The ultimate Disney experience is available on Disney Cruise lines. With the “Mouse” in a design element around every corner, there is so much for kids to do onboard a Disney Cruise ship. Disney has made it easy for kids to connect with people their own age in a safe and fun environment. For the adults, this means the peace of mind and a little extra time for couples to reconnect as well. However, while there are plenty of ways for the kids to "do their own thing", there is ample opportunity for family time as well.
Disney's youth program is divided into groups based on age ranges:
- Teens Activities(ages13-17),
- Oceaneer Lab(ages 8-12),
- Oceaneer Club(ages 3-7)
- Flounder’s Reef Nursery(for the under 3 years old cruisers)
Qualification of Kid's Program Staff
Each group in the Disney Youth Program has their own counselors overseeing the activities, their own dedicated space, and age–appropriate planned activities for their group. The Youth Staff have formal education in Child Development, Education, Recreation or related areas and also have experiences handling groups of kids ages 3-17.
This information is provided as a general overview. It is best to verify the availability of services with the Disney Youth Program Staff for current pricing and operating hours once you are onboard.
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Disney Cruises Kid's Program Costs and Operating Hours
The Disney Cruise Youth Program is available throughout the year from 9AM to 12AM or 1AM with the exception of embarkation day. The youth program is complimentary.
Teens (Ages 13-17)
The Teens program on a Disney Cruise features a more casual way for teens to hangout and connect in an environment that suits them. They can watch movies, enjoy themed parties, play video and trivia games and participate in karaoke. There are also pizza parties, sport tournaments, pool parties and late night dancing for teens. There are also special shore excursions designed just for teens.
Oceaneer Lab (Ages 8-12)
The Disney Oceaneer Lab kids have their own dedicated space that gives them a place to call their own. They can enjoy watching movies, play Nintendo, scavenger hunts – just to name a few. There are also special activities planned for them including “Quackamation”, “Regatta Races” and “The 4th Pig’s Pasta Palace”.
Oceaneer Club (Ages 3-7)
Children in the Oceaneer Club program on a Disney Cruise are supervised by staff that has education in child development. You'll see your child's excitement grow as soon as they meet their counselor and get assigned to their group. Kids in the Oceaneer Club get to do fun and exciting activities such as “Mouseketeer training”, “Brother Bear” and “Ariel’s Bubble Party” to name just a few.
Babysitting On Disney Cruises
In room babysitting is not available on Disney Cruises. However, babysitting is available in the Flounder’s Nursery. Make sure to sign up on embarkation day. The cost is $11/hour/child and $1/child/hour for another child in the same family. Flounder’s Nursery is open daily.
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