Planning your next house vacation? Dreading spending ten hours in the car followed by five days dragging your kids to the beach, the hotel pool and a local bistro that doesn't offer a children's menu? If you're looking for a vacation that will show both you and the kids a good time, cruising could be it.
To learn about the benefits and drawbacks of house cruise vacations, keep reading to find out the best tips for planning your first or next house cruise.
Why a house Cruise Vacation?
Because so many cruise ships are targeted directly toward families, you're getting a fully packaged vacation in a safe and contained environment. There are daily, scheduled activities for the children along with parental getaways that both allow you to enjoy time with your children and also have your own inexpressive vacation.
Most cruise lines either offer "day camp" options with normally scheduled, on-board activities or supervised day care facilities. Because your children are on a boat with you and under the care of a well-screened and professionally-supervised staff, you can rest a microscopic easier.
Isn't it Expensive?
Cruising can be expensive, but most house cruise vacations typically cost about 0-00 per person per week. Add up the cost of all the hotels, meals, souvenirs and mileage that your last vacation cost you and assess it to that figure. You'll speedily see that a cruise vacation budgets in at about the same rate as a full, house vacation.
How do I a Book a "Family" Cruise?
Most cruise lines offer family-specific or family-friendly cruises that are geared specifically toward families with children. Ideally, you want to choose one of these rather than, say, a Senior's cruise or a Single's cruise.
Cruise lines like Disney or Norwegian also offer themed ships with full youth programs that are targeted to definite age groups from toddlers to teens. Again, this affords you the chance to take a break and enjoy the pool on your own. When booking a full house cruise, you may want to reconsider a tour agent. Often, they're able to discuss ship amenities, past client reviews and possible discounts.
However, if you're searching alone and online, try reading past traveler reviews of each private ship. This will contribute you a clearer indication of the ship's facilities and accommodations than the cruise line's promotional website.
Things to reconsider Before Departure
Make sure every person in your house has their passport, tour health insurance and extra medication. Keep all of your documents in a safe and secure place with one person.
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