Ahoy, parents! Planning a family holiday can feel like preparing for battle, especially when kids are involved. But fear not, because cruising on the Norwegian Epic is an adventure the whole family will love (yes, even parents!).
Picture it: easy travel, endless entertainment and no need to hear, “Are we there yet?” every five minutes. Now that’s what we call a win!
So, grab your sunscreen and, well, basically your whole house (because guess what? No luggage limits here!) and here’s everything you need to know for a family cruise, right from Malta!
1. Kick Off with a Stress-Free Start: Embarking from Malta
Let’s face it—travelling with kids often means hearing “I’m tired” before you’ve even left the airport. But the beauty of starting your cruise from Malta? No long flights, no extra layovers. You’re ready to sail away from home sweet home, which means more time in vacation mode (and fewer sandwiches crammed into carry-ons). As soon as you board, the holiday begins. We call that a parenting win!
2.Book Those Family Rooms Early!
Okay, parents, real talk: cruise cabins aren’t exactly ballrooms, but they’re cozy and when you’re on the Norwegian Epic, they’re perfect for family bonding (and yes, we mean the kind where everyone’s close enough to share their snacks). Norwegian’s family cabins give you just enough room for a little privacy without losing sight of each other because who doesn’t want to know what’s going on at all times, right?
But here’s the deal: these cabins are popular, so make sure to book early if you want the prime setup for your sea adventure!
3. Non-Stop Entertainment for the Kiddos
Now, you might be asking, “What am I going to do with my kids for a whole week?” Answer: Let the Norwegian Epic take the wheel! The ship is loaded with entertainment options for every age.
For the little ones, there’s Splash Academy (think crafts, games and endless fun). Teens have Entourage, a club all to themselves with a lounge and activities they’ll love (and where they’ll hopefully forget they have parents for a while). There’s even a giant water park, sports courts, and—wait for it—bowling. Yep, the Epic has it all, which means they’ll be busy and you might even get a little relaxation time. Dare to dream, parents.
4. Kid-Friendly Dining Options (AKA: The Food Court for Tiny Humans)
Meal time can feel like a three-ring circus. But cruising has you covered! Norwegian Epic offers a variety of dining options that make feeding your kids as easy as pie (which, yes, they have on board). From casual eateries to kid-friendly menus and even an ice cream station, it’s a little slice of heaven for hungry families. And here’s a parenting perk: no cooking or cleaning. Can we get a hallelujah?
5. Effortless Embarkation and Disembarkation for Families
If you’re worried about dragging your kids in and out of the ship, don’t be. The Norwegian Epic is built to make embarkation and disembarkation easy as can be. Want to take a quick trip off the ship? No problem! It’s smooth sailing (literally) when it comes to getting on and off for family excursions. Just step right out, enjoy a day on shore and hop back on in time for dinner. You’ll be back before the kids can say, “I’m bored!”
6. A Little Fun for the Parents, Too
We get it. You’re here for family time, but let’s be real, every parent needs a break now and then. While the kids are off making new friends, check out the spa, take a dip in the pool or catch a show. There’s even babysitting available in the evenings for a bit of grown-up time (where you can actually finish a sentence). Because, hey, you’re on holiday too!
Why Norwegian Epic is the Ultimate Family Cruise Adventure
Let’s face it, cruising with kids has its challenges, but the Norwegian Epic makes family travel easy, fun and surprisingly relaxing. From spacious family rooms to onboard entertainment for all ages and easy embarkation from Malta, this ship is ready to give your family the holiday you deserve.
And here’s the best part: SMSMondial are experts in family-fun travel! With years of experience, they’ve learned a few tricks to make vacations with kids go smoothly. (You could say they’re like the duct tape of family travel: versatile, reliable and always there when you need us!) So let them help you plan a vacation where you can relax, the kids will be entertained and everyone leaves with a smile—and maybe even a tan.
Because as every parent knows: happiness on holiday is 90% planning and 10% dad jokes. They’ve got the planning down and we can throw a few free dad (or mum) jokes to share if you need them.
