The beginning of the holiday season means it’s finally the time of year for the leading cruise information website, Cruise Critic, to announce its annual Editors’ Picks Awards. This year, awards honored leaders in 18 categories, recognizing the best in innovation, service, and quality throughout the industry.
A number of Royal Holiday-affiliated cruise lines received accolades in this year’s list. Among the results announced are:
* Best New Ship – The debut of Royal Caribbean’s advanced Quantum of the Seas made waves in the cruise industry this year. The new ship offers many high-tech innovations to ease passenger check-in and internet access; in addition, several exciting new entertainment options, large cabins, and other features make it a standout among modern vessels.
* Best Itineraries – With routes all over the world, Princess walked away with the “Best Itineraries” prize this year. Especially known for its Alaskan cruises, the line’s ships also visit ports throughout North America, Europe, and the Pacific.
* Best Value for Money – A longtime favorite, Carnival Cruises proved itself the most affordable option for cruisers. With the largest fleet on the water, Carnival has something to offer pretty much everyone.
* Best Entertainment – Its huge variety of shows and other entertainment options put Norwegian Cruise Line in the top spot in this category. This is the line that offers the highly rated Legends in Concert series, as well as countless musicals, jazz clubs, comedy shows, and more.
About Cruise Critic
For nearly 20 years, Cruise Critic has offered thorough coverage of the cruise industry. In that time, the website has grown into the world’s leading source of cruise information and reviews. The site also hosts an enormous and very active online community, along with a range of planning tools, reviews, feature articles, and more. With such a high profile among cruisers, the Cruise Critic Editors’ Picks Awards are eagerly anticipated throughout the industry every year.
