For a truly elevated cruise experience, luxury small ships offer the intimate scale and personalized experience of a boutique hotel. A high crew-to-guest ratio ensures every guest experiences five-star, attentive service.

Smaller-scale ships also boast the benefit of being able to access unique and exotic ports of call that larger cruise ships cannot. Anchor in a secluded lagoon in French Polynesia or explore small, exclusive ports of call like Kotor and Portofino.

Many cruise lines feature all-inclusive or near all-inclusive pricing, with all onboard amenities included. Along with elegant accommodations and a refined atmosphere, you’ll enjoy distinctive culinary choices and exclusive activities and excursions.

If you are seeking sophisticated style along with meaningful exploration of unique destinations, you’ll appreciate what small ship luxury cruises have to offer.