The phrase “bored to death” doesn’t exist on these teen-friendly cruise lines.
Teenagers can be some of the hardest people to please. They’re at that time in their lives where the worst thing in the world is to be seen with their parents. So being stuck with the family on a cruise ship can seem like a nightmare.
If that’s the case with your teen, then turn their frowns upside down with the plethora of activities on these cruise line.
They offer everything from wicked waterslides to teenage lounges, so they won’t have to “hang” with you if they don’t want to.
1. P&O Cruises
Hailed as the Best Family Cruise Line by Out And About With Kids magazine in 2014, P&O Cruises caters to all members of the family with four dedicated kids clubs to suit various ages.
For tweens 11–14 years old, the place to be is HQ. It’s the ultimate chillout space with movies, video games and karaoke sessions. For teenagers 15–17 years old, there’s HQ+. It’s a more adult version of HQ that features a movie-making studio and teen jam
- Teenage lounges: HQ and HQ+
- Teen activities: Jam bands, movie-making, movies
- Teen-only parties? No.
Top teenage friendly cruise features and which lines have them:
If your teen things cruising is for an older crowd, just refer to this list of teen-approved activities you can do onboard ships. Depending on the line and package you book, they're not all included in the cruise fare, so we'd recommend checking with the line directly to see if there are any extra costs associated with the activity.
| Activity | Cruise line(s) |
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| Zip lining/Flying Fox |
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| Laser tag |
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| Rock climbing |
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| Waterslides/Waterpark/Splashpads |
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| Segway obstacle course |
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| Surfing |
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| Ropes course |
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| Indoor Skydiving |
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| Dodgems/Bumper cars |
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| Ice skating |
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| Basketball court |
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| Video arcade |
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Importance of cruise travel insurance
Family holidays are expensive enough and a lot of work goes into planning the perfect getaway - especially when it comes to hard-to-please teenagers. You shouldn't need to worry about any added expenses or stress if your trip doesn't go according to plan.
Getting cruise travel insurance can cover you in more ways than just a regular travel insurance policy, including cover for missed shore excursions, cabin confinement and even medical evacuations if an emergency happens on board. Having the right cover will also come in handy if something were to happen to anyone in your family on the holiday - not just your teen.
Top teenage-friendly tour deals and flights
G Adventures
Up to 30% off tours worldwide
Save on sailing trips and small-group adventures worldwide until July 2019 including India, Sri Lanka, China, USA, Cuba, Thailand, Vietnam, Caribbean, Peru, Brazil, Ecuador, Colombia, Chile, South Africa, New Zealand, Italy, France, Spain, Portugal, Iceland and more.
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AnyBoat
Sydney New Year's Eve cruises from just $400
Experience New Year's Eve on Sydney Harbour aboard a cruise that'll get you up close to the midnight fireworks display. Dinner, drinks and BYO options available.
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Gate1 Travel
Up to $1,100 off European river cruises
Valid on select dates from March 2019 - November 2019. Destinations include Budapest, Munich, Prague, Berlin, Krakow and more. Note: Deposit must be paid by 7 November 2018 to receive discount.
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Groupon
15% off Sydney New Year's Eve cruise
Valid on 31 December 2018. Includes full cocktail menu, beers, champagne and red and white wine. T&Cs apply.
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Gate1 Travel
Extra $700 off Christmas market river cruises in Europe
Available on a 9-day Christmas market cruise through Germany and the Netherlands in 2019.
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Let's Ferry
20% off early bookings
Valid for one way or round trip travel on the Adriatic line until 31 December 2019. T&Cs apply.
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Let's Ferry
Blue Star Ferries from just 20€
Valid on select dates for travel until 31 October 2019. Destinations include Cyclades routes, Dodecanese routes and Northern Aegean Routes. T&C's apply.
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Cudo
Up to 40% off 5-day Moreton Island cruise with P&O
Valid for cruise on 13-17 May 2019 from Sydney. Includes four nights interior cabin accommodation and an all-inclusive meals onboard. T&Cs apply.
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Up to 20% off Norwegian sailings
Valid for cruise on select dates between January 2019 - April 2022. Destinations include Hawaii and Pacific. T&Cs apply.
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$25 deposits for select cruises
Pay only $25 to secure 2020 fly, cruise and stay packages. Destinations include London, Hong Kong, Penang, Taipei, Tokyo, Singapore, Hawaii, Sydney, Greek Islands and more. T&Cs apply.
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Veltra
Up to 6% off Sydney Harbour New Year's Eve cruise
Valid on 31 December 2018. Includes unlimited drinks. T&Cs apply.
