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There are big differences between cruise lines — the atmosphere, who's on board, what's included. Answer six quick questions and Penny, our AI cruise specialist, will match you with the right ones.

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10 cruise lines comparedAbout a minute to matchSide-by-side comparison

The cruise lines we compare

  • MSC Cruises logo
  • Royal Caribbean logo
  • Princess Cruises logo
  • Norwegian Cruise Line logo
  • Celebrity Cruises logo
  • Silversea logo
  • Cunard logo
  • Oceania Cruises logo
  • Regent Seven Seas Cruises logo
  • Virgin Voyages logo

Step 1 · Match

Match me with a cruise line

Change any answer and Penny's shortlist updates instantly. Skip anything you're not sure about.

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Who's coming?

Some lines are built for families, others for couples or solo travelers.

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Step 2 · Compare

Compare side by side

Showing three lines to start. Add your own picks from the shortlist or the list below.

Feature
MSC CruisesMainstream
Royal CaribbeanMainstream
Princess CruisesPremium
Style
Mainstream
Mainstream
Premium
Ship size
Large · 24 ships
Large · 31 ships
Large · 17 ships
Atmosphere
Lively and busy
Lively and busy
Calm and refined; Port and culture focused; Adventurous, expedition-led
Ideal for
Families looking for value; Mediterranean first-timers
Families with kids of any age; Groups who want lots to do
Couples and multi-generation groups; Alaska and Japan itineraries
Children
Kids clubs on board
Kids clubs on board
Kids clubs on board
Included
Main dining & buffet, Kids clubs, Shows & pools
Main dining room & buffet, Kids & teen clubs, Pools, slides & most activities, Evening shows
Main dining & buffet, Movies Under the Stars, Kids & teen clubs
Usually extra
Daily service charge, Drinks, Wi-Fi
Daily gratuities, Drinks packages, Wi-Fi, Specialty restaurants
Gratuities, Drinks & Wi-Fi (or Princess Plus), Specialty dining
Dress code
Casual; two gala nights a week
Casual; optional dress-up nights
Smart casual; dress-up nights
Where it sails
Alaska, Asia, Caribbean, Mediterranean, Northern Europe
Alaska, Asia, Caribbean, Mediterranean, Northern Europe
Alaska, Asia, Caribbean, Mediterranean, Northern Europe
Sailings to choose from
8,824
3,643
2,201

Step 3 · Explore

All cruise lines

Every line we compare, at a glance. Answer the matcher to see your match score on each.

10 of 10 lines

  • MSC Cruises

    Mainstream24 ships · 8,824 sailings

    European style and big-ship fun at sharp prices.

    Kids clubsBig showsSpa

  • Royal Caribbean

    Mainstream31 ships · 3,643 sailings

    Resort-scale ships with thrill rides, ice shows and Broadway hits.

    Kids clubsBig showsSpa

  • Princess Cruises

    Premium17 ships · 2,201 sailings

    Classic, comfortable cruising — and the Alaska specialist.

    Kids clubsGreat foodBig shows

  • Norwegian Cruise Line

    Mainstream22 ships · 1,767 sailings

    Freestyle cruising — no fixed dining times and no formal nights.

    Kids clubsBig showsSpa

  • Celebrity Cruises

    Premium20 ships · 1,435 sailings

    Modern luxury on a premium budget, with standout food and design.

    Drinks incl.Wi-Fi incl.Great food

  • Silversea

    Luxury13 ships · 962 sailings

    Ultra-luxury and expedition voyages, with a butler for every suite.

    Drinks incl.Wi-Fi incl.Great food

  • Cunard

    Premium5 ships · 821 sailings

    Ocean-liner tradition, gala evenings and transatlantic crossings.

    Great foodBig showsEnrichment

  • Oceania Cruises

    Upper premium10 ships · 730 sailings

    Some of the finest food at sea on small, elegant ships.

    Wi-Fi incl.Great foodEnrichment

  • Regent Seven Seas Cruises

    Luxury7 ships · 676 sailings

    The most inclusive luxury — excursions, drinks and tips all in.

    Drinks incl.Wi-Fi incl.Great food

  • Virgin Voyages

    Premium4 ships · 445 sailings

    Adults-only, design-led and refreshingly free of extras.

    Adults onlyWi-Fi incl.Great food

Guide

Cruise styles, explained

Most cruise lines fall into one of four styles. Knowing which suits you narrows the choice fast.

Mainstream

Best value per night

Big, lively resort ships with something on all day. Drinks, Wi-Fi and tips are usually extra.

MSC Cruises, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian Cruise LineSee Mainstream lines

Premium

A step up in food and space

More polished ships with better dining, a calmer feel and more space per guest. Some fares bundle extras.

Princess Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Cunard, Virgin VoyagesSee Premium lines

Upper premium

More included in the fare

Smaller ships, standout food and longer port days, with much more included in the fare.

Oceania CruisesSee Upper premium lines

Luxury

Most things included

All-suite ships, butler service and very few guests. Excursions, drinks and tips are typically included.

Silversea, Regent Seven Seas CruisesSee Luxury lines

Questions

Good to know

The questions customers ask Penny most when choosing a line.

On most mainstream and premium lines a daily service charge is added to your onboard account. Luxury lines, Virgin Voyages and some Celebrity fares include it. Check the fare details before you book.

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