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Cruises are becoming more and more popular with families, entertainment and activities onboard have been carefully catered to suit children of all ages.

Cruising is one safe way to ensure your children are being looked after and not getting into mischief. Other then on board there is no where else for them to go, with staff walking around 24/7, and other passengers too, it is very hard for them to be in any danger. Staff are trained to a high standard when it comes to health and safety, and so much more. Every activity is carefully planned, from making teddy bear ears to crazy bingo to suit every age bracket.

Every reef ranger in the children’s clubs are friendly, passionate and trained, they are driven to make sure every child has an amazing holiday. Not to mention in the school holidays primary, secondary and early years teachers are employed for the season. This tops the level experience higher then any other cruise line.

Each club is designed to offer the right facilities to that age bracket, H2O (13-17yrs), Scubas (9-12yrs), Surfers (5-8yrs), Splashers (2-4yrs), Nursery (6months-2yrs), and Night Nursery (6months-4yrs). They will be surprised with everything that is on offer, pool tables to gaming consoles to soft play and more. Its the perfect place to make new friends as well as memories that last a life time. There is lots of opportunities to get hands on and creative throughout your cruise. Find more in-depth details on the P&O Cruises website. When cruising you will need to book your children in, as there is limited spaces due to covid guidelines.

There isn’t just an option to attend the kids clubs, there is plenty to do onboard around the clock. If they want to cool down from the heat, there is pools accessible to everyone. You can also find Splash Zone on the Iona and Splash Valley on the new ship Arvia, this is a aqua zone with shaded areas, breathtaking ocean views and open skies.

Head to the cinemas on board to watch all the latest blockbusters, whilst sitting on comfy seats. There is a show suited for everyone in the family. In every cabin there is a tv which is loaded with over 200 tv shows and films to watch from Friends, to musicals there is something on there for everyone. Pop to the top deck on the Arvia and Azura to watch films on the SeaScreen, showing films throughout the day into the evening, with popcorn and a blanket offered its perfect way to end your evening with the family.

Inspire all ages by watching the Headliners Theatre Company perform outstanding entertainment in the 2 tier auditorium, with two early evening performances. On the Arvia there is the There is also array of jaw dropping performances covering the ship throughout the day from, Buskers to Comedians to sports tournaments, there is ample amounts of entertainment to choose from.

Keep an eye out for Wallace & Gromit or Shaun the Sheep walking around the ship, they will be adding to the fun. Sit down for lunch with Shaun the sheep, or play hide and seek by following his trail, get crafty in the kids club with clay or sit down for a story time. Take some silly photos with the Wallace & Gromit or Shaun the Sheep its all included in the price of your holiday! Exclusive to Arvia enjoy a 30min show full of special effects, music and antics, giving you the best immersive experience across the sea.

I have been cruising with P&O since I was 4yrs old, I can still remember memories which I created on my holidays throughout the years. From meeting new friends I keep in touch with today at 24yrs, reading books which were signed by everyone that went to the clubs for those cruises. It has given me the ability to reflect on my memories as well as, realize the skills it taught me. Now I’m taking my niece into the kids clubs and listening to her stories in the evening, it truly makes me miss the excitement which I felt.