Welcome to CruiseMates' Family Cruising area.
This is the biggest growth area in the cruise industry and you'll find an astonishing variety of ships to choose from. From a poolside visit by Mickey and Minnie aboard Disney Cruise Line's Wonder and Magic to rock climbing and ice skating on Royal Caribbean International's Voyager and Explorer of the Seas, the two largest vessels ever built, modern cruise ships offer families non-stop fun.
CruiseMates' has sailed the high seas to offer timely articles on the myriad topics that interest families. Let's face it -- it's never a simple matter to plan a vacation that the entire family will love. Allow us to offer some advice on how to make cruise planning safer and easier.
by Paul Motter
Royal Caribbean just announced a major collaboration with Mattel to offer the "All New Barbie Premium Experience" aboard its ships.
09-06-12
A very significant portion of the cruise industry these days view their target audience to be families. It's rather obvious if you look at their marketing, as ... Go>04-04-12
Nickelodeon launched its first family cruise the summer of 2008. Due to its success, NCL and Nickelodeon now have a permanent partnership.
Go> 02-01-10
Here in one concise sampling are the highlights of recently posed message board questions, and their answers, for your reference before your next family cruise.
Go> 2-13-09
Disney Wonder will wander to Europe in 2010 for the longest season overseas yet for family-friendly Disney Cruise Lines, including Baltic itineraries.
Go> 10-20-08
NCL Freestyle Cruising is not just for adults. Family members of all ages can share in the fun to be had on the amazing ships of NCL Cruises.
Go> 9-12-08
Keeping the wee ones happy during those long days ashore is simply a matter of appealing to their natural interests. Here are a few suggestions for a stress-free shore experience.
8-22-07
The truth is, cruises not only cost less than Disneyworld, you get more for your money. And they appeal to a wider range of ages, especially teens.
3-19-07
Parents traveling with children should be properly prepared not just to avoid any mishaps, but more importantly to deny the kids any potential excuse for whining if things don't go smoothly. Here are updated answers to the most common questions by parents about kids on cruise ships.
1-10-07
