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Best family cruise destinations

Check out our top picks for family friendly cruises.

FAMILY FRIENDLY CRUISES

Experience the rich local culture during a shore excursion in Fiji.

ACTIVITIES

Cruise activities for the whole family

With a variety of family-friendly cruise activities, you’ll have plenty of ways to spend quality time together.

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Adventures every member of the family will enjoy

Unique and immersive travel experiences, including more time in more ports, shore excursions, and award-winning onboard programs, have earned Princess the distinction of "Best Cruise Line for Multi-Generational Family Travel" in the Porthole Cruise Magazine 2018 Readers' Choice Awards. Get more out of your family cruise vacation when you sail with Princess.

Princess MedallionClass®, perfect for family cruises

Get more from family time with the MedallionClass experience on all ships. Easy embarkation and customizing dining preferences, including pace, means fewer meltdowns and smoother family cruising. Interactive games and the fast, reliable MedallionNet® Wi-Fi keep the gang entertained. And you’ll always be able to find the kids (or the adults) anywhere on board. Connect with what matters most – each other – on your Princess MedallionClass cruise.

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Get in the family zone

New on the Caribbean Princess® family cruise ship, the Reef Family Splash Zone is the perfect place to relax, have fun and enjoy the water. An interactive splash pad with giant whale feature will entertain kids of all ages with showers, sprays and a water jet from the whale's spout. Oversized backyard games in the all-ages game zone set the stage for some good natured family competition. Celebrate after with playful mocktails for the kids and refreshing cocktails for the parents at our kid-friendly bar area. When you need a break from the sun, head to the comfy loungers and sheltered shade canopies. All Princess family cruises create a lifetime of unrivaled experiences and unforgettable memories.

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Immersive Princess entertainment

The excitement of being part of a live-theater audience is something family members will relive for years. And Princess-exclusive, Broadway-caliber stage shows from award-winning composer Steven Schwartz are a dazzling way to bring everyone together. You'll also find plenty of opportunities for audience participation with The Voice of the Ocean musical competition, the High Seas Heist mystery challenge and Can You Survive? game show.

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So many fresh ways to dine together

Eat dinner every night as a family and try new regional foods together. Satisfy everyone's personal tastes with a delicious variety of casual dining options, special kids' menus in the Main Dining Room, and the ability to cater to individual dietary preferences upon request. Princess does the cooking and cleaning so you can spend more time focusing on what matters most.

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Family cruise celebration vacations

The heart of a celebration is spending time with those you love. But what if one person you love is 17, and the other is 71? It’s hard to pick an activity that appeals to everyone. A Princess family cruise is a perfect chance to celebrate together while enjoying the hundreds of amazing activities taking place on Princess ships from morning to night.

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Family-friendly cruise lodging

Princess makes it easy to sail together in comfort. ‭In addition to comfortable Mini-Suites and spacious Suites, ‭larger groups can ‭opt for a Family ‭Suite which includes ‭two interconnecting ‭staterooms and ‭sleeps up to eight on select ships.

Awesome activities for kids, from toddlers to teens

Uniquely themed centers host engaging activities specially designed to help them play, huddle, create, and discover. Exciting classes, activities, and events designed for different ages make for an amazing cruise for kids.

Family FAQS

Learning about the landscape at the Youth & Teen Club in Alaska.

Young explorers can learn about the world and discover new interests.

Meet new friends and enjoy memorable experiences while sailing.

Exciting Youth & Teen Clubs

Princess has developed engaging new youth programming and wonder-filled centers designed for our youngest guests.

Ages 6 months - 2 years

All aboard, little adventurers. Princess Cruises is delighted to welcome babies, toddlers, and preschoolers to the wonderful world of cruising. We've made it easy and fun for families to enjoy their time at sea.

