Not All Cruise Lines are Created Equal- Let’s Find Your Match!

Choosing the right cruise matters because it becomes your floating home for the majority of your trip — it’s where you dine, relax, sleep, explore, unwind, and create all the small moments that define your vacation. The ship’s vibe, food, entertainment, crowd, and style all play a role in how effortless and elevated your experience feels.

When you’re on the right ship, everything aligns with who you are as a traveler. When you’re on the wrong one, it can impact your entire getaway.

Don’t leave it to chance — click below to schedule your complimentary Cruise Match Consultation and let us help you find the perfect ship that fits your travel style and delivers the luxury you deserve.

FIND MY MATCH

1. Do you want an adults-only cruise… or are adults-only sections enough?

  • Strict adults-only (18+).
    Virgin Voyages, Viking (ocean & river), Saga, TUI River Cruises

  • Family-friendly ship, but with adults-only areas.
    Celebrity (Solarium), Princess (The Sanctuary), NCL (Vibe Beach Club), Royal (Solarium), MSC (Yacht Club), Disney

    Many cruise lines have adults only sections- from restaurants, pools, to designated floors.

    Families don’t bother me.
    Disney, Royal Caribbean, Carnival, MSC, Costa

2. What kind of energy do you want onboard?

  • Party, fun, high-energy.
    Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, MSC

  • Trendy, modern, adults-only social vibe.
    Virgin Voyages, Explora Journeys

  • Calm, scenic, refined.
    Princess, Holland America, Viking

  • Ultra-luxury, intimate, high service.
    Regent Seven Seas, Silversea, Seabourn, Ritz-Carlton Yacht

  • Adventure, nature, expedition.
    Lindblad, Hurtigruten, Quark, Ponant

  • Family-friendly magic.
    Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean

3. What’s your dining style?

  • Gourmet foodie dining.
    Celebrity, Virgin, Oceania, Regent, Explora Journeys

  • Lots of variety and specialty restaurants.
    Royal Caribbean, NCL, MSC, Princess

  • Casual is totally fine.
    Carnival, Costa, Marella, Margaritaville at Sea

  • All-inclusive fine dining.
    Regent, Silversea, Seabourn, Scenic River & Ocean

4. What kind of entertainment do you love?

  • Broadway-style productions.
    Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Princess

  • Live music + lounges.
    Holland America, Celebrity, Azamara

  • Nightlife, DJs & themed parties.
    Virgin Voyages, MSC, Carnival

  • Lectures, culture, enrichment.
    Viking, Cunard, Oceania

  • Expedition-style briefings.
    Lindblad, Ponant, Hurtigruten, Quark

5. Would you enjoy a themed cruise? What kind?

  • Culinary & wine.
    Oceania, Celebrity, AmaWaterways

  • Music festivals at sea.
    Norwegian, Royal Caribbean, Sixthman charters

  • Wellness & spa focused.
    Explora Journeys, Celebrity, Viking

  • Pride / LGBTQ+ celebrations.
    Virgin Voyages, Celebrity, Royal Caribbean

  • Christmas markets.
    AmaWaterways, Viking River, Uniworld, Avalon

  • Disney / character themes.
    Disney Cruise Line

  • Pop culture, fandom, cosplay.
    NCL charter cruises, Royal Caribbean theme charters

  • Adventure expeditions.
    Lindblad, Hurtigruten, Ponant, Quark

6. What age demographic feels right for you?

  • 20s–40s social & modern.
    Virgin Voyages, Royal Caribbean, Norwegian

  • 40s–60s premium travelers.
    Celebrity, Princess, Holland America, Viking

  • 50+ refined & classic.
    Saga Cruises, Viking, Cunard, Azamara

  • A balanced mix.
    Royal, Celebrity, MSC, Princess

7. What size ship do you prefer?

  • Mega ships (4,000+ guests).
    Royal Caribbean, MSC, Norwegian

  • Mid-size premium (2,000–3,000).
    Celebrity, Princess, Holland America

  • Small luxury ships (500–1,000).
    Azamara, Regent, Silversea, Seabourn

  • Yacht-style intimacy (100–500).
    Ritz-Carlton Yacht, Explora Journeys, SeaDream

  • River ships (100–200).
    AmaWaterways, Viking River, Uniworld, Avalon

  • Expedition vessels (50–200).
    Lindblad, Hurtigruten, Quark

8. What activity level do you want?

  • High-energy activities.
    Royal, Norwegian, MSC

  • Balanced activity + downtime.
    Celebrity, Princess, Holland America

  • Cultural immersion.
    Viking, Azamara, Oceania

  • Spa + wellness.
    Virgin, Explora, Celebrity

  • Nature / wildlife.
    Lindblad, Hurtigruten, Quark

  • Pure relaxation.
    Princess, Ritz-Carlton Yacht, Seabourn, Four Seasons

9. What matters more: the ship or the itinerary?

  • Ship = the destination.
    Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Virgin, MSC

  • Ports = the priority.
    Viking, Azamara, Oceania, river cruises

  • Remote adventure destinations.
    Lindblad, Ponant, Quark, Scenic Eclipse

  • Both equally.
    Celebrity, Princess, Holland America

10. What budget and inclusions do you expect?

  • Budget-friendly value.
    Carnival, MSC, Costa, Marella

  • Premium without luxury pricing.
    Celebrity, Princess, Holland America, Azamara

  • Luxury.
    Oceania, Explora, Windstar

  • All-inclusive luxury.
    Regent, Silversea, Seabourn, Scenic, Uniworld

  • Expedition pricing is fine.
    Lindblad, Quark, Ponant, Hurtigruten

Why Book Your Cruise With The In-Fluence Travel Club?

Through our partnership with one of the world’s largest travel management companies, (Internova Travel Group and Travel Leaders Network), we give our clients access to cruise perks and exclusive sailings you won’t find online.

This includes block space (specially reserved staterooms at lower rates), Amenity Departure Dates with extra perks like onboard credit, cocktail parties, and welcome gifts, and hosted sailings where you receive additional support, invitations, and VIP touches throughout the voyage.

We also have insider access to culinary cruises, enrichment programs, wine sailings, and themed departures curated specifically for travelers who want more than the standard cruise experience.

When you book through us, you get preferred pricing, elite amenities, and the confidence of sailing with a top global agency that negotiates upgrades, extras, and added value on your behalf — making your vacation smoother, richer, and far more rewarding than booking direct.

Cruise Inquiry