What is the smallest cruise ship still sailing?

Accommodating only 16 guests and with only eight cabins available, the Celebrity Xploration is the world's smallest cruise ship.
  • Celebrity Xploration.
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  • MS Panorama II (Photo Credit: Variety Cruises)
  • Admiralty Dream (Photo Credit: Alaskan Dream Cruises)
  • Aqua Mare (Photo Credit: Aqua Expeditions)




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Small ships are generally considered cruise ships carrying less than 1000 passengers. Celebrity Xpedition, carries only 92 passengers, weighing 2329 tons, with even lighter ships such as Star Clipper and Star Flyer, of the Star Clippers' fleet, weighing in at ust 2,298 tons.

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The smallest Celebrity cruise ship is the super-tiny Celebrity Xploration. Based in the Galapagos, it measures 320 tons, just a tiny fraction of the size of Celebrity Beyond, and it holds just 16 passengers. Or, to put it another way, Celebrity Xploration holds fewer passengers than a lifeboat on Celebrity Beyond.

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The least crowded cruise ships – offering the most space for your money
  • Saga Cruises' Spirit of Adventure is among the most spacious of any ship out there Credit: Saga.
  • Wide open decks, airy walkways and a grand lounge; the QM2 Credit: LOIC VENANCE.
  • A mini-suite aboard the Sky Princess.


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A mini cruise can be anything under 7 nights but typical duration is usually 2-4 nights with just 1 or 2 ports of call on the itinerary. Cruises to nowhere are also fantastic mini cruises! On board you can expect to have all of the same entertainment, dining and wellness options that you would get on a longer cruise.

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1,000 - 2,400. Mid-sized ships in terms of cruising are cruise ships that carry between 1,000 and 2,400 passengers. Not so long ago these were the largest passengers ships at seas, but are now seen as a more refined option when compared to the super liners of today.

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Many ships, including cruise liners have omitted having a 13th deck due to triskaidekaphobia.

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A few cruise lines feature a limited number of cabins designated for single occupancy sparing the solo cruiser from having to pay double. While cruise lines advertise these single cabins as having no supplement, the single rate is usually slightly higher than the per-person rate of comparable double occupancy cabins.

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A cruise to nowhere sails out into international waters for a short duration of generally 2 to 3 days, allowing passengers with limited time to enjoy a quick, fuss-free getaway, before returning to the point of embarkation without any intermediate port calls.

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What does adult-only cruising mean? For most ships, this means an age restriction on 18 and over. So while you may get some young adults on your ship, there won't be a screaming toddler or moody teenager for many a nautical mile around.

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Some of the differences are subtle, but today's cruise lines largely fall into three basic categories: mainstream, premium, and luxury. There are also a couple of secondary categories to consider, including river/barge and specialty cruise lines.

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There are plenty of places on a ship to find peace and quiet.
  1. Spa. On any ship, the spa is the pinnacle of calm and quiet. ...
  2. Library. Often overlooked, the ship's library is a great room for escaping the hustle and bustle. ...
  3. Inside on a port day. ...
  4. Your room. ...
  5. Adults-only deck. ...
  6. Secret decks. ...
  7. Private lounges.


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Cruise ships often offer some of the unhealthiest foods to their guests. From burgers and fries to doughnuts, cakes and entire buffets, you're very likely to overeat. With all kinds of drinks and cocktails on board, you'll also be likely to imbibe plenty of harmful alcohol.

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