Although containing children on a seafaring boat might not seem like the natural thing to do over summer vacation, these examples of family-friendly cruises show that it can be done to the benefit of all involved. Whether entirely geared towards children with fantastical creatures and Disney princesses or more appropriate for all age groups, these cruise lines are sensitive to the needs and wants of their guests.
With playful entertainment, themed rooms and safe play areas, these examples of family-friendly cruises are great options for parents that want to enjoy a getaway without having to hold their children's hands every step of the way. Yet such destinations encourage bonding on a more intimate level as well.
11 Examples of Family-Friendly Cruises
From Oceanic Summer Camps to Extreme Entertainment Cruises:
Meghan Young — Jul 7, 2014 — Life-Stages

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Sea Shell Hotels
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Iconic Diva Vacation Packages
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Oceanic Summer Camps
Camp Ocean is a Carnival Cruise Kids Voyage That Takes Place on the Seas
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Docked Cruise Ship Hotels
Vancouver 2010 Olympics Opt For Floating Tourism Solution
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Cruise Ships With Lawns
Celebrity Solstice, the World's Largest Cruise Ship
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Luxury Liner Recreations
The Titanic II is Set to Sail in 2016 And Will Be an Exact Replica
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Children's Book Cruises
Carnival Cruise's Dr. Seuss at Sea Brings Favorite Characters to Life
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Luxury Fantasy Ferries
The Prodigious Disney Dream Will Set Sail in January 2011
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Extreme Entertainment Vacations
Carnival Cruises Fun Ship 2.0 Includes Live Game Shows
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New York-Inspired Cruise Ships
The Norwegian Breakaway Embodies a Big Apple Flair
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Gargantuan Seaworthy Light Canvases
The 'Sea Voyage' Turned a Giant Ship into a Projector Screen
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