Realizing vacations are the perfect time to bond as a family, Adventures by Disney has developed a unique limited-time offer allowing parents and children to embark on two great Disney vacations: Guests purchasing some of Adventures by Disney’s most popular destinations – ranging from Europe, China, Australia, Costa Rica and the American Southwest – between Oct. 26, 2009, and Jan. 15, 2010, will receive a free three-night Disney Cruise Lines cruise to the Bahamas that they can take through late 2011 (www.AdventuresbyDisney.com/freecruise).

“Each Adventures by Disney vacation offers families experiences that …

A first-of-its kind water coaster that sends guests racing above the upper decks of the ship.  An animated turtle that engages children in conversation about life in the ocean.  A sophisticated lounge where the sun sets over the skyline of a different world-famous city each night.  When the Disney Dream debuts in early 2011, the newest ship in the Disney Cruise Line fleet will bring to life these innovations and more.
The Disney Dream will take family cruising to all-new heights, embracing the spirit of innovation, magical family entertainment and immersive experiences that have made Disney Cruise Line the …

The Cruise Critic Awards for 2009 – Royal Caribbean Tops as Best Family Cruise Line
Royal Caribbean won the award for best family cruise line and Carnival won in the category of best for first-time cruisers in Cruise Critic annual editors’ picks awards.
Royal Caribbean’s Freedom Class of ships also won the awards for best cruises for kids and best for teens.
Best Buffet and Best Main Dining went to Carnival.
Other awards went to NCL-Courtyard Villas for Best Big Ship Suites; Best for Fitness Enthusiasts went to Royal Caribbean, Best for Adventure went …

Crystal Cruises is celebrating it’s 20th Anniversary of award winning luxury cruising. In doing so the cruise line is offering a value-rich savings program with an unparalleled price guarantee.
That includes:

New 2-For-1 Fares Enjoy 50% savings in all categories on every 2010 sailing.
Up to $2,000 per couple in “All-Inclusive. As You Wish.” Spending Credits Receive up to $1,000 per person to spend any way you wish. Click here …

Atlanta mom and meeting planner, Lynn Yost, runs cruisinmom.com with her long time friend Suzanne Alea. For several years now she has been booking Atlanta families onto Disney and Royal Caribbean cruises at big savings. We went one year on a 7-day Eastern Caribbean cruise. It was the best vacation we had in years. My three kids had a ball and we had a great deal.
Lynn and Suzanne made it a stress-free, wonderful family vacation. The prices were very competitive, the advise invaluable and the treatment made us feel like …

Guests who book a balcony stateroom on select MSC Cruises’ 2009-10 Caribbean itineraries of MSC Poesia can save up to 50 percent off a connecting balcony stateroom.
This Family Plan offer applies for adjoining Category 9, 10 or 11 Balcony Superior staterooms (accommodating up to four guests) on most 5-, 7- and 10-night MSC Poesia 2009-10 Caribbean cruises beginning Nov. 10, 2009. Family Plan rates for four start at $625 per person.
Cruise itineraries include destinations in the Eastern and Western Caribbean and Panama, including ports like San Juan, Puerto Rico; Philipsburg, …

Disney Wonder Also to Sail Mexican Riviera;
Disney Magic to Spend Summer in Europe
For the first time ever, Disney Cruise Line will offer Alaskan cruises during a four-month season of seven-night sailings aboard the Disney Wonder in summer 2011. Combining the natural wonder and adventurous spirit of Alaska with the unparalleled, family-friendly experience provided by Disney Cruise Line, the Disney Wonder will depart out of Vancouver, B.C., calling on popular ports such as Juneau, Ketchikan and Skagway.
Before and after the 2011 summer season in Alaska, the Disney Wonder will sail seven-night …

Royal Caribbean shared with the media and trade recently that the new Oasis of the Seas will have its first nursery at sea— with infants accepted who are between six months and 36 months. This will complement the already robuts programs for older kids. Royal Babies and Tots nursery is a first for Royal Caribbean. This colorful space will serve as a fully-staffed nursery where children can be left in the care of Royal Caribbean’s trained professionals, as well as host various playgroups created by Fisher-Price and Crayola for babies …