Small Ships, Big Experiences: Cruise Critic’s Guide to the Best Small Ship and Expedition Cruise Lines
Cruise Critic’s latest small-ship guide highlights 19 lines reshaping the cruise experience, from polar expedition vessels and Galapagos specialists to wind-powered yachts and ultra-luxury newcomers.
Small-ship cruising has moved well beyond niche status, offering travellers an alternative to mega-ship holidays built around theatres, casinos, water parks and crowded ports.
In its updated guide, The 19 Best Small Ship Cruise Lines, Cruise Critic defines small ships as vessels carrying fewer than 600 passengers, although many of the featured operators carry closer to 300 guests or fewer.
