I know you might be thinking do people really book a Cruise around the World?   Yes they do!  Cruise Lines are seeing a record demand for World Cruises right now.  Oceania recently opened booking for it's 2023 World Cruise and it sold out in 24 hours!   Getting to see so many amazing places in one trip sounds a little overwhelming but perfect at that same time.   The price tag for these cruises can give you sticker shock but when you do the math they really are a good deal.   Just think of the cost to fly to most of these places and then add in food and a place to stay and real quick a World Cruise looks like a bargain.  
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  Some cruise lines will offer portions of the World Cruise for booking so you don't have to book the whole thing if you only want to do part of it.  If a World Cruise still sounds a bit too long there are also some wonderful longer cruises to consider as a stepping stone to working up to that World Cruise.   I did a 30 day cruise a few years ago and at first I was wondering if that would be too long but I quickly learned that the longer the better!   
 
  Cruise Lines are also getting more creative with itineraries to keep guests coming back year after year.  More overnight stops are also becoming more popular.  To give you an idea of what you can expect from some of the more unique itineraries check out these 4 World Cruises scheduled for 2023:

Cruise Line: Oceania Cruises
Ship: Insignia
Date: January 15, 2023
Length: 179 nights
Ports: 96
Cheapest Price: $41,599
Homeport: San Francisco
Oceania’s traditional 180-day world cruise is back in 2023. The trip, which sold out in just 24 hours, will visit 96 ports in 33 countries across four continents.
Overnight stays are planned in 20 destinations – including Cape Town and Yangon, where the Insignia is set to be docked for three entire days.

Cruise Line: Princess Cruises
Ship: Coral Princess
Date: June 4, 2023
Length: 107 nights
Ports: 44
Cheapest Price: $20,604
Homeport: Sydney
The Coral Princess will be the only ship to sail a world cruise from Australia in 2023. The vessel, operated by Princess Cruises, will depart Sydney on June 4, returning to the same port 107 days and 44 ports of call later. The classic itinerary includes visits to 26 countries on six continents, including 20 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Cruise Line: Regent Seven Seas
Ship: Seven Seas Mariner
Date: January 7, 2023
Length: 143 nights
Ports: 72
Cheapest Price: $81,119
Homeport: Miami to Barcelona 
Luxury brand Regent Seven Seas is offering the most expensive world cruise in 2023. With 143 nights, the journey goes from Miami to Barcelona, visiting 72 ports in-between. The itinerary has a focus on Asia and Africa, with several unusual ports of call, such as Lome (Togo), Takoradi (Ghana) and Mayotte (Comoros)


Cruise Line: Viking Cruises
Ship: Viking Neptune
Date: December 22, 2022
Length: 137 nights
Ports: 58
Cheapest Price: $49,995
Homeport: Fort Lauderdale to Greenwich
In 2023, Viking Cruises will offer a world cruise on its brand-new ship, the Viking Neptune. The vessel – currently under construction in Italy – is set to debut just a few weeks before the trip starts. During the 137-night cruise, guests will visit 58 ports around the globe, with a special focus on the Asia-Pacific region, where most of the calls take place.
Those are just a sample of the many options that are available.  If you want to learn more just let me know.

So are you ready to join me in a cruise around the world?

After the year the cruise lines have had it is nice to know that we will still get to see 12 new ships start sailing in 2021!   Below I have listed them in order of when they should be starting to sail but that is subject to change.   Feel free to sign along!

On the 1st ship of 2021 the cruise world brings to us - a Ship With No Kids!

1.  Viking Venus - scheduled to sail January 2021 she will be the 7th Ocean Ship for Viking with 2 more on the way in 2022.  All of the Viking ships are identical and offer only verandah rooms and are adult only.   Viking has one of the youngest Ocean fleet with the 1st ship debuting in 2015. Venus will sail the Mediterranean and Northern Europe.   All of the Viking Ocean ships do carry less than 1000 passengers putting them in the Small Ship category.  

On the 2nd ship of 2021 the cruise world brings to us - a 2 Story Red Frog Tiki bar and a Roller Coaster!

2. Carnival Mardi Gras - scheduled to sail April 2021 she will bring us the first roller coaster at sea.  Yes that is Santa taking a spin on it in the photo at the top.  Mardi Gras will be doing Caribbean sailings out of Port Canaveral and she is a mega ship carrying over 5,000 guests.

On the 3rd ship of 2021 the cruise world brings to us  - a 300 Hundred foot North Star, a 2 Story Lime and Coconut bar, and a Glow in the Dark Laser Tag!

3. Royal Caribbean Odyssey of the Seas - scheduled to sail April 2021 she will be the first in the Quantum Ultra Class to sail in the US and Europe.   Odyssey of the Seas will sail out of Rome and Fort Lauderdale offering Mediterranean and Caribbean sailings.   Holding up to 4,200 passengers she is another mega ship.

On the 4th ship of 2021 the cruise world brings to us - 16 Indoor bars, 5 Unique pools, 2 Cirque shows, and the Longest LED Dome at Sea!

