Can my 11 year old go to Circle C Carnival?

Circle C Welcome to the ultimate hot spot for guests ages 12 to 14.



No, an 11-year-old is technically too young for Circle C on a Carnival cruise, as the program is strictly designed for young teens aged 12 to 14. Carnival Cruise Line is very firm about their age groupings to ensure that activities are socially and developmentally appropriate for the kids involved. Instead, your 11-year-old belongs in the Camp Ocean program, specifically in the "Sharks" group (ages 9 to 11). Camp Ocean offers a wide variety of supervised activities like scavenger hunts, sports, and themed parties that are perfect for that "tween" age. While it might be tempting to try and "age up" so they can hang out with older siblings or friends in Circle C, the counselors generally do not allow exceptions. However, the good news is that many of the high-energy amenities on the ship, such as the WaterWorks water slides, the SkyRide, and the Bolt roller coaster, are available to all kids regardless of their youth program assignment, as long as they meet the height and weight requirements.

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Circle C is the place where teens aged 12-14 years can meet new friends and have fun. They can enjoy activities such as dancing parties, movies, t-shirt painting and much more. Of course they are supervised by our qualified team every day. Opening hours: depending on the Activity Plan.

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Based on our experience, we'd say that most children are ready for summer camp by the age of 12 or 13. At this point, they are in school year 6 or 7 and have had enough structured learning time. We think it's important to give them some more freedom before sending them off into the wild world of pre-tweenhood!

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If your child is 5 or under, that's too young for overnight camp alone. Go to a family camp together, or try an American Camp Association accredited day camp program in your area, which is a great way to get the feel for what camp is all about!

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Infants must be at least 6 months of age at the time of embarkation in order to sail. Children must be at least 12 months of age at the time of embarkation to sail on trans-ocean crossings and remote itineraries, where there are more than 2 consecutive sea days.

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Carnival is a worldwide celebration that usually takes place from February to early March. This holiday season is a chance for people to participate in masquerade parades, listen to the lovely carnival song, watch the street performers playing music, and take part in entertaining games in the carnival funfair.

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Drinking Alcoholic Beverages / Tobacco Products Guests must be 21 years of age or older to be served alcohol on board. Proper I.D with birth date is required. In keeping with U.S. federal law, the age for the sale of tobacco products is 21. This policy is for U.S.-based itineraries/ships only.

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During some cruises, capacity may be limited. We know that even the smallest campers want to have fun! Camp Ocean® offers special play times for tiny tots, under 2 years of age, to enjoy. If your child is turning 2 years old during your cruise they are welcome to join our Penguin® group, ages 2 to 5.

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ALCOHOL POLICY The minimum age to consume alcohol on Royal Caribbean ships on sailings originating in North America or the Caribbean is twenty-one (21). The minimum age to consume alcohol on Royal Caribbean ships on sailings originating in South America, Europe, Asia, Australia and New Zealand is eighteen (18).

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Category 8C. This cabin has it's very own private balcony, has two twin beds that convert into a king and is approximately 185 to 190 square feet. Category 8D. This cabin has it's very own private balcony, has two twin beds that convert into a king and is approximately 185 to 190 square feet.

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Carnival cruises that visit islands in the French West Indies (Guadeloupe, Martinique, Saint Martin and Saint Barts) require a valid passport regardless of departure port. Children under the age of 16 who are citizens of the U.S. or Canada are exempt from the passport requirement for land and sea border crossings.

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All the major cruise lines have the same pregnancy policy: Guests are allowed to cruise through their 23rd week of pregnancy. If you will enter your 24th week before or any time during your cruise, you are not allowed to sail. The cruise lines are firm on this policy, so don't bother asking for an exception.

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