Sail the seas awash in luxury, enriched with our exclusive amenities.
"There's something about the slow unfolding of time at sea...writes Pilar Buzman, Editor in Chief at Condé Nast Traveler magazine. An ocean cruise vacation is a way to slow us down and help us recharge.
Ocean cruises provide fabulous inclusive vacation experiences with a wide array of amenities to please nearly every traveler's preference. Cruise ships range widely in size, accommodating from fewer than 100 guests to more than 4,000. Larger ships include more options and activities onboard, while smaller vessels can better navigate narrower channels and provide more intimate destination experiences. Stateroom categories range from “inside staterooms” with no windows, to staterooms with balconies, and spa staterooms and penthouse suites with private butler service.
Another cruise line differentiator is the quality of cuisine, with most cruise lines offering alternative dining venues, some included while others are optionally priced. Cruise lines also vary in onboard entertainment and enrichment programs, from guest lecturers and performers; hands-on computer, cooking and art classes; to yoga, spinning or pilates classes.
Understanding stateroom and itinerary options, and more importantly, intangible benefits like cuisine and service, are all part of making the best choice. On hundreds of cruises you'll also enjoy TravelStore's bonus amenities. Contact one of our cruise experts, shop online using the Cruise Finder tool above, or read more about our recommended Luxury cruise lines, Premium and Popular cruise lines.
Ocean Cruises Recommendations
Classical Music Cruises
Enjoy notable virtuosi in intimate perfomances at sea while cruising to magnificent ports. Serious music fans will enjoy live performances for fewer than 300 guests on one of Ponant's ships. Peruse the choices and contact us to arrange your classical music cruise.
Special Holland America Cruise Sale!
For a limited time, book a Holland America cruise and enjoy reduced deposits and a free onboard value booklet -- with over $350 in savings -- to use onboard your cruise, including spa services, Pinnacle Grill & wine packages, casino offers, and more. (valid for new bookings made by March 12 - April 11)
Cruise with Jean-Michel Cousteau
On two Crystal Cruises sailings on the Serenity and one on the Esprit, Jean-Michel Cousteau, Explorer, Environmentalist, Educator, and Film Producer will be onboard, sharing his vast experience and his love and concern for our water planet. Voyage 7311 and 7329 (May 24 and Oct 27) choose from $400 cruise credit, $500 air credit or $600 shipboard credit. On 7311, children under 17 yrs. travel for free in the 3rd berth. Voyage 7329 (Dec 10) is a Food & Wine departure for wine enthusiasts, as well as swimming, snorkeling, water skiing, wake boarding, kayaking and jet skiing, and experience a two-passenger submersible for underwater adventures.
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