Top 5 Reasons Our Six Teenagers Converted Us to Cruise Lovers

1. Freedom That Works for Teens and Parents

With six teenagers, independence matters. On a cruise, they had the freedom to roam, explore, meet up, and make choices—while still being in a safe, controlled environment. That balance is incredibly hard to find on land.

2. No One Had to Compromise

This was huge. On past trips, someone was always bored or annoyed. On the ship, everyone did their own thing. Surf simulators. Sports courts. Teen clubs. Late-night food. Quiet corners. With six teens, the ability to split up—and reconnect later—changed everything.

3. The Ship Was the Destination

I worried about switching locations every day. Instead, the opposite happened. The kids didn’t want to leave the ship. The ship itself became the vacation—packed with entertainment, food, and hangout spaces that never felt repetitive.

4. Modern Ships = Minimal Seasickness

This was a big concern for me. On ships like Oasis of the Seas, stability is impressive. Between fresh air, movement control, and flexible schedules, seasickness simply wasn’t an issue.

5. It Was Shockingly Easy on Parents

No cooking.
No cleaning.
No long drives.

With six teenagers, that alone makes cruising worth considering.