South America Cruises | Artemis, P&O Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: NaN) The ship has an informal atmosphere and is particularly geared to the British market. There are no inside staterooms, so prices are slightly higher than other ships in the fleet. Cruise Dates & Itineraries :: Reviews |
 | Black Watch, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.6) The ship offers a lot of space for its passengers in public areas and offers a very comfortable cruise at good-value-for-money. Cabins include 67 with balcony.
The food is better than many ships of this standard and is tailored to the British clientele. Cruise Dates & Itineraries :: Reviews |
 | Braemar, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.5) Braemar was built as Crown Dynasty for the now defunct Crown Cruise Lines, but has also sailed for Cunard as Crown Dynasty, Majestic Cruise Line as Crown Majesty and Norwegian Cruise Line as Norwegian Dynasty.
Fred. Olsen acquired the ship in 2001 and renamed it Braemar. Cruise Dates & Itineraries :: Reviews |
 | Costa Concordia, Costa Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: NaN) Costa Concordia launched in July 2006 as the ship of fitness and relaxation, being home to the first Samsara Spa and a giant wellness area on two decks. This is one of Costa's largest and longest ships in the fleet, able to carry 3,780 passengers (maximum). Cruise Dates & Itineraries :: Reviews |
 | Costa Victoria, Costa Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: NaN) Built in Bremerhaven, Germany in 1996, the ship is now over 20-years-old but has a good amount of outside areas and the interior is well furnished in an Italian-style, with something for everyone from the Planetarium to the Concorde Plaza. Cruise Dates & Itineraries :: Reviews |
 | Crystal Symphony, Crystal Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 1.8) Uncrowned, stylish and comfortable, Crystal Symphony offers an upmarket experience on a mid-size ship, carrying 1,000 passengers. Most passengers are American. Food is varied and of a high standard. Service is excellent and there are no on-board announcements. Cruise Dates & Itineraries :: Reviews |
 | Insignia, Oceania Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 1.8) Almost identical to Regatta, also part of the Oceania fleet, Insignia used to be part of the now-defunct Renaissance Cruises fleet of ships, before joining Oceania, a new entrant in the cruise market. Cruise Dates & Itineraries :: Reviews |
 | Island Escape, Island Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 3.4) A mass-market cruise, tailored to British tastes, originally launched to cater for a younger (35-45 years) age group. However, it attracts customers of all ages who want a low-cost cruise experience with few frills. Cruise Dates & Itineraries :: Reviews |
 | Marco Polo, Transocean Tours (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.4) Marco Polo started life in 1965 as the Alexander Pushkin, sailing for the Baltic Sea Shipping Company. In the 1980s, it was transferred to the Vladivostok-based Far Eastern Shipping Company, cruising from Australia. Cruise Dates & Itineraries :: Reviews |
 | Minerva(S), Swan Hellenic Cruises Ltd. (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.2) Minerva sailed for Swan Hellenic originally between 1996 and 2003. After it left Swan, it was renamed a couple of times, ending up as Explorer II in winter, when it was used in Antarctica, and Alexander von Humboldt in summer, when it sailed around Europe. Cruise Dates & Itineraries :: Reviews |
 | MS Bremen, Hapag-Lloyd Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 1.7) This smallish ship is popular with the German market and operates expedition-type cruises to relatively untouched parts of the world, such as Antarctica. There are on-board experts who give lectures about the destinations visited. Cruise Dates & Itineraries :: Reviews |
 | MSC Armonia, MSC Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.2) The ship was formerly Festival Cruises’ European Vision, but has been refurbished in the MSC modern style.
There are a good number of cabins with balconies and many have an outside view.
The food and wines, as expected are of good quality. Cruise Dates & Itineraries :: Reviews |
 | MSC Melody, MSC Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.1) Although the outside decking is generous, it can be quite noisy.
There are kids’ clubs and the pool is on both the outside and inside. Dining is Italian in style, but the entertainment is not up to much.
The European outlook ensures service is good, although fairly relaxed. Cruise Dates & Itineraries :: Reviews |
 | MSC Opera, MSC Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.3) The Italian design and excellent quality finish give an expensive feel to this ship, There are many facilities not available with MSC’s older vessels, including a large Internet centre, shopping gallery with bar and upscale nightclub. Cruise Dates & Itineraries :: Reviews |
 | Royal Princess, (Passenger/crew ratio: .2) With this ship, Princess Cruises is going back to its roots. The original Royal Princess was the first purpose-built ship for the fleet, entering service in 1984, and was a popular member of the fleet. She is now part of sister cruiseline P&O Cruises, sailing as Artemis. Cruise Dates & Itineraries :: Reviews |
 | Star Princess, Princess Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.3) Sister ship to Grand Princess and Golden Princess, Star Princess has a spacious feel and has a bigger children's area.
Although there are lots of American passengers, the British connection with P&O means that the ambience is slightly less Americanised than on other lines. Cruise Dates & Itineraries :: Reviews |
 | Wind Star, Windstar Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 1.6) A lovely looking ship, with sails that are utilised when the winds allow, the on-board experience is casual and comfortable, although the ship is not particularly spacious. There are no formal nights and passengers can sit where they like for meals. Cruise Dates & Itineraries |
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