[IUHoosiergirl88]

I've cruised twice on Holland America, both times leaving the day after Christmas. I honestly love them, definitely higher end (so more senior citizens...) but there were more kids and younger couples on the second than the first. We've eaten in all the specialty restaurants on there, and if you could manage to snag the private chef's dinner, do it. It's amazing. 14 courses wine paired...*died again*

I've had friends who have done Carnival and only do it for the party atmosphere, and friends who have done RCL and liked that. It really depends what atmosphere you're looking for.