Most cruise lines feature special children's clubs as well as reduced fares for children sharing a stateroom with two adults. The children's clubs offer extensive selections of programs for all ages. Many cruise lines are known for catering to families including those younger passengers who now have their own activities, parties and kid-friendly menus. Highly trained youth counselors are on board to supervise children ages 2 to 17 years (depending on the cruise line and itinerary). On board activities include face painting, "coketail" parties, pizza parties, movie nights, karaoke, talent shows, video games and computer fun, mini-Olympics. These programs are designed to make education a fun learning process through hands-on activities and entertainment that focus on the destination's nature, culture and the international experience. The majority of cruise lines also provide baby-sitting services at a nominal fee. The best thing about the children's clubs is that parents can enjoy their time knowing that their children are enjoying themselves in a safe and secure environment. Cruise with your family today!

The top "FAMILY FRIENDLY" Cruise Lines & the Children's Programs Offered Aboard!

There are plenty of delightful Disney activities for the perfect family cruise. From swim-time fun at Goofy's Pool and festive parties on deck to family-friendly comedians on stage and fantastic game shows in Studio Sea, from uproarious onboard activities to exhilarating onshore excursions, a Disney cruise is all about sharing moments together, as a family.

Disney Cruise Line has fantastic programs just for kids and teens, and there's even something special for the littlest of cruisers. While the kids are having a great time on their own, there is also indulgent pampering just for adults.

Only a Disney Cruise Line® vacation gives you so many ways to play together, and separately. With practically an entire deck devoted to kids, there's non-stop fun each day from 9 a.m. to midnight for five distinct age groups. Parents receive pagers when dropping kids off. The Flounder's Reef Nursery is the largest baby center at sea and is geared for children ages 6 weeks to 3 years. The center offers plenty of toys, cribs, baby swings and all that baby needs for a fun time at sea. A limited number of infants are accepted each cruise, so get there early to reserve your space. Kids ages 3 to 7 make magic at Disney's Oceaneer Club. At the Oceaneer Club, kids 8 to 12 explore the universe at Disney's Oceaneer Lab. Teens will find Common Grounds, a New-York style coffeehouse for teens, with music, large screen tv, and coffee bar; programs in photography, film-making and more. Castaway Cay, Disney's private island offers teen challenge events in the water and on land.

Carnival will host more than 100,000 kids every year on its "Fun Ships"! Children will explore their "Fun Ship", enjoy games, parties, talent shows, participate in fun food events, arts, crafts, contests, movies, karaoke parties, ship tours for kids, teen makeovers, photography workshops, art classes and a waterslide at the children's pools on all vessels. Teens will enjoy the 214-foot water slides at the main pool. Playrooms, electronic game rooms, virtual reality machines, teen discos and video arcades are offered on most Carnival ships. Every "Fun Ship" counselor is either college-educated in a related field, has professional childcare experience, or both. Each counselor is uniquely qualified and dedicated to make sure your children are safe, happy and having the time of their lives while at sea.Camp Carnival has morning to night activities for five age groups:

Toddlers (Ages 2-5) Camp Carnival's age-appropriate activities are sure to delight all toddlers. From finger painting to cartoon time, arts and crafts to puppet shows, your little ones are sure to have a blast! We even provide babysitting services in the evenings, so Mom and Dad can get in some "quiet time," too.

Toddlers do not have to be potty-trained in order to be part of Camp Carnival; parents simply need to provide the youth staff with diapers and toiletries for their child.

Children also get their very own menus, featuring all their favorite foods. Hot dogs, chicken nuggets, pizza, macaroni & cheese and spaghetti & meatballs are all available on a Carnival cruise, so even our pint-size guests can feel pampered on their "Fun Ship" family vacation.

We are always looking for ways to make our guests' cruises more enjoyable, and now we've eliminated the need to bring a stroller by providing stroller rentals fleetwide, for a nominal fee.

Children under the age of 2 are not able to participate in all the regular programs we offer to the other age groups. We have designated times where children under 2 can participate in our Fun program. The following times are listed below:

Babysitting - From 10:00 pm - 3:00 am each evening of the cruise. Port Days - From port arrival until 12:00 pm or if a late arrival then for the afternoon until 5:00 pm Family Play Times - Sea days from 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Parents and their under 2 child can come into the playroom and utilize the facilities that we have OR parents have the option of leaving their child under the supervision of a Youth Counselor, a babysitting fee applies to the second option.

The babysitting fee is $6.00 per hour and is charged to the guest's Sail & Sign Account. Please check the Camp Carnival Capers for specific days and times.

Other activities for toddlers include: Sing-a-longs, Play dough sculptures, picture bingo, story time, talent shows, puppet shows, memory games, face painting and more...

