What type of person goes on a cruise?

These travelers love cruises:
  • Big Groups. Cruising works very well for large groups. ...
  • Busy Parents. ...
  • Little Explorers. ...
  • Active Travelers. ...
  • Lifelong Learners. ...
  • People Who Hate to Fly. ...
  • Kids of Different Ages. ...
  • Groups with Budget Variety.




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Generally moderately affluent and well-educated adults with an average age of 50+. The line also attracts families, especially during school holidays. On European cruises, the passenger mix is more international. Most are experienced travelers who are looking for an above-average mainstream cruise line experience.

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Princess appeals to an older demographic than lines such as Carnival and Norwegian. The average age of passengers is around 57, and you'll usually see a lot of couples on board in their 50s, 60s and 70s. As noted above, these aren't people necessarily craving go-kart tracks and ropes courses at sea.

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The average age of a Celebrity passenger is a tad north of 50. Still, while families with younger children usually gravitate to one of the above-mentioned lines with more family-friendly activities, that doesn't mean you can't bring your kids on a Celebrity cruise.

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Royal Caribbean Age Policy Rules for cruising alone on Royal: Passengers must be 21 years old to travel on their own from North American ports; they should be at least 18 years old when sailing from South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand.

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“Cruising is less stressful and also means you do not lose time commuting and travelling to a destination as you will be eating, watching shows, drinking with friends and sleeping in comfort as the ship takes you to the next destination. It is a more efficient and enjoyable use of your time.”

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In 2022, North America was the leading source market for the global cruise industry, with around 12.6 million passengers. That year, Western Europe reported the second-highest figure, with roughly 5.4 million cruise passengers.

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Over the past 100 years since the RMS Titanic sank in 1912, only 18 cruise ships and some ocean liners have been publicly known to have sunk. And, over the past 50 years, only four cruise ships have sunk while navigating on a cruise.

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How do my kids qualify? Kids sail free is a limited time promotional offer that allows for guests 12 or younger to receive a free cruise fare.

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ALCOHOL POLICY The minimum age to consume alcohol on Royal Caribbean ships on sailings originating in North America or the Caribbean is twenty-one (21). The minimum age to consume alcohol on Royal Caribbean ships on sailings originating in South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand is eighteen (18).

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Interest among younger generations who have never cruised is higher than ever, with 73 percent of millennials and Gen X travelers considering a cruise vacation, according to a survey conducted by Cruise Lines International Association, the industry's trade group.

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With Royal Caribbean, travelers in their late teens and 20s can take part in two- to five-night sailings from the U.S. or Europe that have affordable rates. Even better, some of the line's largest and attraction-laden ships sail these shorter itineraries, so you won't have a chance to be bored.

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Moreover, there's a surge of interest among millennials and gen X travelers who have never cruised before, with 73 percent considering a cruise vacation. Among millennials, the interest level stands at 77 percent, while for gen X, it's 73 percent.

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Cruising isn't just for kids, families and singles. If you're over 55, it's your time to get out there, enjoy the adventure of the high seas and experience shore excursions you've only dreamed about. Today's cruises include crowds that are diverse in interests, ages and activity levels.

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For most itineraries, the minimum age to sail is 6 months at time of embarkation. For the South Pacific, Transatlantic, Hawaii and Panama Canal repositioning cruises, the minimum age to sail is one year old at the time of embarkation.

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One person must be 18 years of age or older at time of sailing. Passengers under the age of 21 years must travel in a stateroom with a passenger 21 years or older who shall assume responsibility for their care during the cruise.

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