Regal Princess

Pool Deck Attractions: The main pool is outfitted with fountains that, at night, perform cool water-and-light shows. It's also home to Movies Under the Stars.

Lotus Spa: The spa gets prime real estate in the center of the ship, and there are Couples Villas for side-by-side massages. The Enclave is equipped with a hydrotherapy pool, steam room, and sauna, as well as a pair of heated water beds that are downright heavenly. (A fee applies, even when you book treatments.)

Alfredo's: The pizzeria serves complimentary, hand-tossed, thin-crust pies that are the best you'll find at sea. Order the Pizza Regal Princess, topped with parma ham, buffalo mozzarella, cherry tomatoes, and shaved Parmesan.

The Piazza: The center of the ship is this atrium, an elegant, three-deck space with grand staircases, theatrical balconies, and water fountains. It's the ship's hub — a place to eat, drink, watch performers, see, and be seen.

Couples and Singles: The nightlife scene won't keep you dancing into the wee hours, but there's still plenty of entertainment.

Multigenerational Families: Kids are entertained in indoor and outdoor play areas, and teens even get their own pool. Youngsters who can pull themselves away from the video games will find they can play old-fashioned Skee-Ball.

Upgrading Your Dinners Adds Up: Dinner in the dining room isn't particularly memorable and, with the exception of Alfredo's, you'll need to pay for the best food on the ship. Highlights: Dinner at Italian trattoria Sabatini's ($25) and a la carte oysters at the seafood bar.