Which Luxury Cruise Line is for you?

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It’s time to book a luxury cruise! Do you know which one is right for you? A luxury cruise offers total relaxation and impeccable service! You deserve the best while on vacation. The voyage of your dreams awaits.

Viking Luxury Cruise Line Offers Education and Culture

Viking is referred to as the Thinking Person’s Cruise®- and for a good reason! It was created for experienced, curious travelers. Enrichment opportunities onboard and onshore are designed to enhance your journey.

Viking Ocean

Onboard

Onboard, you’ll have many opportunities to soak in some knowledge:

Curated Library- Enjoy hand-selected books that range from history to art to destination-focused reading.

Destination Performances- Destination performances represent the region’s most iconic cultural art form. You can expect performances such as Traditional Greek Dancing, Italian Opera, or centuries-old storytelling!

Munch Moments- In an exclusive partnership with Oslo’s Munch Museum, you’ll enjoy a daily interactive showcase that features several pieces of Edvard Munch.

Guest Lecturers and Viking Resident Historians- Learn about the art, architecture, music, geopolitics, and more about your destination by attending a talk by world-class guest lecturers that range from authors, archaeologists, former diplomats, news correspondents, and more!

Cooking Classes and Wine Tastings- Take cooking classes with your chef, where you’ll learn to cook dishes highlighting an upcoming destination on your trip. On port days, you’ll help your chef handpick ingredients at a local market and learn how to prepare three-course meals.

Port Talks- You’ll attend informative media presentations that cover the history and culture of your next destination, along with highlights of landmarks you’ll be able to see while on land.

Shore Excursions

Viking knows your search for knowledge doesn’t stop when the ship does! The Viking Way of Exploration offers behind-the-scenes insights and opportunities so that your time on land is as enriching as your time on board.

Local Life

Experience your destination through the eyes of a local and reveal the rhythms of daily life. Take a pedal cab on Saigon’s streets, visit the most famous bookstore in Paris, or take a culinary tour of Sydney.

Working World

See your destination from a different perspective and see people in a new way. Witness wood carving in Bali, visit vineyards and wine cellars in Italy or New Zealand, or meet the harvesters of local farms worldwide.

Farmer in Italy

Privileged Access Experiences

These exclusive experiences allow you entry to cultural treasures around the world. Gain before and after-hour access to view seldom-seen collections in world-class museums, be a special guest in private homes and palaces, and attend folklore performances, ballet, and opera.

Cunard Luxury Cruise Line Offers Tradition and Elegance

Cunard Cruise Ship

If you’re looking to travel in elegant, traditional luxury, look no further than Cunard! For over 180 years, Cunard has constantly refined the experience of elegant travel, having a rich history and tradition of sophistication.

Cunard’s fleet of Queens are grand in scale and expertly styled down to the tiniest detail, boasting some of the most spacious staterooms at sea. The Queen Mary 2, Queen Victoria, and Queen Elizabeth, with the brand-new Queen Anne joining them in 2024!

Cunard’s White Star Service assures warm and sincere service from the second you walk onboard. Attentive staff focuses on the little details, making your stay unforgettable.

Cunard Signatures

While stepping on one of their ships is enough to envelop you in elegance and tradition, Cunard signatures provide a truly unforgettable experience.

Afternoon Tea- A Cunard tradition, afternoon tea is served daily in the Queen’s room at 3:30 pm. Enjoy finger sandwiches, scones, and patisserie served by white-gloved waiters on fine bone China, all accompanied by several types of fine-leaf tea. Resident pianists or harpists will be quietly complementing the affair.

Gala Evenings- A formal occasion that happens once on every voyage, you’ll dress in your finest black-tie attire to attend a Gala Evening aboard Cunard! After receiving a formal invitation, you’ll make your way to the Queen’s Room, which has been transformed along with the rest of the ship. Gala evenings will follow one of four themes, which you’ll be aware of before embarking on your trip: Black and White, Red and Gold, Masquerade, or Roaring 20s. You’ll see decorations throughout the ship to fit the theme, signature dining menus, and specialty cocktails. Musicians will entertain you long into the night as you enjoy this memorable evening!

