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Port Adventures and Disney-themed entertainment offer boatloads of fun for the whole family . Adults also have the chance to escape to adults-only locales and experiences — from adult-themed port adventures that ’ ll have you tee-ing off in Cabo to Disney Castaway Cay , an adults-only haven of sand and surf .
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For families who love to travel together , a multigenerational cruise offers something for everyone . “ Cruise lines are noticing that a lot of multigenerational families are starting to travel together ,” says Tully cruise specialist Natalie Thomson . “ Quiet kid-free zones have now been created for mom , dad , grandma and grandpa , allowing them to escape and enjoy a relaxing massage or even a romantic date night . And shore excursions are becoming more handson for kids , contributing to a wonderful family vacation where everyone is left asking , ‘ When can we do that again ?’” Ready to plan your next getaway ? Here are our favourite cruises for multigenerational family travel .
Norwegian
Best Cruises for Multigenerational Travel
From interconnecting staterooms to family dining , entertainment and activities , there ’ s plenty of bonding time to be had on a Norwegian holiday . With its private club-like atmosphere , Norwegian ’ s Haven area is particularly suited to families who like the jet-set lifestyle . Located at the top of the ship ,
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Haven ’ s exclusive Courtyard boasts a private pool , hot tub , fitness area , dining areas and dedicated service from the Courtyard Valet , so there ’ s no need to race out in the morning to save your deck chairs . Multi-room suites come with their own private concierge and butler to cater to your every whim , and prime seats for shows and restaurants are secured for no-fuss attendance .
Royal Caribbean
Kids will love the chance to sail with Madagascar , Puss In Boots and other DreamWorks characters , while activities for tots to teens are sure to keep young cruisers busy . Parents can leave the young ones to play at Adventure Ocean ® while they take part in comedy shows , nightclubs , cool lounges and more . With My Family Time Dining℠ , kids age 3 to 11 are served their meals and then picked up by Royal Caribbean ’ s Adventure Ocean ® staff so you can enjoy the rest of your meal . Accommodation options meet the needs of families of all sizes , with spacious suites and interconnecting staterooms . For added privacy , many of the ship ’ s family staterooms provide separate bedrooms .
Disney
Disney may seem like the obvious choice , but still , this cruise line doesn ’ t rest on its laurels . Whether it ’ s relaxing me-time for adults , fun activities for kids or thrilling entertainment for the whole family , Disney makes sure each member of the family gets the vacation they deserve . Broadway-style shows , deck parties ,
A host of family activities — from sports tournaments to pool volleyball , trivia contests and lawn games at the lawn club — offer an abundance of chances to make great memories together that last a lifetime . Kids also have their pick of youth-specific programs , including toddler time for kids under 3 , Fun Factory for kids age 3 to 11 and an X Club for teens . Celebrity Cruises ® has even achieved Autism Friendly Cruise Line status , and offers autism friendly interactive initiatives for families living with autism . Parents and grandparents have their share of onboard activities too — learn to organize your vacation photos in the Celebrity iLounge℠ and pick up a few new culinary techniques in one of the ship ’ s cooking demos . Babysitting services are available , in both the Fun Factory and in individual staterooms , to allow for a relaxing kid-free night out .
Uniworld
A cruise roundup wouldn ’ t be complete without a river cruise option , and Uniworld ’ s Generations program serves up a great time the whole family can enjoy . Explore the rivers of Europe together on a multigenerational journey that also provides unforgettable experiences onboard . Programming and kidfriendly activities keep young travelers engaged with plenty of free time for adults to relax and recharge , while shore excursions appeal to the younger set too , with treasure hunts , ghost walks and visits to a toy museum .
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American World Traveler / Fall 2016