How do two adults and one kid generally travel on a cruise ship?
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Grandma and grandpa want to take one of our kidlets (10 YO) on a cruise. But I thought most of the rooms were pretty small. Any idea how ships accommodate a group of two adults and a kid?
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I am a grampa too and I know from experience that cruise ship cabins are no where near like they were back in the late 80's and early 90's when cabins were very small. Most cruise ship cabins these days will accommodate 3 or 4 people and some ships and lines offer family suites. Disney, and I am not suggesting that you go on them, has family bedrooms with two showers.
A suite or junior suite is also an option. Either will easily accommodate three people. Cruise lines these days have many of these and they are reasonably priced. If you purchase a suite, the price for the third person will be a fraction of the cost for the first two people.
The key to finding the best cabin for you is to pay close attention to the listed square footage of the cabin. The sq ft for a typical cabin can range from about 140 to a little over 200 sq ft (a suite may be over 300 sq ft). That difference does make a big difference. Also, the balcony/veranda cabins usually have, in addition to the beds, a sofa or love seat that converts to a bed, rather than a pull down bed.
The best way to get a cabin is to have your travel agent find the best one, or do as I do and call the cruise line reservations number and tell them what you want, cabin for three. OR, just go to the cruise line web sites and look at the cabin selections and pay particular attention to sq footage. When you go on line the web sites will have a diagram of the ship's cabin and a listing of the sq footage next to each cabin category.
In addition, don't worry about daytime crowding because all of the cruise lines have kids' programs to keep them occupied during the day. They have a staff person or two assigned for each age group so you don't have to worry about where your kid is. Many ships have special areas just for the kids.
Another suggestion would be to buy a walkie talkie (about $40.) to take with you so you can communicate with the kid while he's gone.
I am a grampa too and I know from experience that cruise ship cabins are no where near like they were back in the late 80's and early 90's when cabins were very small. Most cruise ship cabins these days will accommodate 3 or 4 people and some ships and lines offer family suites. Disney, and I am not suggesting that you go on them, has family bedrooms with two showers.
A suite or junior suite is also an option. Either will easily accommodate three people. Cruise lines these days have many of these and they are reasonably priced. If you purchase a suite, the price for the third person will be a fraction of the cost for the first two people.
The key to finding the best cabin for you is to pay close attention to the listed square footage of the cabin. The sq ft for a typical cabin can range from about 140 to a little over 200 sq ft (a suite may be over 300 sq ft). That difference does make a big difference. Also, the balcony/veranda cabins usually have, in addition to the beds, a sofa or love seat that converts to a bed, rather than a pull down bed.
The best way to get a cabin is to have your travel agent find the best one, or do as I do and call the cruise line reservations number and tell them what you want, cabin for three. OR, just go to the cruise line web sites and look at the cabin selections and pay particular attention to sq footage. When you go on line the web sites will have a diagram of the ship's cabin and a listing of the sq footage next to each cabin category.
In addition, don't worry about daytime crowding because all of the cruise lines have kids' programs to keep them occupied during the day. They have a staff person or two assigned for each age group so you don't have to worry about where your kid is. Many ships have special areas just for the kids.
Another suggestion would be to buy a walkie talkie (about $40.) to take with you so you can communicate with the kid while he's gone.
What are some good ideas for an Orlando vacation? I have 2 kids (ages 9 and 7).?
Sleem!
We've never been to Orlando before but are looking at visiting for a week or so in June. I know about the theme parks in Orlando and about some other attractions, but does anybody have any good information on ideas where to take 2 boys, ages 9 and 7? Also looking for any good tips on lodging...if you have any idea about homeowners who rent out apartments on a weekly basis, I'd be grateful for any information you can share.
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WDW (Walt Disney World) consists of 47-sq. miles, larger than most cities. Just doing its 4-major parks will encompass almost your entire stay, especially considering the summer crowds. You won't have much time for ancillary activities, plus it'll be difficult to even squeeze in Seaworld, Universal, or IOA (Islands of Adventure). Fortunately, you're considering a week's stay, you'll need every bit of it. The 1st challenge is to decide on where you want your vacation to center around. If you're considering a WDW vacation, then here are just a few suggestions, especially for young boys, outside its major parks...
> Water parks: Disney has 2. Typhoon Lagoon is better suited for them. It'll be hot, and kids are all about the water. Purchase passes to include a water park option. This will be cheaper than buying passes separately.
> Dinner shows: Medieval Times, in Kissimmee. Again, your boys will gravitate to this more so than the more "romantic" Arabian Nights, or the corny Hoop-Dee-Do, etc.
> Downtown Disney: Good to kill a few hrs and stroll around for free. Shops, restaurants, some activities. Disney Quest is an interactive arcade, not cheap, but it has interactive games/simulators that cannot be duplicated @ home (there's even classic games in their original arcade format for Mom & Dad).
> WDW's Ft. Wilderness/Wilderness Lodge outdoor activities: The Fort is the campground. The Lodge is the lodge. Both resorts offer outdoor activities (e.g. Fishing, Jet-Skiing, horsebacking, etc.) for a fee of course.
