Vessels can be found in every imaginable size from private yacht charters, to small ships, masted ships, and  expedition-class ships, carrying as few as 40 or up to 750 passengers. Of course most are more familiar with the mid-size to mega-ships with anywhere from 800 to 5000 passengers. Let it be said, there is a ship out there that caters to any budget and cruise requirement. Ships alsorange from those with mainstream comforts to maximum and exclusive luxury. There are so many choices out there . Cruising always proves to be a great value, with food-drinks-transportation all included. Cruising also proves to be exceedingly convenient, with unpacking only once as you settle into your stateroom and no need to repack as you move on to the next new destination. Consider: you'll have all the comforts, perhaps a balcony to expand your space and enjoy the calming sight of the sea, fine or casual dining as you choose, a new port with new onshore experiences most every day to be as active or leisurely as you wish, multiple entertainment venues to enjoy each evening, spas, pools, and sports facilities for recreation...ocean cruising is as comprehensive a vacation as you can have all tied up with one nice ribbon!