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Welcome to CruiseMates' Family Cruising area.
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This is the biggest growth area in the cruise industry and you'll find an astonishing variety of ships to choose from. From a poolside visit by Mickey and Minnie aboard Disney Cruise Line's Wonder and Magic to rock climbing and ice skating on Royal Caribbean International's Voyager and Explorer of the Seas, the two largest vessels ever built, modern cruise ships offer families non-stop fun.

CruiseMates' host Luisa Frey Gaynor has sailed the high seas with her husband and children and offers timely articles on the myriad topics that interest families. Let's face it -- it's never a simple matter to plan a vacation that the entire family will love. Allow Luisa to offer you some advice on how to make cruise planning easier.

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What's New in Family Cruising: 2008
So what's new in family cruising? Plenty. Here's a rundown of new ship features, cruise line by cruise line.
04-11-08
Liberty of the Seas with Kids
Here's a report of just one day's full schedule for a family onboard Royal Caribbean's Liberty of the Seas.
04-02-08
Seasonal Family Cruises for 2008
Several smaller lines offer special summer/holiday cruises with kids' programs and unique itineraries.
02-13-08
Kid-Smart Safety at Sea
Here's what you should know about how safe your kids really are at sea.
10-01-07
Holland America Gets Family Friendly
The line's new children's facilities and programs are driving down the average age of passengers.
10-01-07
Keeping Kids Entertained on Shore
Keeping the wee ones happy during those long days ashore is simply a matter of appealing to their natural interests. Here are a few suggestions for a stress-free shore experience.
8-22-07
What's New in Family Cruising?
What do the cruise lines have in store for the wee ones? Check out all the new children's programs here.
8-6-07
Family-friendly Bermuda
This British island has plenty to interest your kids, from historic attractions to nature to beautiful beaches.
7-02-07
Fun and International Flair on Costa
Our Family Editor trakes her brood on a Costa ship In the Caribbean
6-1-07
New Family-Friendly Ships for 2007
These seven vessels offer many of the same children's facilities as their earlier twins.
4-30-07
Cruising vs. Disney World: A Price Comparison
The truth is, cruises not only cost less than Disneyworld, you get more for your money. And they appeal to a wider range of ages, especially teens.
3-19-07
Seasonal Family Cruises for 2007
Here's a roundup of highlights of the cruise lines that offer seasonal family sailings on smaller lines for this summer.
2-12-07
Family Cruiser FAQ 2007
Parents traveling with children should be properly prepared not just to avoid any mishaps, but more importantly to deny the kids any potential excuse for whining if things don't go smoothly. Here are updated answers to the most common questions by parents about kids on cruise ships.
1-10-07
Grand Cruising with Grandkids
Cruises provide opportunities for grandkids to bond and grow by experiencing the finer things in life.
12-4-06
"Cruisine" for Kids
Hungry kids can be a handful. Fortunately, picky young eaters have plenty to choose from on family-friendly lines.
10-9-06
Freedom's Family Fun Time
The world's biggest cruise ship has enough activities to satisfy tots to teens and the in-betweens.
9-1-06
New Passport Rules
With rules starting January 1, 2007, here's what you need to do to comply. Tips for childrens documents, too. 7-21-06
Cruising New England/Canada with Kids
Here's a roundup of the most popular family attractions in port.
6-30-06
New at Disney Cruise Line
The family-oriented company has added more activities and technology for kids of all ages. 6-2-06
Seeing Hawaii with Pride
NCL's Pride of America brings a patriotic ambience to inter-island cruising.
4-26-06
Family Cruiser FAQ 2006
Here are answers to the things parents most often wonder about.
3-27-06

Summer 2006 Youth Programs
Smaller lines have special seasonal departures for families.
2-27-06
Southern Caribbean for Family
An island-by-island Southern Caribbean guide to the best kids' activities.
1-16-06


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