Cruises have revamped, but have you seen them? They go beyond what you might ever imagine! Especially since most of our first, second, and third impressions of cruises were experienced at young ages and might be reflected on as somewhat of a cheesy experience. But today, cruises are luxury, and even better, now is the best time to book a cruise, and here’s why: Cruise lines roll out their biggest sales of the year now!

Whether you’re a seasoned cruiser or you’ve been thinking about one specific sailing, now is the time to lock it in. And I’m here to help. Below are 6 perfect cruises that are reminiscent of your favorite hotel brands and fit your travel style.

VIRGIN VOYAGES + CELEBRITY CRUISES

First, we have Virgin Voyages, which has recently been all over my fyp. With Virgin Voyages and Celebrity Cruises, you can sail on stylish ships with great restaurants and a social, design-forward energy. These cruise lines are modern, fun, and a little unexpected. A less traditional and more cool cruise hotel at sea.

Hotel vibes: W Hotels, Virgin Hotels, Andaz

AMAWATERWAYS, UNIWORLD + RIVERSIDE LUXURY CRUISES

Hotel vibes: Fairmont, JW Marriott

River cruises are immersive by nature: slower pacing, city-center docking, and a front-row seat to culture, food, and history

ORIENT EXPRESS SAILING YACHTS + FOUR SEASONS YACHTS

Hotel vibes: Raffles, Aman, Four Seasons

If you love ultra-luxury hotels and design-forward experiences, this is yachting at its most elevated. Prepare for exceptional design, intimate ships, and service that feels personal.

WINDSTAR CRUISES + VIKING

Hotel vibes: Auberge, Montage, InterContinental

If food, culture, and cultural experiences matter, these two cruise lines are refined but approachable. Enjoy standout dining and experiences built around culture and exploration rather than onboard spectacle.

THE RITZ-CARLTON YACHT COLLECTION, EXPLORA JOURNEYS + SILVERSEA

Hotel vibes: Ritz-Carlton Reserve, Rosewood, Park Hyatt

Think floating luxury hotels: spacious suites, calm onboard energy, and destinations that matter just as much as the ship itself.

*Courtesy of The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection*

PONANT, NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC X LINBLAD EXPEDITIONS + HX

Hotel vibes: Scandic, Eleven Experiences, Relais & Châteaux

Maybe you’re considering a cruise where the destination is the experience. Expedition cruising blends adventure with comfort. You’ll visit polar regions, have wildlife encounters, and enjoy expert-led exploration in remote places.

*Courtesy of National Geographic Expeditions*

Ready to try a new type of cruise? Let’s talk and explore which cruise line might be best for you!

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