Cruise Critic has announced the best cruise lines and ships in the 14th annual ‘Cruise Critic UK Editors’ Picks awards.
Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas’ won ‘Best New Ship’ in the Ocean category.
Emerald Azzura was named Best New Luxury Ship.
Viking Expedition’s two identical ships – Viking Polaris and Viking Octantis were jointly named ‘Best Expedition Ships’.
The awards recognise the best cruise lines of the year for UK cruisers across a range of themes; including Cabins, Dining, Entertainment, Family, Enrichment and Destination as picked by Cruise Critic’s international team of cruise experts.
Adam Coulter, the Executive Editor of Cruise Critic UK, said: “This is the first time since before the pandemic that we’re announcing our full list of Editors’ Picks Awards winners – which marks a huge milestone for the industry.”
Additional winners in the Ocean category include Virgin Voyages, receiving this year’s awards for Best Dining, Best for LGBTQ+ Travellers and Best Nightlife.
Silversea Cruises won the Best Luxury Cruise Line award for its luxury offerings and innovation, through new programmes like in-suite wellness options and the S.A.L.T excursion and dining programme.