Cruise Critic Releases the 2025 ‘Best in Cruise Awards,’ Naming the Best Cruises of the Year

Cruise Critic®, the world’s leading cruise reviews site and online cruise community, has announced the winners of its 17th annual Best in Cruise Awards, naming the best cruise lines and destinations of the year, based on expert insight and traveler ratings.

“The growth of the cruise industry is astounding – with nearly 40 million travelers expected to cruise in 2026,” shares Colleen McDaniel, Editor-in-Chief of Cruise Critic.

“And as demand for cruise travel continues to grow, so do the array of options available.”

“What makes Cruise Critic’s awards stand out among a sea of ‘best of’ lists is the expertise behind the selections,” explains Mark Patscher, General Manager of Cruise Critic.

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