Family Vacation Tips

When a hotel or resort room category says it is a "family room" or "family suite" it basically means that room allows children to sleep there with their parents.  Beyond that, there are probably as many different meanings to the word "family room" as there are hotels in the world.

Although cruise ship cabins may appear to be floating hotel rooms, room rates are calculated differently.  This is especially true when it comes to children's rates.  It's important for parents to understand the differences when they are planning their vacation choices.

Beach vacations in the U.S., The Caribbean, Mexico and even Hawaii are very popular with Families.  The most popular time of year for families to take that idyllic beach vacation is when school's out for summer vacation. This coincides perfectly with hurricane season.

"Why use a travel agent when I can book a cruise myself online?

Frankly there are plenty of reasons to work with a professional travel agent. We'll give you 7 good reasons here in this post. By the time you get done reading I'll bet you'll be saying "Why not book with a travel agent!"

Most people don't understand how travel agents work. Many people think travel agents are extinct...like corner video rental stores. I's no wonder folks don't understand all the benefits of having a great travel agent on your side working for you. 

 A travel agent that specializes in family travel knows the average parents only get about 15 chances to create memorable vacation experiences together while their children.  How do you want your kids to remember their childhood vacations? 

If you're trying to decide whether to reach out to a travel agent or go it alone, here are a few important points to consider:

If you're planning to take a fun-filled family cruise for your next vacation- Great choice!  The great news is that there are a huge number of ships, destinations and types of cruises that are all family friendly. With such a wide variety of choices, how can you confidently determine which is the right choice for your family?

If you are a horse lover, then you completely understand the need to be around them as much as possible.  A family vacation is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the company of equine friends.

I can't remember my kindergarten teacher's name but I can vividly remember the summer vacation my family took when I was 5.  We took a road trip to Mt. Snow Ski Resort in Vermont. My parents were looking for a long weekend of peace and quiet. As we drove up to our hotel, I immediately spotted a white pony roaming freely around the grounds.  The bellman noticed my fascination and introduced me to "Snowshoes". It was Snowshoe's job to pull the children's sleds in winter but he was given the summers off for good behavior.

If you're seeking the answer to this question online, you're probably sorting through hundreds of millions of answers and suggestions.  It's overwhelming!  And every time you see photos of another all inclusive vacation option that could be a contender, it looks even more enticing than the last one. 

Disney Cruise Line is considered a premium cruise compared to other family friendly cruise lines like Carnival, Royal Caribbean and Norwegian. It's obvious that Disney cruise ships are full of fun features for children and adults but the pricing difference also translates into things that might not appear initially obvious like menu and entertainment quality.

Disney does not discount-period!  Frankly they are a beloved and recognized world-know brand. Their ships and theme parks are in high demand and they don't have to discount.  If you see online enticements for any kind of Disney deal run the other way!

 The good news there are ways to make that dream Disney cruise more affordable. Here are 10 tips to help your family save on a Disney Cruise....