Our Readers' Favorite Intimate-ship Ocean Cruise Lines of 2023

"Delivering a "fun, active, and enlightening experience," I found Ecoventura's ship size to be the sweet spot: big enough to be comfortable without too much wave movement, small enough to maintain a strong guest-to-guide ratio, and just the right number of people to create a real sense of community on board." - Paul Brady Paul Brady Paul Brady is the news director at Travel + Leisure and the brand's expert on cruise travel. He has been covering the travel industry for more than 15 years for outlets including Condé Nast Traveler, Skift, and The Huffington Post. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines