There is a saying about cruising that you either hate it or love it. We are on the LOVE IT camp. We have been to 2 cruises so far and both of them on the Carribean.
Our first cruise had set the bar pretty high seeing that we went to Disney Cruise Line. It was everything you expected from Disney and more. The food was amazing and abundant. We loved to order milk and cookie to end our night. The cabin was arranged in a way that you didn't feel cramp even for a family of 4. It was our first cruise so we were pretty green and I didn't do much planning on the excursion. Nonetheless, activities available on the ship were plenty to keep the whole family entertained.
The next cruise was with Carnival Cruise Line. That trip we headed to Jamica, Cozumel and Grand Cayman. The ship might not be as nicely decorated as Disney Cruise but the service was up to par. We had as much fun as our Disney cruise. Surprisingly, Miss J and Mr. Z seemed to feel more comfortable with the kid camp program with Carnival. Maybe because they were older or maybe because it was more intimated. We don't know but we would like to find out by going on a cruise again.So today I'm dreaming of getting on another ship, being greeted by cold drink and cool breeze, enjoying pool side fun, eating till I can't put any more food, getting to know other destinations even for one day, oh.. so many things to do.
Picking a ship is almost as important as picking a destination. Not all ships go to the same destination so it depends on your preference.
So if I want to pick based on ship, I would love to try Royal Carribean Cruise Line next. I have heard so much great thing about them as one of the best cruise line for family. The Freedom class ships will allow us to try the surf board, the rock climbing and the water slide. What fun would that be!
If I want to pick based on destination, my other dream cruising is Hawaii. I think it will be a good introduction to see all the islands. It doesn't mean that it's the way to do it but I think it's a great start. Then we can use that experience to explore our favorite island.
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8 comments:
My husband keeps begging me to do one of these, but after all of us got seasick on a short ferry ride recently I think it kind of made us think twice! LOL! I'm sure a Disney Cruise would be an absolute BLAST!
these are great choices. now i want to go on a cruise...
I've never been on a cruise, so I'll dream with you, now if I was going to try one with a kid, I'd do the Disney one for sure.
I must admit I was dreaming of a cruise recently to. For me it would be the food that would be the attraction. That and unlimited time to read a book which would make a fun childcare program a must!
We did one of those 4 day cruises out of Florida a couple of years ago on Royal Caribbean. I have to admit, we are the other side of the fence. But I think it would be perfect with a family. Your kids would never get bored and you could relax without worry. But then again...Dave's parents love them too, and do 2 cruises a year and they are retired. So they are perfect for everyone.
travelingmama...You don't feel the seasickness on a cruiseline very much. Ferry's are a far more rough ride. You hardly even know you are on the water in one of these giants. Have fun!!!
I would LOVE to go on a cruise...
but I get sea sick :( I
A Disney cruise sounds like so much fun!!!
hi, I was out of internet connection the whole weekend, but am now back in the blog biz!! Anyway, I am dreaming of a cruise with my little one also. If there was a logical choice, I think it would be Disney for her first cruise! I've never been on a great, big cruise ship, but I think it will be such a great trip for my little one!!
had no idea Disney even had a cruise line, guess it only operates in the USA
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