Cruise Holidays recently conducted a survey of its agencies across
North America, asking its cruise experts to use actual client booking data to
help identify trends in cruise travel. We previously looked at the most popular
destinations nationally and internationally; now, let’s look at the most
popular ships, based on bookings for 2015.
1.
Independence
of the Seas, Royal Caribbean. This ship’s recent $7 million refurbishment
added digital signage that makes it easier to find your way around the
3,600-passenger ship; a cupcake shop; an Italian restaurant; and a nursery for
the youngest guests. Royal Caribbean’s signature entertainment features,
including a surfing simulator and ice skating rink, make the ship a great
choice for families.
2.
Oasis
of the Seas, Royal Caribbean. First launched in 2009 with an innovative
“neighborhoods” concept, this 5,400-passenger ship had a recent overhaul to add
some of the dining and technology features found on the line’s newest ships.
This March, the ship will unveil its Dynamic Dining program, with nearly 20
restaurants for passengers to choose from.
3.
Celebrity
Summit, Celebrity Cruises. This 2,100-passenger ship serves as something
of a laboratory; it’s where Celebrity tests out new dining and entertainment
programs. Because there’s always something new on board, this ship tends to
attract repeat passengers.
4.
Allure
of the Seas, Royal Caribbean. This is the nearly identical twin sister of the
Oasis of the Seas, but some thoughtful
touches make it unique. For example, the Allure
features a casual hot dog stand, a cantina, the first Starbucks at sea, and
some high-end shops that are not found on the Oasis.
5.
Celebrity
Reflection, Celebrity Cruises. This sophisticated, 3,046-passenger ship has
all the popular features of the cruise line’s Solstice Class, including the grassy
Lawn Club. It’s the largest ship in the Solstice Class, which allows more room
for the luxurious suites, including the Reflection, Signature and AquaClass Spa
suites.
Cruise Holidays also asked its experts which ships are most
popular for group bookings (eight staterooms or more). Some of the ships above
are in the top five for groups, too:
1.
Celebrity
Summit, Celebrity Cruises
2.
Celebrity
Reflection, Celebrity Cruises
3.
Independence
of the Seas, Royal Caribbean
4.
Norwegian
Dawn, Norwegian Cruise Line
5.
Oasis
of the Seas, Royal Caribbean
While these ships are currently among the most popular, keep in
mind that there are more than 400 wonderful cruise ships available to you; and
Anita, your Cruise Holidays personal cruise expert will help you arrange to
sail on any one of them!
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