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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Do you want to start your vacation completely stressed out? Probably not! In this episode of Talk Travel to Me, host Kristy Ouellette reveals the top three things travelers should never do at the airport. From major security line blunders to the boarding gate behaviors you need to avoid at all costs, Kristy shares her best insider tips for a seamless travel day. Tune in to find out what you should never do at the airport!

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It is the classic theme park dilemma: you want to be prepared for every possible scenario, but you also don't want to feel like a pack mule carrying a 50-pound backpack in the blazing Florida sun. So, what is the perfect balance? In this episode of Talk Travel to Me, host Kristy Ouellette (Owner and Founder of Mickey Guru Travel Company) empties out her own backpack to answer the ultimate packing question.

Kristy walks you through exactly what you need to survive a 12-hour park day at Walt Disney World or Universal Studios, covering:

• The Absolute Non-Negotiables: From portable chargers to the right kind of sunscreen, the items that will save your day.
• What to Leave at the Hotel: The common items people overpack that end up just weighing them down.
• Weather Preparedness: How to handle those sudden afternoon downpours without letting them ruin your fun.

Whether you are a chronic overpacker or a minimalist, hit play to learn how to pack the perfect bag for your next theme park adventure!

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