GlobePulse

Top Cruise Lines of 2025

Ranked by passenger satisfaction, fleet size, and itinerary variety from Cruise Critic Awards, Berlitz Cruising Guide, and CLIA 2025.

Editor's Top Picks

Royal Caribbean
Royal Caribbean
#1

Mega-ships.

Carnival
Carnival
#2

Fun ships.

Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line
#3

Freestyle cruising.

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#1Royal CaribbeanMega-ships.
#2CarnivalFun ships.
#3Norwegian Cruise LineFreestyle cruising.
#4MSC CruisesEuropean style.
#5Princess CruisesClassic cruising.
#6Disney Cruise LineFamily fun.
#7Celebrity CruisesModern luxury.
#8Viking Ocean CruisesDestination focused.
#9Holland AmericaPremium cruising.
#10Costa CruisesItalian cruising.
#11CunardTransatlantic voyages.
#12SeabournUltra-luxury.
#13SilverseaAll-inclusive luxury.
#14Regent Seven SeasMost inclusive.
#15AzamaraDestination immersion.
#16PonantExpedition cruising.
#17Oceania CruisesCulinary focused.
#18Windstar CruisesSailing yachts.
#19Crystal CruisesLuxury cruising.
#20UnCruise AdventuresAdventure cruising.

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