It’s Time for a Family Vacation!
By Sarah Etinas
It’s Time for a Family Vacation!
By Sarah Etinas
Set sail with the whole family on an unforgettable Princess cruise.
Hop onboard a Princess ship for a family vacation of a lifetime. From the youngest toddlers to the oldest octogenarians, Princess Cruises’ incredible itineraries and vessels have something for everyone to enjoy. So pack your bags and get ready for your most incredible family vacation yet!

Debuting on the newly built Sun Princess®, Park19 may be the most family-friendly area on a Princess ship to-date. With nine different activities within this one section, there’s something for everyone to do. The competitive bunch can race to the top on the coastal climb, the view seekers can soar over the water on the hang gliding-inspired Rollerglider®, and the relaxed relatives can simply sit back and soak up the sun in the breezy Hammock Area.

Debuting on the newly built Sun Princess®, Park19 may be the most family-friendly area on a Princess ship to-date. With nine different activities within this one section, there’s something for everyone to do. The competitive bunch can race to the top on the coastal climb, the view seekers can soar over the water on the hang gliding-inspired Rollerglider®, and the relaxed relatives can simply sit back and soak up the sun in the breezy Hammock Area.
The Caribbean Princess’ Family Zone is fantastic for groups with small children. Home to an interactive water playground, your little ones will stay entertained for hours on end, simply hanging out in the splash pool, getting drenched by the water showers, and shrieking in glee when the giant whale sprays water from its fluke. To top it all off, the neighboring kid-friendly bar area – with cocktails and mocktails – is the perfect spot for parents to watch over the fun.

The Caribbean Princess’ Family Zone is fantastic for groups with small children. Home to an interactive water playground, your little ones will stay entertained for hours on end, simply hanging out in the splash pool, getting drenched by the water showers, and shrieking in glee when the giant whale sprays water from its fluke. To top it all off, the neighboring kid-friendly bar area – with cocktails and mocktails – is the perfect spot for parents to watch over the fun.


Even while in port, Princess Cruises offers family-friendly activities, more specifically their DiscoveryTM and Animal PlanetTM shore excursions. In partnership with these “edutainment” networks, Princess Cruises boasts exclusive shore excursions that provide guests with all sorts of out-of-this-world experiences. Hang out with sloths in Costa Rica, swim with stingrays in the waters of the Caribbean, or helicopter over a massive glacier in Alaska, just to start.

Even while in port, Princess Cruises offers family-friendly activities, more specifically their DiscoveryTM and Animal PlanetTM shore excursions. In partnership with these “edutainment” networks, Princess Cruises boasts exclusive shore excursions that provide guests with all sorts of out-of-this-world experiences. Hang out with sloths in Costa Rica, swim with stingrays in the waters of the Caribbean, or helicopter over a massive glacier in Alaska, just to start.
Guests can enjoy an endless array of entertainment options while aboard their Princess cruise – from game shows and heist mystery challenges to live music and Broadway-caliber theater performances. On any given night, you’ll find a handful of entertaining performances spread throughout each ship’s incredible venues, so there’s sure to be something that suits everyone’s preferences. From there, you and your family have two options: divide and conquer based on the show that catches each person’s attention or get the whole gang together for an epic night to remember.

Guests can enjoy an endless array of entertainment options while aboard their Princess cruise – from game shows and heist mystery challenges to live music and Broadway-caliber theater performances. On any given night, you’ll find a handful of entertaining performances spread throughout each ship’s incredible venues, so there’s sure to be something that suits everyone’s preferences. From there, you and your family have two options: divide and conquer based on the show that catches each person’s attention or get the whole gang together for an epic night to remember.


One of the best reasons to take a family Princess cruise is to celebrate together. Whether it’s for a birthday, graduation, or retirement celebration, it’s the greatest feeling to be surrounded by the people you love, especially when everyone has come together expressly for you. The fact that you’re all on an adventure of a lifetime is just the cherry on top!
Plus, Princess Cruises is all about making your celebrations a little extra special. From bubbly champagne toasts to decadent chocolate cakes, just wait and see what surprises Princess has in-store for your celebration!

One of the best reasons to take a family Princess cruise is to celebrate together. Whether it’s for a birthday, graduation, or retirement celebration, it’s the greatest feeling to be surrounded by the people you love, especially when everyone has come together expressly for you. The fact that you’re all on an adventure of a lifetime is just the cherry on top!
Plus, Princess Cruises is all about making your celebrations a little extra special. From bubbly champagne toasts to decadent chocolate cakes, just wait and see what surprises Princess has in-store for your celebration!
The Sun Princess® Rises
Prepare to set sail on a Mediterranean adventure on Sun Princess® starting in February 2024.

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Sheila Cannon, Chief Romance Designer at Carefree Romantic Vacations, helps couples turn their travel dreams into beautifully planned, deeply personal journeys. Since 2009, she has specialized in honeymoons, anniversaries, destination weddings, milestone celebrations, luxury cruises, and bucket-list adventures for travelers who want expert guidance and a seamless planning experience.
Having explored all seven continents and 95 countries, Sheila brings firsthand insight, practical destination knowledge, and a genuine love of travel to every itinerary she designs. Her recent travels have included luxury resort inspections in the Bahamas and Curaçao, an Azamara voyage from Barbados to Rio de Janeiro, a Tauck river cruise experience from Amsterdam, in-depth destination training in Greece with Travelive, and cruise exploration through Iceland, Greenland, Canada, French Guiana, and Brazil.
Sheila’s own love of travel was sparked by her honeymoon cruise, and that spirit continues to sha ...