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HEALTH • WELLNESS • LIFESTYLE
4 Top Reasons Multi-Generational Families are
Cruising Together
by Joy Ross, Travel Journeys
Cruising is a Good Value: The inclusive nature of a cruise helps keep families on a budget. There are no worries about who is going to pay for this dinner or that activity, given that almost all meals, entertainment and activities are included in the basic fare. A cruise vacation offers a low-stress and exible vacation option for grandparents traveling with their families. Families can choose a ship best suited to their travel companions and also choose to do as little or as many activities as they like. Children can even help in the planning process by helping select a destination or excursion for the whole family.
Independent Explorations for All Ages:
There is no shortage of amenities and activities onboard a cruise ship to suit every preference and age group. Most cruise ships offer structured and supervised recreation programs for everyone. Cruises also offer children’s programs, activities such as karaoke, cooking lessons, scavenger hunts or dance contests. Teens have their own cool spaces and activities just for them, such as mocktail mixology classes, teen yoga, tech classes and teen-only night club events depending on the ship. If you enjoy adventure why not try a surf simulator, indoor sky diving or even driving on a race car track. As you can see everyone can do their own thing during the day and come together in the evening for dinner and a show. Grandma and Grandpa or mom and dad may even want to enjoy a specialty dining experience or date night by themselves!
Adults Only: Many cruise ships that cater to passengers of all ages have a designated adults-only area. The Sanctuary on Princess Cruises is an adults-only, outdoor spa-inspired space for relaxing and pampering. The adults-only Serenity retreat on Carnival Cruise Line’s ships offer a tranquil space with whirlpools, lounge chairs and bar service for grown- up relaxation. In the Solarium on Royal Caribbean, you can hang out in a quiet, glass-canopied retreat.
Sharing the World Together:
Cruising offers an important time for grandparents to bond with their families by sharing the joy of traveling and beauty of the world. Have fun but remember, you’re on vacation to bond and spend time together. A cruise vacation will allow family members of all ages to explore new destinations, taste new cuisines and immerse themselves in new cultures while creating memories that will last a lifetime!
We have until the end of March for some fantastic sales during our Wave Season happening now, on most cruise lines. For your own special family memories contact Joy@Travel-Journeys.
com, call 303-663-0238 or visit Travel-Journeys.com.
Multi-generational cruising has never been more popular as it
is becoming in 2019. More families are reaching out to Travel
Advisors to nd them the perfect cruise ship for them to celebrate birthdays, graduations, anniversaries, retirements — or just to be together during a family vacation.
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