Condé Nast Traveler's 2026 Readers' Choice Awards named the world's top cruise lines, spanning mega-resorts to boutique and expedition vessels. Winners include Princess Cruises (best megaship), Virgin Voyages, Viking (ocean and river), Regent Seven Seas, and andBeyond. Voters praised varied itineraries, onboard innovations like Princess's OceanMedallion, inclusive luxury on Regent, and intimate expedition yachts.