Even grown-ups love Mickey Mouse, so it's not just kids who will enjoy a cruise on one of Disney's three grand ships. Offering cruises that navigate the Bahamas, the Mediterranean, Mexico, Alaska and Northern Europe, your family will experience the same Disney magic on-board as in their theme parks. In fact, their cruise line is a Disney theme park on water. Your family can choose from Disney shows, pools, character greetings, and there are at least 13 kids' clubs designed to engage children from infancy to teens.
Disney Cruise Vacations
P.O. Box 10238
Lake Buena Vista, FL 32830-0238
800-951-3532
disneycruise.disney.go.com
In 2011, Norwegian Cruise Lines will offer two Nickelodeon at Sea family cruises. The February cruise will see you at ports-of-call in Florida, the Bahamas and New York City. If your family wants to travel a bit father, in July Nickelodeon at Sea will cruise the Western Mediterranean where you can explore ancient Pompeii, certain Italian cities and even Barcelona, Spain. Water features, kids' clubs and teen clubs are designed to give both kids and parents relief, and your kids will have the opportunity to meet some of their favorite Nickelodeon stars. Beware: The likelihood of getting "slimed" is very high.
Norwegian Cruise Lines
7665 Corporate Center Drive
Miami, FL 33126
866-234-0292
2.ncl.com
The Royal Caribbean family of ships can take you and your family to more than 261 destinations. While at sea you can go rock climbing, catch a wave, or drive a hole in one. The Adventure Ocean youth program keeps your children aged 3 to 11 occupied with activities including crafts, games, sports and parties while you get some much-needed R & R. There is also a royal nursery for the wee ones. For family time, Royal Caribbean provides an array of family-oriented activities that are designed to bring you together.
Royal Caribbean
1050 Caribbean Way
Miami, FL 33132
866-562-7625
royalcaribbean.com
Tell your kids they have pizza and ice cream available 24/7, and you won't have any trouble getting them to board ship. While there are healthier meal options available, the food isn't the only accommodation Carnival makes to satisfy your family. Camp Carnival provides age-appropriate activities for children aged 2-11 so you can take in some "me" time at the Serenity adult-only area.
Carnival Cruise Line
3655 NW 87th Ave.
Miami, FL 33178
888-227-6482
carnival.com
Celebrity Cruise Lines offers families five tiers of age-appropriate escape during the following times: President's Week, Easter, Summer, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Families are still welcome throughout the year, but the children and youth programs are combined. Providing parents with peace of mind, Celebrity hires special "youth counselors" who have studied recreation, child development, education or other related fields.
Celebrity Cruises
1050 Caribbean Way
Miami, FL 33132
800-647-2251
celebritycruises.com
