With the rise in demand for multi-generational cruising, family cruises are more popular than ever before. From tots to teens, grandparents to grandkids, family cruises are fun for all ages.
At CruiseKings we have all the best cruises for you and your family in the school holidays and half terms below in 2026, 2027 and 2028 and beyond! Whether looking for a half term getaway, Easter escape or epic Summer Holiday adventure, we’ve got fantastic options when it comes to all the best child-friendly cruise lines and ships, such as P&O Cruises, Disney Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean, sailing to the most popular destinations like the Mediterranean and Caribbean. Even better, with plenty of cruises from Southampton and the wider UK, or just a flight away, there have never been more options when it comes to picking the best cruise for you and your gang’s needs and we’re here to help!
Why not try:
October Half Term - a Norwegian Fjords cruise from your local cruise port
February Half Term - a cruise to the sunny Canaries from Southampton
Easter School Holidays - a Mediterranean escape flying from your local airport
May Half Term - a quick tour of the British Isles and Ireland, or to Iceland
Summer School Holidays - the wider Med, the Caribbean, even Asia and Australia, the world’s your oyster!
With state-of-the-art family-friendly cruise ships boasting West End style shows, complimentary kids and teens clubs, bionic bartenders, dodgems, award-winning spas and dozens of dining options, it's easy to see why a cruise is the perfect solution for families looking to get away with the kids and the grandparents but still keep all ages amused. The coming years see the launch of numerous new cruise ships, many sailing from the UK, which will be packed full of exciting on-board activities, world-class entertainment and revolutionary new firsts at sea.
Family cabins are in high demand so we advise you to book early so you don't miss out. You'll also secure your preferred cabin, exact dining preferences and you can even start to arrange your on-board activities before everyone else does. Don't miss out - see all our incredible family cruise deals below and book your holiday today!
Our Cruise Experts Recommendations
8 Night Northern City Escapes Cruise
Freedom of the Seas
01 August 2027
8 nights
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Itinerary: Fort de France - Point-a-Pitre - Tortola - La Romana - Virgin Gorda (BVI) - Philipsburg - St. Kitts - Tortola - Catalina Island - La Romana...
Itinerary: Fort de France - Point-a-Pitre - Tortola - La Romana - Virgin Gorda (BVI) - Philipsburg - St. Kitts - Tortola - Catalina Island - La Romana...
An Extended Journey of Relaxing Waters & Blissful Shores
EXPLORA III12 February 202716 nights
Itinerary: San Juan - Charlotte Amalie - St John's - Terre de Haut - Puerto Plata/Dominican Republic - Miami - Puerto Plata/Dominican Republic - Cayo Levantado - San Juan - Spanish Town...
Unlimited Fine Beverages
Choice of 8 Culinary Experiences
All on board gratuities
High-speed WiFi
In-suite welcome bottle of champagne & sweet treats
Itinerary: Malta - Souda Bay - Athens - Mykonos - Heraklion - Malta
Direct Flights Available from London Gatwick, Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, East Midlands, Glasgow, Manchester & Newcastle - subject to date & availability
Upgrade to the New All Inclusive Package - Drinks, WiFi & Dining Credit from only £49pp per day
FREE Extra On Board Spend When Booking Select Fare Pricing
Itinerary: Malta - Souda Bay - Athens - Mykonos - Heraklion - Malta - Sicily - Dubrovnik - Corfu - Taranto...
Direct Flights Available from London Gatwick, Belfast, Birmingham, Bristol, East Midlands, Glasgow, Manchester & Newcastle - subject to date & availability
Upgrade to the New All Inclusive Package - Drinks, WiFi & Dining Credit from only £49pp per day
FREE Extra On Board Spend When Booking Select Fare Pricing
Great service, fab deals. Able to go through all the options for the cruises and prices. This is the third time I have used CruiseKings. Would definitely recommend.
Mrs Miller / August 2026
Fantastic
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Booked again for next year
Trusted Customer / August 2026
Great service in arranging a trip of a lifetime
I found the whole process of getting a quote and booking our cruise and stay trip through CruiseKings straightforward and insightive. I had many questions and everything was explained clearly to me before I confirmed my booking. I had interaction with two agents and both shared their own experiences which gave me more confidence in proceeding with the booking. They were friendly, helpful and knowledgeable. They even managed to reduce the cost quite significantly which was great news.