Your tiny explorers can enjoy free play in our Youth & Teen Club during dedicated parent-accompanied hours—it’s a perfect place for curious minds. Need room to splash? Our Mini-Suites and Full Suites come with full-sized bathtubs, and we've got handy wash bins for shower time, too. Balcony staterooms are great for quiet naptimes while you soak in the ocean views.

We’ve got it covered: high chairs, booster seats, cribs—you name it. Hungry tummies are no problem, with complimentary jarred baby food and freshly pureed fruits, veggies, and rice available at several dining venues. From nap to snack, we’re here to make your family’s cruise as smooth as the ocean breeze.

Ages 3-12

Our diverse kids cruise activities and programs offer every child what they need to spark curiosity, fuel creativity and inspire an active life. Here are just some of the highlights.

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The Treehouse — Ages 3-7

This bright, whimsical, forest-themed center for children features hands-on activities and programs surrounded by captivating creatures.

The Lodge — Ages 8-12

Inspired by the great outdoors, this cozy center is filled with sports activities and comfortable places for kids to explore, hang out and lounge.

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Sports, games, physical activities

Scavenger hunts, group games, basketball tournaments, ping pong competitions, dodgeball, skeeball, dance parties and more.
Try your skills on PlayStation® or Nintendo Switch™ consoles, board games, air hockey and ping-pong.
Join dance classes and engage in friendly competitions.
Enjoy sports including basketball, mini golf, yoga and miniature Olympics.

Fun interactions with peers

NEW. Rhythm of the Caribbean: Caribbean music, dance, trivia and crafts light up the night for the whole family.
Wild Alaska Festival: Celebrate Alaskan nature at this family theme night.
Talent Shows showcase singing, dancing, musical skill, and jokes.
Theme Nights include Pirate, Mexican Fiesta and competitive Challenge themes.

Arts, crafts, inventions

Compete: Join the Klutz® paper airplane challenge or Lego boat-building contest.
JrCHEF@Sea: Learn cake decorating and enjoy the results with your family.
Make animal puppets, masks and paintings inspired by regional wildlife.
Klutz Art Projects: Craft bracelets, velvet art, jewelry and more.

TEENS

Ages 13-17

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The Beach House

This contemporary beach-themed lounge is "the" place for teens to hang out, socialize and connect.

Parties

You won't want to miss our Rock the Boat Party. It’s the occasion to dress up, stroll down the red carpet and flash your VIP badge, then enjoy an evening of mocktails, awards and celebrating with your friends.

Competitions

Give your skills a workout in our video game tournaments. Play to win in air hockey, foosball and ping-pong. Or compete in outdoor sporting activities like dodgeball and basketball tournaments.

Dance classes

Perfect your moves with guidance from one of our crew dancers, then show what you’ve got at dance competitions and parties.

Movies & more

Get your scream on at Scary Movie Night, or catch some recent hits at Late Night Movies. Or cast yourself in a whole new light with teen makeovers and glitter tattoos.

Youth & teen program registration

During voyages with a high number of families onboard, we will make all efforts to accommodate interested parties. However, participation in this program cannot be guaranteed. The program is complimentary during port days and advanced bookings are not required. Kids and Youth & Teen Club facilities vary across Princess cruise ships.

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Teen registration

GROUP BABYSITTING

Enjoy a parents’ night out

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Where kids can play while you're away

Family cruises are all about connection, but “you time” is still an important part of your vacation experience. Rest assured, whether you've planned a day of exploring or a romantic night out, the group kidsitting at our Youth & Teen Club offers your children between the ages of 3 and 12 plenty to look forward to. It's the perfect place for them to relax or play games with their friends. Extra fees apply.

Dinner events exclusively for kids

Children and adults alike get the chance to enjoy dinner on their own with a variety of opportunities for kids to eat with their friends and Princess Youth Staff. They'll find kids-only dinners on select evenings, a teens-only dinner on a formal night in an exclusively reserved section of the dining room, as well as ice cream and pizza parties held throughout the voyage. Please be sure the Youth Staff members know about any food allergies your child may have.