Sea Tales 2023/2024 Family Cruise Travel Planner

A Happening Haven Just for Teens From teens-only dance parties to karaoke to just kickin’ it, there’s tons of fun stuff to get psyched about! On the Disney Dream and Disney Fantasy Part nightclub, part sundeck, totally awesome: Hang out, kick back and make new friends at this super-cool teen retreat. On the Disney Magic and Disney Wonder Housed in the iconic red Forward Funnel of your ship, this open-plan lounge is the spot to socialize with other teens. This highest point of the ship is sure to also be the high point of your teen’s cruise! We’ve Got It Goin’ On Vibe hosts a range of fun-filled daily activities that teens choose themselves at the beginning of their cruise. Designed to encourage active participation, peer bonding and teamwork, these interactive games are a great way for teens to break the ice and get to know one another. For specific activity dates and times, check the Personal Navigator newsletter or Disney Cruise Line Navigator mobile app while onboard the ship. #3: Norwegian Cruise Line Minimum Age: Six months (12 months for voyages with three days or longer at sea) Children’s Programs: Extensive Babysitting: Yes Tickets: www.cruisecompete.com/lines/norwegian_cruises.html O verview Norwegian Cruise Line revolutionized the industry in 2000 when it introduced “Freestyle Cruising,” which allowed passengers greater freedom to dine when they like (with extended restaurant hours), where they like (with a number of alternative venues), with whom they like (with open seating), with freedom to dress as they please (with a “resort casual” dress code at night), and other relaxations of the usual cruise ship procedures. One of the most appealing freestyle elements is Norwegian’s disembarkation procedure, which is far more relaxed and pleasant than is usual on other large vessels. Moving to create one of the industry’s youngest and most modern fleets, Norwegian eliminated some of its older ships and added four Jewel-class ships between 2005 and 2008. But the biggest step forward was made with the new F3-class design of the Norwegian Epic and the Norwegian Breakaway, which have more than twenty dining venues (with electronic reservation systems), luxury villas, interconnecting cabins, family-suitable suites, multi-purpose indoor and outdoor spaces, huge waterparks, bowling alleys, champagne bars, ice bars, solo cabins (the first in the industry), and superior live entertainment. At a time when air travel is becoming increasingly unpleasant, especially for families, Norwegian offers departures from a number of US homeports, including New York, Seattle, New Orleans, Boston, and Tampa. Also appealing: the line often advertises excellent discount deals, such as $99 children’s fares and complimentary onboard credits. NCL is the only cruise line that offers year-round Hawaii cruises. There is so much to see and do aboard Norwegian’s newer ships: dance productions, world-class magicians, great comedy shows, fireworks at sea, a “hot” ice bar, and a wealth of dining options to satisfy any foodie , not to mention families. There’s generally a surcharge for specialty dining and reservations are required (savvy passengers, hit the electronic reservations ASAP to avoid disappointment!). Regardless of the event or dining venue, no one is ever required to put on formal dress; resort casual is fine for restaurant dining and the usual shorts and flip-flops are okay for almost everything else.

Policies subject to change without notice, always check with your travel agent regarding pregnancy policies and children age policies prior to booking your cruise.

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