Specialty Cruises A–Z
Every specialty cruise type in our network, with a one-line summary and a link.
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The complete specialty cruises index. Each line is a short summary; follow the link for the full guide on the network site that covers it.
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| Specialty cruise type | In one line | Where to read more |
|---|---|---|
| Accessible cruises | For travelers who use a wheelchair or scooter, or who have hearing or vision needs: cabins, tenders and equipment. | Accessible Ocean Cruises |
| Adults-first fun cruises | Ships and lines picked for nightlife, comedy and big entertainment rather than quiet. | Happy Cruises |
| Africa cruises | Ocean itineraries around the African coast and its islands, from the Cape to the Indian Ocean. | Cruising Africa |
| All-inclusive cruises | Fares that bundle drinks, tips and more, weighed against paying as you go. | Cruising at Cost |
| Antarctica cruises | Expedition voyages to the White Continent, usually from the tip of South America. | Cruising Antarctica |
| Arctic cruises | Svalbard, Greenland, Iceland and the far north of Norway by expedition ship. | Polar Cruise Adventures |
B
| Specialty cruise type | In one line | Where to read more |
|---|---|---|
| Barge cruises | Slow, intimate canal cruising in France on hotel barges with a handful of cabins. | Barge Cruises in France |
| Bridge and game cruises | Tournaments and clubs at sea for bridge, mah-jongg, trivia and other table games. | Tournaments at Sea |
C
| Specialty cruise type | In one line | Where to read more |
|---|---|---|
| Charter cruises | Whole ships booked by one organizer for a single audience or theme. | Cruising Groups |
| Christian and church cruises | Faith-based charters, ministry-hosted groups and church groups on mainstream ships. | Group Cruise Sales |
| Classic rock cruises | Music-themed sailings built around the bands of the 1960s to the 1980s. | Classic Rock Cruises |
| Concierge-level cruising | The cabin tier between a standard balcony and a full suite, with extra service. | Cruising Concierge |
| Corporate and incentive cruises | Meetings, rewards trips and company events held on board. | Group Cruiser |
| Cultural cruises | Itineraries and line programs designed around the people, food and arts of each region. | Immersive Cruises |
| Culinary cruises | Sailings for food lovers: cooking demonstrations, tastings and chocolate-themed fun. | Chocoholics Cruise |
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| Specialty cruise type | In one line | Where to read more |
|---|---|---|
| Expedition cruises | Small, tough ships with Zodiacs and naturalists for remote coasts. | Explorer Cruising |
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| Specialty cruise type | In one line | Where to read more |
|---|---|---|
| Family cruises | Kids’ clubs, family cabins and how to cruise with children of every age. | Cruises for Children |
| First cruises | A step-by-step path for anyone who has never been on a ship. | First Time Cruise |
| Fundraiser cruises | Group sailings that raise money for a charity, school or club. | Fundraiser Cruising |
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| Specialty cruise type | In one line | Where to read more |
|---|---|---|
| Galápagos cruises | Small-ship voyages through the islands under national park rules. | Galápagos Adventure Cruises |
| Girls’ getaway cruises | Friends’ trips, bachelorettes and milestone birthdays at sea. | Cruise Chicks |
| Group sailing charters | Crewed yachts, catamarans, gulets and tall ships for a private group. | Group Sailings |
H
| Specialty cruise type | In one line | Where to read more |
|---|---|---|
| Holiday cruises | Christmas, New Year and other holidays spent at sea with family or friends. | Holiday Cruise Groups |
| Hosted cruises | Sailings led by a host who organizes the group’s events on board. | Cruise With a Host |
I
| Specialty cruise type | In one line | Where to read more |
|---|---|---|
| Immersive cruises | Itineraries with overnights and long port calls for depth over a checklist. | Immersive Cruising |
J
| Specialty cruise type | In one line | Where to read more |
|---|---|---|
| Jazz cruises | Sailings where jazz is the main event, from big bands to small combos. | Jazz Music Cruises |
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| Specialty cruise type | In one line | Where to read more |
|---|---|---|
| Last-minute cruises | Short-notice sailings and how to judge whether a late deal is really good. | Last Minute Cruising |
| Learning cruises | Lectures, classes and enrichment programs at sea. | Learning Cruises |
| LGBTQ+ cruises | Charters and group sailings organized for the LGBTQ+ community. | LGBTQ+ group cruises on Cruising Groups |
| Luxury cruises | Small, high-service ships where most extras are already included. | Cruising First Class |
M
| Specialty cruise type | In one line | Where to read more |
|---|---|---|
| Music charters | Festival-style sailings where the lineup is the reason to go. | music charters on Cruising Groups |
N
| Specialty cruise type | In one line | Where to read more |
|---|---|---|
| Nature and wildlife cruises | Whale watching, birding and wildlife viewing from the deck. | Natural Cruises |
| Niche hobby cruises | Very specific passions at sea, from knitting to eclipse viewing. | Niche Cruising |
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| Specialty cruise type | In one line | Where to read more |
|---|---|---|
| Reunion cruises | Family, class and military reunions planned around a ship. | Cruising Reunions |
| River cruises | Small riverboats docking in town centers, in Europe, Asia, Africa and the USA. | Official River Cruise Directory |
| Rock music cruises | Rock-themed sailings at sea, beyond the classic era. | Rock Music Cruises |
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| Specialty cruise type | In one line | Where to read more |
|---|---|---|
| School group cruises | Senior trips, band and choir trips organized by teachers and schools. | School Group Cruises |
| Senior cruises | Ships and voyage lengths chosen for travelers in their 60s, 70s and 80s. | Golden Cruises |
| Senior club groups | How senior centers and active-adult clubs organize a cruise together. | Leisure Cruise Groups |
| Seminars at sea | Conferences and continuing-education credits earned on board. | Seminars on Cruises |
| Solo cruises | Studio cabins, single supplements and meeting people when you sail alone. | Sailing Single |
| Special needs cruises | Autism friendly sailings, sober groups and dialysis at sea. | Specialty Cruise Groups |
| Sports cruises | Golf, fishing, fitness and sports-themed sailings. | Sporting Cruises |
| Student cruises | Spring break and graduation cruises, with the age rules that apply. | Student Cruisers |
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| Specialty cruise type | In one line | Where to read more |
|---|---|---|
| Theme cruises | How theme cruises work and how to pick one by interest. | Special Interest Cruises |
U
| Specialty cruise type | In one line | Where to read more |
|---|---|---|
| USA coastal cruises | New England, the Chesapeake, the Intracoastal and the Pacific Northwest by small ship. | Cruising the USA |
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| Specialty cruise type | In one line | Where to read more |
|---|---|---|
| Wedding cruises | Weddings, vow renewals and guest cabin blocks at sea. | Group Cruise Planners |
| World cruises | Grand voyages of months, and the shorter segments you can buy. | World Cruise News |
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