About Baltic Sea Cruises
Once sailed by explorers of the Viking Age, the Baltic is home to a myriad of cultures, languages and storied pasts. The northernmost region of Europe encompasses the Scandinavian countries such as Sweden, Denmark, Norway and Finland. Most Baltic cruises overnight in glorious St. Petersburg, Russia; stops in historic Tallinn, Estonia, and Warenmude, Germany - gateway to Berlin - are also possible. The breathtaking Norwegian fjords represent a world all in its own.
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Day 1: Copenhagen
Day 2: Oslo
Day 4: Berlin
Day 6: Tallinn
Day 7: St. Petersburg
Day 9: Helsinki
Day 10: Stockholm
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Day 1Copenhagen
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Day 2Oslo
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 4Berlin
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Day 5Cruising
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Day 6Tallinn
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Day 7St. Petersburg
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Day 8St. Petersburg
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Day 9Helsinki
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Day 10Stockholm
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Day 11Cruising
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Day 12Copenhagen
Ship DetailsSky Princess - Princess Cruises
Pros
First-rate dining, jazz club and high-energy theater entertainment
Cons
Standard rooms run small; OceanMedallion technology is buggy
Bottom Line
A lovely modern cruise ship with excellent dining and evening entertainment
ReviewsSky Princess Reviews
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Day 1Copenhagen
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Day 2Rostock (Warnemunde)
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 4Tallinn
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Day 5St. Petersburg
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Day 6St. Petersburg
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Day 7Helsinki
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Day 8Nynashamn
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Day 9Cruising
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Day 10Copenhagen
Ship DetailsNorwegian Escape - Norwegian Cruise Line
Pros
Exceptional dining, entertainment, bar and club options abound
Cons
A la carte fees and cover charges add up quickly
Bottom Line
There's something for everyone on Escape, but you might pay extra for it
ReviewsNorwegian Escape Reviews
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Day 1: Southampton
Day 3: Copenhagen
Day 6: Stockholm
Day 7: Helsinki
Day 8: St. Petersburg
Day 11: Berlin
Day 12: Aarhus
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Ship DetailsCelebrity Silhouette - Celebrity Cruises
Pros
Outstanding service, top-notch cuisine and well-thought out design
Cons
Specialty dining charges can run high
Bottom Line
Sets standards for an upscale big ship experience for service, ambience, dining and decors
ReviewsCelebrity Silhouette Reviews
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Day 1: Amsterdam
Day 3: Skagen
Day 5: Tallinn
Day 6: St. Petersburg
Day 8: Helsinki
Day 9: Stockholm
Day 11: Copenhagen
12 NightCruise to the Baltic SeaLeaving:AmsterdamVisiting:Cruise Line:Royal Caribbean InternationalHide Cruise InfoItinerary
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Ship DetailsJewel of the Seas - Royal Caribbean International
Pros
Few gimmicks, great service, rarely raucous
Cons
Costly extras, unimaginative entertainment
Bottom line
Uncomplicated classic cruising with all the traditional trimmings
ReviewsJewel of the Seas Reviews
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Day 1: Amsterdam
Day 3: Copenhagen
Day 4: Rostock
Day 6: Tallinn
Day 7: St. Petersburg
Day 9: Helsinki
Day 10: Stockholm
Day 12: Kiel
Day 13: Aarhus
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Ship DetailsNieuw Statendam - Holland America Line
Pros
A ship for music-lovers, with venues representing rock, pop, jazz, classical and the blues
Cons
Free dining is strong, but some higher-cover specialty restaurants aren't worth the extra money
Bottom Line
Perfect for the modern cruiser who is interested in exploration, music and culinary arts
ReviewsNieuw Statendam Reviews
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7 NightCruise to the Baltic SeaLeaving:StockholmVisiting:Cruise Line:Royal Caribbean InternationalHide Cruise InfoItinerary
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Day 1Stockholm
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3St. Petersburg
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Day 4St. Petersburg
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Day 5Helsinki
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Day 6Tallinn
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Day 7Visby
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Day 8Stockholm
Ship DetailsJewel of the Seas - Royal Caribbean International
Pros
Few gimmicks, great service, rarely raucous
Cons
Costly extras, unimaginative entertainment
Bottom line
Uncomplicated classic cruising with all the traditional trimmings
ReviewsJewel of the Seas Reviews
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Day 1: New York
Day 8: Southampton
Day 10: Hamburg
Day 12: Alesund
Day 13: Olden
Day 14: Flam
Day 15: Bergen
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Day 1New York (Manhattan)
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 4Cruising
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Day 5Cruising
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Day 6Cruising
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Day 7Cruising
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Day 8Southampton
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Day 9Cruising
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Day 10Hamburg
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Day 11Cruising
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Day 12Alesund
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Day 13Olden
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Day 13Innvikfjorden
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Day 13Nordfjord
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Day 14Flam
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Day 14Aurlandsfjord
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Day 15Bergen
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Day 16Cruising
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Day 17Hamburg
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Day 18Cruising
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Day 19Southampton
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Day 20Cruising
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Day 21Cruising
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Day 26New York (Manhattan)
Ship DetailsQueen Mary 2 (QM2) - Cunard Line
Pros
Phenomenal enrichment, excellent specialty dining and only kennels at sea
Cons
Poor food quality in dining room, abysmally slow internet and mediocre nighttime entertainment
Bottom Line
QM2 retains its unique sense of occasion, melding tradition with fresh touches
ReviewsQueen Mary 2 (QM2) Reviews
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Day 1Amsterdam
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Day 2Cruising
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Day 3Cruising
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Day 3Oslo
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Day 4Kristiansund
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Day 5Cruising
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Day 5Eidfjord
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Day 6Cruising
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Day 6Flam
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Day 7Cruising
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Day 8Amsterdam
Ship DetailsReviewsRyndam (2021) Reviews
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Day 1: Amsterdam
Day 3: Skagen
Day 5: Tallinn
Day 6: St. Petersburg
Day 8: Helsinki
Day 9: Stockholm
Day 11: Copenhagen
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Ship DetailsBrilliance of the Seas - Royal Caribbean International
Pros
Good dining for line's pricing, particularly at Windjammer and specialty restaurants
Cons
Air quality is smoky throughout ship despite smoking restrictions
Bottom Line
This comfortable, midsize ship is a good choice for theme cruises or short itineraries
ReviewsBrilliance of the Seas Reviews
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Ship DetailsIsland Princess - Princess Cruises
Pros
Comfortable, mid-sized ship; peaceful adults-only sun deck; good variety of food.
Cons
Ship generally feels cramped; bathrooms and standard balconies are also small.
Bottom Line
Ideal for those looking for a traditional cruise ship experience with no surprises.
ReviewsIsland Princess Reviews
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