When thinking about a
family holiday, a cruise may not be the first type of holiday that
springs to mind. As with all types of holidays there are pros and
cons to a cruise holiday, but with cruise companies catering for
families with a wide range of child-friendly facilities and
entertainment a cruise holiday can be a great family holiday.
The benefits of a cruise
holiday are vast.
A cruising holiday can
be fantastic value for money with amenities on board such as meals
and entertainment included in the price.
If the thought of being
stuck on a ship puts you off a cruise holiday, it is worth checking
out all the facilities that they have to offer. Along with
entertainment and activities, cruise ships cater for almost every
need imaginable - there is wi-fi, mobile service and satellite TV if
you want to keep in touch with the real world and facilities and
amenities such as medical centers, laundry facilities, shops,
multiple restaurants, gyms, spas, swimming pool, cinemas, and
theaters. The entertainment, activities and family friendly
facilities provide fun and enjoyment - plus the spa facilities can be
heaven to relax in for tired parents - so that families can enjoy
themselves around the clock whilst on board.
With a cruise holiday as
well as being able to enjoy the entertaining facilities on board, the
floating holiday resort takes you from destination to
destination. Travelling to different ports where you visit cities and
islands is a breeze. There is no need to pack and unpack multiple
times or worry how to get from destination to destination - simply
enjoy the cruise ship and all on offer as they take you there! Waking
up in a new place and getting to explore and experience different
destinations in one trip is sure to be a memorable family holiday.

Whilst cruises can be
amazing it is important to prepare and find the right cruise for you
so that it is a dream holiday rather than a nightmare one.
* Make sure you research
cruise lines and facilities (check out reviews) to find the one best
suited to your family's needs.
* If old enough keep the
kids involved by talking to them and if possible incorporating their
wishes into the decision - consider what activities offered on
different cruise ships are best for them and their likes.
* Make sure to talk safety
beforehand. With children who are old enough make sure to discuss
with them the importance of following rules on board.
If you are thinking of a
cruise holiday with the kids and are looking for one that is
child-friendly and offers great value for money take a look below -
NCL Cruises - offering
child friendly cruise ships and last minute cruise deals
Norwegian Cruise Line
have a fleet of cruise liners that are ideal for family holidays with
children young and old.
With family suites -
multi-room suites or interconnecting staterooms, family friendly
freestyle dining, swimming pools, award winning entertainment such as
dazzling acrobatic performances of Cirque Dreams on the Norwegian
Breakaway or magical mysteries of The Illusionarium on the Norwegian
Getaway, cinemas, bowling alleys, ice-rink, bungee trampoline and
mini-golf to name but a few there is something for everyone on a NCL
cruise.

But that’s not all.
NCL also have a series of Nickelodeon cruises on cruise liners such
as the Norwegian Epic (which also boasts a water park on board) where
events and entertainment are themed around the popular children’s
TV channel. On these cruises children can meet characters such as
SpongeBob, experience breakfast with characters, see live Nickelodeon
themed interactive shows, and enjoy events to do with shows like Dora
The Explorer and Slime Time.
Making NCL cruises even
more child friendly is their complimentary youth programmes - Splash
Academy for kids (6 months - 12 years) and Entourage for teens. Under
the safe supervision of well-trained staff children experience a wide
range of exciting activities with kids and teens their own age.
* Guppies (6 months -
under 3 years) can enjoy sensory play, and music and movement with
parents; or on the Norwegian Escape can be looked after by staff and
enjoy things such as messy play and self-exploration in the Guppies
Nursery.
* Turtles (3 - 5 years)
can enjoy experiences such as sensory play, storytelling, circus
school, treasure hunts, and crafts.
* Seals (6-9 years) can
enjoy activities including circus school, painting, theme nights,
sports, and video games.
* Dolphins (10 - 12
years) can experience activities such as sports, scavenger hunts,
circus skills, entourage take-over, video games and challenges.
* Entourage teens can get
creative and enjoy events such as music jams, video games, themed
events, and sports with other teens.
NCL cruises also provide
interactive activities for the whole family such as game shows, sport
challenges, pizza making, and trivias. For children aged 3 - 12 years
some cruise liners also offer Port Play where they look after and
supervise children whilst you enjoy some time alone kid free for a
shore excursion whilst in port. Another service offered for a fee for
children aged 3 - 12 years is late night fun zone.

As a family with 2 young
children I love all the amenities and activities that are provided
for families on NCL cruises and plan on experiencing a cruise to
explore destination galore and enjoy the fun on board with them in
the future.
Have you ever been on a
cruise with kids?
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