Family Cruises 2023
With such a variety of family cruises in 2023, there’s really a cruise for every family, no matter your preferences.
Don’t rule out smaller ships, but know that larger ships have a broader range of activities, along with more choices for accommodations to suit your entire family.
In 2016, our family sailed the then-largest cruise ship in the world, the Harmony of the Seas.
It was an epic adventure, sailing to postcard-perfect shores from Barcelona to Mallorca, and Sardinia.
Onboard, we’ve met lots of DreamWorks characters such as our favorite hippo Gloria and the Penguins of Madagascar. Unforgettable!
Are you just like us dreaming about cruising again with your entire crew of family members? Here are our Top 3 ultimate family cruises in 2023.
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The wonder of the Seas℠ is more than just another attraction. It’s Orlando’s best new family vacation — sailing from Cape Canaveral starting in November.
Everything is a big deal on the boldest and biggest ship in the world, the Wonder of the Seas℠.
What Your Family Will Love About this Cruise
- Be in awe watching a show at the AquaTheater featuring diving platforms, stunning ocean views, a dramatic new backdrop, and 137,000 gallons of water
- Have some splashing fun at the all-new Playscape, an Underwater World studded with Slides, Climbing Walls, and Games
- Catch some waves at the FlowRider® surf simulator
- This is a larger-than-life, island-hopping adventure with epic thrills for all ages.
- Or plummet 10 stories on the tallest slides at sea, the Ultimate Abyss℠
2. Alaska Family Cruise – Disney Cruise Line
Outdoor adventure and picturesque scenery will enchant all who embark on an Alaskan cruise aboard the Disney Wonder. Discover exciting ports featuring prehistoric glaciers, gold-mining relics, and eclectic shopping, while enjoying first-rate entertainment and family-friendly recreation on board the ship. Disney Cruise Line has it all on your next family cruise.
What Your Family Will Love About this Cruise
- Enjoy Broadway-style musicals, see your favorite Disney characters in new and exciting ways, and behold a new fireworks show at sea
- Be enchanted as the magic of Frozen springs to life before your eyes in this musical extravaganza inside the Walt Disney Theatre—now playing on the Disney Wonder
- Imaginative kids clubs, adult-exclusive hotspots, 3 themed pools—everywhere you turn, there’s something fun for everyone
- Amid fanciful restaurants, savor gourmet dining and casual bites—all with a dash of Disney whimsy
- Just a short “hop” from Tiana’s Place, discover a lively locale serving inspired libations and Big Easy charm. Stroll into the French Quarter Lounge and get swept up by bayou hospitality, Bourbon Street excitement, and all that jazz! From the iconic wrought-iron details to rousing live performances to a ceiling that sparkles with colored lights, it’s always Mardi Gras around here!
3. Verry Merrytime Bahamian Holidays Cruise – Disney Cruise Line
Create a new family tradition: celebrate the holidays at sea and be immersed in a winter wonderland of fun!
What Your Family Will Love About this Cruise
Be transported to the worlds of Frozen, Marvel, and Star Wars inside wondrously themed dining and lounge spaces.
Meet royalty and train alongside heroes at imaginative kids’ clubs. Rest and play at adult-exclusive spaces, and ride the first-ever Disney attraction at sea.
- Disney Characters in Their Holiday Finest
See some beloved Disney Characters in jolly holiday attire and take one-of-a-kind pictures to cherish throughout the year.
- Festive Fireworks
Join us for a grand celebration on deck, where the crew will light up the sky with special holiday fireworks.
- Santa Claus Sightings
Catch a glimpse of the one-and-only Kris Kringle before he takes to the sky and snap some selfies.
- Themed Activities and Crafts for Kids
Have some festive fun and get creative with Christmas cheer for the young and young-at-heart. - Holiday Merchandise
‘Tis the season to pick up exclusive, holiday-themed Disney Cruise Line gifts for family and friends—and make Christmas wishes come true. - Holiday Cheer at Disney Castaway Cay
A winter wonderland awaits you aboard each ship—as well as on Disney Castaway Cay! Our private island paradise is transformed with “snow” flurries, a Christmas tree, and more.
Are you looking for fun-filled and memorable family moments aboard a family-friendly cruise ship? We are here to book your next family cruise, and help you find the absolute perfect cruise ship and itinerary among the variety of luxury family cruises we offer.
Whether it’s a Disney cruise with magical encounters with Mickey, a themed family cruise with Pixar and Marvel, or adventures such as surfing, skydiving, or bumper cars at sea.
Through the Virtuoso Voyages program, you’ll receive added benefits when you book through a Virtuoso travel advisor.
Perks include:
- Dedicated onboard hosts
- Private welcome reception
- Exclusive shore excursions, from VIP tours to outings with a private car and driver
- Shipboard credits and specialty dining options
Cruiseteau, based in London and Amsterdam, curates luxury family cruises that enchant every member of your family.
