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1. Royal Caribbean International Taking the top spot again is Royal Caribbean International, whose ships are made for families, with ziplines, surf simulators, kids’ clubs and more to keep youngsters happy. “Royal Caribbean has everything you can think of,” says Nicky Lynn of Althams Travel Services in +XGGHUVਭHOG ौLV VXPPHU ORRN RXW IRU Allure of the Seas’ three new waterslides and megaship Star of the Seas launching with a spectacular Family Townhouse.
2. MSC Cruises
MSC keeps the family fun going with waterslides, ropes courses, Formula One simulators and, from this summer, Lego shows and parades, family discos and teen parties. MSC World America debuted a Family Aventura district, with an overwater swing and lighthouse play area. Value for money was key; Michael Baker of Your Co-op Travel in Cheltenham VD\V “06& HGJHV LW GXH WR EHिHU SULFLQJ in a tough time for family expenses.”
3. Norwegian Cruise Line
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shows, plus family suites on Iona and Arvia. 5. Disney Cruise Line sprinkles pixie dust over the high seas in the form of character appearances, theatre shows and themed deck parties.
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