If your holiday season is anything like mine, it can be a bit hectic! Temperatures are dropping and tensions are rising. The kids are home from school and won't stop arguing with each other, your mother-in-law is critizing your cooking and every year you swear next year you're not hosting!
Set sail to destinations such as the Bahamas, Mexico and Hawaii, the white sandy beaches will have you dreaming of a different kind of White Christmas for years to come.
How relaxing would it be if you kept that promise and spent the holidays cruising around the Caribbean having someone catering you for a change? Whether you're looking for family friendly options so you can bring the little ones, or an adults only getaway, here are our top choices for Caribbean cruises to take over the holiday season!
1. Disney Cruise Lines Very Merrytime Cruise
No holiday cruise list would be complete without Disney's Very Merrytime Cruise! Each itinerary departing from San Diego, Port Canaveral, or Fort Lauderdale is full of family friendly activiites in captivating destinations such as the Bahamas, the British Virgin Islands, Jamaica, Disney's own private island, Disney Castawy Cay and many more destinations!
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Holiday activities, like destinations, will vary by ship but may include tree lighting ceremonies, Santa Claus sightings, holiday themed activities and crafts for kids and a brand new holiday deck show.
What I love about Disney Cruises is that they cater to the whole family! They offer kids clubs and exclusive Royal Tea Parties for children ages 3-12, activities for teens as well as adult only areas. The ship will put on popular broadway shows, have firework shows at seas and don't forget the character experiences!
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This holiday season unwrap the joy of spending time with family in the Caribbean with the magic of Disney!
2. Royal Caribbean Holiday Cruises
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*7 day cruise departing from Cape Liberty
If you're looking for a popping good New Years celebration, Royal Caribbean holiday cruises are on the ball. Departing from Cape Liberty (New York), New Jersey or Cape Canaveral in Florida. This 7 day* cruise aboard Anthem of the Seas sets sail to Nassau and Royal Caribbean's own private island CocoCay in the Bahamas. While in CocoCay, make sure to enjoy the biggest wave pool in the Caribbean and whiz down the the tallest waterslide in North America! After a day of fun in the sun, get ready to ring in the new year with private parties and a ship-wide countdown, including a Big Balloon Drop! Royal Caribbean's holiday cruises are a great option for anyone looking to ring in the new on the high seas.
3. Carnival's Christmas Cruise
For the ultimate in Christmas cheer, check out Carnival Cruise's Chritmas themed voyages. Carnival goes all out with their decorations, covering the ship from bow to stern in lights, wreaths, and Christmas Trees. Make sure to keep your significant other close by because they even have mistletoe scattered across the entire ship!
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Carnival does have Christmas and Hanukkah services aboard, including a nightly menorah lighting. Whatever your religion or if you just like the winter aesthetics without the cold, these cruises are inclusive to all!
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Carnival Cruises are great for the whole family with plenty of supervised kid activities including age-based kids clubs. The Serenity Adult-Only Retreat is perfect for those without children, or those looking for some peace and quiet while the kids enjoy their own clubs. Whether you're indulging in the decadent dining options or taking part in the array of holiday activities, unwrap a truly magical holiday with Carnival!
4. Virgin Voyages Valiant Caribbean Holidays

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Virgin Voyages offer the best package for an adults-only retreat, where the only ice you'll find will be in your drink!
Their 7-day cruise departing from Miami sailing to San Juan, Puerto Plata and Bimini offers many exhilarating activities such as canopy tour zip lines, snorkeling a shipwreck as well as many other land and sea tours in Puerto Rico.
Virgin's all-inclusive voyages will ensure that you are receiving VIP treatment, relaxing in exclusive beach clubs while all your friends back home are shoveling the snow off their driveways. While they don't offer many holiday themed activities, this is one holiday sea-son you'll never forget!
5. Norwegian Christmas Cruises
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Anchors away for a holly, jolly holiday cruise with Norwegian Cruise Lines! Escape the cold and set sail for the Caribbean, the Bahamas, or the Mexican Riviera. Norwegian's family friendly festivities include caroling, delicious holiday feasts and even a visit from Santa - if you've been nice!
As with previous options, Norwegian offers many youth programs for all ages so your little ones won't be bothering you with an "I'm bored" ever ten minutes. From the youngest guppies to the young at heart, Norwegian's holiday cruises blend the magic of Christmas with the joy of togetherness for an unforgettable experience for the whole family.
Voted Best Family Experience by Travel Weekly, Norwegian promises joy, laughter and lots of memories that would warm even the Grinch's heart.
As summer comes to an end and winter starts creeping in, it's hard to imagine spending another winter in the snow. Whether you're looking forward to the festive family friendly activities, the warmth of the tropical sun or ringing in the new year at sea, the Caribbean offers a variety of experiences. Each cruise highlighted above offers a unique combination of luxury, adventure adn holiday magic sure to delight everyone on your list. It's time to trade those winter blues for the blue waters of winter in the Caribbean! So let me ask you this, do you want to build a sandman?
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