When sailing in rough waters, you will experience less motion on a big ship compared to a small one. Large cruise ships can handle bigger waves, giving you a more stable cruising experience.

consider booking a small ship cruise. These luxury mega-yachts, expedition-style vessels and sailing ships can visit tucked-away harbors, exotic locales and pristine beaches that larger ships can ...

small and upscale. Perfect for travelers with some money to spend on a quiet floating vacation. Oceania's new ship — the first in its Allura class and the eighth in its fleet — began sailing ...

Small-ship itineraries more often focus on single countries or regions, and can be themed on subjects such as wellness, wine or wildlife. And where large ships often sail the same set routes ...