LBeeE Posted August 28, 2015 #1 Share Posted August 28, 2015 And still have a wide age-range of passengers? I'm not looking for ultra-small (elite) like 100-400, but I'm also not looking for 2000+ Just looking around for a different experience next time, preferably with a mix of ages, and not sure where to look. Would enjoy a more personalized experience and would like to visit some ports that can't be accessed by large mega ships. We also don't want to be the only passengers onboard under age 40 with kids. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarea Posted August 28, 2015 #2 Share Posted August 28, 2015 (edited) The Azamara ships are around 700 in capacity. Don't know the demographic though. Edited August 28, 2015 by clarea Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
reedprincess Posted August 28, 2015 #3 Share Posted August 28, 2015 Crystal, Regent, Azamara, Star Cruises Free Olsen, Holland America has a few, Princess has one, Costa, MSC, etc... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Saab4444 Posted August 28, 2015 #4 Share Posted August 28, 2015 And still have a wide age-range of passengers? I'm not looking for ultra-small (elite) like 100-400, but I'm also not looking for 2000+ Just looking around for a different experience next time, preferably with a mix of ages, and not sure where to look. Would enjoy a more personalized experience and would like to visit some ports that can't be accessed by large mega ships. We also don't want to be the only passengers onboard under age 40 with kids. With focus on US cruise lines I recommend Ocean Princess and Pacific Princess, same ships as Azamara and affordable. Several European cruise lines offer many ships this size. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrsccgt Posted August 28, 2015 #5 Share Posted August 28, 2015 I chatted with a Silver Sea passenger in Skagway last week (DH and I were on Radiance). The gentleman mentioned that ship had approximately 300 cabins. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
foxgoodrich Posted August 28, 2015 #6 Share Posted August 28, 2015 How old are your kids? The smaller ships may not have much in the way of activities/services for children, so you might want to check that out as well. Judy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted August 28, 2015 #7 Share Posted August 28, 2015 The more expensive the line, the smaller the ship, generally speaking, and the less "bells and whistles" it will have. Also, more money = older passengers, in general. There are exceptions, like Crystal....it's a larger ship, but pricey! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bonvoyagebites Posted August 28, 2015 #8 Share Posted August 28, 2015 I would give Holland America a try. I was on a short 3 day cruise from San Diego to Vancouver and enjoyed it. The demographic was a little older than what I am used to, but on that same note, it was quieter and more relaxing, and far less crowded. (I am 43, wife is 33, we took 3 boys 13, 14, 16) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hotel CA Posted August 28, 2015 #9 Share Posted August 28, 2015 The more expensive the line, the smaller the ship, generally speaking, and the less "bells and whistles" it will have. Also, more money = older passengers, in general. There are exceptions, like Crystal....it's a larger ship, but pricey! If you are just a couple and you factor in the cost of Ultimate beverage package and specialty dining on Royal--Crystal becomes more reasonable (with every Nickel and Dime added) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kalliekae Posted August 28, 2015 #10 Share Posted August 28, 2015 I would give Holland America a try. I was on a short 3 day cruise from San Diego to Vancouver and enjoyed it. The demographic was a little older than what I am used to, but on that same note, it was quieter and more relaxing, and far less crowded. (I am 43, wife is 33, we took 3 boys 13, 14, 16) Our first cruise in 1995 was with HAL and our kids were ages 10 and 12. It was a 7 day Thanksgiving cruise and there were less than 75 kids on that cruise. There really wasn't much for them to do. HAL does have a kids program, but it doesn't compare to what Royal offers. The demographics on HAL are a much older clientele. We also enjoyed our cruise, but our kids were bored on sea days. Our kids have since cruised on HAL when they were in their 20's and agree that HAL is great for a port intensive cruise, but if looking for a nightlife, HAL lacks entertainment. Just giving another perspective for the OP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OCruisers Posted August 28, 2015 #11 Share Posted August 28, 2015 Princess has two "little girls" which hold 672 passengers -- Ocean Princess and Pacific Princess. :) LuLu Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
snorkelman Posted August 28, 2015 #12 Share Posted August 28, 2015 that is pretty standard size for the ships that sail in alaska Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flatbush Flyer Posted August 31, 2015 #13 Share Posted August 31, 2015 (edited) Princess has two "little girls" which hold 672 passengers -- Ocean Princess and Pacific Princess. :) LuLu The Ocean Princess was sold to Oceania, and has gone through a total upgrade to become Sirena. OP should consider Oceania. The R ships carry less than 700 while the O ships have about 1200. Many young professionals, including those with children are choosing Oceania for the interesting itineraries, excellent food and lack of nickel/diming found on mass market lines. Edited August 31, 2015 by Flatbush Flyer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted August 31, 2015 #14 Share Posted August 31, 2015 There are many ships that are in this range. There is a terrific book that is written annually by Douglas Ward and published by Berlitz that I would recommend getting. It will give you information on most ships including size and passenger capacity and a narrative on what to expect. http://www.amazon.com/Berlitz-Cruising-Cruise-Ships-Guide/dp/1780048319/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1441002489&sr=8-1&keywords=Douglas+Ward+Cruising+2016 Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul929207 Posted August 31, 2015 #15 Share Posted August 31, 2015 The Ocean Princess was sold to Oceania, and has gone through a total upgrade to become Sirena. OP should consider Oceania. The R ships carry less than 700 while the O ships have about 1200. Many young professionals, including those with children are choosing Oceania for the interesting itineraries, excellent food and lack of nickel/diming found on mass market lines. The Ocean Princess has not left for Oceania yet. Her last cruise for Princess will be a 64 day circumnavigation of South America. It starts early January. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Krazy Kruizers Posted August 31, 2015 #16 Share Posted August 31, 2015 HAL's Prinsendam is a small ship -- 766 - 843 passengers. She primarily sails in Europe. She does do a 14 day Caribbean cruise over Christmas and New Years. The Maasdam -- 1266 -- 1613 -- Caribbean, Alaska. The Veendam -- also 1266 - 1613 passengers. Bermuda, Canada/New England, Panama Canal, Caribbean, Hawaii, Mexico. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Flatbush Flyer Posted August 31, 2015 #17 Share Posted August 31, 2015 (edited) The Ocean Princess has not left for Oceania yet. Her last cruise for Princess will be a 64 day circumnavigation of South America. It starts early January. My bad! I got the shiny Sirena brochure and hadn't yet looked carefully at the itineraries. Maiden voyage of Sirena will start April 27, 2016 - a 14-night cruise from Barcelona to Venice. Edited August 31, 2015 by Flatbush Flyer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare LHT28 Posted August 31, 2015 #18 Share Posted August 31, 2015 Oceania Regatta has some sailing with children's program on the Alaska route But generally they do not cater to children If your children are older & do not need to be entertained you may like Oceania American Queen a paddlewheel ship may also be of interest if you want to see some of the USA Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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