STEPHEN SCOURFIELD Travel Editor

Cruising has developed into its own subject — an industry so big, diverse and developed that it is many mature segments.

That all sounds a big business-speak, doesn’t it?

But all it really means is that, for example . . .

+ Expedition cruising is its own competitive world, with ship design pushing forward into faster, ever more capable and comfortable ships. Expedition teams are looking for new places to visit and new twists to existing itineraries.

+ Big ships with lots of entertainment, and dining and bar options, are increasingly stepping up what they offer on board. There’s Cirque du Soleil at Sea on MSC Cruises and Cirque Eloize shows on Princess Cruises. Michelin-starred chefs like Nathan Outlaw and Daniel Boulud partner with cruise lines for exc

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