5 Best Cruise Lines in the US

2. Norwegian Cruise Line

IM Score: 17

Cruise Critic Rating (41,834 reviews): 3.6

Cruise line Rating: 4

Norwegian Cruise Line has large sized cruises, the largest of which carry more than 4,000 passengers. Although it is more expensive than Carnival, NCL offers passengers optional all-inclusive packages that can help bring the costs down significantly. In return, the cruises provide some of the best entertainment in the world. Broadway quality theater and musical productions allow for an unrivaled family experience. The cruises are equipped with water-slides and extensive Go-karting tracks. The Norwegian Prima features a 10 story free fall dry slide, a 3 level Go-Kart track, a virtual gaming complex. Such revolutionary entertainment activities allow for an exhilarating experience of the high seas. Moreover, the cruise line owns a private island in the Bahamas by the name of Great Stirrup Cay, which is exclusive to guests aboard NCL’s cruises. Due to its one of a kind experience, we rank it as the second best cruise line in the US.