Traveling with a Baby This Summer? Cruises Might Be Your New Secret Weapon

Traveling with a Baby This Summer? Cruises Might Be Your New Secret Weapon

Yes, you read that right — cruising with a baby can actually be easier than you think.

When you're a new parent, the idea of going on vacation can feel... hilarious. Or terrifying. Or both. But here’s a not-so-crazy idea: a cruise. Seriously. Cruises can be one of the most baby-friendly, low-stress travel options for new parents, and we’re here to break down why.

As a parent I’ve done the diaper changes in airport bathrooms and the "why did we do this?!" road trips. Trust me — the right cruise can feel like a floating support system. Here are some reasons why if you were thinking a cruise may not be a good idea.

1. Everything’s in One Place

   No lugging strollers through airports. No hopping in and out of Ubers. On a cruise, your room, food, entertainment, and activities are all right there. You unpack once and relax.

2. Built-In Childcare Options

   Many cruise lines offer nursery services or childcare, even for babies as young as six months. That means you can get a massage, enjoy dinner, or maybe — just maybe — take a nap.

3. Meals Made Easy

   Cruises are basically a buffet with a view. Most have baby-friendly food, high chairs, and staff that actually seem to enjoy babies (bless them). No cooking or dishwashing required. And many cruise lines have Family Hours at the seated dinners so even if your baby is not on her best behavior, it doesn't matter, because its family hour.

4. Cabins with Balconies = Nap Nirvana

   Naptime doesn’t have to mean being trapped in the dark. A balcony cabin lets you sit outside with a drink while the baby naps inside. Parenting win!

5. New Memories (and Milestones!)

   First Sleep Through the Night, maybe? First Date Night? Bring Cheers to You, Baby! along to capture it all — and stick one of our milestone stickers on a fancy drink while you’re at it.

   
   

Final Cruise Tip: Not all cruise lines are equally baby-friendly. Research ones like Royal Caribbean, Disney, or Norwegian that have strong reputations with families. And don’t forget to pack the baby book — because you’re going to want to remember this kind of crazy.

BONUS TIP: Want to really make it special, get family cruise t-shirts on CruisGroupTShirts.com they have some great, fun designs for the whole family! Use code: THANKS10 for 10% off your order!

EXTRA BONUS TIP: You can use the same code for 10% off of our CheersToYouBaby! Milestone Book!