Which cruise line is best if I enjoy a more traditional cruising experience, including assigned seating at dinner and large, formal dining rooms?
Holland America line is known as the most traditional or old-school of the major lines, with less diverse dining options, instead concentrating on large, more formal dining rooms. So if you are looking for a more traditional cruise experience, Holland America is the way to go. Of course, almost all the large cruise ships offer traditional-style dining (with assigned seating ) in one of their dining rooms, so if this type of cruising appeals to you, make sure to request a traditional dining plan when booking your cruise. Norwegian Cruise Line offers the least traditional and free-wheeling cruising experience.