Best Cruises for Toddlers and Families
Finding the right cruise for all family members can be difficult. Thankfully, you no longer have to worry, as there are few cruise lines that cater to all members of a family and ensure families can bond and enjoy the best ever cruise experience.
Here are five best cruise lines that will make you and your kids jump with glee!
1. Disney Cruise Line
Disney Cruise Line is perfect for families. It is filled with family-oriented activities, and your kid will always find something fun and interesting to do during the cruise. Disney cruises are the ideal choice if you have a kid from three to 12. The Oceaneer Club offers character performances, arts and craft, storytelling, dress-up games, playgrounds and more.
Parents can enjoy dance parties and cabaret shows, or spend time in adult-only lounges, nightclubs, and bars. You can rest assured that your kid will be supervised throughout the cruise while you enjoy some me-time aboard the cruise. And, at the same time, there are many activities that parents and kids can enjoy together.
2. Royal Caribbean Cruise Line
Right from babies to teens, kids can spend time running riot during a family-friendly cruise aboard a Royal Caribbean ship. There are video arcades, rock climbing wall, zip lining, water park, ice skating rink, basketball court, mini-golf course, surf simulator and more to keep kids thoroughly entertained.
You can enjoy family dining, barbecues, movie nights, and activities with or without your kids. In fact, Royal Caribbean is the perfect cruise line for teenagers, as there is so much for them to do, including having fun in a teen-only nightclub while parents chill out with likeminded adults.
3. Norwegian Cruise Line
Norwegian offers complimentary activities for children aged three to 17. So, you can rest assured that your child will enjoy video games, sports, parties, movies, and circus school. There is even a dance club from teenagers that is open in the night.
Norwegian allows kids under the age of three to eat free while older kids can choose their favorite from the specially designed kids’ menus. Parents can take advantage of the group babysitting facility when the ship calls on a port. During the cruise, there are jazz music shows, comedy performances, Broadway shows and several other live shows that allow parents to let their hair down and enjoy the cruise, as well.
4. Carnival Cruise Line
This cruise line is a great way for a family to spend time together and still enjoy doing things that each person (or child) likes. The Seuss by Sea, the ship designed for family fun, has an IMAX theater, arcade, water slides, Dr Seuss story time, sports, mini-golf, swimming pool and more to keep kids busy during the entire cruise.
Parents can take advantage of babysitting services in the evening to enjoy the adult’s only area, where they can relax, enjoy bar services or just laze on hammocks and chairs talking to other adults.
5. MSC Cruise Line
From 2017, MSC has introduced LEGO-themed playrooms on select ships for kids. But that is not all; MSC cruises also offer video games, sports, dance competition and teen spa to ensure kids, and teens enjoy daily activities. There is a racing car simulator as well as mini bowling for the little ones to scream with delight.
MSC allows kids to sail free as long as two adults share the same stateroom. The cruise line also ensures all kids wear a security bracelet so that parents can trace them out while they are busy exploring the ship. There is baby care available for kids aged one to three and the meal times are flexible.
These are five of the best cruise lines for families to spend time together and enjoy activities together or individually. So, go ahead and book your family cruise today and let every member of your family have a memorable vacation.
