Ocean Cruises
From lively family ships to adults-only escapes and destination-focused voyages, there’s an ocean cruise for every kind of traveller. We’ll help you find the line that fits you best.
Why Choose an Ocean Cruise?
A cruise lets you see several destinations in one trip, with your meals, entertainment and a comfortable home base all taken care of.
Unpack Once
Wake up somewhere new without packing up and moving hotels every few days.
Something for Everyone
Shows, pools, dining, spas and kids’ clubs, plus plenty of quiet corners to relax.
Great Value
Your stateroom, most meals and onboard entertainment are included in your cruise fare.
The Right Fit
Every cruise line has its own style. We’ll match you with the one that suits how you like to travel.
Explore Our Cruise Lines
From Royal Caribbean® and Celebrity Cruises® to Norwegian, Princess, Viking and more, our travel consultants book sailings with all the major cruise lines. Ask us which one is the best fit for your next vacation.
Royal Caribbean®
Royal Caribbean® is known for big, innovative ships with waterslides, surf simulators, Broadway-style shows and Perfect Day at CocoCay®, its private island. See current offers and our exclusive group cruises.
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Celebrity Cruises®
Celebrity Cruises® brings modern luxury to the sea, with sleek ships, chef-inspired dining, stylish staterooms and a relaxed, elevated feel. See current offers and our exclusive group cruises.
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Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian Cruise Line is known for its relaxed, Freestyle approach, with no set dining times, lots of restaurant choices and the freedom to plan each day your own way.
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Carnival Cruise Line
Carnival Cruise Line is all about fun at a great value, with waterslides, comedy clubs, live music, kids’ clubs and casual dining favourites that make it a hit with families and groups of friends.
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Virgin Voyages
Virgin Voyages offers adults-only (18+) sailings with a modern, boutique-hotel feel. Wi-Fi, tips, basic drinks and group fitness classes are included, and instead of buffets you’ll find a wide range of included restaurants.
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Princess Cruises
Princess Cruises blends classic cruising with modern touches like the MedallionClass® wearable, which makes boarding, ordering and finding your way around the ship easy.
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Holland America Line
Holland America Line has been sailing for more than 150 years, with mid-sized ships, attentive service and a focus on great food, live music and enrichment.
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MSC Cruises
MSC Cruises brings Mediterranean flair to the sea, with modern ships, great value for families and the MSC Yacht Club, an exclusive ship-within-a-ship experience.
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Disney Cruise Line
Disney Cruise Line brings Disney storytelling to the sea, with Broadway-style shows, character experiences, themed dining and kids’ clubs, plus adults-only spaces for the grown-ups.
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Viking Ocean Cruises
Viking Ocean Cruises are adults only. Guests must be 18 or older, and there are no casinos or kids’ clubs onboard, just small ships with a calm, Scandinavian-inspired design.
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Oceania Cruises
Oceania Cruises is known for some of the best food at sea, with mid-sized ships, a relaxed country-club feel and specialty restaurants you can enjoy at no extra charge.
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Silversea
Silversea offers ultra-luxury, all-suite ships where every suite comes with its own butler. Fine dining, premium drinks, gratuities and Wi-Fi are all included, with nearly one crew member for every guest.
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Windstar Cruises
Windstar Cruises sails small ships and classic sailing yachts carrying fewer than 350 guests, so you get a relaxed, casual feel and personal service without the crowds.
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Scenic Ocean Cruises
Best known for its river cruises, Scenic also sails the ocean on Scenic Eclipse and Scenic Eclipse II, small all-suite discovery yachts with butler service and an all-inclusive fare.
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Expedition Cruises
Ready for something wilder? Small ships and Zodiacs reach Antarctica, the Arctic and the Galápagos with expert guides on board, with lines like Adventure Canada, Quark, HX and Lindblad.
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Our travel consultants share exactly what they did ashore, from beach clubs and island tours to the best tacos near the pier. Find ideas for your next cruise in our first-hand Cruise Port Guides.
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Ocean Cruise FAQs
How do I choose the right cruise line?
Start with who’s travelling and the kind of trip you want. Some lines are lively and family-focused, some are adults-only, and others are calm and destination-focused. Your budget, travel dates and where you’d like to sail matter too. A Travitude Travel Group travel consultant can compare lines, ships and itineraries side by side for you.
What’s included in an ocean cruise fare?
Most fares include your stateroom, meals in the main dining room and buffet, onboard entertainment and many activities. Specialty restaurants, drink packages, Wi-Fi, shore excursions and gratuities are often extra, although some lines, like Virgin Voyages, Viking and Silversea, include more of these in the fare.
Which cruise lines are best for families?
Carnival, Norwegian, MSC, Disney Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean® are all popular with families, thanks to kids’ clubs, pools, waterslides and family-friendly staterooms. Celebrity Cruises® is a great fit for families who want a more relaxed feel. If you’re travelling without kids, adults-only lines like Virgin Voyages and Viking offer a quieter atmosphere.
How far ahead should I book a cruise?
Booking early gives you the best choice of ships, dates and staterooms, especially for school holidays, summer in Alaska, suites and family cabins, which tend to sell out first. Last-minute deals do pop up, but the choice of cabins is usually much smaller.
Do I need a passport to go on a cruise?
Yes. Canadians must travel with a valid passport, and we recommend it be valid for at least six months past your return date. Some destinations only require three months, but six months is the safest rule of thumb. Even on cruises that start and end in the same port, a passport makes it much easier if you need to fly home early or there’s an emergency in a foreign port. Check your expiry date before you book, since a renewal can take several weeks.
Does it cost more to book with a travel agent?
No. Your cruise fare is the same as booking directly with the cruise line, and we can often add perks like onboard credit or group offers. If you’d like us to book your flights along with your cruise, there’s no extra charge for that either. A Travitude Travel Group travel consultant handles the details for you, from choosing the right stateroom to flights, hotels and travel insurance.
Do I need travel insurance for a cruise?
We strongly recommend it. Medical care at sea or in a foreign port can be very expensive, and insurance can also protect your cruise if you have to cancel or cut your trip short. You can get a Manulife travel insurance quote online or ask your travel consultant for help.
Cruise line features and inclusions vary by ship, itinerary and fare, and are subject to change.
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