Carnival Cruise Lines Carnival Magic

Like other Carnival ships, the Freedom is a big, bustling vessel that will appeal to a fun-loving crowd on a budget.

The Carnival Magic is the line's newest, most amenity-filled ship, and a lively vessel.

Families

The Norwegian Dawn is good for the whole family, reunions, or friends, but not for a formal environment.

The Freedom of the Seas received a bundle of upgrades in 2011, including a 3D movie theater, and a nursery.

Norwegian Epic is a huge ship that is great for families and does a particularly good job catering to the solo traveler.

The Allure of the Seas is, just by a few inches, the biggest ship sailing the seven seas (at least at the moment).

Prim and proper, the Carnival Magic isn't. Fun and memorable? You betcha. While the Magic's cabins may be relatively plain, and its cuisine is far from gourmet, this is a ship that's hard not to enjoy.

The Dawn is a good vessel on which to bring your whole family, have a reunion or just hang out with friends, as long as you're not looking for a formal environment.

Norwegian Epic is a big, lively ship that will appeal to a wide range of vacationers. Families, in particular, will appreciate the vessel’s large deck-top water slides, extensive children’s play areas and family-friendly shows.

The Allure of the Seas is a vessel that's all about options, from over 30 different categories of cabins to its more than two dozen eateries and bars. The idea is that you'll never be bored while at sea. Indeed, it's hard to imagine anyone running out of things to do.

Freedom of the Seas is one of the largest cruise ships on the planet and it's chock full of on-board activities, including an ice skating rink, rock climbing wall and the cruise industry's first FlowRider surfing pool.

While the Magic's cabins may be relatively plain, and its cuisine is far from gourmet, this is a ship that's hard not to enjoy.