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Do kids pay full price on a Disney cruise?

All cruises are priced based on two adults in the stateroom. So, even if you are one adult traveling with a child, the price is the same as two adults in the stateroom. After the two adult prices, the third and fourth passengers in the stateroom are charged a lower rate.



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Guests ages 13 and above are charged a reduced adult fare, while Guests ages 3-12 are charged a child rate. Guests under the age of three also have a reduced rate. The Disney Cruise Line website has wonderful resources to help you narrow down your search for the perfect cruise.

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Resorts could offer a pricing structure that's one flat rate per night for guests no matter their age, but they don't tend to do that. Teenagers will generally cost less than adults, kids will be less than them, and babies under age two may cost less or even be free.

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Royal Caribbean International The line's current Kids Sail Free” deal lets children 12 or younger cruise free, provided they are the third guests (or beyond) in the same cabin as at least two paying adults.

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Cruise fares are per person which includes children and infants. When traveling with two full fare guests, additional guests in the same stateroom pay a discounted cruise fare. Children less than 2 years of age are not required to extend gratuities.

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Kids Sail Free offer details The exact offer details may vary, but Royal Caribbean's Kids Sail Free offers are usually consistent in their basics. Third guests and higher who are 12 years old or younger on select 4 nights or longer sailings are eligible for free cruise fare.

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7 Budget-Friendly Tips for Planning a Cruise with the Family
  1. Seek a Travel Agency. Is hiring a travel agent an old-school tactic? ...
  2. Compare Different Offers. ...
  3. Sail During Off-Season. ...
  4. Book Early. ...
  5. Don't Do the Shore Excursions. ...
  6. Sail for a Shorter Time Frame. ...
  7. Look for Kid-Friendly Amenities.


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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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Kids sail free is a limited time promotional offer that allows for guests 12 or younger to receive a free cruise fare. This offer is only available during active dates. To secure a Kids Sail Free promotion on a reservation, all applicable names and dates of birth must be given when making a reservation.

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That said, some cruise lines make exceptions for small kids. For example, Carnival does not charge tips for kids under two years old. Norwegian Cruise Lines doesn't charge gratuities for kids under three. However, for the most part you can expect that every passenger on your trip will see a charge.

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Yes, many ships offer family-friendly cruise activities. Programming might include parades, deck parties, fireworks displays, water shows and breakfasts or meet-and-greets with favorite characters. Some lines have video game systems and host tournaments, and most have arcades.

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Disney Cruises are priced per-person. Disney does not waive the fare for infants traveling onboard its cruise ships, but infant fares are a good bit lower than the standard rate for children. They're also significantly lower than adult fares.

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At 0-3 years old, your child may not be old enough to prefer Disney cruises over other cruise lines. They won't know its Disney, but the ambiance provides a Disney and family-friendly experience which babies and toddlers may still enjoy; the music, songs, characters and themed restaurants and activities.

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Most cruise lines do not require a child travel consent form if a child is traveling with only one parent. However, if parent and child do not share a last name, many lines do require you to bring your child's passport and birth certificate as legal proof that you're related.

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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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Cruises offer great value for family trips It goes without saying that a cruise is both your hotel and your transportation to whatever destinations are included on an itinerary, but cruises also include a range of activities, entertainment, pools, waterparks and more.

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Yes, you can travel with a 3 year old on a cruise. Most cruise lines allow you to travel with a baby who is 6 months or older, with the exception of those ships that are exclusively for adults.

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Places to cruise without a passport
  • Alaska-Canada. Wait a minute, you're thinking. ...
  • The Bahamas. The Bahamas is a Caribbean nation of islands and a popular cruise destination. ...
  • Bermuda. ...
  • U.S. Northeast-Canada. ...
  • Other Caribbean islands. ...
  • Mexico.


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Disney cruises are more expensive because they offer extra amenities such as Broadway-quality shows, larger staterooms, and exclusive character experiences. Limited availability, high demand, and the fact that they do not make money from casinos also contribute to the higher prices.

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Overall, based on our experience, I'd say Disney Cruises are best for kids between three and 10. This is the age range when kids generally enjoy the Disney elements the most. Of course every kid is different – if your teens still love Disney, they'll be happy on the ship.

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The Disney Cruise Line ships were created with kids in mind, so there won't be a dull moment onboard with your toddler. While children must be potty trained to swim in the pools onboard, each ship has a Disney-themed splash zone that only toddlers up to age 3 can enjoy.

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