Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) has declared October “National Plan a Cruise Month.” With the holidays coming up, what better time to plan a fantastic getaway for the family? During each week of the month of October, CLIA will be awarding one lucky winner a cruise for two. Just go to CruiseSmile.org and upload a photo of your great smile, and you are registered. You can also enter by going to Twitter or Instagram and tweet or post an original photo, including the hashtags #CruiseSmile and #Sweepstakes.
Visit CruiseSmile.org for more information and contest rules.
Here’s a review of our top picks for family friendly cruising:
NORWEGIAN GETAWAY
Kids and parents alike will have a blast on this ship! A water park with five slides, miniature bowling alley, a ropes course and a bungee trampoline keep even the most active child entertained. Stay connected with new friends you meet with the ship’s app, and meander off to the adults-only Vibe Beach Club when you’ve had enough family fun.
SAFARI ENDEAVOR
With just 84 passengers, a trip on this vessel will create memories that will last forever. Pick your destination and prepare yourself and your kids for adventures like snorkeling with sea lions, paddleboard races and burro rides. After all that activity, you’ll be ready for the massage suite and hot tubs!
REGAL PRINCESS
This newest Princess line ship keeps everyone happy with shore excursions designed to please even the most picky family member. While onboard, experience the Sea Walk, a glass walkway seventeen decks above the water, and the Vegas-style light and video show in the pool.
NIEUW AMSTERDAM
While most ships thrive on glamour and glitz, Holland America offers a return to the good old days, with tennis courts, afternoon teas, cooking classes for kids and a great blues club for adults.
DISNEY FANTASY
One of Disney’s newest ships, its family-friendly activities also cater to the adults on board, with touches like the champagne bar and a 60’s London-themed nightclub. Disney movies are available in the 3-D theater, and everyone will love the Aqua Duck water coaster. It’s longer than two football fields combined!
CARNIVAL FREEDOM
Cat in the Hat characters entertain and delight adults and children alike on this family friendly adventure. Try some Green Eggs and Ham for breakfast, and be sure to visit Guy’s Burger Joint, a collaboration with Guy Fieri. Stretch your imagination and your acting skills when you participate in the family-style comedy shows developed in with conjunction with George Lopez.
ANTHEM OF THE SEAS
Just a little over a year old, this 4,180 passenger ship features bumper cars, a skydiving simulator, and a glass capsule thrill ride with 360 degree ocean views. Enjoy drinks served to the grown-ups in the bar by a robot.
QUEEN ELIZABETH
The days of yore are captured in this cruise experience, with Art Deco décor and dressing for dinner. Not all stiff and formal, there’s plenty of family fun to be had. Hit the sun deck and face off on the croquet court or giant chess board. Or visit the playroom for air hockey and crafts projects perfect for all ages.
MSC DIVINA
Aqua Cycling will keep parents busy while their older kids can ride in a Formula One race car simulator. Manhattan’s Eataly Italian marketplace supplies the food for the various dining outlets.
CELEBRITY REFLECTION
This high-tech ship will keep them entertained for hours, with Xbox tournaments and a video production program where kids create their own films. As for the adults – how about spa treatments, art classes and wine tastings, to name a few of the activities on board this luxury liner?
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