{"id":15376,"date":"2016-07-22T17:12:43","date_gmt":"2016-07-22T17:12:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goport.com\/cruise-blog\/?p=15376"},"modified":"2026-03-12T12:37:02","modified_gmt":"2026-03-12T16:37:02","slug":"tips-cruising-kids","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goport.com\/cruise-blog\/tips-cruising-kids\/","title":{"rendered":"Tips For Cruising With Kids"},"content":{"rendered":"

A fun family cruise is one of the best choices for your next vacation. Why? Cruises offer all-in-one entertainment, dining, and adventure for every age group. But as any seasoned parent knows, planning a family cruise (or any vacation) takes more than just picking a ship and packing your bags especially when kids are involved.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n

Here we\u2019ll share some expert advice to make cruising with the little ones an enjoyable experience.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

#1. Choose the Right Family-Friendly Cruise<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

\"Disney<\/p>\r\n

Selecting the right cruise line can make or break your family vacation. <\/span>Disney Cruise Line<\/span><\/a><\/span> is an obvious favorite, but <\/span>Carnival<\/span><\/a><\/span>, <\/span>Royal Caribbean<\/span><\/span><\/a>, and <\/span>Norwegian<\/span><\/a><\/span> also offer exceptional experiences for children, teens, and parents alike. Look for amenities such as kids\u2019 clubs, water slides, and flexible dining options. And don\u2019t forget to explore cabin configurations designed with families in mind\u2014some ships offer adjoining rooms or sleeper sofas for extra space.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

\u00a0#2. Pack Smart for Smooth Sailing<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

\"Family<\/h2>\r\n

When cruising with babies or toddlers, packing smart is essential. Cruise ships rarely carry baby formula, diapers, or specialty snacks, so bring enough for the entire voyage. Also, be sure to pack a carry-on bag with swimwear, sunscreen, snacks, and entertainment for <\/span>embarkation day<\/span><\/span><\/a> as it can take a few hours before your checked bags arrive at your stateroom.<\/span><\/p>\r\n

#3. Arrive Early with a Family-Friendly Pre-Cruise Hotel Package<\/b><\/h2>\r\n

Arriving the day before your cruise<\/span><\/span><\/a> is one of the best ways to prevent travel mishaps from derailing your vacation. With kids in tow, flight delays or lost luggage can create unnecessary stress. That\u2019s why Go Port\u2019s <\/span>Fly Snooze Cruise<\/span> packages<\/span><\/span><\/a> are ideal for families flying in for their Port Canaveral cruise.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\r\n

These packages include:<\/span><\/p>\r\n