Family Cruises

There are numerous advantages to choosing a cruise for your family holiday:

Clubs & Activities

Cruises lines that cater to families nearly always offer clubs and activities suitable for younger guests. For example, P&O Cruises has four different clubs for guests aged 2 to 17. Celebrity Cruises provides family-friendly dining options and a ‘Camp at Sea’ programme featuring an array of activities for children and teens.

Even expedition cruise lines can be suitable for families. For example, Hurtigruten offers a ‘Young Explorers’ programme ideal for younger travellers interested in science and learning more about the natural world.

Cruise from the UK

Another benefit to choosing to cruise as a family holiday is the number of departures available from the UK, making them ideal if you’d like to avoid flying or luggage fees. Cruise lines like Celebrity Cruises offer frequent round-trip sailings from Southampton and allow you to explore destinations such as the Mediterranean and Northern Europe.

Family-ready accommodation

Many new cruise ships have been designed to include a range of accommodations suitable for families. For smaller families – typically two adults and 1-2 children – you have the option to share a cabin or stateroom. However, if you feel you need more space (and more bathroom facilities), you could always book two interconnecting staterooms. Family Suites are another option and will include separate bedrooms, a living area and a private balcony.