> Gatorland, Orlando: Perfect 1/2-day attraction. Affordable. It's not exactly a "refined" attraction, but that's part of the appeal. The largest gators in captivity are there. Enough shows, swamp walk, gator nuggets, and other animals to keep the boys interested. They can take a picture holding a real gator (don't worry, only like a 3-footer w/jaws taped). You can also opt for a package that includes an airboat tour @ East Lake Toho.
> I-Drive (International Drive, Orlando): I-Drive is the #2 resort destination in Central FL. It's tourist-central on steroids. If you won't be driving, you can always board the I-Ride Trolley along it's 7-mile route. Simply get off to do the outlets, restaurants, or smaller attractions (e.g. Ripley's, Wonder Works, Titantic, etc.). Even the largest McDonald's in the world is there.
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Lodging:
Advise that you do not rent from any individual directly. Bona-fide vacation home rentals are typically done via professional property mgmt companies.
Most Disney experts will advise that you stay on Disney property. Sounds like you're looking for accommodations that have good size, full kitchen, separate bedrooms, etc. Here's my #1 recommendation for your particular group...
...Disney's Ft. Wilderness: You get everything that I just mentioned, plus...
> Rustic setting.
> Log home style.
> Extra Magic Hours.
> Free transportation from/to OIA (Orl International Airport).
> Free transportation w/in WDW (no need to rent, no parking fees, no worries).
> Overall, the Disney "Magic".
Yes, you can always rent a villa/condo/time-share/home, etc., outside of Disney, for considerably less. However, make sure you factor in the extra cost of renting a car, parking, gas, commute times, loss of certain perks, and overall inconvenience. Don't get me wrong, plenty of people are very happy staying outside of Disney. The choice is yours, but I normally advise Disney "rookies" to stay on property.
WDW (Walt Disney World) consists of 47-sq. miles, larger than most cities. Just doing its 4-major parks will encompass almost your entire stay, especially considering the summer crowds. You won't have much time for ancillary activities, plus it'll be difficult to even squeeze in Seaworld, Universal, or IOA (Islands of Adventure). Fortunately, you're considering a week's stay, you'll need every bit of it. The 1st challenge is to decide on where you want your vacation to center around. If you're considering a WDW vacation, then here are just a few suggestions, especially for young boys, outside its major parks...
> Water parks: Disney has 2. Typhoon Lagoon is better suited for them. It'll be hot, and kids are all about the water. Purchase passes to include a water park option. This will be cheaper than buying passes separately.
> Dinner shows: Medieval Times, in Kissimmee. Again, your boys will gravitate to this more so than the more "romantic" Arabian Nights, or the corny Hoop-Dee-Do, etc.
> Downtown Disney: Good to kill a few hrs and stroll around for free. Shops, restaurants, some activities. Disney Quest is an interactive arcade, not cheap, but it has interactive games/simulators that cannot be duplicated @ home (there's even classic games in their original arcade format for Mom & Dad).
> WDW's Ft. Wilderness/Wilderness Lodge outdoor activities: The Fort is the campground. The Lodge is the lodge. Both resorts offer outdoor activities (e.g. Fishing, Jet-Skiing, horsebacking, etc.) for a fee of course.
> Gatorland, Orlando: Perfect 1/2-day attraction. Affordable. It's not exactly a "refined" attraction, but that's part of the appeal. The largest gators in captivity are there. Enough shows, swamp walk, gator nuggets, and other animals to keep the boys interested. They can take a picture holding a real gator (don't worry, only like a 3-footer w/jaws taped). You can also opt for a package that includes an airboat tour @ East Lake Toho.
> I-Drive (International Drive, Orlando): I-Drive is the #2 resort destination in Central FL. It's tourist-central on steroids. If you won't be driving, you can always board the I-Ride Trolley along it's 7-mile route. Simply get off to do the outlets, restaurants, or smaller attractions (e.g. Ripley's, Wonder Works, Titantic, etc.). Even the largest McDonald's in the world is there.
.........................
Lodging:
Advise that you do not rent from any individual directly. Bona-fide vacation home rentals are typically done via professional property mgmt companies.
Most Disney experts will advise that you stay on Disney property. Sounds like you're looking for accommodations that have good size, full kitchen, separate bedrooms, etc. Here's my #1 recommendation for your particular group...
...Disney's Ft. Wilderness: You get everything that I just mentioned, plus...
> Rustic setting.
> Log home style.
> Extra Magic Hours.
> Free transportation from/to OIA (Orl International Airport).
> Free transportation w/in WDW (no need to rent, no parking fees, no worries).
> Overall, the Disney "Magic".
Yes, you can always rent a villa/condo/time-share/home, etc., outside of Disney, for considerably less. However, make sure you factor in the extra cost of renting a car, parking, gas, commute times, loss of certain perks, and overall inconvenience. Don't get me wrong, plenty of people are very happy staying outside of Disney. The choice is yours, but I normally advise Disney "rookies" to stay on property.
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