If you’re considering a cruise holiday in 2019, why not opt for one of the best on the seas?
Five trending cruise lines have caught our attention thanks to their glowing customer ratings, luxury service, first-rate excursions, diverse destinations, and excellent value for money.
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Here they are: 5 of the most popular cruise lines for 2019.
1. Seabourn Cruises
If you’re looking for large-scale luxury with small-ship ambience, Seabourn Cruise Line could be for you.
Seabourn prides itself on offering ‘intimate luxury’. The ships are smaller-than-average, allowing for highly personalised service – and for the ships to reach exclusive ports that are out-of-reach for larger vessels.
Think private club atmosphere: on a Seabourn
Seabourn offers cruises to all seven continents; choose from 17 destinations and 464 ports.
2. Avalon Waterways
Specialising in river cruises, Avalon Waterways offers a unique way to explore some of the world’s most popular towns and cities, as well a selection of remote, off-the-beaten-track destinations.
For example, cruise along the Seine River in France, stopping off at Paris and a number of quaint French villages. Or cruise down the Ganges River in India and learn all about the vibrant culture, history, and life of this famous stretch of water. Avalon Waterways river cruises are located in three regions: Europe, Asia, and South America offering unique cruise experiences to suit every traveller.
Relax in a contemporary-designed vessel featuring elegant interiors, or head up to the Sky Deck which is available on every ship to enjoy stunning views. Avalon Waterways ships allow you to travel the way you want - whether that be in a quiet place, or a lively common area, you're sure to be travelling in style.
3. Oceania Cruises
When it comes to onboard cuisine and memorable culinary experiences, Oceania Cruises seeks to set the standard.
This award-winning luxury cruise line continually receives the very best reviews for its onboard experiences, particularly, the many ways to enjoy delicious cuisine. From hands-on cooking classes to fine dining in gorgeous restaurants and speciality venues, this ship is perfect for travellers with an adventurous palate. Of course, once you've had your fill, you must be sure to enjoy the state-of-the-art spas or unique activities - there’s always something exciting to do onboard an Oceania cruise.
With Oceania, the cruise ship is a destination in itself, but the actual destinations are also first-rate. Oceania offers cruises to a wide range of places, including Africa, Asia, Alaska, Cuba, South America and the Amazon, Canada and America, Europe, and even around-the-world itineraries.
4. Princess Cruises
Princess Cruises is renowned for offering value for money, making it the cruise line of choice for budget-conscious travellers who don’t want to compromise on comfort.
The 18 ships in the Princess fleet offer everything you’d expect from a large cruise line: excellent onboard entertainment and activities, enticing destinations, itineraries and shore excursions, attentive service, and great food and drink.
Princess travels to over 380 destinations throughout the world and has even teamed up with Discovery and Animal Planet to offer a selection of exclusive shore excursions to hidden treasures. Whether you want a classic cruising experience or something a little bit different, you’ll find a Princess itinerary to suit your wishlist and your wallet.
5. Lindblad Expedition Cruises
If you’ve got an adventurous spirit, you’ll be enthralled by the itineraries on offer with Lindblad Expedition Cruises.
From Antarctica to the Arctic, Egypt to Galapagos, this cruise line is all about adventure.
Lindblad Expedition Cruises is popular for its unique expedition experiences; their ships venture where few other cruise lines will go. You’ll have the opportunity to experience close-up encounters with seldom-seen beauty, wilderness, and wildlife, as well as visit popular tourist towns and much-loved cities.
This is the cruise line to contact if you have bucket-list experiences in any far-flung destinations such as Antarctica or the Russian Far East. Every Lindblad cruise is truly unique and makes for jaw-dropping sites, unforgettable experiences, and photos that will amaze friends and family once you return home.
Which cruise will you choose?
Ultimate luxury, classic comfort, or incredible adventure? Which type of cruise holiday speaks to your travel dreams? Whether you want a luxurious at-sea holiday or an action-packed adventure, we can help you book an unforgettable cruise experience in 2019. Talk to us today to start planning your cruise holiday.
