princess12 Posted May 1, 2008 #1 Share Posted May 1, 2008 I'm planning to take my DD4 to a short Coastal Cruise. Because of scheduling conflicts, my husband is unable to join us. :( We've never gone away on vacation without my husband so this is all new to me. I am constantly doubting myself if I'm able to do it without any help... she might drive me wonkers! :eek: Has anyone taken their little one all by themselves to a "short" vacation? I figured I could probably have a nice break to read a book or something while she's in the kids programs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crusinmama06 Posted May 1, 2008 #2 Share Posted May 1, 2008 Yep, we did it on a cruise and actually do it all the time on land vacations. I love having time with just me and the girls. :D The cruise was the easiest because of the kid's club. I got a few hours to relax by the pool. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
doctordi Posted May 1, 2008 #3 Share Posted May 1, 2008 I travel regularly with my three kids (7,6,4) since my husband is not a cruiser. We love it and all of us feel like we have had a vacation. The kids love all the kids activities and I feel like I've had a vacation since I have a few hours a day to myself and I'm not cooking and cleaning. I think you will find it a great experience. Where are you going? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
I&MsMom Posted May 1, 2008 #4 Share Posted May 1, 2008 Ditto, I did it also. It worked out very well. As others have said, it's nice because you do get a break with the kid's camp. As a matter of fact, I think cruising is the best way to have a single parent vacation. Enjoy! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lvtotrvl1 Posted May 1, 2008 #5 Share Posted May 1, 2008 The only drawback is that she will be paying full adult fare as the 2nd pax in the cabin.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kerry's Girls Posted May 1, 2008 #6 Share Posted May 1, 2008 Count me in as someone who enjoys cruising alone with my children. My family always wants to come along, but a cruise is the perfect way for my girls and I to have alone time together. As the pp mentioned, you pay full price for the 2nd passenger, but I've found it's still less expensive than a land-based/resort vacation - plus, a ship is a very safe/inviting place for a woman alone with her children. Best, Mia Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2Cruise4Ever Posted May 1, 2008 #7 Share Posted May 1, 2008 Never done it, but I would in a heartbeat. DH loves cruising as much as I do. So, I will probably not get the chance to sail with just my kids. One thing you must do, though, is get a release letter signed by your husband and notarized allowing you to take your children out of the country. Sometimes the cruise lines don't ask for it, sometimes they do. Each cruise line has a form letter available from their website (that I've found so far). It's usually called "Parental Consent Form." Like AMEX, don't leave home without it. You may be denied boarding. :eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
azbaby8062 Posted May 2, 2008 #8 Share Posted May 2, 2008 I have done it. We went in October and will be going again in June. I agree that the kids program at least gives you some alone time but you still have plenty of time to spend with your kids. It does not seem to bother my son any. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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