8.7/1010 votesLoading...#1 - Stella Australis
Season 1 Episode 5 - Aired 12/7/2014
Stella Australis is part luxury liner and part expedition ship, whisking passengers to the most remote areas of South America for one-of-a-kind encounters. Join the adventure as she visits sub-polar forests, vast glaciers, and areas so remote you wouldn't believe they actually exist. Providing matchless experiences means overcoming challenges, from handling Cape Horn's notorious Drake Passage to changing the itinerary at nature's command. The captain and crew will need a steady hand, and a good dose of creativity, to ensure a successful voyage.
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8.4/1011 votesLoading...#2 - Symphony of the Seas
Season 3 Episode 5 - Aired 4/28/2019
A crew of 2,200 on the Symphony of the Seas tends to more than 5,500 passengers as they sail to ports in Spain, France and Italy.
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8.3/109 votesLoading...#3 - Azamara Journey
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 11/23/2014
When it comes to exploring the heart of Asia's most exotic locales, Azamara Journey is in a class of her own. She reaches destinations big cruise ships cannot, navigating through narrow, winding rivers to deliver her passengers to breathtaking worlds. Set sail on a 15-day cruise, highlighted by elephant-guided tours through tropical jungles and overnight stays in Bangkok, Ho Chi Minh City, and Hanoi. Then meet the dedicated crew as they handle shallow waters, fierce weather, and stubborn local pilots en route to an unforgettable journey.
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8.3/1012 votesLoading...#4 - Celebrity Solstice
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 11/30/2014
At 122,000 gross tons, Celebrity Solstice puts the "mighty" in Mighty Cruise Ships. She carries 1,255 crewmembers and close to 3,000 passengers during her summer journeys along Australia's northern coast, offering ten restaurants, over a dozen bars, a casino, and even a manicured grass lawn. Hop aboard on a luxurious 17-day journey Down Under and explore the country's marvels from Solstice's comfortable decks. Then see how her crew handles the tough challenges of these untamed shores and stays cool in hot waters.
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8.2/1012 votesLoading...#5 - Paul Gauguin
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 11/9/2014
In the series premiere, Paul Gauguin navigates delicate waters and offers five-star luxury while sailing the coral reefs, mountainous islands, and tropical playgrounds of French Polynesia.
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8.2/1012 votesLoading...#6 - Ocean Endeavour
Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 3/12/2017
With an ice-strengthened hull and a fleet of Zodiacs, Ocean Endeavour is the perfect vessel for adventure. A voyage on this ship is not just a cruise. It’s an expedition. In the hands of an experienced staff who are experts in Arctic ice, wildlife and natural history, each trip ashore promises a rugged but enriching experience. The ship’s modern amenities soothe the body and the soul, with a pool, sauna and hot tub, along with comforting meals awaiting guests as they step back aboard.
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8.1/109 votesLoading...#7 - Marco Polo
Season 1 Episode 6 - Aired 12/14/2014
As other cruise ships head for the Caribbean in late autumn, Marco Polo, the Grande Dame of the Baltic, keeps her cool up north, and that's just how her passengers like it. They've paid to see Old World cities such as Copenhagen, St. Petersburg and Helsinki without crowds of tourists, but traveling this time of year is a risky venture. And while this 50-year-old liner is built to plow through broken ice on arctic routes, a new captain, some unpredictable seas, and a brooding hurricane will make this a historic ride in more ways than one.
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8.0/1010 votesLoading...#8 - Viking Longship Gefjon
Season 3 Episode 2 - Aired 4/7/2019
Viking Long Ship Gefjon visits the great cities of the Danube, Main and Rhine Rivers but the crew must navigate through 67 locks, and face bridges only a few centimetres higher than the ship and river beds that narrow to tight channels.
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7.8/1011 votesLoading...#9 - Royal Clipper
Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 2/19/2017
Royal Clipper is the largest sailing cruise ship in the world, with five masts soaring 58 metres high, supporting 42 sails carrying the ship to a speed of 17 knots.
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Writer: Karen Pinker
7.8/1012 votesLoading...#10 - MSC Divina
Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 3/19/2017
MSC Divina is divine – all marble and mirrors, with dramatic lighting and Swarovski crystal staircases. Featuring the best of Italian design and American convenience, this ship cruises the Caribbean in a style more often associated with ships one-quarter its size. Carrying 4200 passengers from 70 different countries, a cruise on this ship offers the best of Europe on board, with stops at the top ports in the Caribbean.
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7.8/108 votesLoading...#11 - Viking Star
Season 3 Episode 4 - Aired 4/21/2019
The crew of the world's largest river-cruising company takes to the waters of the ocean-cruising industry, navigating narrow passages and rough seas around Spain, Normandy and Amsterdam.