4. MSC Virtuosa - scheduled to sail April 2021 she will be the second Meraviglia Plus class ship for MSC.  This will stay in Europe offering cruises in the Mediterranean, Northern Europe, and the Middle East.  Another mega class ship that can carry 4,800 passengers.

On the 5th ship of 2021 the cruise world brings to us - A LUXURY YACHT EXPERIENCE, 4 Dining rooms, Aft marina, Infinity pool, and All Rooms Are Suites.

5. Ritz Carlton Evrima - scheduled to sail April 2021 she will be the first the Ritz Carlton Yacht Collection. 
She will offer sailings in Mediterranean, Northern Europe, Canada/New England, and the Caribbean.   That does also mean there are opportunities to do Atlantic crossings on this amazing ship!   Evrima is an all suite, all balcony, all inclusive ship.   With only about 300 passengers onboard it is a luxurious small ship.  

On the 6th ship of 2021 the cruise world brings to us - 6 fine dining restaurants, 100 Suites, 2 Story solarium, Fold out marina, 2 Helicopters, and a Submarine!

6. Crystal Endeavor - scheduled to sail May 2021 she will be the first Expedition ship for Crystal.  Endeavor is a purpose built Polar Class yacht, all suite, with attentive butlers and an expedition team.   She will sail all over the world but she was built for Antarctica.   Just 200 guests onboard means it is a luxurious expedition on this small ship.

On the 7th ship of 2021 the cruise world brings to us - 8 Dining options, Rolling Stone Rock Room, Lincoln Stage Center, BB King's Blues Club, BBC Earth Concert, World Stage theater, and Club Orange!

7. Holland America's Rotterdam - scheduled to sail August 2021 she will be the 7th ship to bear the name Rotterdam.  Holland America recently sold the previous Rotterdam as part of the downsizing many lines did during this shutdown.  Rotterdam will be the new flagship of Holland America sailing the Caribbean, Panama Canal, Mediterranean, and Northern Europe.  Carrying just under 2,700 guests I consider her a Mid Size ship.

On the 8th ship of 2021 the cruise world brings to us - 20 bars and lounges, 5D Cinema, Largest interactive water park at sea, a LEGO themed kids club, Full size bowling alley,  World's first digital cruise assistant, MSC Yacht Club, and F1 Simulators.

8. MSC Seashore - scheduled to sail August 2021 she is the largest ship to be built in Italy and the 1st of MSC's EVO class ship.  This is one of the MSC ships that will sail in the Caribbean and Mediterranean.   With over 4,500 guests Seashore is a mega ship.

On the 9th ship of 2021 the cruise world brings to us - 8 Dining options, S.A.L.T. Lab, Cigar Lounge and Bar, Arts Cafe, Live jazz and blues, Zagara beauty spa, Observation library, Fitness center, and a Casino.

9. Silver Dawn - scheduled to sail September 2021 she is the 10th ultra luxury ship to join the Silversea fleet.  She will be sailing the Mediterranean and South America.   Did you know that Silversea was part of the Royal Caribbean family?   With just less than 600 guests onboard she is a small ship.

On the 10th ship of 2021 the cruise world brings to us - The Largest balconies at sea, Only jazz theater at sea, Princess's largest ever thermal suite, The Voice of the Ocean singing competition, Salty Dog Gastropub, Ultimate Balcony Dining, The Princess Luxury Bed, the Sanctuary, Sleep by Princess, and Chocolate Journeys!

10. Discovery Princess - scheduled to sail November 2021 she is the 3rd vessel designed from the ground up with Princess Medallion Class and also the final Royal-class ship.  Discovery Princess will sail the Caribbean, Mediterranean, California Coast, Mexican Riviera, and South America.  Carrying over 3,600 guests she is a Mega ship.

On the 11th ship of 2021 the cruise world brings to us - More than 20 Specialty eateries all included, At Sea Tattoo Parlor, Private karaoke rooms,  Onboard record shop, Immersive entertainment experiences, All fitness classes included, Gentleman's Barber shop, Boxing Ring, Rockstar Suites, No Buffets and No Kids!

11. Virgin Voyages Valiant Lady - recently rescheduled to sail starting November 2021 she will be the second ship for Virgin Voyages, neither of which have had paying guests sail onboard yet.  Valiant Lady will sail the Mediterranean and Caribbean.  Even though she does have 17 decks only up to 2,770 passengers makes her more of a mid-size ship.   

On the 12th ship of 2021 the cruise world brings to us - 24 Zodiacs, 2 Submarines, Double sea kayaks, Mountain bikes, E-bikes, Landing Zone, Expedition Lounge, Constellation Lounge, Near water level Bow Lounge, Guest Experts onboard, All Verandah Suites, and a Discovery Center!

12. Seabourn Venture - scheduled to sail December 2021 she will be the first Ultra-Luxury purpose built expedition ship for Seabourn.  Did you know Seabourn is part of the Carnival Corporation?  She will stick to mainly polar areas in South American and Northern Europe.   With only 132 suites that means just a max of 264 guests onboard this ultra luxury small ship.