Evening Entertainment- Every ship houses a full-size theater, where you can attend impressive shows ranging from serious dramas to extravagant musical productions. Experience exciting dance productions or international cabaret artists- there will be no shortage of entertainment while onboard Cunard.

Dancing on Cunard

Oceania Luxury Cruise Line Focuses on Wellness and Health

Oceania Cruise Ship at Dusk

Oceania makes it easy to prioritize yourself at sea! Focus on your mind, body, and spirit with Oceania’s new era of wellness.

Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center

To support all dimensions of wellness, Oceania provides holistic programs, services, and experiences through the Aquamar Spa + Vitality Center:

Rejuvenating treatments and healing therapies- You can receive various services to relax and rejuvenate you while onboard. Aroma Stone Therapy, Pain Management Therapy, Marine Detox Wrap, Acupuncture- you’re sure to find a treatment that will fit your needs and help you feel refreshed.

Medi-Spa services- On the Oceania Marina, Riviera, and Vista, you can find Medi-spa services such as Botox®, oxygen infusion, and microdermabrasion.

Nutrition and lifestyle consultations- You can receive a series of talks from specialists that relate to your health, such as a body composition analysis, nutritional consultations, or even a Chinese herbal medicine consultation on some sailings.

Aquamar Spa Terrace- Spend your time relaxing on the private sundeck or in the thalassotherapy pool, a unique saltwater therapeutic pool that helps with circulation and reduces joint pain.

Aquamar Spa Terrace

Fitness Center, a Fitness Track, and Complimentary Fitness Classes- You’re sure to find ways to stay active onboard with the options that Oceania offers. You can take classes such as yoga, Pilates, cardio and strength training, or high-intensity interval training (HIIT).

You can also enjoy the following:

Steam Room and Sauna

Salon and Barber Services

Wellness Presentations and Enrichment Lectures

Wellness Dining

Oceania knows that food is an optimal part of wellness. There’s an array of wellness-inspired dining options at various restaurants throughout the ship for breakfast, lunch, and dinner! You’ll explore your breakfast options at the Raw Juice & Smoothie Bar or find plant-based cuisine at every restaurant. These flavorful, wellness-inspired meals are sure to leave you feeling satisfied.

Onshore Wellness

To make your wellness journey with Oceania even more enriching, you can take wellness-inspired shore excursions to help you find mindfulness in some of the most timeless locales in the world. Here are just some of the wellness excursions you can take with Oceania:

Mediterranean & Northern Europe

Santorini, Greece

Santorini, Greece- Practice yoga on an outdoor terrace overlooking Santorini’s submerged caldera at Venetsanos Winery, where afterward, you’ll taste premier vintage wines.

Malaga, Spain- Experience age-old Arab bathhouse traditions and soak in various pools. Afterward, you’ll be able to roam the warren of Albaicín, a UNESCO world heritage site, and indulge in a traditional Andalusian lunch.

Asia and Australia

Rotorua, New Zealand- You’ll dine on a healthy lunch, then head to the spa to naturally detoxify and exfoliate your skin in a hells gate mud bath retreat.

Bangkok, Thailand- At a Buddhist temple surrounded by lotus ponds, you’ll gain insight into Buddhist meditation by meditating with them and learning their techniques.

South America

Manta, Ecuador- You’ll travel to a resort that focuses on harmony with yourself and nature- the Las Tanusas Eco-Retreat. Participate in a guided yoga meditation on a private beach, afterward gathering organic ingredients from the resort gardens to make several dishes using traditional Ecuadorian techniques.

Ushuaia, Argentina- Hike up Ushuaia’s signature glacier and meditate near a mountain stream on the glacier. Afterward, you’ll descend and enjoy a warm beverage at a teahouse in the forest.

Yoga on the Beach

Small Luxury Cruise Ship Options

Small ships allow you to reach parts of the world that larger ships can’t!

Windstar

Voted the world’s best small-ship cruise line, Windstar luxury cruise ships have the feel of private yacht-style cruises. By carrying only 148 to 342 guests at a time, space, time, and freedom seem to come naturally on Windstar Yachts. Avoid the crowds and explore in smaller groups, taking your time to soak in the culture and sights of your destination.

