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Brainstorming vacation ideas with your extended family? A cruise may be the solution to please everyone. Here are four reasons why you should consider taking a multigenerational cruise. Your next family vacation may be your best yet!<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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1. Planning is easy<\/span><\/h2>\n
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Planning and coordinating can be a huge hassle. Imagine planning a 2-week trip with you and your spouse, your kids, and your parents. <\/span>You\u2019ll have to consider many hotels, flights, tickets to museums or shows, and researching tours<\/span><\/span>. On a cruise, it\u2019s all done for you. There\u2019s no unpacking between ports. No car rental required, and shore excursion options are plentiful and easy to book.<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n

2. It\u2019s cost-effective<\/b><\/h2>\n

The value of a cruise and the experience it affords its guests is\u00a0unparalleled. Take advantage of a\u00a0plethora\u00a0of free onboard activities such as\u00a0Norwegian\u2019s Aqua Park\u00a0or Princess\u2019s Movie Under the Stars. If\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0in the mood for a Broadway\u00a0show, check out Grease, or Mamma Mia\u00a0onboard Royal Caribbean.\u00a0And don\u2019t forget the food! There is always something for everyone, including the\u00a0pickiest eaters in your family.<\/p>\n

3. See more of the world with less hassle<\/b><\/h2>\n

Take a 10-day European cruise, and you might visit 7 or 8 ports. Visiting that same number of cities on a land-based vacation would require flights, car rentals, and numerous hotels. With a cruise, you can visit different cities and historic sites while only having to unpack once.\u00a0All you need to do is pick the sites you want to\u00a0see\u00a0and show up.<\/p>\n

4. T<\/b>here\u2019s\u00a0<\/b>something for everyone\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n

While there are many factors in selecting the right cruise line, there are a few that do an excellent job at accommodating all age groups.\u00a0 Make sure you book early though, so your family can get first choice on connecting rooms.<\/p>\n

Top 3 Multigenerational Cruise Lines<\/h2>\n

1. Disney Cruise Line<\/b><\/a><\/em><\/h3>\n
\"Cinderella<\/a>

\u00a9Disney; Ships\u2019 Registry:The Bahamas;<\/p><\/div>\n

Disney Cruise Line<\/span> has something for all ages. Amazing access to characters, dedicated kids and adult areas, and magical dining experiences. Disney characters come to life before your eyes.<\/span><\/p>\n

Search Disney Cruise Line on AARP Travel Center powered by Expedia\u00ae<\/a><\/p>\n

2. Royal Caribbean<\/b>\u00a0International<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n
\"Evening<\/a>

Source: Royal Caribbean International<\/p><\/div>\n

Enroll the kids in the Adventure Ocean program and take advantage of My Family Time Dining.\u00a0 You’ll get first seating in the main dining room. After 45 minutes, Adventure Ocean staff pick up the kids. They escort them to their evening activities!<\/p>\n

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3. Norwegian Cruise Line<\/b><\/a><\/h3>\n
\"Person<\/a>

Source: Norwegian Cruise Line, The Plunge Waterside onboard Norwegian Epic<\/p><\/div>\n

Take the hassle out of coordinating with everyone during your trip. Consider sharing a suite or being room\u00a0neighbors.\u00a0Norwegian\u2019s spacious family accommodations offer interconnecting cabins or 2-bedroom family suites. These are perfect for a multigenerational cruise.<\/p>\n

Search Norwegian Cruise Line on AARP Travel Center powered by Expedia\u00ae<\/a><\/p>\n

Family vacations are supposed to be fun and create memories that will last a lifetime. Booking a family cruise removes the logistic hassle and caters to the diverse needs of your family.\u00a0\u00a0So,\u00a0the next time your starting to talk about planning a multigenerational family trip, consider booking a cruise.<\/p>\n

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