Which cruise line is the best for college (Norwegian, Celebrity, Carnival, Royal Caribbean)?

Question

I am in college, and am looking for a cruise that won't have a lot of kids or old people (maybe other college aged people would be good?). I've read up that Royal Caribbean has 55+, Carnival has kids, but I'm not sure if this is true. What is your take on Norwegian, Celebrity, Carnival or Royal Caribbean?

Answer 1

I went on a Cruise with Celebrity and it was loaded with 55+ age group. Carnival is good they are considered the party boat. If you don't want a lot of kids on the cruise try going when school is in session.

Answer 2

Overall, your best bet probably Carnival during the summer or school holidays, a 3-day weekend cruise or a 7-day.  Carnival is more nightlife oriented than RCI, and generally more fun.

You get more retirees on longer cruises and mid-week cruises (because they don't have to worry about vacation time).

However, any cruise that's at a good time for college breaks will also be good families -- your spring and summer breaks are the same as the elementary schools.  That said, at least on Carnival and RCI they know how to keep the kids busy.

You can get some info on how to choose a cruise, based on what matters to you, here:

http://www.cruisesavvy.com/savvyguide/in...

You might also find the "Introduction to Cruises" helpful.  It explains stuff like how much things cost, how to avoid getting sea sick, etc.:

http://www.cruisesavvy.com/savvyguide/ch...