Do cruise ships provide cribs?

Cribs (including sheets) are available for stateroom-use. When making your booking reservation, please indicate that a crib will be needed in your stateroom.



Yes, almost all major cruise lines provide cribs or "Pack 'n Plays" for infants and toddlers in 2026. Lines like Royal Caribbean, Disney, Carnival, and Norwegian offer them free of charge, but they are available on a "first-come, first-served" basis. It is highly recommended to request a crib at the time of booking or by calling the "Special Needs" department at least 30 days before sailing. The cribs are usually standard portable versions that fit into the cabin's limited floor space. Some luxury or family-focused lines like Disney also provide diaper disposal bins (Diaper Genies) and bottle warmers upon request. Keep in mind that for safety reasons, most cruise lines do not allow babies to sleep in the "pull-down" upper berths or on the sofa beds without a proper rail or crib setup. Always confirm the request upon boarding with your stateroom steward.

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Most cruise ships provide cribs and high chairs upon request. Requests can be made when booking on Costcotravel.com or by calling 1-866-921-7925 to speak with a Costco Travel expert. Some cruise lines may also allow you to request these items through your cruise line online account or when you board the cruise ship.

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When you are booking your cruise, you can request your crib then. You can sleep with your baby in the bed, but this may mess up their sleeping schedule. If you don't want them to sleep in a new bed, you can also bring your own portable crib.

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And in fact, a cruise vacation is one of the best trips you can take with a small child. No matter where you go on the ship, you are only a few minutes from your room. That makes it perfect for midday naps, means you don't have to carry around a ton of baby supplies, and there is plenty to see and do without going far.

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The U.S. Public Health Service requires that only children who are toilet trained are permitted to enter swimming pools and spas aboard cruise ships. Even if your child isn't toilet trained, he or she is welcome to enjoy the water play areas on board each ship while wearing a swim diaper.

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Babies and toddlers up to two years sail free on MSC Cruises, with kids aged two- to 11-years-old offered a reduced rate. On Cunard, infants up to 23 months travel free, while two- to 17-year-olds sail at a reduced rate, and Italian line Costa Cruises does not charge for infants under three.

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Under the 1961 Convention on the Reduction of Statelessness, for the purposes of determining the obligations under the convention, a birth on a ship or aircraft in international waters or airspace shall be treated as a birth in the country of the ship or aircraft's registration.

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Some cruise lines offer staterooms with a pull-out sofa or bunk beds, which can be a convenient option for families with multiple children. Some cruise lines offer family staterooms or suites that are specifically designed for families with young children.

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Infants sailing on a cruise must be at least 6 months old as of the first day of the cruise and/or CruiseTour. HOWEVER: For transatlantic, transpacific, Hawaii, select South American and other selected cruises and/or CruiseTours, the infant must be at least 12 months old as of the first day of the cruise/CruiseTour.

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Other lines may charge the same as an adult fare, which is generally because babies create more work for ship staff (think cleanup), but do not create additional cruise line revenue by purchasing things onboard (such as cocktails, casino chips and shore excursions).

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You may ask the crew for an additional blanket, a lightweight comforter, or an additional down pillow since, unlike with hotel rooms, these items will not be in your cabin closet. The bedding lines created for cruises are of similar quality to those made for luxury hotels.

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Neonatologist Dr. Jorge Perez said the 2-pound baby boy was born at a little over five months on board the Jewel of the Seas. He's a miracle, he said. Royal Caribbean officials said the mother didn't feel well on the cruise and decided to seek medical attention.

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It will always be a constant nightmare every day and every night for the rest of my life. Anello entered his guilty plea in October. In agreeing to the plea deal, he avoided jail time and agreed to serve probation in South Bend, Indiana, where he lives.

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Children aged 17 years and under will require a passport or Birth Certificate to travel or government issued photo ID.

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While cruise ships are confined areas, they are large and full of safety hazards. Despite this, kids are generally allowed to roam freely, and can check themselves in and out of organized programs.

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Children aged 17 years and under will require a passport or Birth Certificate to travel or government issued photo ID. Children under 16 years of age, who do not have a passport or Photo ID, must have a copy of their birth certificate or their parents Medicare Card.

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If your baby is old enough to sit up, you can simply sit them in the shower and spray water on them. If your baby is very small, you might find the sink to be an easier option. If you really want to give your baby a proper bath, an inflatable bathtub may be the answer.

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