Many people feel these are in the same class, others disagree.
They are both great for kids and singles but I really think it comes down to ships. That being said I will offer the opinion that NCL is a step above all but the newest Carnival ships.
Carnival does have that party image too so if you are looking to have some fun, it is a good option.
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With the final payment due to Disney, I received a tear-apart envelope that I figured was junk mail. Inside were the details on what was due. There was no number to call and paying was rather difficult.
I would rate the paying Disney part of the paying is very friendly and it is almost like they don’t want you to pay to keep the deposit.
We will start booking things on Disney and will have more to report before the actual sailing.
I would like to take my 18-year-old daughter and her friendon a cruise ship that offers dancing and other activities like moviesand video arcades?
The bigger, newer ships will have more teens, moreentertainment facilities and more planned activities for children of allages as long as you travel during the summer, spring break or duringChristmas/New Year’s holidays. Organized programming for teens typicallygoes through age 17, but it’s been my experience that older teens needstructure less than young children, and they’ll find a way to meet eachother and have fun, even without special programs.
I’d recommend you choose your cruise based on the quality of the ship,the itinerary and the price, and don’t worry too much about programs andfacilities specifically for teenagers.
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Is there abetter way to celebrate the Holidays than a Disney Christmas Cruise in 2011.? The Disney Wonder and Disney Magic will be sailing from Cape Canaveral for a very special Christmas Disney fun. What makes a Christmas cruise with Disney so special?
The Disney cruise ships start decorating for Christmas right before Thanksgiving. Disney never does anything that is not over the top and you will see the Holiday spirit everywhere. As soon as you enter the terminal you will see the Christmas decorations. When you get on the ship you can be welcomed on to the ship and step into the beautiful Holiday decorations in the atrium. I hear there 25 Christmas trees on each ship, with the largest at almost 3 decks in height being in the atrium. On the first night of your cruise make sure you watch the tree lighting ceremony. Watch out for the snow – of course Disney really can make it snow when it is 80 degrees!
Toddlers (ages 2 – 5)
From finger painting to cartoon time, arts and crafts to puppet shows, toddlers ages 2-5 are sure to have a blast. And, Carnival provides babysitting services in the evenings (for a nominal fee), so Mom and Dad can get in some “quiet time,” too.
Children also get their very own menus, featuring all their favorite foods. Hot dogs, chicken nuggets, pizza, macaroni & cheese and spaghetti & meatballs are all available on a Carnival cruise, so even pint-size guests can feel pampered on their “Fun Ship” family vacation.
Carnival provides stroller rentals fleet-wide, for a nominal fee.
Activities for toddlers may include:
SeaNotes Sing-a-longs – Music and Movement Activities
H2Ocean – Make your own Playdoh
Picture Bingo – Bingo for prizes/candy
A-B-Seas Reading and Story Time
Kid’s Talent Show
Face Painting
Soft Play Equipment
ExerSeas Indoor Ball Games, Parachute Games
Mini Late Night Parties – Including Candy Art, Dancing, Games & Sno Cones
“Fun Ship” Freddy Theme Activities
Movie Nights
Kids Dance Parties
T-Shirt Decorating
Note: Toddlers do not have to be potty-trained in order to be a part of Camp Carnival; parents simply need to provide the youth staff with diapers and toiletries for their child.
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