Cruise Line Profiles

Avalon Waterways is a luxury river cruise line that offers itineraries in Europe, Egypt, China, and the Galapagos Islands. Avalon, which is part of the international travel company Globus, has the youngest fleet in the river cruise industry.

Azamara Cruises operate two mid-size ships that are small enough to visit ports of call that are inaccessible to large cruise ships. Travelers looking for a cruise line that can accommodate wheelchair users, scooters and dialysis patients should consider Azamara Cruises.

Celebrity Cruises offers a luxury cruise experience at a mid-level price.

Costa Cruises is a European cruise line that offers trips with an Italian flair. Trademarks of Costa include Italian food and wines, ships decorated with original artwork, and a wide range of itineraries.

Crystal Cruises are justifiably popular with senior travelers who appreciate the high space to guest and staff to guest ratios that this line offers.

Senior travelers seeking a more formal atmosphere appreciate Cunard Line's traditional approach to cruising.

Disney Cruise Line is a popular vacation choice for families and intergenerational groups.

French Country Waterways is a luxury barge line that sails through the canals of central France. This cruise line is known for its all-inclusive vacations that are elegant yet low-key. They appeal to people looking for a relaxing, slow-paced European cruise.

Holland America Line is justifiably popular with senior travelers. The cruise line's elegantly-appointed mid-sized ships travel to every continent.

Hurtigruten is a Norwegian cruise line that specializes in voyages on the country's western coast. The region's fjords, mountains and villages provide spectacular scenery. Hurtigruten cruises are low-key and casual; the emphasis is on the natural beauty of the surroundings, not shipboard glitz and entertainment.

Norwegian Cruise line's motto is Freestyle Cruising, which means a casual, personalized cruise experience that's great for senior travelers.

Oceania Cruises are port-intensive trips that focus on visiting exotic ports of call rather than days at sea.

Princess Cruises offers consistent, reliable service on moderately-priced voyages.

Regent Seven Seas Cruises has a reputation for delivering excellent value in the luxury cruise category. Regent sails around the world. All of the ships' accommodations are suites, most with balconies. The ships have a popular lecture and educational program.

Royal Caribbean sails the largest ships in the cruise industry, and they also have innovative on-board entertainment like ice-skating rinks. This cruise line is popular with families and for intergenerational vacations.

Saga Cruises cater exclusively to guests over age 50. This British cruise line provides a low-key, elegant alternative in the cruise world.

Silversea offers luxurious cruises on smaller ships that visit over 300 ports worldwide.

Thomson Cruises is part of the British travel company Thomson. The line delivers cruises known for good value, popular itineraires and onboard activities that please passengers of all ages.

Uniworld's boutique river cruises offer luxury from start to finish. River cruise ships are small and accommodations rival those offered in top-end hotels.

Viking River Cruises is the world's largest river cruise line. Their fleet sails in Europe, Russia, and China. This river cruise line is known for in-depth cultural programs and excellent onshore excursions.