Our Partners
The brands behind
every journey.
Partners we plan with.
Our Partners page lists the thirty-six travel suppliers (and Growing!!) Somewhere Beyond Vacations plans and books with, split into cruise partners and land tour partners. From ocean and river cruise lines such as Carnival and Cunard to escorted tour operators like CIE Tours and Kensington Tours, each one is a company we know, train with, and trust to deliver the standard of travel we promise our travelers.
Because we work directly with these partners, our planning is always complimentary, and your booking comes with a dedicated Destination Engineer on your side, from the first quote to the flight home.
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Cruise Line Comparison Chart
Twenty-five ocean, river, and expedition cruise lines, classified by category, price range, and customer rating. Unlock the chart with your name and email.
25 cruise lines, compared side by side.
Categories are non-exclusive, so one line can land in Luxury and Expedition at once. Filter by category, price from $ to $$$$$, or customer rating, then compare ships and styles at a glance.
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Cruise line classification
Categories are non-exclusive. Pricing: $ = least expensive, $$$$$ = most expensive. Customer rating: approximate consensus out of 5.
| Cruise line | Luxury | Family Friendly | Adults Only | On-Board Activity Intensive* | Ocean | River | Expedition | Pricing | Customer Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
✓ = applies to this line | Pricing and customer rating are directional estimates based on typical published rates and review consensus, not live data.
*Includes but not limited to family friendly activities such as Waterslides, Splash Zones, Ropes courses, zip lines ten stories above the deck, go-kart tracks. Not all activirties available on all ships
Ocean & River
Cruise Partners
The ocean and river cruise lines we book with confidence, from classic transpacific liners to expedition ships and sleek adults-only voyages.
Ama Waterways
A river cruise line known for spacious staterooms and immersive journeys along Europe's great waterways.
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Azamara Cruises
A boutique cruise line known for destination-immersive voyages, longer stays in port, late-night departures, and elegant mid-size ships.
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Carnival Cruise Line
The world's largest cruise line, known for fun-filled ocean vacations with something for every generation.
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Celebrity Cruises
Award-winning premium cruise line to the Caribbean, Mediterranean, Alaska & more.
Celebrity River Cruises
Celebrity's new river cruise fleet, bringing modern luxury to Europe's most storied waterways.
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Cunard
The iconic ocean liner, celebrated for transatlantic crossings and classic voyages around the world.
Explora Journeys
The luxury all-suite, all-inclusive cruise brand of MSC Group, built for immersive, longer-stay journeys.
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Holland America Line
A premium cruise line celebrated for Alaska, elegant mid-size ships, and warm, destination-rich voyages.
Hurtigruten
The Norwegian pioneer of coastal voyages along Norway's dramatic coastline and of global expedition cruising.
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Mayflower Cruises & Tours
Escorted tours, domestic U.S. cruises, and river-cruise vacations across six continents.
MSC Cruises
A global cruise line with modern, family-friendly ships sailing the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, and beyond.
National Geographic-Lindblad
The pioneer of small-ship expedition cruising, sailing with National Geographic experts to Antarctica, the Galapagos, Alaska, and far-flung shores.
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Norwegian Cruise Line
Freestyle cruising with flexible dining and entertainment, from Alaska to the Caribbean and Europe.
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Oceania Cruises
A premium cruise line where culinary excellence meets destination-rich itineraries, sailing elegant mid-size ships to ports around the world.
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Paul Gauguin Cruises
A small-ship cruise line sailing year-round across French Polynesia, from Tahiti and Moorea to Bora Bora, aboard a ship designed for the islands' lagoons.
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Ponant Explorations
A French luxury expedition cruise line known for intimate, yacht-style ships and polar voyages, from Antarctica and the Arctic to the heart of the North Pole.
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Princess Cruises
A premium ocean cruise line known for Alaska, worldwide itineraries, and refined onboard hospitality.
Regent Seven Seas Cruises
An ultra-luxury, all-inclusive, all-suite cruise line where the fare covers nearly everything, from shore excursions to fine dining.
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Royal Caribbean International
A world-leading cruise line known for innovative ships and adventures for every generation.
Seabourn Cruise Line
An ultra-luxury, all-suite small-ship line known for personalized service and expedition voyages.
Silversea
An ultra-luxury, all-inclusive cruise line sailing small-to-intimate ships to destinations across all seven continents.
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Viking
A world-leading river cruise line with destination-focused ships, plus ocean and expedition voyages.
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Virgin Voyages
Adults-only cruising with a rock-and-roll spirit, acclaimed dining, and stylish modern ships.
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Windstar Cruises
A boutique small-ship cruise line known for sailing into small, charming ports and harbors that larger ships cannot reach.
ExploreTours, Stays & Protection
Land Tour Partners
The escorted tour operators, accommodation specialists, and travel protection partners behind our land journeys.
ALG Vacations
A leading seller of all-inclusive vacations, with exclusive nonstop flights to Mexico, the Caribbean, and beyond.
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Beds Online
A global accommodation booking platform that helps travel advisors reserve hotels and experiences worldwide.
Central Holidays
An award-winning tour operator creating affordable-luxury escorted tours to Italy and Europe for more than 50 years.
CIE Tours
A family-run specialist in fully guided, value-packed escorted vacations to Ireland and Britain since 1932.
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Kensington Tours
A luxury private-guided tour specialist crafting tailor-made journeys around the world.
Rail Bookers
A rail travel specialist building scenic train journeys and multi-route adventures across Europe and beyond.
Roam by Tauck
Tauck's newest small-group brand, pairing expert guides with insider access and ample free time for travelers in their 40s and 50s.
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Room-Res
A valued partner in the Somewhere Beyond network, helping travelers get the most from every trip.
We work with Room-Res to provide a customized land tour throughout the world!
Shore Excursions
A trusted partner in the Somewhere Beyond network, supporting journeys from booking to bon voyage.
Tauck
A family-owned tour operator since 1925, known for all-inclusive guided land journeys, European river cruises, and small-ship ocean cruises.
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Travel Insured
A travel insurance provider offering trip protection plans with 24/7 worldwide assistance.
Viator
Book tours, experiences, and activities in 200+ destinations worldwide.
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