Cruise Recommendations reviews from Reddit
Summary
We analyzed 189 Reddit reviews across 8 subreddits and 50 posts to rank the best Cruise Recommendations brands recommended by redditors, including communities like r/Cruise, r/Cruises, r/VietNam, r/NCL, r/cabosanlucas. Top-rated brands include Royal Caribbean (4.0/5), Virgin Voyages (4.9/5), Disney (4.9/5).
Stats
Reviews189
Subreddits8
Posts50
Brands55
Products20
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#1
Royal Caribbean
4.0
(24)
"Royal Caribbean and Disney are two cruise lines that offer facilities and a program exclusive for babies and toddlers."
"Disney or Royal! Just got off Royal with my 7 and 6 year old."
"Best ship for the money as it’s the oldest Oasis class ship."
"I recommend booking on Royal Caribbean or Celebrity."
"Royal Caribbean has their own private island… 2 actually. CoCo Cay is their biggest advertised one."
"I’d recommend Royal Caribbean or Carnival."
"We took several Royal Caribbean cruises and it was pretty seamless."
"If you are looking for a cruise with high activity things onboard like laser tag, rock climbing etc then I would go with Royal Caribbean."
"I’ve also travelled with Royal Caribbean, and the kids loved the kids club."
"Royal Caribbean has group babysitting at night."
#2
Virgin Voyages
4.9
(18)
"Fire & Sunset Soiree aboard Virgin Voyages out of Miami!"
"I’d definitely recommend Virgin Voyages! It’s adults-only, has a super modern vibe, and is designed specifically for a younger crowd."
"I’d definitely look in to Virgin Voyages, they have a fun vibe, nice ships, lots of activities."
"Virgin Voyages 4th and newest ship will be positioned in Seattle in the summer of 2026."
"I would recommend Virgin Voyages."
"Sailing with Virgin Voyages is a unique experience that redefines what it means to cruise."
"I highly recommend Virgin Voyages, I have sailed with Virgin multiple times and I have enjoyed every single one of them."
"Another vote to consider Virgin."
"Everything about it was perfect."
"Highly recommend."
#3
Disney
4.9
(16)
"The only way to go is either Disney or the Royal Caribbean Oasis class or newer ships."
"Definitely Disney. Outstanding children's clubs from babies to teens."
"Disney 100%. The kids clubs are amazing for that age."
"Disney best for kids."
"DCL is the best for kids."
"Disney for sure is the go to."
"If you have the budget, Disney is an obvious choice."
"Disney if you can afford it."
"With 2 young children, I'd recommend Disney."
"I’ve done a Disney cruise. It was amazing."
#4
Celebrity
4.4
(15)
"I’ve done celebrity with my wife and her parents and aunt and uncle."
"I’d probably recommend checking out either Celebrity or Virgin."
"Celebrity would be my number one choice."
"We just booked a suite on the Celebrity Apex! So excited!!"
"I would rec a suite on Celebrity."
"I am planning on a trip in the Caribbean on the Celebrity Edge class ship and I hear lots of good things about the ship design, food and overall quality of service."
"Get an AquaClass cabin on a Celebrity ship"
"Edge is filled with artwork everywhere you go and just looks 'designer' in general."
"I tend to rec Celebrity over Princess/HAL/NCL."
"Definitely recommend the Mediterranean for more port-intensive and unique itineraries."
#5
Carnival
4.1
(15)
"Carnival with a short trip like 3-4 nights over a weekend is the best party."
"Carnival cruises since she was 3."
"We paid $7400 and it was the best time ever."
"I suggest Carnival or Norwegian."
"I’ve definitely heard that carnival is the best option to let lose."
"Carnival is probably the best bet especially a newer ship."
"Carnival was really fun."
"Carnival cruise"
"I definitely recommend the Carnival Panorama especially for one week cruises!"
"Carnival panorama and Royal Caribbean navigator of the seas are both nice ships with lots of activities."
#6
Celebrity Cruises
4.7
(9)
"We did a Celebrity 10 day cruise to Croatia and Greek Isles and loved it."
"We went on a 7 day Celebrity Cruise out of Ft Lauderdale to the Caribbean and it was amazing!"
