With a limit of 112 passengers, SeaDream cruises might make you feel like you are on your own private yacht. Each yacht contains an Asian-influenced spa, Balinese beds on the deck and cabins that come with showers for two, cotton duvets and DVD players. The cruise price is all-inclusive.
Paul Gauguin cruises offer tropical elegance as the ships visit the South Pacific and French Polynesia. State rooms have verandas, are spacious and offer laid-back luxury. The boat has a retractable water sports platform so passengers have easier access to the water for swimming, snorkeling and other activities. The cruises visit private beaches and small islands as well as more traditional ports of call. Several of the cruises specialize in cuisine with famous guest chefs.
SilverSea cruises offer gorgeous staterooms, open bars, gourmet cuisine, wine and more. As of 2011, SilverSea cruises has six ships that travel to exotic destinations including the Caribbean and South Pacific. Ships activities include a range of guest lectures on wine appreciation, language, cooking and dance. Enjoy specific cruise series that focus on the culinary arts and wine.
The Crystal Serenity has been awarded some of the highest travel awards from Conde Naste and other travel publications. The two cruise ships from Crystal cruises offer the ultimate in luxury with penthouse butlers, floating casino, lavish productions and gorgeous staterooms. The spa incorporates feng shui, and the ships have several boutique restaurants. There are wellness classes, dance classes, computer access, music and language classes.
Windstar cruises are unique as the cruise ships all have sails, though the ships rarely rely on wind power alone to travel. These sailing yachts visit ports that are inaccessible to larger cruise ships. Onboard activities are few, as the main focuses are relaxation and getting to know other passengers. The evening entertainment is also informal but does offer dancing, gambling, music, a weekly show, movies and a cigar bar. Luxury amenities on board include sun beds, mist sprayers around the pools, couples massage room, gym, flat screen TVs in the rooms and large verandas.
