Family Alaska Cruise Cruising with children in Alaska would be a great educational opportunity for them to learn about the amazing natural untouched landscapes and its wildlife, glaciers and marine life as well as learning about the weather and the possible effects of climate change If you are traveling with children and are worried about everyone being fed up, then don't be. There are lots of activities for adults and children so if you want to take part in something the chances are that the children will also be doing something at the same time. There are also onboard sitters to watch your children in the evening Camp Carnival is available for children on the Carnival Cruise ships. This offers children from the ages of 2-15 the chance to enjoy a range of activities to keep them entertained while you enjoy some of the more adult aspects of your cruise. Camp Carnival is a free service offered by Carnival Cruise lines as part of your cruise. There is also a baby sitting service for a small additional charge in the evenings. Children aged between 2 and 17 years old can join the Kid's crew on the Norwegian Cruise Lines cruise ships. Each child can enjoy activities appropriate to their age whilst you are then free to relax and enjoy the things that you want to do. Children's activities include storytelling and magic shows for the younger children and older children can learn to cook or go on a treasure hunt around the ship or ashore whilst you are on an excursion. Teenagers can enjoy special dances and have access to video games. There are other activities available, simply check with the Norwegian Cruise Lines brochure. Educational and entertaining games are on offer with Princess cruise lines who also have their own kids program, which includes television times so the kids can watch cartoons. Princess cruise lines offer a separate dinning option so you can eat kids free whilst the children eat with their friends at the kids club. Princess cruise lines also have a sitter service, which offers adults the chance to enjoy the adult evening entertainment whilst the children sleep. Royal Caribbean offer families some great options with their Ocean Adventure program offering children a great variety of activities and fun games for children aged 3 to 17 years old. Ocean Adventure doesn't stop there though because they do plan some really amazing family activities for you to enjoy with your child. So you can also have some adult time and join in when you want. All activities are suitable for the children depending on their age as they are placed in groups based on this. If it wasn't for the different children's clubs your vacation in Alaska could become a nightmare. If the children are happy the adults are happy as they are able to do the things they want. So if you are planning on taking a cruise around Alaska make sure the cruise ship has a kids club.