Holland America offers seven day Alaskan cruises departing from Seattle, Washington. The different routes allow you to choose a theme that fits your children's interests. Choose the Glacier Bay Explorer cruise if your children love animals. You will see puffins, whales and can opt for a dog sledding shore excursion. The cruise ship gets close enough to the Glacier Bay glaciers to see them calf (break off) into the ocean. The ship has youth programs for ages 3 to 17. Children can participate in the award-winning National Park Service Jr. Ranger Program, have ice cream sundae parties, play ping pong or video games and have dance or karaoke parties.
Holland America Line
300 Elliott Avenue West
Seattle, WA 98119
877-932-4259
hollandamerica.com
Choose Disney's 7 night Alaskan Cruise on the Disney Wonder ship if you have children grade school aged or under. The cruise starts and ends in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Highlights include onboard Walt Disney Theater, whale watching in Juneau Alaska, cruising through a glacier lined fjord and seeing the collection of 1800s totem poles at the Ketchikan Totem Heritage Center. Kids can share a hug and snap a photo with beloved Disney characters, play video games at Ocean Quest and learn and explore at the Oceaneer Lab. This cruise offer many opportunities for you and your spouse to have a relaxing romantic date knowing that your children are cared for by world famous Disney child care services.
Disney Cruise Vacations
Guest Communications
P.O. Box 10238
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830
800-951-3532
disneycruise.disney.go.com
Norwegian Cruise Lines is an excellent choice for families with teenagers and younger children. Both the programs and the ship design cater to family needs. Free Kids Crew (2-12 years old) and Teen Crew (13 to 17 years old) club programs, onboard child-minding (nominal fee), Nintendo Wii, organized sports, giant chess, arts and crafts, kids only pool and PlayStation arcade are among the offerings. The Norwegian Pearl has connecting state rooms for larger families and even a rock climbing wall and a bowling alley. The seven night Natural Wonders Alaska cruise focuses on experiencing the animals and natural environment of Alaska---sure to be a hit with your animal and outdoor loving children and teens. Unlimited beverages packages for children, teens and adults are available for just a few dollars a day.
NCL Corporation Ltd.
7665 Corporate Center Drive
Miami, Florida 33126
866-625-1166
ncl.com
