Why take a multi-generational cruise?

A multi-generational cruise is exactly as it sounds – a family cruise holiday that you would take as a group with members of your family across multiple generations. It usually includes grandparents, parents and grandchildren and can cover multiples of this so there are parental siblings, or significant others of children, dependent on how old they are.

Family dynamics have continued to evolve over the years with grandparents helping out with childcare, families living apart or even merging after break ups and when new partners are found in a ‘blended’ capacity. Family cruises would cater for all of this with no need for any limitations as to who could travel together. As such, a multi-generational family cruise is the true essence of a family holiday. Share cultural encounters, exciting excursions, and an abundance of learning opportunities on board an ocean, river, expedition or yacht-style cruise with your family.

The benefits of family cruises are huge which is why we at Panache Cruises are such big fans of it. These benefits are so varied that they will affect different holidaymakers in different ways. We’ve put together some of the areas of cruising that we find the most positive:

• It allows you to see many different parts of the world on a single holiday with ease – you need only unpack once and settle into your accommodation for the duration. The family cruise itineraries are expertly curated to ensure you get to the heart of the regions you are visiting and are shown the very best of them. This is further compounded by the shore excursions on offer of which you can take advantage. There are enrichment programmes on board to educate you about where you are seeing and local influences are further brought in through the menus served in the dining rooms and the entertainment you will have of an evening. This means everyone can benefit in their own way on a family cruise.
• The facilities on board allow you to do as much or as little as you desire throughout the duration of your family cruise. You can choose to relax on the sun deck and be waited on with beverages of any kind. You can take part in some vigorous activity in the fitness suite. You could indulge in wellness in one of the classes available or even have a treatment in the spa. There will be all manner of entertainment offered on board, whether it be deck games or organised events in the lounge area. Whilst ashore you can opt for one of the excursions on offer or alternatively you could perhaps explore yourself on foot or on one of the bikes which are often provided. Family cruises offer so much in terms of enjoyment suitable for all. Some cruise lines will even cater to younger children and host on board kid's clubs and activities to keep your children occupied while you enjoying a spa treatment or romantic dinner.
• You’ll be treated to some of the finest dining on offer thanks to the input from culinary experts and world-renowned chefs. Menus are varied, offering something for everyone, especially on the ships with multiple restaurants. You’ll also find the chefs shop locally in port to provide a ‘farm-to-table’ concept meaning you’re eating fresh, nutritious and locally-inspired food. Family cruises will ensure all members of the party can eat as they please.
• The sommeliers ensure the wine cellars are stocked with the finest choices from the regions you’ll visit but also from the rest of the world. You’ll have the opportunity to try rare and exquisite bottles or stick to your favourite.
• Depending on what type of family cruise you choose, it can be a very easy way of travelling too. For example, if you opt for many of the cruises offered by Panache Cruises, you will find that absolutely everything you require for a fabulous holiday is included within the price. And we really do mean everything. From all your food and drinks at all times (including 24-hour in suite dining), to a choice of excursions in every port, to gratuities, to butler service, to WiFi and more, there really will be no need to pay for anything whilst on your family cruise.
• Family cruises can be one of the safest ways to travel. There is very little crime on board the ships and thanks to structured and well-planned excursions the risks are reduced ashore too. With regards health on board, the cleanliness of family cruise ships is of paramount importance and always will be. There are medical facilities on board in the event of illness or injury too, equipped to hospital standard in many cases.
• Service on board, especially on the luxury ships, is second-to-none in the travel industry. With highly attentive staff at fantastic ratios often close to 1:1, the service you receive will be personalised to sot your individual needs and requirements at all times. Family cruises in luxury mean you’ll want for nothing.

Want to experience this? Give the Panache Cruises team a call on 0161 513 8200 and they'd be happy to help!