Elizabeth Mitchell Kadar once thought she wasn’t a cruise person—until a mom friend convinced her and two others to take their seven kids aboard Royal Caribbean’s Star of the Seas.
The mega‑ship eliminated the stress of planning: food, entertainment, and lodging were all included, and the group only had to unpack once. They visited St. Thomas, St. Maarten, and CocoCay, where the kids loved the Thrill Waterpark.
Cruise Dining Options Rival Five‑Star Resorts
Kadar found the ship modern and spacious, rivaling five‑star resorts. The kids’ club, Adventure Ocean, stayed open until 10 p.m., giving the moms time to enjoy peaceful dinners.
Dining options impressed, from the Aquadome Market’s international stalls to casual buffets and endless kid‑friendly snacks. Entertainment ranged from pools and waterslides to Torque, a Vegas‑style production they watched twice.
The convenience and fun changed her perspective: cruising made group travel with children easy and enjoyable. With parenting duties shared among friends and kids happily entertained, the moms could relax.
Already, they’re planning next year’s trip and recruiting more families. As Kadar put it, “I guess we’re cruise people now.”
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