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The way we vacation is different now.  It is no longer about us, but making sure everyone in our family has a great time.  I have put together some tips that have helped us in the past chose the right cruise for the whole family.
florida vacations and disney cruise Choose A Ship That is Family Friendly Even though cruising in a great way experience the world as a family, it doesn t mean that all cruise lines have a lot of options for their smallest passengers.  We have sailed with a lot of lines that have incredible food, beautiful public spaces, but very few options for my kids.  Make sure the ship you choose has a kid friendly pool or splashpad, a kid s club and programs in place to keep them busy during at sea days like crafts or shows.
Book Early. Years ago booking last minute was the thing to do.  Now, many serious cruisers book a year or TWO in advance in order to secure the perfect florida vacations and disney cruise cabin in the right location. florida vacations and disney cruise Family cabins, larger suites and balconies go quick so if you are looking to stay in one of these rooms put a deposit down as soon as you choose your ship.  The bonus to this is that most cruise centers don't need the cruise to be paid in full until 90 days before the boat is scheduled to set sail.  So if the price of the cruise comes down before you pay for it in full you can have the travel company do a price adjustment for you.  Additionally, watch for a deposit discount sales and 1 day sales on your boat to make sure that you are getting the best price.
Book a balcony. While cabins onboard any ship are small, they get that much smaller when you add a little adventurer and all of their gear.  Having a balcony is nice as it adds a bit of extra space that we could use to keep the kids happy.  Recently we have booked suites in order to get, yet, a bit more room and a bathtub for our boys.  Depending on the cruise line you choose suites can range from just a few hundred more per person all the way up to double your fare.  But if you book early you may be able to choose one that is in the mid range.
Arrive the day before! One thing we have learned from traveling with the kids is to take it easy.  Flying all day and then starting a busy cruise can sometimes be too much for little ones.  In the last few years we have arrived a day or two before the cruise is due to start in order to leave lots of time for air delays.  This is also a nice way to unwind and relax before boarding the ship.
Even if you have 2 small children or a set of twins bring 2 single strollers. Narrow halls and doorways make it virtually impossible to get a double side-by-side through through the ship, into washrooms or through the lido restaurant especially during busy times. Bringing a travel stroller with a board or two lightweight strollers will make you and your fellow cruisers very happy.  Once inside your cabin you can fold your stroller and store your it in the closet or under the bed.
If you are traveling with young children try to choose an itinerary with a couple days at sea. Getting off the boat every day is somewhat tiring when you are travelling with little ones. Because you won t likely be close to the ship you need to bring towels, sunscreen, snacks, beach toys and a change of clothes when you get off.  Before we had our boys we loved itineraries that had 6 stops, now 3 is fine for us.  During our cruise on Allure of the Seas we actually only stopped twice because of Hurricane Sandy.  This was fine for me because we were sailing on a ship that had unlimited options. Plus, it took less planning to head down to the pool deck and the kids loved finding new places to play onboard.
Pack snacks. Even though cruises are known for their huge selection of food choices, we found that having florida vacations and disney cruise some pre-packaged treats from home (goldfish, mini Doritos, craisons, pringles) easier for beach snacks. It is also nice for the kids to have something to munch on while we were getting ready for dinner florida vacations and disney cruise or to go out to a show.  We also grab fruit and dry cereal from the buffet in the morning to snack on while at the beach as well.
Skip Ship Excursions. Unless you are looking to do something specialized like a trip to a close by island, swim with dolphins or snorkel/scuba dive an exclusive reef, organize your excursion florida vacations and disney cruise when you get off the ship. Many local taxi drivers will be waiting once the ship docks to take you an island tour, to the beach or shopping.  They can also tell you which beach is the best, safest or most calm on that day.  While some islands have a pre-determined fare for each point of interest, others are still negotiable.
Lisa lives in Kitchener, ON, and has 2 energetic boys, ages 4 and 7. Her entry into motherhood was an exciting one after her oldest son decided to arrive 4 months early. Being a first time mom to a child with many special needs motivated Lisa to do a lot of research. In 2006, she started to write about what she was learning and all of the great products she found through a blog: Growing Your Baby . Fisher-Price® is a staple in her household now: many of her therapists even use Fisher-Price® toys to help her oldest son meet his milestones. When it comes to toys, she knows the importance of developmental benefits!