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Sorry if this has already been covered...I have not see it here. Does the AIBP cover drinks on Princess Cays?

Love your photo reviews! Subscribed:)

Appreciate you taking the time to post this!Any photos would be greatly appreciated as well:)

Subscribing and looking forward to more updates!

Does anyone have experience cruising on the Emerald with children? Would love to hear that perspective as we consider this ship for spring break:)

We haven't done Emerald but my youngest, no 11, loves Princess. That's basically a beach days cruise and a nice get away - GT is one of our favorite ports and it is worth a walk down the main beach off the port property to take the island tram tour. As for FLL, if you have a car you could spend a day going over to the everglades. I would also recommend the Miami zoo. TA website will give you some other great options.

Thanks for your informative response! Greatly appreciated!

We are a family of 4 with two boys ages 6 and 9. Wondering what the Emerald Princess would be like for the children? It would be a 5 night cruise with stops in Princess Cays and Turks. Also any recommendations on what to do in Fort Lauderdale 2 days pre-cruise?

Great! Thanks for all of your help!

Anyone have any experience flying into FLL and renting a car to drive to Port Canaveral? I am thinking about doing this in March. Would be doing one night pre and post cruise so would have lots of time. Had planned to cruised RCL Navigator of the Seas so have flights purchased into FLL but now considering switching to the Carnival Sunshine (kids really want water slides). Any recommendations of hotels in a safe area along the way? May stop half way for the night?

Anyone have experience with MSC and how they handle food allergies onboard? Contemplating a MSC Divina cruise with two kids who are highly allergic to nuts. Would appreciate hearing about anyone's experience with this type of situation. Thanks.

Great review! I'm considering this cruise for my family, which includes two kids ages 6 and 9. Can someone please share what there was for kids on this cruise? Much appreciated.

Thanks!! We went to Paradise Beach years ago. I believe it has been upgrade significantly since then. Our friends love to go there. We just have a hard time giving up Nachi.

 

 

 

Hope you enjoy Indy!

Loved your review! We are cruising for the first time on the Indy in March with our two boys, ages 6 and 9. Which beach excursion would you recommend in Cozumel (and/or Costa Maya)? We are a little nervous about eating any food off the ship as both boys have severe nut allergies. Would love to hear any tips/recommendations you may have:)

Thanks very much for your responses!

Is it safe for people with NUT allergies? Do they serve flavours containing nuts?

We're taking SuperShuttle tomorrow from EWR to Port of Manhattan. $42 for two people. I'll let you know how it works out....

Thanks! I look forward to your response.

Could you provide more details? Exact date? How many kids and what are their ages? Are you staying overnight at the airport or in Manhattan? Hotel budget? Hotel bed configuration?

 

 

 

The answers to ALL these questions affect the cost of your various options.

If we are flying into Newark we will stay there overnight. 2 adults, 2 kids under 10. Looking to spend less than $500 for hotel and transportation.

We are booked on the Breakaway in March and now starting to look at some transportation options to/from the port and airport. Will be flying in the evening prior to embarkation day. Looks like Newark might have the cheaper flights (compared to LGA) but honestly don't know where to start with getting to/from the port since NCL does not offer transfers from there. Any tips/suggestions would be greatly appreciated. We will be travelling with kids so if the extra costs would be worth it for the convenience from LGA would like to know that as well. Thanks all!

Just booked a cruise on NCL Breakaway for Spring Break! I am planning to surprise my kids (boys, ages 6 and 9). Curious as to what other families experienced on this cruise or what some of the highlights were for the kids. Thanks for sharing:)

I believe we were told that the earliest flight should be after 1:30pm from LGA but there is a much better flight ($) available at 12:30. Any feedback from others who may have done this would be appreciated:). Thanks! This would be for the Breakaway

Great review! I am wondering what your opinion would be on Celebrity's Constellation vs the Getaway for kids ages 6 and 9? Thanks!

Can someone please explain the tip about hole punching the cards? Thanks.

Forgot to mention that the Dream is sailing out of New Orleans

Looking for a nice family cruise for March 2016. Booked on the Breakaway with Norwegian's beverage promo. But now second guessing my decision based on temperature in NYC during that time of year. Is the Carnival Dream a better option? My kids really want water slides. Flights to Florida are very expensive so these may be the only options. I would appreciate any feedback, especially from those who have sailed on these ships. Thanks :)

I am considering cruising on the Breakaway for March Break 2016. Although the ship looks great and the price is decent (better than flights to FLA) I'm a little concerned about the temperature/weather sailing from NY at that time of year. Does anyone have any experience with this that you can share to help me make the decision?

Age of the kids?

 

 

 

Mine were 11-15 and we've been on both ships. We all prefer the Sunshine....but...it isn't for everyone.

 

 

 

Sunshine has better waterworks and sports deck, Dream has better pools.

 

Sunshine has better choices for food, Dream does have Oceanside BBQ

 

Sunshine in areas appears to be a newer ship but in other areas shows it's age

 

Dream has a much better set up for Comedy Club.

 

 

 

BTW - For whatever reason, Sunshine takes at beating here on CC, almost cult like.

Thanks for your reply! Boys are ages 6 and 9. This would be our first Carnival cruise.