Now would be a perfect time for you to experience Windstar! With the $250 Million Star Plus Initiative, Windstar has updated its fleet- making it more environmentally friendly than ever before. Three all-suite Star Class Yachts have been updated with new restaurants, new suite choices, and new bathrooms.

Windstar Small Yacht

Seabourn

Seabourn has one of the highest space-to-guest ratios in the cruise industry and the youngest and most modern fleet. Seabourn ships have an intimate, private club atmosphere, carrying only 458-600 guests at a time. Seabourn boasts all oceanfront suites and an open bar policy featuring premium wine, champagne, and spirits.

With activities onboard consisting of a nine-hole putting course, shops, a spa, or even high-energy dance parties near the pool, your time onboard will be precisely what you need- no matter what you’re in the mood for. Onshore, Seabourn offers seven different types of sea excursions, ensuring there’s an activity for everyone to enjoy while at your destination!

Seabourn has a culinary partnership with Thomas Keller, a world-renowned American chef with multiple three-star Michelin ratings; you can expect only the best dining aboard Seabourn! With open seating in almost every dining venue onboard, you have the freedom to sit wherever- and with whomever- you like!

Seabourn Yacht at Sea

Regent Luxury Cruise Line is Truly All-Inclusive

Regent believes “a truly all-inclusive experience is about having every luxury included.” This belief has earned Regent Seven Seas the title of the only truly all-inclusive luxury cruise line!

Regent Seven Seas Bar

Here’s what Regent’s 2-for-1 All-Inclusive Includes*:

  • Roundtrip airfare on intercontinental flights
  • Roundtrip air on domestic flights
  • Over 2,000 unlimited shore excursions worldwide
  • two2 or 3-night land programs on select voyages
  • 1-night pre-cruise hotel package
  • Unlimited beverages, including fine wines and spirits
  • Open bars and lounges, in-suite mini bars replenished daily
  • Pre-paid gratuities
  • Specialty restaurants
  • Transfers between the Airport and the Ship
  • Unlimited Wi-Fi
  • Valet Laundry Service

*See terms and conditions for details

With every detail taken care of from the moment you book a luxury cruise with Regent, you can fully enjoy every moment!

The Scenic Eclipse provides an Ultra-Luxury Cruise Experience

The Scenic Eclipse

Sailing on the Scenic Eclipse is genuinely an ultra-luxury experience! As the world’s first luxury discovery yacht, everything on board is designed to give you a world-class sailing experience.

Here’s what makes the Scenic Eclipse one of a kind:

Suites

Suites range from the beautiful verandah suite to a two-room penthouse, each including a private verandah or terrace and incredible floor-to-ceiling windows. Your suite has many top-of-the-line amenities, including King-sized beds with pillow menus and electronic controls, ambient lighting options, an HDTV entertainment system, and the highest sound insulation.

The Spa and Revitalization

A gold-emblazoned spa awaits you, offering a full menu of treatments along with inclusions such as Steam rooms or saunas, temperature-controlled plunge pools, and therapeutic pressure showers. Along with the spa, several spaces throughout the ship allow you to relax and revitalize yourself fully! Relax in an ocean-facing luxury cabana or enjoy the senses spa pool deck, a temperature-controlled vitality pool.

Dining

There are ten exclusive dining experiences onboard, with daily menu updates and specials to look forward to! Options range from contemporary French dining to Asian fusion to a private dinner at the chef’s table. Everything on board is sure to meet your expectations!

Helicopter and Submarine Experiences

Their private helicopter and submarine onboard truly set the Scenic Eclipse apart from other luxury cruise lines. View the Norwegian fjords or the volcanic peaks of Iceland from a bird’s eye view on a helicopter that leaves right from the ship! Hop aboard the Scenic Neptune, their specialty submarine built for sightseeing. With room for six people and an expert pilot, you’ll explore the ocean below in an incredible, once-in-a-lifetime experience.

The Scenic Eclipse has raised the bar for ultra-luxury cruising! 


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