entertainment in the Lounge include live music, magicians, and bingo, and "there are few onboard activities."
800-531-5658; oceaniacruises.com

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