Top 5 Most Romantic Cruises for Couples
By: Patricia
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Ro·mance
n. 1.a. A love affair.
b. A spirit of or inclination for adventure, excitement, or mystery
You’re standing up on deck, arms around your sweetie while watching the sun set over the ocean horizon. Sounds romantic, right? A cruise can be one of the most romantic ways to travel for those looking to spend some quality time with their amour. We at CruiseNow.com say can be as you will want try and steer clear of larger cruise ships that cater to families and young children, or spring breakers looking to have a good time.
A romantic cruise encompasses a fantastic destination, a cruise line that will cater to your every whim and on board amenities that pamper and spoil you.
Try one of these cruises and one thing is for sure love birds, you will not be lacking in passionate inspiration!

Celebrity Cruises ‘Celebrity Infinity’ – 14 night Antarctic Cruise, round trip Buenos Aires, Argentina
They say that Buenos Aires is like a love that one can never forget. It is the love affair between European charm and South American culture that make this city so unique, the Paris of South America. Stroll down the cobbled streets, taste the Argentine cuisine, take a tango lesson and learn the art of seduction!
Sail away from this captivating city to exotic and exciting destinations in the Falkland Islands, Antarctica, Argentina, Uruguay and Chile. This itinerary gives you the opportunity to see some of the rarest ecosystems in the world; rich in wildlife, adventure and flora! This is for the explorer in you—adventure and romance go hand in hand, right?!
Falkland Islands - PhotoBy Dene' (Seattle) Miles
Such an exhilarating and striking itinerary and your vessel will live up to the expectations never fear. Celebrity is constantly voted as one of the top cruise lines due to their outstanding service, dining and accommodations. They even have a Personal Concierge available to you before your cruise to assist you with dinner reservations, purchase flowers and gifts for your dearest, or even set you up with rose petals strewn across your cabin and a bottle of champagne waiting for you upon your return from dinner! They work their magic to ensure your special occasion is truly unforgettable.
The Celebrity Infinity is part of Celebrity’s award-winning Millennium Class of ships. She is 91,000 tons and can occupy up to 2046 guests. Her décor is classic and sophisticated and she provides a wide range amenities and programs for you to take advantage of. The serene AquaSpa, a beautiful garden known as the Conservatory, specialty restaurants and lounges give you the chance to do as much or as little as you’d like.
At the end of the day, spend some quality time with your partner in your attractive stateroom. Their standard staterooms provide a perfect getaway, however if you’re looking to really go the extra mile for romance, Celebrity’s suites will live up to the part. Along with the suites come butler service, priority embarkation and debarkation, Egyptian cotton bath towels, plush Frette robes, upgraded toiletries and more. All to provide you with a one of a kind experience. And that it is!
When you think of a love affair, passion, romance and a country associated with those terms, France would come to mind more times than not. Stroll along the streets of Paris, the city of love, and soak up all of the culture, architecture and art in the Louvre, Notre Dame and Eiffel Tower.
With this convenient 12 night cruise from London, Oceania gives you the opportunity to port in not only Paris but five other enchanting French cities along with visits to Belgium, Amsterdam and Spain! This is a truly amazing opportunity to see some of the most desirable cities in the world.
Belgium - Photo By suvodeb
The Oceania-Class Marina debuts in 2011, and continues with Oceania’s tradition of mid-size excellence. She is 66,000 tons and will carry 1,250 passengers. With a staff ratio of 1.5 to 1, you know you will receive extraordinary service and attention. There is a relaxed and comfortable atmosphere onboard that really makes you feel welcome.
She provides a great selection of onboard enrichment opportunities such as Artist Loft where you can learn how to paint with watercolors or pick up needlepoint! Discover a legendary spa experience in the celebrated Canyon Ranch Spa-- the acknowledged world leader in healthy living expertise, and a haven of luxury, comfort and warmth for 30 years.
During your excursions in port, you will indulge in some of the best cuisine in the world. And luckily, that will not stop once you hop back onboard the Marina. The décor is stunning and unutterably romantic with dark woods, formally dressed staff and beautifully set tables. She rewards guests with Oceania’s signature “finest cuisine at sea” in six restaurants, including two new gourmet venues — Jacques and Red Ginger.
Her staterooms onboard are really quite magnificent and will definitely help you with that love spark! With her Tranquility BedsSM, thick Cotton Robes and Slippers, French-Milled Toiletries and oversized marble and granite-clad bathroom you will feel like royalty. It will be hard to leave your stateroom refuge, trust me!
Now if you just cannot decide on sailing, chartering a yacht or going for that cruise ship, what do you do? You sail with Windstar Cruises, that’s what. Porthole Cruise Magazine has even awarded Windstar the “Most Romantic Cruise Line” award for the sixth time in a row by readers in the 12th Annual “Best of Cruising” Reader’s Choice Awards for 2010!
The Wind Surf is a five-masted sailing yacht, the largest in the world and can accommodate up to 312 guests. A great intimate size which gives you privacy, but yet a large enough space to enjoy both your honey and the Mediterranean views.