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Viator
Sydney New Year's Eve tickets from $299
Sydney Opera House Gala, New Yew Year's Eve fireworks cruises, Sydney Tower dinner with fireworks views and more.
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34% off Sydney New Year's Eve cruise
Valid on 31 December 2018 with Legend Cruises. T&Cs apply.
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Cudo
34% off all-inclusive Sydney New Year's Eve cruise
Valid on 31 December 2018. Includes open bar, canapes on arrival and standing buffet. T&Cs apply.
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50% off second guest on Royal Caribbean Cruises
Valid on select sailings departing between January - March 2019. Includes up to $1,000 onboard credit. T&Cs apply.
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Up to 30% off Princess cruises
Valid on select sailings between February 2019 - April 2020. Destinations include Australia, New Zealand and South Pacific. T&Cs apply.
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50% off second guest + free internet
Valid on select 2019 cruises with Azamara. Destinations include Western Europe, Mediterranean Sea, Central America, Caribbean, Transatlantic and more. T&Cs apply.
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Cudo
59% off Sydney Boxing Day buffet dinner cruise
Valid on 26 December 2018 for three-hour cruise. T&Cs apply.
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Groupon
50% off Sydney harbour yacht stay
Valid until 30 April 2019. T&Cs apply.
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Groupon
32% off 3-night cruise from Sydney
Valid until 10 November 2019. Includes 3-night cruise with cabin accommodation, meals, onboard activities and more. T&Cs apply.
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Groupon
25% off overnight Sydney Harbour sailing
Valid from 14 December 2018 - 18 January 2019. Includes breakfast, dinner and drinks. T&Cs apply.
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P&O Cruises
Last-minute cruises from $313
Valid for cruise from 14 December 2018 - 9 February 2019. Destinations include Hamilton Island, Tasmania, Noumea, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Sunshine Coast and more. T&Cs apply.
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G Adventures
20% off select Thailand sailing tours
Valid for travel from 7 January - 1 April 2019. T&Cs apply.
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G Adventures
25% off select Mekong River cruises
Valid for travel on April 2019. T&Cs apply.
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CruiseAway
$1 deposits + up to $300 onboard credit
Available on select P&O Cruises departing on select dates from 15 February 2019. Destinations include Melbourne, Hamilton Island, Airlie Beach, Suva and more. T&Cs apply.
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Fred. Olsen
Up to 30% off Christmas and New Year's cruises
Valid for travel from November - December 2018. Destinations include South Pacific, Caribbean and Australia. T&Cs apply.
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Nexus Holidays
Up to $2,500 off Europe and Mediterranean cruise
Valid for travel between April - October 2019. Includes return economy flights with Etihad, 7-nights accommodation aboard MSC Seaview, roundtrip airport transfers, tours and more. T&Cs apply.
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$1 deposits + up to $300 onboard credit
Valid for cruises departing on select dates from 15 February 2019. Destinations include Melbourne, Hamilton Island, Airlie Beach, Suva and more. T&Cs apply.
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Free unlimited drinks package + $150 OBC
Valid for travel from March 2019 - April 2010 on 7+ nights cruises with MSC. T&Cs apply.
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Up to $600 free onboard credit with Carnival
Valid from 23 November 2018 - 30 December 2019 on select Australia and South Pacific destinations. T&Cs apply.
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P&O Cruises
Up to $200 on board credit on last-minute cruises
Valid from October - December 2018. Destinations include Moreton Island, Noumea, Hamilton Island, Vanuatu, Brisbane, Sydney and more. Cruises start from $315 per person for 3-night comedy cruises. T&Cs apply.
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Fred. Olsen
Fjords cruises from £679 + up to £100 tour credit
Valid for travel on select 2018-19 sailings. Choose from a complimentary all-inclusive drinks upgrade or up to £100 pp shore tour credit. T&C's apply.
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Fred. Olsen
No single supplement
Book select cruises as a solo traveller and pay no single supplement.
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Viator
Melbourne New Year's Eve party cruise from US$170
Valid on 31 December 2018. Includes dinner, wine, beer, spirits and soft drinks. T&Cs apply.
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Popular Cruises coupon codes
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| 12 Dec 2018 | Extra $700 off Christmas market river cruises in Europe | CNC**** |
| 13 Dec 2018 | Up to 30% off tours worldwide | ******** |
| 15 Nov 2018 | Sydney New Year's Eve cruises from just $400 | ******** |
| 7 Nov 2018 | Up to $1,100 off European river cruises | ******** |
| 12 Dec 2018 | 15% off Sydney New Year's Eve cruise | ******** |
