Medium Ships (M) – 951 to 1,999 passengers Medium ships generally offer a slower pace than their large counterparts, with fewer crowds, less noise, and more modest offerings when it comes to activity and entertainment options. Many cruisers prefer this size of ship for its “relaxation” vibe. Many of these ships tend to be more luxurious and offer more personal service. Some benefits of M ships: • Many of the premium cruise lines have ships that fall into this category • Several dining options • Medium-sized ships still tend to have amenities like casinos, pools, and spas • Entertainment options tend to include more enrichment activities • Attract a more mature crowd focused on relaxation and enjoyment of the voyage • The smaller size of the ships opens up more itinerary and port options • Itineraries are likely to be ten days or longer Exemplary M Ships: • Holland America Line: HAL Maasdam, HAL Ryndam, HAL Statendam, HAL Veendam, HALAmsterdam, HAL Rotterdam, HAL Volendam, HAL Zaandam, HAL Oosterdam, HAL Westerdam, HAL Zuiderdam, HAL Noordam • Princess Cruises: Coral Princess, Island Princess, Dawn Princess, Sea Princess, Sun Princess • Crystal Cruises: Crystal Serenity • Oceania Cruises: Oceania Marina, Oceania Riviera • Costa Cruises: Costa Classica, Costa Victoria, Costa neoRomantica • MSC Cruises: MSC Sinfonia • Celebrity Cruises: Celebrity Century Small ships fill a niche for cruisers who are looking for more in-depth exploration of the regions they visit. They can visit ports that are inaccessible to larger ships, and exotic itineraries are the standard. Most river cruise ships and almost all of the luxury lines have ships that fall into this category. Some benefits of S ships: • Most cabins are suites and have balconies • Luxury and service are frequently a focal point of a small ship voyage • Amenities, while limited, tend to be very high-end, including dining, shore excursions, spas, and enrichment activities • Small ships tend toward a truly all-inclusive fare • Smaller dining and common areas lend themselves to lively conversations and closer relationships with fellow passengers • Itineraries tend to be ten days or longer Exemplary S ships: • Holland America Line: HAL Prinsendam • Celebration Cruise Line: Bahamas Celebration Small Ships (S) – 950 passengers or less
• Princess Cruises: Pacific Princess • Crystal Cruises: Crystal Symphony
• Regent Seven Seas Cruises: Seven Seas Mariner, Seven Seas Voyager • Oceania Cruises: Oceania Insignia, Oceania Nautica, Oceania Regatta • Silversea Cruises: Silver Spirit • Azamara Club Cruises: Azamara Journey, Azamara Quest • Costa Cruises: Costa Voyager • Viking Ocean Cruises: Viking Star • Voyages of Discovery Cruises: MV Voyager
Policies subject to change without notice, always check with your travel agent regarding pregnancy policies and children age policies prior to booking your cruise.
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