Cruise Ship Fun

Solo Parent Travel

Anna Murrell on 18 Mar 2026

Solo parent holidays can feel like a lot of pressure. You are organising everything, managing the kids and trying to relax yourself - all at the same time. That’s one of the reasons cruises work so well for single parent families...

With a cruise, everything is in one place. No searching for restaurants. No packing and unpacking between destinations.

Kids’ clubs are included on most family cruise ships, so children can make friends and enjoy activities while you get a bit of well-earned downtime.

Then when it’s time for family time together, think swimming pools, sports, deck games, movie nights and of course shore excursions.

Meals are easy too. Buffets, family dining and flexible options mean you don’t have to stress about finding somewhere suitable every evening.

And because cruises visit multiple destinations, you can explore new places together without the hassle of moving hotels.

For many solo parents, it’s one of the easiest and most relaxing ways to travel with children.

If you’re a single parent thinking about a cruise holiday but feeling overwhelmed by the choice and planning, I’m always happy to share some ideas.

Speak to me to understand pricing across the different cruise lines, and even which cruise line offers a discount for solo parents travelling with kids...

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