Season 4, Episode 8: Can I Have Fun on a Cruise With a Baby?

Hey, traveler! If you are a new parent desperately in need of a vacation, you have probably asked yourself this exact question: Can I actually have fun on a cruise with a baby in tow? In this episode of Talk Travel to Me, host Kristy Ouellette (Owner and Founder of Mickey Guru Travel Company) tackles this common listener question with a resounding YES! Cruising with an infant is absolutely doable and incredibly fun, as long as you know the rules of the sea and set the right expectations. Kristy breaks down everything you need to know before you set sail with your littlest sailor.

In this episode, we cover:

• Age Requirements: Did you know your baby needs to be a certain age to cruise? We cover the 6-month rule for standard sailings and the 1-year rule for trans-oceanic and longer itineraries.
• Baby Gear & Packing: What you can get for free on board (like Pack 'n Plays and bottle warmers) versus what you must pack yourself. Plus, crucial rules about bringing baby food and formula on board!
• Childcare at Sea: A breakdown of drop-off nurseries (like Disney's It's a Small World Nursery), including costs, age limits, and how to take advantage of free "Open House" family playtime.
• Onboard Activities: How to entertain a baby on a ship! From the hilarious "Jack-Jack Diaper Dash" to the adorable themed splash pads (and why un-potty-trained babies are strictly prohibited from the main pools).

Whether you want to drop your baby off at the nursery for a quiet adults-only dinner at Palo, or keep them with you 24/7 for maximum family memories, this episode is your ultimate guide to cruising with a baby.

Next Week's Tease: Make sure you are subscribed because next week we are tackling a massive topic: Is Disney's Lightning Lane Premiere Pass actually worth the money?

Special show links:

It’s a Small World Nursery : https://disneycruise.disney.go.com/onboard-activities/its-a-small-world-childrens-nursery/

Royal Caribbean Baby & Tots Program: https://www.royalcaribbean.com/cruise-activities/babies-and-tots-programs

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