Juniors (Ages 6-8) Junior cruisers ages 6 through 8 will delight in Camp Carnival's fun-filled and age-appropriate activities. From "Make Your Own Sundaes" and spin art, to candy art and movie time, your kids will have the opportunity to participate in fun events and make new friends from all over the world.

Children also get their very own menus, featuring all their favorite foods. Hot dogs, chicken nuggets, pizza, macaroni & cheese, and spaghetti & meatballs are all available on a Carnival cruise, so even our pint-size guests can feel pampered on their "Fun Ship" family vacation.

To make it even easier for parents to enjoy their vacation, Carnival has implemented fleetwide stroller and GameBoy rentals for a nominal fee. That's one less thing to remember to pack!

Camp Carnival provides "Children's Only" dinner most nights. These dinners take place in the Lido Restaurant. We encourage parents to pick up their children for ALL other meals on Sea Days as lunch is not provided; however, on Port Days, we will provide lunch for children whose parents are ashore.

Camp Carnival's friendly and experienced youth staff want to enhance your child's vacation experience. This is why they've tailored activities specifically designed to entertain this age group. Additionally, parents can take advantage of evening babysitting services , because Carnival understands that every now and then Mom and Dad need some quiet time, too.

Other activities for juniors include: PlayStation 2 and IMac time Spin Art, Sand Art and Candy Art Cartoon Time Face painting Pizza parties Arts and crafts Cookie decorating Talent show T-shirt painting ExerSeas - Kids' Fitness Program EduCruise - Educational activities Prize Bingo

Intermediates (Ages 9-11)  Young cruisers ages 9 through 11 will delight in Camp Carnival's fun-filled and age-appropriate activities. From "Make Your Own Sundaes" and swim time, to video games and scavenger hunts, your kids will have the opportunity to participate in fun events and make new friends from all over the world.

While most of the Camp Carnival activities for this age group are supervised, there will be times when they are divided into teams for a game or other such activities, and will not be accompanied by a member of the youth staff .

Additionally, parents can take advantage of evening babysitting services , because Carnival understands that every now and then Mom and Dad need some quiet time, too.

Other activities for intermediates include: PlayStation 2 and IMac time Board games Bingo Coke-tail parties Pizza Pig-Out EduCruise - Educational activities Talent show T-shirt decorating ExerSeas - Kids' Fitness Program Movie Time Swimming Under the Stars Inters After Hours Dance parties Spin art, sand art & candy art Arts & crafts

Teens (Ages 12-14) Camp Carnival makes sure teens have lots of social events with kids their own ages, like dances, talent contests and sports tournaments.

Carnival even has a special shore excursion program designed just for teens. Now your 12- to 14-year-olds can choose from a selection of Camp Carnival recommended tours; they can go as a group to explore many of our exciting destinations with a Camp Carnival chaperone.

If your teen loves to dance, we have great news for them. Every night aboard a Carnival cruise our 12- to 14-year-old guests will have the opportunity to "mix and mingle" at our shipboard dance club from 9:30pm to 10:45pm. After 11:00pm, teens 14 and under can join the youth staff for a variety of activities, such as a late night movie, karaoke or outdoor games.

Other activities for teens include: Playstation 2 and IMac time Board games Talent show Trivia games Dance parties ExerSeas - Competitive indoor/outdoor games Ping-Pong tournaments Karaoke

Teens (Ages 15-17) CLUB 02 From the very moment they step onboard, Club O2 teens are part of a cruise experience unlike anything else. Every activity and event has been specially created with 15-17 year olds in mind. From outdoor activities like basketball, volleyball, ping pong, and pool parties to high energy dance parties lasting late into the night.

During the day activities are more relaxed, where teens can come and "hang" with their friends while watching a movie, listening to the latest music or just playing video games. Karaoke jam sessions are also popular for our rising stars and star wanna be's. Even teen only shore excursions have been set up so teens can enjoy the sites and sounds of our beautiful ports with their peers.

All activities are coordinated by a Club O2 Director, a dedicated staff member that creates the "fun" for our 15-17 year old guests.

Many of our ships feature a lounge dedicated just to the Club O2 program. These lounges feature comfy seating, video monitors, state of the art dance floor and lighting equipment, as well as an area where teens can enjoy Coca-Cola products and various other non-alcoholic specialty drinks.

Club O2 Directors are specifically hired and trained to be the catalyst of the Club O2 program. They create the spark that gets all the teens involved. Each director brings their own unique style to Club O2. Their motivation and dedication to the program ensures that they make the teen cruise experience unlike anything they have ever done before. Many of them act as hosts, entertainers, and DJ's for the teens.

Other activities for Club O2 Teens include: Teen Activity Schedules Board Games Card Games Music Hangs Themes parties Lido Deck Activities Reality Games Shows Trivia's and scavenger hunts Pool Parties.

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