This policy outlines how Small Ship Travel collects, reviews, and publishes guest reviews and ratings on our website.
Reviews are submitted exclusively by verified guests who have traveled with us. After your voyage, you will receive a personal invitation link via email. This link is unique to you and expires after 30 days.
All submitted reviews are reviewed by the Small Ship Travel editorial team before publication. We review each submission to ensure it meets our community standards and provides helpful information for future travelers.
Editorial Standards
Reviews may be edited for grammar, spelling, punctuation, and clarity. We will never alter the substance, sentiment, or meaning of your review. If significant changes are needed, we may reach out to you directly.
Rating Guidelines
Ratings are based on a 5-star scale and reflect individual guest experiences. Overall and category ratings (Cruise Line, Ship, Itinerary, Value, and Hotels where applicable) are averaged across all published reviews for each entity. Individual ratings may not represent every sailing or every guest's experience.
Content Standards
Reviews must be honest, accurate, and based on your personal experience. We reserve the right to decline publication of reviews that contain: