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Summer Camps at Sea: For Bourgeoning Environmentalists, Aspiring Chefs, and Imagineers in the Making, Plus a 2018 Family Travel Planner

DETROIT (May 31, 2018) –Looking for a family vacation that also incorporates the experience summer camp, the hallmark of childhood? Summer camps at sea give your children the best of both worlds and create wonderful childhood memories with activities and programs that give the very best land-based counterparts a run for their money.

Do you have a bourgeoning environmentalist? Paul Gauguin Cruises offers a “unique program that introduces families to the extraordinary natural wonders of French Polynesia through direct, hands-on, interactive experiences with marine and island ecosystems.”

Are you encouraging an aspiring chef? Does your child have an interest in the culinary arts? Holland America Line  has a Culinary Arts Center for Kids, where children can learn to make breakfast, lunch, dinner and snack items in 45-minute workshops.

Do you have an Imagineer in the making?  From royalty, to monsters, to superheroes, Disney has created some of the most memorable characters- and experiences-  in history. Interactive summer camp programs on Disney Cruise Line immerse your child in a world of creativity; you may find that this is how Imagineers are created!
Below is a sampling of what the children’s programs have to offer… Be sure to click in to read about each program in its entirety and click here to see a comprehensive listing of all the cruise lines’ children’s programs.

Princess Cruises offers a variety of activities for children aged 3-17, grouped by age. These groups have their own set of age-appropriate activities, often with separate facilities. Princess’s larger ships feature sprawling youth centers with indoor and outdoor areas. To make planning simple, a schedule outlining the next day's youth activities is delivered to your cabin each evening.
The line features activities like ice cream and pizza parties, pajama parties and the opportunity to participate in Jr. CHEF@Sea for younger children, and teens have options like hip-hop dance classes, casino nights, mocktails, and special teen-only dinners.
Read more about Princess Cruises Children’s Program here.
To book a cruise with Princess Cruises, or to find out more about the line, click here.
See more Premium Cruise Line Children’s Programs here.

Royal Caribbean offers nursery programs for children and toddlers ages 6-36 months. Their programs for children are divided into different age groups, ranging from ages 3-17.
Royal Caribbean is home to the DreamWorks Experience, where young cruisers can experience activities such as story time, dance parties, parades, ice shows and aqua shows with characters from the DreamWorks Animation movies.
Kids and teens can enjoy activities like rock climbing competitions, theme nights, and pool parties into the late evening with extended hours in the Adventure Ocean and teen-only spaces.
Read more about Royal Caribbean’s Children’s Program here.
To book a cruise with Royal Caribbean, or to find out more about the line, click here.
See more Upscale Contemporary Cruise Line Children’s Programs here.

Paul Gauguin has a unique program on select sailings in partnership with the Wildlife Conservation Society. It is designed especially for families, and lets parents and children pick and choose from a series of “onboard activities and daily excursions that reveal the natural wonders and rich culture of Polynesia by land and sea. Adults are encouraged to join in for the additional cost of the excursions.”
Read more about Paul Gauguin’s Children’s Program here.
To book a cruise with Paul Gauguin, or to find out more about the line, click here.
See more Luxury Cruise Line Children’s Programs here. (Note: most ultra-luxury cruise lines do not offer formal children’s programs, so if these lines are a consideration for your family, be sure to read about their children’s amenities very carefully.)

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