We know that family travel can get very expensive, especially when it comes to airfare. Once your fa

We know that family travel can get very expensive, especially when it comes to airfare. Once your family has expanded, suddenly flights aren't just twice the price but three, four or  even more times more expensive. That's what makes cruising such a great value, especially for families. There are so many ports that are within driving distance for many, airfare can be taken out of the equation and a vacation becomes much more affordable. What you save from airfare can be better spent on shore excursions, treating yourself to an upgraded cabin or putting it away for the next vacation!
So which cruise line and which port is best for your next family cruise? There are lots of different options, but we've picked out our top family cruises departing from what we call "home ports". All these get high marks for their kids programs and activities as well as comfortable family carnival valor cruise reviews accommodations (you can shake that "packed like sardines" vision out of your head)!
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With Norwegian's recently re-designed kids programs, Splash Academy and Entourage, the well-trained staff and your kids will explore and experience engaging activities with kids their own age. While their having fun and making new friends, treat yourself to a bite to eat, a relaxing massage or get a little shopping done. You can be certain your kids are having fun in a safe and supervised carnival valor cruise reviews area. The program is broken into two: Splash Academy (for kids 12 years old and younger) and Entourage (for children 13- 17 years old). Splash Academy is broken down even further by age group, so you know that they will enjoy fun activities with children their own age! Check out of top Norwegian Breakaway deal:
Disney is an obvious choice for families. Onboard a Disney cruise, you get the ultimate Disney experience but with no lines for rides or food, no waiting for buses, no making multiple stops going to/from the parks, no tired kids or exhausted adults. Enjoy a leisurely carnival valor cruise reviews breakfast, play in the kids' venues, ride the AquaDuck® waterslide, sun by the pool, or relax on Castaway Cay. Plus, there are plenty of opportunities to meet and mingle with Mickey and the gang with very short to virtually non-existent lines in air-conditioned comfort.
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The newly refurbished Grandeur of the Seas will starting sailing out of Baltimore this May with cruises to Bermuda and the Bahamas. Royal Caribbean carnival valor cruise reviews has done a ton to the Grandeur including completely remodeled interiors, a new Poolside outdoor movie screen and new dining venues (just to name a few). There are just two ships that sail roundtrip from Baltimore and the revitalized Grandeur definitely takes first place in our eyes.
Here's something that will make your family cruise on the Grandeur of the Seas even easier on your wallet- right now we have special family pricing on select departure of the Grandeur. This special pricing features carnival valor cruise reviews reduced rates for the 3rd and 4th guest in a stateroom. Give us a call at 800-668-6414 carnival valor cruise reviews  for more information!
The Allure and Oasis of the Seas are truly destinations in themselves and totally worth a long drive. Both of these huge ships offer endless amounts of activities for the whole family, including "the DreamWorks Experience". You will create unforgettable moments with your favorite characters from Shrek, Madagascar, Kung Fu Panda and How to Train Your Dragon. Guests can pose for pictures with characters, interact with them during meals, laugh at their antics during parades and watch their movies in our new 3D theaters.
These two ships are known for their huge variety of stateroom types. Their innovative cabin types include the Boardwalk and Central Park View Balcony and outside staterooms. There are also selections carnival valor cruise reviews of dedicated family accommodations, some even can sleep up to 6 passengers- and we aren't talking about top tier suites!
Some Royal Caribbean ships, including the Oasis, Allure and Freedom, offer special family inside, ocean view and balcony staterooms that offer extra space for families of 4 to 6 passengers. These staterooms offer great space and typically end up making more sense cost wise than getting carnival valor cruise reviews multiple cabins. However, these cabins are very limited so you really need to plan ahead to take advantage of them. Check out our favorite deal:
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