All of the spacious and elegant staterooms boast ocean views, luxurious linens and Bose SoundDock systems so you can listen to your Ultimate Romance playlist on your iPod! Upgrade to a suite and receive an extra sitting area with his-and-her bathrooms, spa robes and spa credits for services and fitness classes in the WindSpa!
One of the greatest features of Windstar is that you are really free and open to enjoy what you like with whom you like. There is not the rigidity and formality of some other luxury lines. Take in the five-star dining, live music and cocktails in the Compass Rose or try your hand in the casino. But just do whatever suits your fancy, what a nice vacation!
And the best part of the Wind Surf? She sails to the Mediterranean! The 7 day itinerary will depart from Rome, Italy or Barcelona, Spain. On either itinerary, you will sail to some of the world’s most idyllic ports like St. Tropez, Monte Carlo, Corsica and Sardinia!
The Mediterranean provides you with more activities, sounds, sights and culture than almost anywhere on Earth. Food to die for, art and architecture to explore, parks to relax in, oh my!
It’s easy to kindle a little romantic fire while skipping in the surf of one of Tahiti’s pristine beaches or exploring the exotic and legendary beauty of Bora Bora. And hello, Princess is ‘The Love Boat’ people so you can’t get much more romantically inclined then that!
This 10 night itinerary includes 7 ports of call with visits to Bora Bora, Moorea, and Raiatea in French Polynesia. You will have a litany of ocean adventures to choose from. Like snorkeling, kayaking, scuba diving? Check. Like bronzing your beautiful self on some of the most exotic beaches in the world? Check. Want to immerse yourself in the spirit of the Polynesian culture? Check. Head back each evening, exhausted with memories, to a beautiful ship and staff ready to whisk you away to pamper-ville? CHECK!
At the end of your Polynesian escapades, the Royal Princess is a royal way to travel indeed. She provides all of the advantages of large ship cruising in a small ship package. She is 30,200 gross tons and can accommodate just over 710 passengers making your experience onboard an personal one.
Three-quarters of her 355 staterooms offer the extraordinary vantage of your own balcony. All of her staterooms are large and comfortable with impressive amenities. Where she really shines is in her suites. They are some of the largest at sea and feature upgraded bedding, bathroom amenities and additional complimentary services.
Along with two specialty dining experiences, the Italian inspired Sabatini’s and Sterling Steakhouse; Princess offers Ultimate Balcony DiningSM which is really fantastic. Enjoy an intimate, romantic dinner with breathtaking views and a special meal served by your own dedicated waitstaff on your stateroom balcony!
Onboard you’ll also find the tranquil Lotus Spa ® where you can rejuvenate from your Tahitian activities with a variety of massages and treatments, a theater to enjoy the nightly musical productions and an abundance of bars and lounges for an entertaining evening at sea.
With the Small Ships of Princess, you do not have to sacrifice intimacy for onboard programs which combined with the beauty of the Pacific Islands makes for a truly romantic and once in a lifetime vacation.
Photo By Chris&Steve
Nothing screams passion and romance quite like a Hawaiian vacation. The sandy beaches, turquoise water and perpetual sunshine put people in the mood for love. Soar by helicopter over the Kilauea Volcano, hang ten and learn how to ride a few waves with a surf lesson, get adventurous and hike up a lush waterfall or get in some of the world’s best snorkeling with pristine reefs and abundant sea life.
And if you’re looking for a way to see the Hawaiian Islands, Crystal Cruises is the cruise line to take you there in unrivaled style. Their unspoken desire is to make your every wish come true and anticipate your every need.
The luxurious 50,000-ton, 922-guest Crystal Symphony is one of the most spacious cruise ships at sea, joining Crystal Serenity in the top two spots among Condé Nast Traveler’s best ships in the world. The Symphony’s Hawaiian itinerary will depart from Los Angeles and set sail to the Big Island of Hawaii, Kauai, Oahu and Maui with a stop in Ensenada, Mexico before you head back to Los Angeles.
The spacious staterooms and suites aboard– most with private verandah – are designed to be an indulgent home-away-from-home as you explore the world. Enjoy the finest luxuries in your stateroom from Egyptian cotton bath towels, plush Frette robes, personal slippers and lavish bath amenities. Indulge with complimentary in-room dining or a quiet breakfast each morning on your verandah. All can be requested through your stateroom stewardess or Penthouse butler. Penthouses on board the Symphony also include Jacuzzi tub and separate shower and complimentary wine, beer, choice of spirits and a host of additional amenities.
Pergo, just one of the ship’s extraordinary restaurants, brings you the flavors of Italy with a seasonally changing menu in a charming atmosphere. Experience a one-of-a-kind spa treatment in the Crystal Spa and Salon, the only Feng Shui-inspired spa at sea.
When you aren’t lounging in your stateroom or dining by candlelight, a variety of onboard amenities are available in the Symphony’s grand lounges, fitness facility, Crystal Casino along with wonderful enrichment programs and nightly entertainment.
Aloha Au Ia 'Oe ~ I Love You
Bon Voyage from CruiseNow.com you lovely romantics you! |
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