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I Sailed on Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, Celebrity Cruises. Here’s How They Compare.

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January 28, 2023

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Ironically, I’m not shy about my disdain for cruises.

The Celebrity Apex floating on the ocean — The Celebrity Apex.

I don’t like feeling stuck and bored on a ship with nowhere to go.

Norwegian Cruise Line's Norwegian Prima

I’m definitely a picky cruise goer. But only one ship fielded less complaints than the others.

Central Park aboard Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas

From 2021 to 2022, I sailed on Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas, Norwegian’s Prima, Celebrity’s Apex, and Margaritaville at Sea’s Paradise.

A giant statue flip flop that says "Margaville at sea"

And the Wonder of the Seas mega cruise ship was by far my favorite vessel.

Royal Caribbean Wonder of the Seas cruise ship

Whenever I go on a cruise, I judge my experience based on my stateroom, the common spaces and activities, the food and beverage program, and the nighttime entertainment.

A person getting food at a buffet.

Here’s how all four ships compared to each other. And here’s why the Wonder of the Seas is the only one I’ll be recommending to traveling families.

Royal Caribbean Wonder of the Seas cruise ship

Let’s start with the staterooms. Despite my previous compliments, Royal Caribbean’s mega-ship didn’t have my favorite stateroom.

My balcony stateroom aboard Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas

Its 2,867 staterooms can accommodate up to 7,084 guests.

My balcony stateroom aboard Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas

However, my balcony stateroom left much to be desired.

My balcony stateroom aboard Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas

It had all the bare essentials and minimal decor. There wasn’t even a separate body wash and shampoo in the bathroom.

My balcony stateroom aboard Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas

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