Determine the type of cruise you'd like to take, and where you'd like to visit. Are you looking for a quiet, luxurious ship going to the Mediterranean or more of a family-friendly vacation experience sailing somewhere like Florida or the Bahamas? Each cruise line has a different feel, and ships catering to children, like Disney Cruise Lines, are more likely to have kids cruise free promotions.
Research different cruise lines and create a list of your top choices. Most cruise lines offer some sort of activities or day camps for children; Costa Cruises, for example, offers the Costa Kids Program with sports, games, shows, arts and crafts and evening entertainment for kids ages three through 17.
Check the specials or promotions sections of the cruise line websites on your list. MSC Cruises, for example, allows children under 18 to cruise free year-round if they are staying with two paying adults. Disney Cruise Lines offer kids sail free promotions throughout the year; these offers last for a limited time and apply to select departures, so check back often to see the destinations that allow children to travel for free.
Sign up for e-newsletters and promotional mailings from cruise lines in order to find out first about special deals. Check to see if the cruise line has a Facebook or Twitter page; kids cruise free promotions are posted on social media platforms to draw interest from cruisers.
Check travel websites like Expedia for cruise deals, including kids cruise free promotions. Cruises booked through Expedia have no booking fees, change or cancel fees. Travel agents also are valuable resources when looking for cruise discounts. Call travel agents in your area and ask for advice as to when these types of promotions will be offered for specific lines.
