Cruise Lines Offer Fun and Entertainment for All Age Groups

SEATTLE, WA, April 02, 2011 (Press-News.org) Thanks to the attractive discounts and perks that are now becoming synonymous of cruise lines, a number of travelers have decided to try a cruise vacation for the first time. If you are a first timer and are confused by all the different choices of cruise lines, be sure to contact Cruise Specialists to find the best cruise line for your tastes and budgets.

Gone are the days when cruise vacations were associated with retirees. Cruise lines have successfully reinvented themselves as an ideal vacation choice for people of all ages. While some cruises target young adult passengers with pool parties and casinos, there are others that are ideal for families. If you choose to cruise with your family, you can relax knowing many ships offer activities geared for all age groups. So while children play around in the kid's zone, adults can retreat to the spa, or attend culinary classes.

"Cruises like Holland America Line and Crystal Cruises offer cruise activities for people of all ages. Holland America for example has an outdoor, teen's only-area called 'The Loft.' Teens get to sunbathe on the lounge chairs on the sun deck during the day, and watch the stars at night. Kids get to join Jr. culinary classes, where they are taught basic cooking techniques, and adults can participate in yoga classes or enjoy a game of bridge with fellow passengers," says Greg Nacco of Cruise Specialists, a cruise travel agency that has arranged cruise vacations for close to 25 years. "Crystal Cruises," he adds, "entertains their teen passengers by offering a variety of games, and several special events, such as the Toga Party, the Texas Hold 'Em tournament, and Disco night. They also have special tours just for kids, like the one that tours the Galley where they get a first-hand look at a Crystal Cruises' 'kitchen' and can even decorate their own pastries."

Regent Seven Seas Cruises has a Club mariner youth program that operates during the summer and during the holiday season. There are three groups targeting specific children's ages, and activities are planned accordingly. On non-summer/holiday cruises, Regent may organize a youth program depending on the number of children who are onboard.

When thinking of booking a cruise vacation, make sure you first contact a travel agency that specializes in arranging cruises. Travel agencies can help you compare the amenities offered by different cruise lines, and can offer suggestions and recommendations on what ship may be the perfect fit for you and your family.

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