Sunrise view from the helipad of Royal Caribbean’s Liberty of the Seas, showing the front of the ship and the open ocean — captured by Cruising Reitz to inspire family cruise adventures and travel stories.

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Children riding the carousel with their grandmother on the Boardwalk aboard Symphony of the Seas.

Cruising with Kids: What We Wish We Knew Before Our First Family Cruise

We learned a lot on our first family cruise — from overpacking to finding balance between adventure and downtime. In this post, we’re sharing what we wish we knew before setting sail with kids, plus a few practical tips to help your first cruise go smoother (and a lot more fun!). Perfect for parents planning their first family cruise adventure.

Adam Reitz

Apr 244 min read

Family of four standing on the pier at Perfect Day at CocoCay with the colorful sign in the background.

Our First Cruise with Kids: What It Was Really Like on Symphony of the Seas

What’s it really like cruising with kids? Adam shares our honest, joy-filled experience aboard Symphony of the Seas — the trip that turned us into lifelong cruisers.

Adam Reitz

Mar 265 min read

Two young boys lying on their bellies on a cruise ship stateroom bed, smiling at the camera with a towel animal between them.

Behind the Blog: Why We Started Cruising Reitz — and What It Means to Us

A milestone birthday turned into a family adventure — and the beginning of Cruising Reitz, our story of travel, connection, and joy at sea.

Jennifer Reitz

Jan 303 min read