How to Plan a Great Family Cruise
How to Plan a Great Family Cruise
Romantic ocean breezes, a midnight walk on deck, dazzling dinners at the Captain’s table, and days full of planned activities which the kids will love. These days, cruises are not just for singles, honeymoon couples, or senior citizens. Most major cruise lines have discovered that families are a great market for spectacular and fun cruises, and developed special tour and cruise offerings that cater to family fun. If you are considering a cruise vacation for your family, here are some tips and suggestions that can make your travel experience a wonderful family memory.
1. Include the family in the planning.
A great way to ensure that your children will love the activities that you plan for them is to include their ideas in the planning process. By the time kids are old enough to have opinions; they will enjoy any trip more if they have a hand in the choosing. Gather information about various cruises and destinations that fit into your budget and encourage the children to offer some suggestions. It’s a great way to find out that your eight year old is a budding archaeologist with an affinity for the Nile, or your fourteen year old dreams of seeing the Northern Lights. Even if their only input is to suggest the cruise ship with the full theme park on Deck Three, you’ll know what’s important to them when booking your cruise.
2. Choose a kid-centered cruise.
Most cruise lines allow children. Some cruise lines even specialize in catering to families with children. When you’re cruising with a family in tow, it’s important to choose a cruise line that designs activities for children. While long, lazy days at sea with nothing to do may be your idea of heaven, your children probably need more stimulation. Besides the activities planned by the cruise line, your children will also have the benefit of the other kids onboard to share the experience with. Any experienced cruise traveler can tell you, half the fun is in the people that you meet on board the ship.
3. Consider how much togetherness you want.
The most attractive family cruise programs feature a well-rounded selection of activities geared to all members of the family. The activities offered are likely to include “family activities” for parents and kids together, as well as a variety of things for kids to do without parents in tow. In addition, there will be activities geared to all age groups, from toddlers to teens – with and without parents. That provides “couple time” for mom and dad, as well as time for each person in the family to pursue their own interests. Look for a family centered cruise that offers the degree of togetherness that’s right for your family, and a wide range of activities that everyone can enjoy.
4. Put safety up front.
When choosing a family cruise, ask hard questions about how the cruise line provides for the safety of your children. Are
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What % off do you get by being on the Princess Cruises “family and friends” list ?
Question by bo o: What % off do you get by being on the Princess Cruises “family and friends” list ?
How much of a discount (percentage) can you get off of your cruise price by being on the friends and family list for Princess Cruises ? My wife and i are being placed on our friends list in a few weeks but i would like to try to budget our costs now. Thanks for the help!
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There is no specific discount amount. Your travel agent can get you the exact price (if there is one) on the particular sailing. All sailings do not offer a discount. Sometimes you find a regional or senior or some other promotion is cheaper. Sometimes not. The cruise lines offers additional discounts based on how they think a ship is selling. If it is selling well, they may not offer a repeat passenger discount at all. If they do, it varies.
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Retired Military – Know any good Vacation deals?
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Hi – Anyone know of any good deals avail to retired military personnel? Have two teens who have never been on vacation and want to make it something special without breaking the bank. 
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What percent of their yearly income does the average American spend on travel / vacations?
Question by cat929: What percent of their yearly income does the average American spend on travel / vacations?
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Answer by celiason2000
I spend between 3-5% yearly.
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Can anyone tell me how to get great travel deals right on my desktop?
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