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A luxury sailboat from Abercrombie and Kent's fleet, one of our Top 10 Cruise Lines on Gayot

These days, cruise lines with massive vessels are losing ground to boutique fleets that promise — and deliver — smaller passenger lists, larger staterooms and personal service. Although relatively diminutive in size, they still make room for facilities such as full-service spas and gourmet restaurants, the latter often under the guidance of celebrity chefs. We're not discounting the big lines, but the majority of our favorite voyages tend to be on the intimate side of the scale. Now that you've read our Top 10 Cruise Lines list, read on to find more of the best in accommodations at sea.

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Ambercrombie & Kent
Masted sailing yachts, customized shore excursions and water sports platforms for water-skiing and snorkeling...Read the full review.

Windstar Cruises
Intimate surroundings, customized itineraries and the first boutique cruise ship on the Yangtze...Read the full review.


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(Updated: 09/27/11 CT)