10 Best Cruises for Families
Where They Cruise: Alaska, Antarctica, British Isles, Caribbean, Egypt, Europe, Galapagos, Mediterranean, South America
Kids Will Love: Digging in dirt, studying volcanoes, jungle excursions.
Lindblad Expedition operates small ships including this 45-passenger sailing yacht, which attracts a well-traveled grown-up audience. But kids are welcome, and special family excursions in places including Greece, Costa Rica, and the Galapagos are encouraged. Thanks to its affiliation with National Geographic, the naturalist staff on these cruises gets special training from National Geographic Kids magazine in how to deal with and educate kids, with activities in Greece, for instance, including simulated archaeological excavation and volcanic studies.
Insider Tip: Your friends can follow the cruise on the Web via daily expedition reports and videos.
Deal: Nine-day Greek Isles (excursions included), from $4,980 ($500 less for kids under age 18), July and August.