CruiseInd: Unpacking Cruise Ships — Systems, Stories, & Structures

Tour the MSC Meraviglia

MSC Cruises Overview: Europe’s Global Cruise Powerhouse

How to Build a Cruise Ship: From Steel Plates to Sailing Cities

UPDATED ARTICLE: The Residential Cruise Ship Boom—and Bust—Continues

Cruise Line Profiles

Silversea Cruises Overview

All Cruise Lines

OverviewSilversea Cruises occupies a distinct position in the global cruise industry as one of the pioneers of modern ultra luxury...

Costa Cruises (Costa Crociere) Overview – Clone

All Cruise Lines

Costa Cruises is one of the oldest names in European passenger shipping, tracing its roots back to 1854 when the...

Cunard Line: The Legacy of Ocean Travel

Cunard

Few names in maritime history carry the same weight as Cunard Line. Founded in 1839 by Canadian entrepreneur Samuel Cunard,...

Holland America Line: A Tradition of Timeless Elegance. An Overview

All Cruise Lines

Holland America Line represents one of the most storied brands in passenger shipping, with a heritage that stretches back more...

Royal Princess during Sea Trials in the Adriatic Sea

Princess Cruises Overview. Where Tradition Meets Modern

All Cruise Lines

Princess Cruises holds a unique position in cruise history, balancing innovation, global reach, and a refined yet approachable onboard style....

A Look Inside Celebrity Cruises. An Overview

All Cruise Lines

Celebrity Cruises: Modern Luxury at Sea Celebrity Cruises was founded in 1988 with a clear mission; to deliver a premium...

Deep Dives

These are the 19 cruise ships that will be delivering this year.

What are Azipods?

What Happens at the Pier on Turnaround Day

Cruise Cabin Guide: How to Choose the Best Stateroom for Comfort, Views, and Value

Exploring Grill Classes on Cunard Vessels

How To Pick The Cruise That's Right For You

Part I: How to Choose the Right Cruise Line for Your Perfect Vacation

Part II: How to Choose the Right Cruise Line: Speciality and Niche Lines

Part III: How to Choose the Right Cruise Line: Matching Your Budget, Itinerary & Onboard Vibe

Part IV: How to Choose the Right Cruise Line: Why Ship Size Matters.

Cruise Industry History

[2025 Update] The Final History of the ex-Sally Albatross, Leeward, Silja Opera, Celestial Crystal

All Cruise Lines

This unique, one-of-a-kind ship can trace its origin back to 1978 and even to an entirely different ship called the...

The Complete History of Windstar Cruises

All Cruise Lines

A cruise line like no other, Windstar Cruises. Windstar Cruises stands out in the cruise industry—rooted in bold innovation, boutique...

The Final History of the m/s Tropicale [PART II]

Carinval Corp

In our first part we cover the origins, design, and career of the Carnival Tropicale. In this post we will...

Cruise Ship Tours

Detailed tours of the interiors and ships, deck by deck
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Carnival Celebration Review and Complete Photo Tour

Carinval Corp

I recently spent the week on the Carnival Celebration. This was my first time on this brand new class of ships...

Norwegian Sky Virtual Tour

NCL

I had the opportunity last month to board the Norwegian Sky for a quick tour so I could document it...

Carnival Magic Virtual Tour

Carinval Corp

I recently had the chance to board the Carnival Magic in Miami. While I was touring the vessel, I took...

Tour Virgin Voyages brand new Scarlet Lady

All Cruise Lines

I recently had the opportunity to tour the Scarlet Lady before she set sail on her first voyage this month....

Take a Tour of the Oasis of the Seas

Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.

Last month I was onboard the Oasis of the Seas and while it was extremely short, I used this opportunity...

Photo Tour of the Discovery Princess

Princess

Having just spent a week onboard the Discovery Princess, I present to you a full photo tour of the ship,...

Photos

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Spent the day at MSC Ocean Cay Marine Reserve and

Got back to my cabin on MSC Meraviglia just now an

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I kept seeing all these carts lined up at CocoCay

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Videos

A selection of videos, both from maritime historians, content creators, and vintage documentaries.

[VIDEO] That Time North Korea Made A Cruise Line

[VIDEO] What’s the Difference Between an Ocean Liner and a Cruise Ship – Oceanliner Designs

[VIDEO] The Incredible Career of RMS Lusitania – Oceanliner Designs

[VIDEO] The Career of RMS Aquitania – Shipwreck Sunday

[VIDEO] In an Alternate Universe, What If The SS Seawise University (ex-Queen Elizabeth) Didn’t Burn- Old Shipping Lines

[VIDEO] The Full Story of RMS Lusitania – Shipwreck Sunday

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