Cruise Lines
Most multiple major cruise lines, such as Princess, Royal Caribbean and Carnival, offer transatlantic itineraries for their guests.
Time
The major cruise lines reposition their cruise ships between the Caribbean and the Mediterranean during the spring and fall, so these will be the best times of the year for taking a transatlantic cruise.
Size
Large luxury cruise liners and smaller, intimate ships make the trek across the Atlantic Ocean. The smaller ships have less amenities but many of them have sails, such as Star Clippers, which give adventure travelers the opportunity to help hoist the sails.
Ports of Call
Transatlantic cruises leave and depart from many ports on both sides of the Atlantic. Some of the more popular destinations include New York, England, Fort Lauderdale, Rome, Barcelona and Lisbon.
Length
The length of your cruise depends on the size of ship and the cruise line with which you choose to sail. You can plan a transatlantic voyage that lasts anywhere from six to 28 days.
Cost
As of October 2009, a transatlantic cruise can cost as little as $399 per person, double occupancy. Prices can exceed $12,000 per person on high-end luxury cruise lines.
