If you are interested in seeing the rivers of Europe with your children, then KD River cruises may provide you with an attractive offer. This cruise line commonly offers free passage to any child under the age of 14. The only general requirement is that at least one paying adult is accompanying the child on the voyage. These cruises travel some of the grandest rivers found in Central and Western Europe including the Rhine, Moselle, Danube and the Saar.
www.rivercruises.com
Royal Caribbean does not supply general discounts for children; however, if you have up to two children, they can stay in the same stateroom, occupied by the parents, at a discounted rate. This rate equals the third or fourth passenger rate specific to the cruise ship or itinerary you are considering. However, Royal Caribbean does offer what is termed the "Make-a-Wish" cruise. This is intended for children with grave, "life-threatening" illnesses. If your child submits a wish for a cruise to Royal Caribbean and is selected, that child and his entire family get to travel free of charge.
www.royalcaribbeanvoyages.com/
Some cruise lines consistently allow children under two years old -- considered infants by these cruse lines -- to travel free. These cruise lines include Norwegian, Cunard QE2 and Costa (for Caribbean cruises, only). Parents or adult guardians of these children are obligated to pay any port fees that may apply, however. Other child-specific services will incur additional charges -- such as babysitting services.
Norwegian: www2.ncl.com/
Cunard QE2: www.cunard.com/
Costa: www.costacruise.com/
Though children three and younger are not free on Disney cruise lines, the price is considerable less than those of an adult.
www.disneycruise.com