"Celebrity, Oceania or Virgin."
"I would suggest Celebrity or Virgin."
"Id look into Celebrity personally as that probably the best bet."
"I would suggest you look at Celebrity."
"It sounds like Celebrity would be a great fit for what you are looking for."
"HAL or Celebrity seems to fit your wants."
"I recommend you avoid Carnival."
#7
Norwegian Cruise Line
4.3
(9)
"We have cruised w NCL 6 times."
"We went on a Mediterranean cruise in 2022. NCL. It was incredible!"
"NCL is your best bet for solo cruising."
"Norwegian is pretty much defined by its free-style cruising."
"Norwegian is offering More At Sea at the moment."
"NCL has solo cabins on many of their ships."
"I'm taking my 14 yr old on NCL over spring break. Same reasoning she's getting older and I just want to spend as much time with her and build memories."
"I was a translator for NCL for a few years, and Costa before that."
"That was NCL."
#8
Princess
4.4
(8)
"Recommend Princess Royal class ships, relaxed, elegant, modern."
"You’ll enjoy Caribbean Princess. It’s a great older ship…it is a classic!"
"I would recommend Princess or Summit."
"We sailed to Alaska from Vancouver last summer on Ruby Princess."
"I've cruised Alaska twice with Princess, both times on the older Gem/Grand-class ships."
"A coworker of mine did alot of research and concluded Princess for pricing and enrichment."
"Either Princess or HAL will meet most of your needs."
"I say Princess! Classic cruising, fewer kids, still plenty of fun for her age, and a better experience for you too."
#9
Virgin
4.8
(5)
"Virgin for sure."
"Virgin Cruise lines- Adults only."
"No doubt….Virgin."
"Highly recommend Virgin!"
"Virgin is really nice. Food is fantastic."
#10
Holland America
4.5
(4)
"I used the balcony all the time. Even spotted whales from it."
"I have taken my kids alone on several Holland America cruises."
"I really like both Holland America and Celebrity."
"Holland America out of Vancouver may be your best bet."
#11
Cunard
4.3
(4)
"We found Cunard excellent."
"It was one of the BEST cruises we have ever done."
"I would honestly look into a more upscale cruise like Cunard or Princess/NCL."
"Cunard is very traditional design and also has very classic passenger ship look."
#12
MSC
4.0
(4)
"MSC is by far my favorite!"
"If you’re on a budget, MSC is good too."
"MSC has new ship and are really cheap right now."
"MSC will be the least expensive, they are really trying to gain ground."
#13
Seabourn
5.0
(3)
"The cruise was amazing (about $6200 per person)."
"The best dining I have had has been Seabourn, Regent and Oceania."
"Seabourn is top of the list for personal experience for us."
#14
Disney Cruise Line
5.0
(3)
"Disney will go above & beyond. You are going to pay a lot, but it will be worthwhile."
"We have always sailed on Disney out of Port Canaveral and have had fantastic experiences."
"Our family really enjoys Disney cruises."
#15
Oceania
4.7
(3)
"Food on Oceana is incredible, it’s their main focus."
"The best dining I have had has been Seabourn, Regent and Oceania."
"I did a 12 day Istanbul-Athens trip with Oceania in August and it was incredible."
#16
Princess Cruises
4.0
(3)
"We tend to do Princess, Holland, or Celebrity."
"I think you would be happy with Princess. We did the Alaska cruise out of San Francisco last year."
"Princess, Celebrity, Holland America, or Virgin."
#17
MSC Cruises
4.0
(3)
"I personally think that MSC provides the best experience."
"I think MSC cruises out of Italy in Europe would be your best bet."
"I’ve heard that MSC Cruises are very multilingual."
#18
Azamara
5.0
(2)
"Check out Azamara cruises. They are smaller ships, stay longer in port, usually an overnight or two."
"Depending on how much 'some extra' means you could look at some of the more premium lines, like Azamara and Oceania."
#19
Norwegian
3.0
(3)
"Norwegian. Make sure to sign them up for the kids' programs."
"We’ve found Norwegian to be a great balance."
"Do not cruise with norwegian on alsaka itininarys."
#20
Viking
4.5
(2)
"We loved Pharaohs and Pyramids with Viking."
