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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]I find it relaxing because I do not have to feed or clean up after anyone.  If my kids don't like their dinner, then they can get something else to eat without it costing me anything.  Everyone gets to eat just what they want and at the end of the meal we just leave--there's no tip or bill to settle.

My kids are big enough that they can also keep themselves happy and busy on a cruise, but we're still in enough proximity that we get to spend quality time together.   We're a rather tightly wound bunch so on other vacations someone is always hungry, tired or bored and thus unhappy.  But on a cruise everyone chills out because they know they can do whatever they want.  For example, when my 10 yo finishes dinner she's allowed to get up and go to the kids club to see friends.  She doesn't get bored and complain at us while we enjoy our multi course meal and after dinner coffee.  Or when someone decides they're done swimming, they can just head to the room for a shower or to go get food, without needing the whole family to decide together to leave because we have to drive back to our rental.  All those small preferences being respected add up to a really relaxed, happy family.[/quote]

This!

When you have multiple kids—particularly at different ages with different interests and food preferences—cruises make it so easy.

On sea days you can sleep in or go do something. My husband usually gets up early to work out while I sleep in a bit. He brings coffee, fruit, and breakfast pastries to the cabin so I can enjoy it on the balcony. Big kids sleep in late while the younger ones join us for a proper sit down breakfast (not buffet—in the dining room). We find a quiet spot with lounge chairs and everyone decides what they want to do. Some are busy with activities, others hang out. I love having long talks with my teens on vacations kid this. Lots of family time as well as one on one moments.

If anyone wants a drink or snack, they can get it.

Never having to pull out a credit card is magical.

Beach days are always awesome. I’ve found quiet beaches thanks to local drivers and captains who take us off the beaten path.

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