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TOP TEN CRUISE SHIPS IN THE WORLD!

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Gone are the times when people used to travel in small wooden boats to cruise around the world. Now-a-day, Cruise ships are the new trend that people usually opt for to travel around the world or spend some time in peace in the midst of an ocean. 
Today's cruise ships actually don't deserve to be called ships, rather, they are just like floating cities(small ones, though) that just sail around the world. People don't hesitate to spend large sum of money in order to a chance to be on a luxurious cruise liner and the 'Cruise Liner Companies' even try their best to satisfy their customers. 
Cruise ships come in all sizes and price tags and their are various ways to categorize them. Today, we have categorized these gigantic ships according to their 'Build Cost' (Yes, we at AwdTrend are Money Minded!). So, let's check out the list:

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10.) Liberty of the Seas
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Liberty of the Seas

The cruise ship, owned by 'Royal Caribbean International', can accommodate 3,635 passengers and   1,360  members. Commissioned in the 2007, she has been regarded as among the most expensive cruise liners in the world. This Cruise ship has 10+ dining options; lots of play area for kids and adults; 24*7 entertainment; Rest and Relaxation services among host of  other facilities to make your voyage comfortable and truly memorable. 

Built Cost: $ 800 Million   

9.) Freedom of the Seas 
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Freedom of the Seas

Often regarded as the sister ship of 'Liberty of the Seas', this giant cruise liner can accommodate 3,634 passengers and a dedicated crew of 1,360 to serve you. Owned by 'Royal Caribbean International', this giant liner was commissioned in the year 2006 and was regarded as the 'Most Expensive Cruise Liner' of its time. It proudly boasts of 10 pools and whirlpools; 100+ spa treatments; dozens of adventure sports(surf simulators, among others); dining and shopping arenas among hosts of other services to make your 'Voyage', a never ending memory. 

Built Cost: $ 800 Million    

8.) Independence of the Seas
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Independence of the Seas

Again a sister ship from 'Royal Caribbean International', this 'Voyager' can easily accommodate 4,370 passengers along with a crew of 1,360 to serve you. Commissioned in the year 2008, it has since been regarded among the 'Expensive Cruise Liners' in the world. This gigantic ships has 100+ spa treatments; 10 whirlpools and pools with movie screens; dozens of dinning and entertainment options among other facilities to make your 'Cruise Experience' even more enjoyable. 

Built Cost: $ 828 Million

7.) Norwegian Breakaway
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Norwegian Breakaway

This Gigantic, yet, Beautiful ship from 'Norwegian Cruise Line' can house 3,969 guests and a dedicated staff of 1,651 to look after the guests. Commissioned in 2013, this ship proudly boasts of a splendid design with artwork on the exterior surface. It proudly boasts of dozens of Fine dine restaurants; spas and pool areas; suites; shopping arenas; adventure sports among others to keep you engaged for the entire duration of your cruise.

Built Cost: $ 840 Million

6.) Queen Mary 2 
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Queen Mary 2

Owned and operated by 'Cunard', this cruise queen can easily accommodating 3,090 passengers along with a well skilled staff. Commissioned in the year 2004, this queen truly adheres to its name as the designers have laid a lot of focus on interior designing and ambience. This 'Liner' has 15 restaurants; 5 swimming pools; a casino; a ballroom along with first of it's kind 'Planetarium' in the sea. This 'Voyager' is surely going to make your cruise even more exciting and enjoyable. 

Built Cost: $ 880 Million

5.) Disney Dream
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Disney Dream

What do you get when 'Walt Disney' starts making ships? Its the Disney Dream, quite simple right!
Commissioned in 2007 by 'Disney Cruise Line', this giant ship is capable of carrying around 4,000 passengers and a crew of 1,458. Adoring a unique built design, this dream paradise offers some of the finest cruise services out there which include Rotational Dining; Night Club and Lounges; Disney character play areas for children; ample dining and entertainment options; along with state of the art staterooms. Perfect cruise to experience the Disney fun in the sea.

Built Cost: $ 900 Million


4.) Disney Fantasy
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Disney Fantasy

Commissioned in the year 2011 by 'Disney Cruise Line', this fantastic ocean ride can house 4,000 passengers along with a dedicated crew of 1,458. This 'Liner' is truly a place where all your Disney fantasies can come true. This cruise liner proudly boasts of state of the art staterooms; fine dine and re-creation; Disneyland type Entertainment; Animation restaurants; and dozens of aqua rides and other sports to keep your engaged. Perfect place to experience Disneyland in the ocean.

Built Cost: $ 940 Million 

3.) Norwegian Epic
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Norwegian Epic

True to its name, this epic cruise liner, owned by 'NCL' and commissioned in the year 2010, can easily accommodate 4,100 passengers along with a ship crew of 1,753. This epic masterpiece of engineering in the sea boasts about dozens of on-board services which include Dining; Entertainment; Studios for Solo Travelers; adventure sports; spas and pools among a host of other services. Plus, this 'Cruise Liner' even carries the tag of having 'The Hottest Nightlife in the Sea'. So, if you are a party animal, this cruise is just the perfect place to be on. 

Built Cost: $ 1.2 Billion 

2.) Oasis of the Seas
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Oasis of the Seas

Have you seen a small town in the ocean? If you haven't, look nowhere other than this giant cruise-liner, owned and operated by 'Royal Caribbean International. Commissioned in 2008, this giant oasis can easily accommodate 6,296 passengers along with a ship crew of 2,394 to serve the passengers. It boasts about state of the art Staterooms; 25 dining options; 7 distinct neighborhoods (perfect for a social animal); sports arenas for golf and other games; Hot Night life; shopping areas among host of other services adoring its 16-decked surface, making it a must try cruise.

Built Cost: $ 1.4 Billion   

1.) Allure of the Seas
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Allure of the Seas

Owned and Operated by 'Royal Caribbean International', its the 'World's Biggest and Most Expensive 'Cruise Liner'. Being just 2 meter longer than its sister, 'Oasis of the Seas', it can easily accommodate 6,296 passengers along with a dedicated staff of 2,384 to look after your every whim and fancy. This truly magnificent ship boasts of dozens of sports areas(Surf, Rock Climbing, Golf, etc); 25+ Dining options; royal suites; Spas and Pools; Amazing night life; 24*7 Entertainment among other services. Truly a must try cruise for the lover of ocean and the ones, looking for a break for their hectic schedule!

Built Cost: $ 1.5 Billion  


Sources: Wikipedia.org; NCL.com; Royalcaribbean.com; Disneycruise; cunard.com


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