READERS' TRAVEL AWARDS 2003

P&O Cruises flies the flag for large ships: it floated to the top with the highest scores for itinerary/ variety of destinations (93.33) and facilities/activities (92.38). Cunard Line is best for ambience/decor (94.44) and food/restaurants (94), while Radisson Seven Seas gets top-billing for standard/comfort of cabins (90).

For small ships, you gave Silversea Cruises top marks in an impressive four out of 10 criteria, including ambience/decor and standard/comfort of cabins (96.71; 97.76), while Windstar Cruises sailed into second place with 93.33 for facilities/activities and Seabourn Cruise Line won you over for service/staff (97.50).