OCEAN VOYAGES- An ocean voyage is a one way passage from one point to another over a major body of water. Some voyages have intermediate ports of call while others do not. A trans-Atlantic or trans-Pacific crossing are the most common ocean voyages. The ships most used for ocean voyages are cruise ships, yacht-style ships, masted sailing ships, and freighters.

STANDARD CRUISES- An open water cruise may be one-way or round-trip with several ports of call. These cruises are traditionally vessel-oriented trips in which the ship and all the amenities it provides are the main focus of the voyage. The ship is selected based on accomodations, recreation, entertainment and service. The ships most used for open water cruises are cruise ships, yacht-style ships, masted sailing ships, freighters, ferries and private yachts.

RIVER/CANAL CRUISES-River and canal cruises are closely linked to the culture and heritage of the country being toured. Along the journey, the waterway's villages, town and cities offers particular appeal to scenery buffs and those who enjoy ever-changing landscape. Travelers choosing River and canal cruises are interested in and attracted to the destinations as well as the cruising experience. The ships most used for river and canal cruises are yacht-style ships, river ships, barges and private yachts.

DESTINATION/EXPEDITION CRUISES- Destination and expedition cruises are selected, just as river cruises, based on the destination to be visited. Travelers are attracted by the unique, out-of-the-way, remote or exotic ports of call. These cruises offer the stimulation of exploring new territories while in the company of like-minded travelers. The ships most used for destination and expedition cruises are yacht-style ships, river ships, and private yachts.

DAY CRUISES- Day cruises are typically a cruise experience of 15 hours or less. Passengers choose this method of cruising as a day's outing or combined with a longer vacation. These cruises may be geared to gambling, whale watching, dinner, etc. The ships most used for day cruises are cruise ships, steamboats, ferries, river ships, and private yachts.