Thread: New and planning daughter's graduation cruise

Out of the blue, my daughter stated she'd like the family to take a cruise to celebrate her HS graduation May, 2007. Of course I think that's an excellent idea as I have always wanted to go on a cruise but I don't know where to go, which cruise line to pick, etc. I'm looking forward to great ideas from this board.

Welcome to CLF!!! What a great idea!!! There are cruises for everyone and we will help with anything you need!! If you have questions we love to answer. Make yourself comfy and enjoy!!!

Hi, murray, and Welcome to CLF!

This is just my opinion, but for a first cruise... and with a child the age of yours, I think you might want to look at a caribbean cruise. Everyone seems to enjoy the warmth, beautiful waters, and welcoming people of the islands... especially young people.

If your daughter slikes to swim and snorkel, the Western Caribbean has the better snorkeling reef locations, I think. If you are avid and dedicated shoppers, the Eastern Caribbean might be a good idea.

As for the cruise line, Celebrity and HAL are sometimes less appealing to young people, as the atmosphere is quieter, and there are fewer activities geared to the young and active. Royal Caribbean has lots of ammenities geared to active folks (rock climbing walls, ice skating rinks, parades, pool parties, etc) and theiir level of service is usually very appealing to young and old alike. Princess has movies under the stars on the pool deck.

Just some things to think about...

Are you looking for anything specific in an itinerary or cruise line? If so , our collective membership has a broad base of cruise experiene, and I'm sure someone will have answers to your questions, so ask away!

Murrayhaven.......Welcome to CLF!! You will find a great bunch of cruisers here who are willing to answer or help you to find an answer for just about anything and have fun while doing it too!

Sit back, and look around. ENJOY! We are one big family and we all love cruising!

Carnival is another possibility, lots of younger cruisers there.
You might want to Go to the general cruise questions and ask away, you will find more help available there.

Welcome! Pull up a chair and stay a while!

Welcome to CLF, Murrayhaven!

I am doing the same thing: planning a cruise for middle daughters' HS graduation next year. She is an artist, so I'm patiently waiting for the 2007 European itineraries to come out so that we can find one with as many ports close to major art museums in the Mediterranean region as possible .

Good luck! Everyone is super friendly and helpful. IF you need help, just holler and I'm glad to give you a hand.

Cheers~
Nicki

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Hi There
Welcome to CLF. You'll find many cruisers here who are very helpful and friendly. I hope you enjoy your stay

Welcome aboard. Seems a lot of good information has already been given, and I agree with the Caribbean. Have fun planning!

to CLF!!! What a fun idea for a graduation gift! You've come to the right place to collect information and find the right cruise for your family! Welcome aboard!