• Disney Cruises: Disney Magic, Disney Wonder • Carnival Cruises: Carnival Elation, Carnival Paradise, Carnival Inspiration, Carnival Fascination, Carnival Imagination, Carnival Sensation, Carnival Ecstasy, Carnival Fantasy, Carnival Legend, Carnival Miracle, Carnival Pride, Carnival Triumph, Carnival Victory, Carnival Freedom, Carnival Liberty, Carnival Glory, Carnival Valor, Carnival Conquest • MSC Cruises: MSC Opera, MSC Armonia, MSC Lirica, MSC Musica, MSC Orchestra, MSC Magnifica • Costa Cruises: Costa Mediterranea, Costa Luminosa, Costa Deliziosa, Costa Serena, Costa Fascinosa, Costa Favolosa, Costa Pacifica, Costa Magica • Celebrity Cruises: Celebrity Constellation, Celebrity Edge, Celebrity Summit, Celebrity Infinity, Celebrity Millennium, Celebrity Eclipse, Celebrity Equinox, Celebrity Solstice 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 • Celebration Cruise Line: Bahamas Celebration Small Ships (S) – 950 passengers or less 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:
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