8 Best Family Cruises 2024

Your kids will love: The stomach-dropping slides— if they’re brave enough and tall enough to try the 10-storey-high Ultimate Abyss or Perfect Storm slide trio (they must be at least 44 and 48 inches, respectively)—and yummy fun on a bun at Boardwalk Dogs (preferably in that order). Younger kids can interact with Dreamworks characters or cool off at Splashaway Bay.

You'll love: The sophistication of Central Park and the familiar old-school fun of Grease, The Musical.

Family-friendly excursions: Nassau options include access to Atlantis resort’s water park. In Jamaica, swim with dolphins or play in Dunn’s River Falls; in Cozumel, raft through underground caverns; and on Labadee, try the world’s longest overwater zip line.

Insider tip: Reserve the same table nightly in one of the dining rooms and your kids will enjoy being greeted by the same waiters. But do set aside at least one night to dine as a duo on Michael Schwartz’ menu at One Fifty Central Park or to savour Jamie Oliver’s dishes at Jamie’s Italian.