Transatlantic Cruises | Artemis, P&O Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.4)
The ship has an informal atmosphere and is particularly geared to the British market. There are no inside cabins, so prices are slightly higher than other ships in the fleet.
Service is friendly and efficient, as typical of all P&O ships, with Asian and British crew and staff.
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 | Aurora, P&O Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.2)
This ship has a cosmopolitan feel, with lots of options not previously available to the British market. There is an excellent range of facilities, although some people service and quality has suffered as a result.
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 | Black Prince, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.3)
The ship is old by modern-day cruising standards. It entered service in 1966 and this shows with many small cabins, tired public areas and restricted views in the main entertainment area. However, its décor and unpretentious, which many of its customers like.
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 | Braemar, Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.6)
The ship’s public areas are spacious and the decks offer a lot of room for sunbathing. There are two outside bars and comfortable lounges. The cabins are mostly for couples, but the ship, like its sisters, does cater well for single travellers.
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 | 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.
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 | Galaxy, Celebrity Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.2)
A nicely appointed ship, with comfortable public areas, an elegant dining room and decorated with modern artwork.
The cabins are big, although some passengers have said they are not as spacious as those on Holland America Line or Carnival ships.
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 | Island Escape, Island Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 3.4)
A mass-market cruise, tailored to British tastes, Island Cruises was 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.
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 | Marco Polo, Orient Lines (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.4)
Built in 1966, this ship has a very different look to many other cruise ships around.
The destination is important to people who travel on board and the ship is so unique and popular that it attracts a high percentage of repeat customers.
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 | 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.
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 | MSC Lirica, MSC Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.1)
Launched in 2003, the ship is used in the Caribbean and in the Baltic region.
The décor is very Italian and is quite sumptuous within, with two restaurants.
Entertainment is not a strong point, but dining is good with typical Italian dishes.
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 | MSC Musica, MSC Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.6)
This brand-new ship is Italian cruiseline MSC’s flagship and will set the standard for future vessels in the fleet. The cruiseline is growing at a rate of knots, with one ship planned each year over the next three years.
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 | 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.
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 | MSC Sinfonia, MSC Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.2)
A newer ship, highlights include the outside pool deck with hot tubs and bandstand.
Internally, the ship is well furnished and has a modern look. Quite a few of the cabins have balconies, but even the interior rooms are fairly roomy.
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 | Ocean Village, Ocean Village (Passenger/crew ratio: 3.2)
Part of the P&O group, Ocean Village is aimed at the younger market (30-55 years of age), particularly first-timers who don’t fancy the ‘traditional’ image of cruising. (The company’s slogan is: ‘For people who don’t do cruises’).
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 | Ocean Village 2, Ocean Village (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.8)
Ocean Village Two was passed down two sister companies before becoming Ocean Village’s second ship in 2007, after a major refurbishment to change the dining areas and bring the look and feel of the vessel into line with the line’s casual concept.
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 | Oceana, P&O Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.2)
Less elegant than Princess ships (and some would say, with less atmosphere) this is nevertheless a good value four-star product. Since it entered the P&O fleet, this ship has had its dining areas expanded, to cater for the British market.
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 | Oriana, P&O Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.4)
One of the most popular ships among UK passengers, with a very British feel – regular passengers have said they feel like they are “coming home” when they board.
Service is friendly and polite.
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.gif) | Queen Mary 2 (QM2), Cunard (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.1)
The first ship to be built by Cunard since QE2 in 1969, QM2 caused lots of excitement when it joined the fleet in 2004. This is the largest ship in terms of length and tonnage in the world, and mainly carries out transatlantic cruises from Southampton – New York.
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 | Rotterdam, Holland America Line (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.0)
As with other Holland America ships, the majority of passengers are American and the ship has a traditional, less glitzy feel than some rivals.
There is a greater emphasis on learning something new with an interesting guest speaker programme.
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 | Saga Ruby, Saga Holidays Ltd. (Passenger/crew ratio: 1.7)
Previously the Cunard Caronia, this classic-looking ship was built in 1973. It underwent a $17-million refit before becoming Saga’s second ship in 2005. Again, it offers some interesting and unusual itineraries. The European and Filipino staff are friendly and helpful.
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 | Sea Princess, Princess Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.2)
Formerly a P&O ship, this is the first Princess ship to sail out of the UK (operating Mediterranean and Scandinavian cruises out of Southampton during the summer). It’s the only ex-UK ship to have an outdoor cinema, Movies Under The Stars, and to offer weddings at sea.
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 | Seabourn Legend, Seabourn Cruise Line (Passenger/crew ratio: 1.5)
Seabourn guarantees a luxurious cruise on board a small ship that delivers an intimate experience. Seabourn Legend is the newest of the line’s three ships (though still over 10 years old) and generally regarded as of a slightly higher standard.
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 | Silver Shadow, Silversea Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 1.3)
Silver Shadow is newer than Silver Cloud and Silver Wind and holds about 100 more passengers. It is an elegant and spacious ship, offering gourmet cuisine, and with no annoying on-board announcements and no hard-sell that often occurs on some of the more mass-market ships.
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 | Silver Wind, Silversea Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 1.6)
Sister ship to Silver Cloud, this is ultra-all-inclusive, offering gourmet cuisine, and with no annoying on-board announcements and no hard-sell that often occurs on some of the more mass-market ships.
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 | Summit, Celebrity Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 2.0)
Another nice looking ship, with the same service and attention to detail offered on other Celebrity ships.
As well as an Internet café, there is Internet access in all cabins.
Expect the same level of good service that Celebrity is well known for.
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 | Wind Spirit, Windstar Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 1.6)
Identical to Wind Star, Wind Spirit is an attractive ship with sails that are used when the weather allows. The on-board experience is casual and comfortable, although the ship is not particularly spacious.
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 | 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.
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 | Wind Surf, Windstar Cruises (Passenger/crew ratio: 1.6)
Wind Surf is bigger than the other two ships in the fleet, and feels more spacious. Its seven sails are used when the wind allows. The on-board experience is casual and comfortable, there are no formal nights and passengers can sit where they like for meals.
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