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Published on 02/11/2025
Sailing off into the sunset, seeing the world with that special someone by your side, enjoying free-flowing champagne and delectable dining with no arguing over who’s doing the dishes… cruising is like date night, every night. If you’re traveling with us on Valentine’s Day, you’ll see we dial up the romance an extra notch, handing out roses to our guests and holding special events such as a Valentine’s afternoon tea. But we also like to share the love all year long, so with that in mind, here’s our pick of the most romantic cruises to book for 2026.
Los Angeles to Tahiti (Papeete)
Jan 11-Jan 29, 2026
This cruise begins with a sprinkling of stardust in the place where some of the world’s greatest love stories have been filmed. Leaving the glitz of Hollywood behind, we cast off for the ruggedly romantic shores of Hawaii and then sail on to the islands of the South Pacific, where plunging waterfalls, cerulean seas, and beaches of astonishing beauty will have you convinced you’ve found paradise.
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Mahe to Singapore
Feb 15-Mar 3, 2026
If your definition of romance is a jasmine-scented, palm-fringed, tropical island idyll, this cruise is for you. We visit not one but several of the most beautiful islands on the planet, stretching like a string of pearls through the Indian Ocean. We call at the Seychelles, the Maldives, Sri Lanka, India, Thailand, and Malaysia for heart-filling scenery and life-long memories.
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Bali to Hong Kong
Mar 17-Mar 28, 2026
Spiritual, soulful, and sensual, Bali lends itself perfectly to romance – little wonder it’s a wedding and honeymoon hotspot. This cruise is ideal for adventure lovers, as we set sail for encounters with the orangutans of Borneo, the UNESCO-listed Underground River of Puerto Princesa, and the technicolor underwater world of Boracay, plus the glittering cities of Manila and Hong Kong.
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Incheon (Seoul) to Tokyo
March 25-April 5, 2026
Japan’s springtime displays of cherry blossom are the subject of many a poem and painting, justly prized for their ethereal yet fleeting beauty. Pretty and poignant – what could be more romantic? See their splendor for yourself on this cruise around Japan and South Korea. Along the way you’ll discover centuries-old temples, steaming hot springs, rugged volcanoes, dynamic cities and incredible food.
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Civitavecchia (Rome) to Fusina (Venice)
Aug 30-Sep 8, 2026
Europe’s historic grandeur has been the backdrop for many an epic love story, and this voyage takes in some of its most beguiling spots. Admire the ancient wonders of Rome before we sail down Italy’s Amalfi coast, where pastel-colored houses cling to the cliffs above the sparkling sea. Greece, Montenegro and Croatia are equally enchanting, while Venice is just made for lovers, with its grand palazzos, winding canals, and soft, golden light.
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Montreal to New York City
Oct 16-Oct 26, 2026
With the east coast of North America looking resplendent in its dazzling fall colors, there’s no better time to embark on this cultural and foodie journey. We hop from the jazz bars and coffee shops of Montreal to the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Québec City, indulge in lobster rolls and seafaring history in Nova Scotia and Maine, before bookshops, beer, and chowder in Boston. The irrepressible energy of New York brings this memorable journey to a close.
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Fort Lauderdale to San Juan
Dec 3-Dec 13, 2026
All too often daily life gets in the way of romance, so this laid-back cruise around the Caribbean is the perfect antidote. Think slow walks along silken sands, rum punches at lively beach bars, plunging waterfalls, and sultry nights beneath the stars. Looping around the British Virgin Islands, St Barts, Guadeloupe, St Lucia, Martinique, St Kitts, and Puerto Rico, this journey will leave you relaxed and revived.
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