Luxury cruising allows you to travel to the corners of the world in style. However, with so many cruise lines to choose from, each offering their own unique features and itineraries, experience counts. That’s why we asked our advisors to break down each of our hand-picked luxury cruise partners, helping you find your perfect cruise match.
Crystal
In the world of cruising, the name ‘Crystal’ has been synonymous with luxury, elegance and unmatched service for three decades. Nonetheless, in 2022 the brand demonstrated once again, that you can always improve on perfection. Refurbishing and relaunching their flagships consequently set a new bar for sophistication and comfort at sea. Having perfected the art of immersive and intuitive luxury, all sailings include speciality Michelin-star dining at UMI UMA – the only Nobu at sea – and spacious suites allowing you to cruise in unparalleled style.
Hidden Gem: Crystal’s partnership with heritage brand Abercrombie & Kent provides guests with new, unparalleled access to the most sought-after experiences around the world.
Is Crystal for me?: If you value highly personalised service, exemplary dining, immersive and enriching shore excursions and seek sophistication and attention to detail, Crystal is for you.
Explora
Explora Journeys invites guests to enter an ocean state of mind all while feeling at home on the sea. Often described as being sophisticated, vibrant and immersive, Explora Journeys continue to redefine luxury at sea. Perfect for discerning travellers who do not view themselves as cruisers at all, the brand’s enriching itineraries are inspired by a passion of exploration. Their casual elegance and tailored experiences offer a new style of cruising for the well-travelled.
Best Known For: Being more like a luxury resort on the ocean than a classic cruise line and combining favourite destinations with lesser-known gems.
Is Explora Journeys for me?: If you love experiences that are tailored for you, the best dining from five-star to casual, exquisite spaces around the ship to relax and a younger demographic (average age is 53), Explora Journeys is for you.
Oceania Cruises
Showcasing a banquet of voyages taking you to faraway places, Oceania Cruises will ignite your travel passion. The ultra-premium cruise line is best suited to active cruisers and destination collectors with a thirst for being immersed in a destination. Onboard, the sports deck, Aquamar Spa + Vitality Centre and luxurious pool invites guests to surrender to their country club casual-classic cruise style. No matter which vessel you choose, Oceania Cruises promise personalised service with their 1:1.6 guest-to-staff ratio.
Best Known For: The finest cuisine at sea.
Is Oceania Cruises for me?: If you are an active cruiser, have a thirst for knowledge and a passion for food and wine, Oceania Cruises is for you.
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
With Regent, the world is your oyster. Five-star all the way, and with beautiful art and epicurean offerings, this cruise line is for those chasing unsurpassed luxury. Known as the world’s most inclusive cruise line, fares include unlimited shore excursions, drinks, dining, unlimited access to spa facilities and more. Fit for those with a passion for cruising in waters near and far, Regent features heartfelt hospitality as an industry leader with a crew-to-guest ratio of 1:1.4.
Hidden Gem: Each ship is a floating art gallery showcasing work by the likes of Picasso and Chagalle. The Seven Seas Grandeur even features a custom Fabergé Egg – the first of its kind at sea.
Is Regent Seven Seas Cruises for me?: If you are a discerning traveller with a high propensity for cruising and travelling internationally, Regent Seven Seas Cruises is right for you.
Scenic Eclipse
Since being founded in 1986, the Australian cruise line has become a global force in the cruise world. But the groundbreaking Scenic Eclipse Discovery Yachts were the beginning of a spectacular new era, setting the benchmark in ultra-luxury ocean cruising. Synonymous with exclusive, elegant, adventurous and groundbreaking, Scenic Eclipse will take you to the far corners of the world. As leaders in design and technology, fit outs and furnishings, and in passenger experiences, guests will relish in a truly all-inclusive 6-star journey that will inspire and excite.
Hidden Gem: The Discovery Team consists of up to 20 specialists including glaciologists, marine biologists, archaeologists and geologists ensuring fascinating lectures and shore excursions.
Is Scenic Eclipse II for me?: If you love exploring in mainstream destinations as well as lesser-known ports, learning about local cultures and natures, you like the finer things in life and you love being active, Scenic Eclipse II is for you.
Seabourn
If you are seeking pinch-me moments whilst traversing the globe, look no further than Seabourn. The brand epitomises what is meant by all-inclusive, ultra-luxury cruising refined to its purest form. By offering an imaginative mix of vibrant cities, quaint villages and harbours, as well as personalised service onboard, the attention to detail will leave you yearning to sail with Seabourn time and time again.
Best Known For: Spectacular itineraries with marquee ports, the private yacht-like atmosphere, intuitive and personalised service and lavish ocean-front suites.
Is Seabourn for me?: If you are 45+, love the finer things in life, are interested in the arts, dining out and you’re active, Seabourn is for you.
Silversea
With Silversea, luxury is an art form, from the stunning ships to impeccable service and ground-breaking voyages. Renowned for ultra-luxury and expedition cruises that combine elegance with adventurous exploration, everything about Silversea is resplendent and sophisticated without being overwhelming. When you set sail with Silversea everything is about you, your experiences and the unforgettable moments that you will create.
Hidden Gem: Silversea’s S.A.L.T (Sea and Land Taste) program connects travellers with the local food cultures in the regions they explore through chef-led excursions, locally inspired dining onboard and expert-led cooking classes.
Is Silversea for me?: If you are 45+, seek authentic experiences, cultural enrichment and whispered luxury, with interests including culinary arts, history, nature exploration, wellness and are drawn to bucket list destinations, Silversea is for you.
Viking
The multi-award-winning Viking takes the cruise lifestyle to a whole new level with their understated luxury, refined elegance and Nordic charm. With thoughtfully planned excursions that go beyond sightseeing, ensuring you return to the ship knowing more about the destination, people and culture.
Best Known For: Award-winning Norwegian style, no kids, no casino and no corkage.
Is Viking for me?: Viking will appeal to the culturally inclined couples, friends or multigenerational groups aged 55+ and interested in art, culture and history.
Travel Associates Advisor’s cruise knowledge is simply unmatched. Connect with an Advisor today to find out more or read our 2025 Luxury Cruise Guide: https://online.fliphtml5.com/ypkob/ltax/
