Cool Facts
Floating cities. Modern cruise ships are so enormous that they're like small cities on water, carrying thousands of passengers and crew members who live and work aboard together.
All-in-one vacation. Unlike ships that just transport people from place to place, cruise ships are destinations themselves, with restaurants, theaters, pools, and activities happening while you travel to new ports.
Port hopping adventures. Cruise ships visit multiple ports of call where passengers can take shore excursions like exploring ruins, snorkeling, or discovering local cultures before sailing to the next destination.
Different from ocean liners. Ocean liners are built to cross oceans quickly for transportation, but cruise ships are designed for comfort and fun with emphasis on entertainment during the voyage itself.
Round-trip journeys. Most cruise ships leave from a home port and return there after visiting several destinations, so passengers pack once and wake up in new places without moving their luggage.