Best cruise lines for Couples
The best cruise lines for couples as ranked by verified reviews submitted over the past 12 months. This list is continuously updated as we receive new reviews from our members, so be sure to check back often! Note, a minimum of 40 reviews are required to be part of this list.
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Couples sailing on one of American Cruise Lines’ small ships will enjoy regionally-inspired cuisine, in-depth shore excursions, and beautiful scenery of the U.S. shoreline along the way. Amenities onboard include large staterooms (most with balconies), afternoon tea service, evening cocktail hour, and entertainment that focuses on history and music.
Viking is perfect for couples looking for a relaxing experience on a small ocean ship. Touted as the “Thinking Person’s Cruise,” expert lectures and immersive shore excursions are a large part of the Viking experience. The ships also include a complimentary thermal suite in the spa, an aft infinity pool, and service that rivals the best luxury cruise lines.
Azamara is a great line for couples who prefer medium or small-ship cruising with a resort-casual dress code. The line also overnights in select ports, allowing travelers to experience dinner and nightlife there. Azamara’s AzAmazing Evenings include concerts, gala receptions, and museum tours.
Disney’s ships aren’t just for kids! Couples can enjoy the full spa with thermal suite, the various bars and lounges, and the adults-only Quiet Cove Pool sundeck. The specialty restaurants Palo and Remy are also restricted to adults only, which makes for a special and intimate meal. The line’s private island in the Bahamas, Castaway Cay, also boasts an adults-only beach.
On Royal Caribbean ships, couples will find no shortage of activities to check out. Dining options for date nights range from restaurants by James Beard award-winning chefs to Italian, Mexican, Asian-fusion cuisine, and more. The Solarium, a large, tropical-themed space with lounge chairs and hot tubs, is the perfect spot to relax.
Celebrity is a great choice for couples looking for an upscale onboard experience without stepping up to luxury-line prices. Exceptional service and dining options, a wide variety of staterooms, onboard activities, and entertainment ranging from Broadway-style production shows to intimate lounge acts truly gives couples options to craft the perfect vacation.
Fine dining, spacious staterooms, and enriching activities are what couples traveling on Holland America will find. Live music at B.B. King’s Blues Club and “Dancing With the Stars” ballroom dancing lessons are among some of the highlights that are perfect for a date night. Culinary enthusiasts will enjoy the selection of steakhouses, sushi, and Italian dining options.
Viking is an ideal river line for couples, especially since the line is adults-only. Touted as the “Thinking Person’s Cruise,” expert onboard lectures and immersive, authentic shore experiences are a large part of the Viking experience. And with relaxing lounges, well-appointed bars, and live music onboard, a Viking cruise makes for a perfect getaway.
Virgin has never settled for the typical in any industry, and this cruise line is no different. Virgin Voyages redefines what to expect from a cruise. Fitting Virgin's forward-thinking vision, its first ship, the Scarlet Lady will be unlike any other at sea. Not content with just one designer, Virgin hired several firms to design different elements of the ship to achi...
While Carnival is known for lively fun for the whole family, there’s plenty onboard for just adults, too. Couples can enjoy the Serenity Retreat, an age 21+ sundeck with plenty of spots to relax. Ships also feature upscale specialty restaurants to celebrate a notable occasion, as well as vibrant nightlife in the lounges and bars. There’s also a spa with a thermal suite.