Cruise Types ... a Synopsis

A. Luxury Cruises:   
    Regent Seven Seas Cruises:    all-inclusive luxury, 
    Crystal Cruises:                        historically synonymous with luxury

B. Premium Cruises:  
    Celebrity Cruises: a blend of modernity with luxury, younger clientele, high-end amenities: spas fine dining.
    Princess Cruises: aka "Love Boat" line, all ages but tends to older adults and families, a step down in luxury but       
         still high service standards and varied fun.

C. Adventure and Expedition Cruises:    
    Aqua Expeditions: small-ship cruises focused on: biodiversity & culture,  intimate & educational experience, very
        immersive experiences; NOT  typical cruise activities.

D. Mainstream/Family-Friendly Cruises:  
    Carnival Cruise: aka "fun ships”: lively & party focus, young, families.
    Royal Caribbean: innovative activity features: water slides, ice skating rinks,
        & surf simulators; families. 

E. Service and Atmosphere:  
     Holland America Line: classic elegance, older, many enrichment programs
         & focused on:  classical music, & onboard music, etc..

F. Value for Money:   
    Norwegian Cruise Line: good mid-tier option,  'freestyle' cruising: flexible
         dining times etc.;  a blend of luxury & freedom.