Take a seaside vacation！Check out 9 must-board cruise ships in 2017

Unlike flying, which involves layovers and transfers, cruising offers a more leisurely departure. Travelers are increasingly embracing this way to explore the vastness of the sea while enjoying a wide range of luxurious onboard facilities. CNN has also compiled a list of 9 newly launched cruise ships in 2017. Are you ready for a seaside vacation?

1.Flying Clipper

Its sailboat-like exterior makes it quite unique. The ship features 150 suites that can accommodate 300 guests for leisure and fun, including multiple multifunctional cabins suitable for private events—even hosting a half-day lecture is no problem.

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2.National Geographic Quest

The highlights of the National Geographic Quest can be inferred from its name—it’s mainly designed to take travelers to enjoy natural scenery and wildlife. Notably, it also offers ocean kayaks for passengers to experience.

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3.MSC Meraviglia

The MSC Meraviglia is a large vessel capable of carrying 5,700 passengers for a holiday at sea. It also boasts an impressive variety of international cuisines.

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4.Silver Muse

Though it can only carry about 600 travelers, the onboard facilities are top-notch, including 8 restaurants and a jazz bar. Other amenities also include a spa, library, and more.

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5.Majestic Princess

The Majestic Princess can accommodate over 3,500 passengers, with a primary focus on Chinese tourists. Therefore, classic Cantonese cuisine is a must-try. Additionally, the ship features an authentic Parisian bistro.

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6.Norwegian Joy

Judging by its Eastern-style exterior, the Norwegian Joy’s main clientele is also Chinese travelers. It can carry 4,000 passengers departing from Chinese ports, featuring 30 restaurants and even opportunities to learn Tai Chi and yoga.

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7.Viking Sky

Viking Sky and Viking Sun are sister ships, and their onboard facilities, as their names suggest, are rich in Nordic style. They offer Finnish saunas and Scandinavian-style hot springs, with voyages taking place from the Baltic Sea to the Mediterranean.

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8.Viking Sun

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9.Seabourn Encore

The Seabourn Encore has a capacity of only 600 passengers, but all 300 of its cabins come with private balconies and stylish marble bathtubs. The original design concept was to create a yacht-style cruise ship, so the interiors resemble works of art and are extremely luxurious.