If you still think cruises are for the very rich or the very old then think again. Cruising is one of the fastest growing and fastest changing areas of the travel industry. One of the most major changes at sea has been the increasing popularity of family cruising. To be honest it’s not difficult to see why when you take a look at some of the state of the art and incredibly innovative super-liners around.
A cruise is a perfect holiday for a family. Unlike self catering holidays no one has to prepare food, cook or clean up and if you decide to go for a no-fly cruise then there is no struggling through airports weighed down with luggage and pushchairs. Plus you only have to unpack once but with an amazing array of shore excursions you can visit as many or as little exciting ports of call as you like.
A cruise offers something for everyone, days on the beach or watching the world go by at a harbor side café, adrenalin filled fun or cultural explorations. Families will find there are some great options for memorable days out, from hours splashing around at a water-park, to nature trails, pizza making in Naples, whale or dolphin watching or high speed boat rides.
Onboard family friendly cruise ships there is a wide range of activities for children. Some ships have highly imaginative programs of activities, including specially formulated children’s shore excursions. Some of the new cruise ships have waterpark areas, rock climbing walls, ice skating rinks, mini golf, roller blading…
Nowadays cruises are styled around the needs of a modern family; some provide discounted child fares and real value for money. Accommodation on P&O Cruises is tailored for family requirements, ranging from cabins with upper berths (a little like bunk beds), to interlinking cabins or even a large suite suitable for families. Family meals are made easy too with a special children’s tea around 5pm which features all the children’s favorites, from fish fingers and baked beans, to salads, pasta and pizza, allowing you time to get ready for the evening ahead.
Most parents find that once they are on board the cruise ship they barely see their children. This can mean that Mum can savor some well earned relaxation time perhaps with a beautifying facial whilst Dad heads for a solitary jog on the deck. Both parents can be secure in the knowledge that their children are happy and well cared for.
Family friendly cruise lines often have age appropriate activity groups supervised by qualified and enthusiastic youth crews. Some lines such as P&O Cruises have excellent children facilities, with scheduled ashore tours and family friendly dining options. They even have a Circus skills training school to keep them amused for hours.
Family holidays will never be the same again after you have discovered the joys of cruising.
To experience everything a cruise has to offer P&O Cruises is an amazing choice. You could be having the time of your life glacier trekking, swimming with dolphins or zip wiring through a rain forest - the list is endless. Or even chilling with a glass of wine, reading a book
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