Hawaii Cruise Lines

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The availability of Hawaii Cruise lines is getting better all the time. If you've never travelled by cruise before, click here: First Time Cruisers - What to Know, Before You Go

There are two basic types of Hawaii cruise vacations: One involves a round-trip voyage from California while the other is solely inter-island. You should decide whether you want to spend the extra days at sea, or spend extra time on land with a Honolulu round-trip. The latter sailings will involve higher airfare costs.

Most of the Hawaii cruise vacations last 10 to 12 days and have fares that start at around US$150 a day per person, based on double occupancy, through discounts and promotions can bring that price down to under US$100. Because cruises cover rooms, meals, entertainment and transportation in one price, they can be relatively good value.

Norwegian Hawaii Cruise Lines has a multi-island "freestyle" cruise (no set meal times, less formal clothing, more nightlife choices) on the Norwegian Star and Norwegian Wind.

Norwegian Star

• Passengers: 2,240
• Launched: 2001
• Gross Tonnage: 91,000
• Decks: 15

When the Norwegian Star debuted in 2001, it was touted as "the first ship custom-built for Freestyle Cruising." The Star offers 10 restaurants, 11 bars and lounges, a two-level spa and workout space, all day and night activities and entertainment. The Norwegian Star is based in Hawaii, year-round.

Norwegian Wind

• Passengers: 1748
• Launched: 1993
• Gross Tonnage: 48,000
• Decks: 10

The Norwegian Wind offers a wide array of activities, dining and entertainment that appeals to guests of all ages who want a casual and relaxing holiday. Active passengers find plenty to do, including a 24-hour fitness center and an ambitious shore excursion program that features snorkeling and diving, hiking, kayaking and biking.

Of course, while on Hawaii, do take advantage of a romantic sunset (That's me and my wife Nancy enjoying the view of the Waikiki shore from the Ali'i Kai Catamaran)

In general, prices are higher during the peak vacation seasons of summer and around the December holidays. No matter when you decide to go, it’s a good idea to book early (usually 120 or more days before departure).

Although some sites, especially online cruise sellers, have last-minute deals, these are much riskier than buying last-minute airfare because you may not get the cabin you want, the dinner seating you want, or the shore excursions you want.