"Viking or Royal Caribbean"
#21
Holland America Line
4.0
(2)
"Holland America may work for you as they have great ports and can go to Glacier Bay."
"HAL or Celebrity seems to fit your wants."
#22
Majestic Princess
5.0
(1)
"It was one of the best cruises we've done so far."
#23
Paul Gauguin
5.0
(1)
"Just returned from an 11 day trip on the Paul Gauguin."
#24
Mediterranean Cruise
5.0
(1)
"What about a Mediterranean cruise? The waters fit the bill and offer great temperatures and visibility."
#25
AMA Waterways
5.0
(1)
"I brought an elderly relative with mobility issues on the AMA Danube cruise last year and we both had a blast!"
#26
RC Cruise
5.0
(1)
"Think about an aft balcony on RC! The balconies are HUGE!"
#27
Regent
5.0
(1)
"The best dining I have had has been Seabourn, Regent and Oceania."
#28
Variety Cruises
5.0
(1)
"Our favorite line for doing Greece is Variety."
#29
Paul Gauguin Cruises
5.0
(1)
"Best cruise we did was Tahiti on the paul Gauguin."
#30
Dragon Legend Cruise
5.0
(1)
"I booked and traveled Halong by Dragon Legend Cruise."
#31
Maya Chan
5.0
(1)
"We booked Maya Chan beach resort on our own and I highly recommend it."
#32
Windstar
5.0
(1)
"Have done 2 on Windstar and 1 on Seabourn! Absolutely loved all 3."
#33
Cabo Tours and Fun
5.0
(1)
"I highly recommend to book your tours with Tony Castro, he owns Cabo Tours and fun."
#34
Harv and Marv
5.0
(1)
"If Harv and Marv are available for whale watching, then book them."
#35
NCL
5.0
(1)
"I was glad I booked the Costa Maya excursion through NCL."
#36
Discovery Princess
4.0
(1)
"We liked the Discovery Princess out of Seattle. It is a huge ship but only a few years old."
#37
Alaskan Marine Ferry
4.0
(1)
"I actually recommend the Alaskan Marine ferry system."
#38
NCL Cruise
4.0
(1)
"I’ve done NCL on an older ship and it was great"
#39
Virgin Cruise
4.0
(1)
"Just hopped off a Virgin one (in Aussie) which was fun, although drinks not included can usually get onboard credit to help."
#40
Vacations To Go
4.0
(1)
"I love the search tools in VacationsToGo for this sort of thing."
#41
Emerald
4.0
(1)
"I would say Emerald, Scenic, Silversea and Ponant all had very good food."
#42
Silversea
4.0
(1)
"I would say Emerald, Scenic, Silversea and Ponant all had very good food."
#43
Ponant
4.0
(1)
"I would say Emerald, Scenic, Silversea and Ponant all had very good food."
#44
P&O Cruises
4.0
(1)
"Check out P&O from Malta."
#45
Viking Ocean Cruises
4.0
(1)
"Viking cruises are expensive but have amazing food."
#46
Royal Caribbean International
4.0
(1)
"If you're looking for the widest variety of activities then newer Royal Caribbean ships."
#47
Aphrodite
4.0
(1)
"You guys should check into the Aphrodite cruise ship."
#48
Celebrity Reflection
4.0
(1)
"An alternative to Virgin is Celebrity Reflection Aqua Suites."
#49
Lindblad Expeditions
4.0
(1)
"You should look at Linblad Expeditions for the types of excursions you are after."
#50
Caborey
4.0
(1)
"If you are looking for a great sunset cruise with good food - look at Caborey."
#51
Silversea Cruises
4.0
(1)
"You might also want to consider luxury lines like Silversea for your honeymoon."
#52
Mid-Class Cruise Lines
4.0
(1)
"One of the mid class lines and up are probably what you want."
#53
Hurtigruten
4.0
(1)
"Have you ever looked at Hurtigruten Expeditions?"
#54
Royal
4.0
(1)
"We’re about to try Royal for the first time and I’m excited to see the difference."
#55
CruisePlum
3.0
(1)
"Your best bet is to jump on CruisePlum and sort by price."
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