Top 10 Cruise Lines For 20-30 Year Olds
A lot of that is down to the legacy of an industry that started off as a luxury product aimed at those with the finances and time to spend vast sums of money on a slow-paced holiday, but the past few decades has seen many lines target a whole new target market.
Some of it also come from the confusion caused by the marketing of some lines that still feature rich, glamorous and older cruisers whilst offering low-cost prices aimed at a mass market client base.
It is true that some lines still target an older and wealthier clientele, it is also that isn’t true for the whole industry as it has grown and changed so much since the turn of the millennium that there is now a line for everyone.
If you have never cruised before or are looking for a more ‘fun’ line, these are our top 10 cruise lines that are ideal for those aged in their 20’s or 30’s or for those who are young at heart.
Our Top 10 Cruise Lines For 20-30 Year Olds
Virgin Voyages
Virgin Voyages are one of the newer lines on the market and since their inception, they have been aimed a young adult market, which makes them ideal if you are in your 20’s.
Long gone are many of the traditions of cruising as Virgin Voyages bring you everything from yoga and street food and a festival style to their entertainment offering.
All of their ships are modern and high tech and whilst their focus is on regular regions such as the Med and the Caribbean, it is onboard where they stand out.
Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruises tag line of ‘Fun For All, All For Fun’, is something that they live by as their onboard experience is known for its lively atmosphere.
Often included on their ships are huge waterparks, comedy shows and dance parties that are great for those with a young family or for couples wanting to enjoy themselves whilst onboard a cruise ship.
Norwegian Cruise Line
NCL brought the do what you want, when you want style of cruising to the mainstream, and they have continue to develop it for a new generation.
Norwegian’s newer ships have lots on offer to keep everyone entertained including full production Broadway/West End shows and with no formal nights, the line is ideal for those who want a relaxed holiday.
Disney Cruise Line
If you have a young family, there can be no better cruise line than the Disney Cruise Line as they bring Disney magic to the high seas.
Their ships act like a floating Disney theme park, where everything is Disney themed, and you get to spend time with the much-loved characters of the companies films and tv programmes.
If you don’t have kids, but still love Disney, then don’t worry as you won’t be the only adults onboard with no little ones and the line also offers adult-only areas and activities.
Royal Caribbean
If you want lots of options, plenty of space and love to party, the Royal Caribbean cruise line could be the choice for you.
The line operates the biggest ships in the world and that allows them to offer everything from ice skating to rock climbing and from surfing to high diving shows and lots more that you just don’t get onboard other ships.
Although they have a focus on the Med and the Caribbean, they offer itineraries visiting lots of interesting places around the world.
Celebrity Cruises
Although a premium line, this is a great option for those who love high quality food, top entertainment and prefer a more laid back style whilst still having the opportunity to dress up and enjoy yourself.
The line has an ‘evening chic’ style to their formal nights, so you can forget about cocktail dresses and black tie as you can simply wear what you would to visit a top restaurant or for a night out.
Hurtigruten Expeditions
Although this one is a more costly option, it is a great one for those looking for something memorable whilst on holiday.
There modern exploration ships head for destinations such as Antarctica, the Arctic and South America and allow you to snorkel, hike and otherwise explore some of the most remote and stunning locations on earth.
Celestyal Cruises
If you want an action-packed tour around the Greek Islands, this is the line for you.
There older and smaller ships may not have too much to offer in terms of onboard entertainment but that really doesn’t matter as they port intensive itineraries mean you are hardly onboard the ship.
Most journey will be a week or less and visit more islands than they have days onboard, with some days split into a morning in one place and an afternoon in another.
Marella Cruises
If you have no time to plan your holiday and want to simply book everything in the same place at the same time, then Marella cruise is ideal.
Owned by the holiday giants of Tui, Marella bring there knowledge of traditional holidays abroad and bring it to the cruising world as you book your cruise, flights and travel all in the one booking.
There ships also act like all-inclusive holiday resorts, complete with a laid back style to allow you to enjoy your holiday in sunny regions such as the Canaries and the Adriatic Sea.
MSC Cruises
MSC may have a more traditional cruising style when compared to the others on this list, but they gain their place on this list for one reason, there low cost fares.
If you are wanting a cheap getaway, MSC could be ideal for you as they offer a low base fare and then you pay for the things you want to do, so you can have as cheap of a holiday as you want.
Lots is still included including, food, basic drinks and entertainment and when you couple that with their beautiful modern ships and you have all that you need for a great getaway that doesn’t break the bank.
