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​6 of the best cruise ships that you must travel on in your lifetime

Simon Calder’s Travel

Going on a cruise may give you access to once in a lifetime destinations, but there are also plenty of ships that are their own must-have and memorable experience.

From large family-focused vessels with round-the-clock entertainment and activities, to more serene, small-ship sailings, cruise vessels offer a range of facilities on board that can be just as exciting as the ports you are visiting.

Plenty of cruise ships offer waterslides, quality food and drink, spas and adult-only areas but some go that bit further. Here are six of the best cruise ships that you must travel on in your lifetime.

Evrima

Get a taste of Ritz-Carlton luxury on Evrima

Get a taste of Ritz-Carlton luxury on Evrima (Edgardo Contreras)

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Luuxy brand Ritz-Carlton has a super yacht called Evrima, named after the Greek word for discovery.

Expect a similar experience to staying in the luxury hotel while on the water. It caters for 298 passengers across 149 suites, with a choice of five restaurants and six lounges.

Each suite has its own terrace and you can enjoy the spa, beauty lounge and gentleman’s grooming salon as well as swimming in its pool or drinking a cocktail on the Marina Terrace.

Emma Sanger-Horwell, head of cruise at Kenwood Travel, told The Independent: “Enjoy Michelin-star dining, unwind with world-class treatments at The Ritz-Carlton Spa, or dive straight into adventure from the marina, offering water sports just steps from your suite. With spacious, private terraces and breathtaking views, Evrima’s suites are designed for comfort and elegance.

“This is more than a cruise – it’s a journey of discovery and indulgence like no other.”

Prices start from £6,700pp for a sailing from Tokyo, Japan, to Seward, Alaska, in May 2026.

Icon of the Seas

Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas is the world’s largest cruise ship

Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas is the world’s largest cruise ship (Royal Caribbean)

At a length of 1,196 feet and with 18 guest decks, Royal Caribbean’sIcon of the Seas is the world’s largest cruise ship, with capcity for 5,610 passengers.

Its maiden voyage was this year and there is plenty on offer for those of all ages. There are eight different neighbourhoods onboard and more than 40 dining areas and bars.

Features include Thrill Island, an adventure zone that boasts the biggest waterpark and waterslide at sea….

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