famcruiser

Oops! My mom called while I was responding. Sorry, he doesn't win... Either way, he still has done by 9 what many many children never get to do.

Our son was 13 (I think) when we all reached the Diamond level. Our son has always cruised with us. It's one of the best family vacations we take. We get some alone time and plenty of family time all in one trip. So, tell your son, so far , he wins!

I hate that because I'm so excited to get up in the morning on a cruise that I wake up early, then I can't stay awake much later than the show after dinner. Same thing...my fault, not the cruises.

Thanks! I knew there was something important we hadn't thought of (drinking something from someone else)! And, I like the contract idea. I think they'll think twice (or more, hopefully) about doing something they shouldn't when they signed a contract. I'm pretty sure they will join in most of the activities in the teen program, but we want to cover all bases in case they don't. We're all looking forward to it; it's been a few years since we've cruised. To us, a cruise is one of the most relaxing vacations there is.

We're on the RCI Freedom the end of June. We are traveling with a group and our 12 yo son and his 13 yo friend will be too old for a formal kids program. This will be the first time for both boys to not be in a full time program. So, we are going to let them do things on their own. What are suggestions for rules for them to follow (other than the obvious - ie. "never go into someone else's room")? They're good kids, but we're afraid that the freedom they will have onboard will have them doing things that they normally wouldn't. We've already laid out some rules, but are afraid that we aren't thinking of everything. Any suggestions would be appreciated!