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7.7/1011 votesLoading...#12 - Le Soléal
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 11/16/2014
She's a new ship voyaging to new destinations on waters that today's mega-cruise ships simply cannot navigate. Set sail aboard Le Soleal on a 14-day voyage through one of the largest archipelagos on the planet: Indonesia, home to diverse wildlife, rumbling volcanoes, and endless coastlines. Passengers pay thousands of dollars for one-of-a-kind encounters here. But reaching such spectacular locations means overcoming substantial obstacles, on sea and land, challenges that will push Le Soleal, and her crew, to their limits.
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7.5/1016 votesLoading...#13 - Carnival Vista
Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 2/12/2017
Carnival Vista is the new flagship for one of the world’s largest cruise lines; it carries more than 4,600 passengers and boasts 10 restaurants, nearly 2,000 staterooms, and a crew of 1,400 ready to tend to guests’ every need.
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7.4/1012 votesLoading...#14 - Viking Sea
Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 2/26/2017
Viking Sea is the second ocean-going vessel launched by the owners of Viking River Cruises. Reviews for the first cruise ship were stellar, but each ship – and each voyage – is a new test. No casinos, bumper cars or discos on this ship; just fine food, dramatic destinations and sublime Scandinavian décor that makes Viking Sea one of the most beautiful cruise ships in the world.
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7.3/109 votesLoading...#15 - Marina
Season 3 Episode 6 - Aired 5/5/2019
The crew of the Marina, Oceania Cruises' largest ship, makes a 12-day, five port voyage.
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7.2/106 votesLoading...#16 - Regal Princess
Season 3 Episode 3 - Aired 4/14/2019
The crew of the Regal Princess, Princess Cruises' largest ship, faces narrow channels, shifting waters, shallow harbours, and transport vehicles.
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7.1/1013 votesLoading...#17 - Europa 2
Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 3/5/2017
Life aboard Europa 2 is all about luxury. That means having plenty of room to relax. This ship offers more space per passenger than any other. There should never be cause to queue up. There is always a free chaise by the pool or a table available in the restaurant. And the crew caters to every request or whim. A special aerial tour in an exotic port? Done. A surprise beach barbeque to celebrate a family birthday? No problem. The credo on this vessel is simple: “Small ships make big things happen.”
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7.0/108 votesLoading...#18 - Koningsdam
Season 3 Episode 1 - Aired 3/31/2019
Koningsdam is Holland America's newest, largest and most technologically advanced ship; sailing the narrow Norwegian fjords on a mega-ship presents numerous challenges for the bridge team.
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#19 - Seven Seas Explorer
Season 4 Episode 1 - Aired 11/4/2020
Sailing from Chile and Peru to Ecuador and Costa Rica, the luxurious Seven Seas Explorer cruise ship is full of marble, granite and almost 500 chandeliers.
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#20 - AIDAnova
Season 4 Episode 2 - Aired 12/1/2020
The AIDAnova cruise ship boasts 23 bars, 17 restaurants and an amusement park. What keeps this state-of-the-art vessel running as it navigates the Atlantic Ocean?
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#21 - Diamond Princess
Season 4 Episode 3 - Aired 12/8/2020
The Diamond Princess is a British-registered cruise ship owned and operated by Princess Cruises. She began operation in March 2004, carrying nearly 2,700 passengers to some of Japan's most iconic cities, navigating unpredictable weather and tricky ports.
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#22 - Nieuw Statendam
Season 4 Episode 4 - Aired 12/15/2020
Pinnacle-class cruise ship MS Nieuw Statendam. At 300 metres long, it is the world's largest boutique cruise ship which debuted in December 2018 and is capable of carrying over 4,000 passengers.
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#23 - Costa Diadema
Season 4 Episode 5 - Aired 12/22/2020
Costa Diadema is a Dream-class cruise ship owned by Carnival Corporation and operated by Costa Crociere. The ship was ordered in October and delivered to Costa exactly four years later. It gives its 3,700 passengers the ultimate Mediterranean experience as Captain Giorgio Moretti uses his 37-year experience to guide this 306-metre-long vessel.
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#24 - Norwegian Joy
Season 4 Episode 6 - Aired 12/29/2020
The Norwegian Joy is tailor-made to sail through the daunting waters of Alaska. This €700,000,000 vessel aims to give its passengers an unforgettable experience.
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NaN/100 votesLoading...#25 - Roald Amundsen
Season 4 Episode 7 - Aired 1/5/2021
The Roald Amundsen sails where few ships will ever go. The vessel was built specifically to take passengers on an unforgettable voyage to Antarctica.
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The Best Episodes of Mighty Cruise Ships
Every episode of Mighty Cruise Ships ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Mighty Cruise Ships!
A spin-off of the hugely successful Mighty Ships series, Mighty Cruise Ships documents the most dynamic passenger vessels in the world en route to unbelievably...
Genre:Documentary
Network:Discovery
Best Episodes Summary
"Stella Australis" is the best rated episode of "Mighty Cruise Ships". It scored 8.7/10 based on 10 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 12/7/2014. This episode scored 0.3 points higher than the second highest rated, "Symphony of the Seas".