A small-ship cruise has many advantages, including a greater level of intimacy that simply cannot be recreated on larger vessels. This projects a much greater sense of camaraderie between passengers and also between passengers and the ship’s crew. In all, it makes the vessel a much more relaxed place and gives it a great atmosphere.
A wider variety of port options is also a benefit of embarking on a small-ship cruise. You will often find the itineraries offer a diverse range of port options – from those visited regularly by ships of all sizes and those that can only be accessed by smaller vessels. It is for this very reason that many people tend to prefer small-ship options when exploring destinations such as Alaska or the Galapagos Islands.