How To Plan Romantic Vacations While On A Family Getaway

How To Plan Romantic Vacations With A Family

Family vacations are the perfect playground for making unforgettable memories with your loved ones. Whether you're looking to laugh with your kids as you travel the world or reconnect with your partner, both are possible on a cruise.

When you vacation on Royal Caribbean's award-winning fleet, you don't have to sacrifice one type of vacation for another. In fact, balancing family time and romance is easy at sea if you plan well. To get started, make sure you're taking advantage of all the cruise ship services for parents. Some are even available before you set sail.

For example, the Babies 2 Go program is made for parents who don't want to pack and lug all their little one's essentials onboard. Just order what you need ahead of time — diapers, baby food, wipes — and they'll be waiting for you in your stateroom when you board. That's one more thing checked off your to-do list, so you're one step closer to enjoying your romantic family getaway.

Speaking of your stateroom, if you're traveling with extended family, such as aunts, uncles, cousins or grandparents, you need to make sure you have enough space for everyone. Book adjoining rooms and thank yourself later when a family member volunteers to babysit for the night, and all of your child's things are in one place for easy access. You'll feel stress-free when you go out, and it'll be easier to focus on your partner.

Romance Ideas For Couples Traveling

Now that you know how your children will be spending their days at sea, consider the couples-only options onboard your cruise for one of the best romantic vacations around.

For starters, you've got an adults-only pool to lay next to while you sip your favorite cocktail. If you're more of an action-seeker, there's skydiving in the RipCord® by iFLY® wind tunnel, ziplining, rock-climbing walls, state-of-the-art waterslides and more. Many ships also come with a 40-foot-long FlowRider® surf simulator. The best part? These are only a fraction of the many experiences a family cruise offers.

Post-massage, squeeze in a poolside nap to really feel like you're on vacation. Then, get ready for a romantic dinner for two at one of the specialty restaurants on your ship. Make it an extra special date night by getting dressed up. Depending on what ship you cruise on, you can enjoy every type of cuisine from hand-rolled sushi and sashimi to perfectly grilled steaks, and a five-course gourmet meal and wine pairing thanks to the ship's chef and an expert sommelier — all in an intimate setting.

After dinner, dance the night away at one of the onboard clubs or grab a cozy lounge chair and catch a movie under the nighttime sky showcased poolside on a giant projection screen. Craving some excitement? See if Lady Luck is on your side at Casino Royale℠, another adults-only space on the ship.