New cruise ships and new ways to experience favorite destinations top our list of 2026's best family vacation ideas.

Royal Caribbean is continuing the expansion of its revolutionary Icon Class of the world’s largest cruise ships in 2026 with the summer launch of Legend of the Seas, the third ship in the roster.

PortMiami may be the Cruise Capital of the World, but nearby Port Everglades in Fort Lauderdale is a cruise powerhouse, too. The South Florida port is positioned for record-breaking passenger growth ...

Forget a long and winding road trip. For a low-stress winter vacation with the kids, step onto what can feel like a floating amusement park: a family-friendly cruise ship. Vacations at sea can be a ...

Cruises are no longer a vacation but a lifestyle. From the size of the ships to the number of people, from onboard Picassos to Disney princesses, it’s less about whether you take a cruise than which ...

Many people don't think they'll dislike cruising, but in many cases, it's simply because they've come to believe some of ...

Working on cruise ships for several years has given me a unique perspective on what passengers should really know before booking their dream vacation. Millions of travelers board cruise ships each ...

If a cruise, especially one to Alaska, is your idea of a dream vacation, the Seattle area is one of the most convenient places to live. According to the Port of Seattle, we’ve grown into the No. 1 ...

As summer vacations begin, millions of families board cruise ships in Florida, New York, Texas, Washington state and California to set sail for the Caribbean, Europe or Alaska. For many, it’s a ...