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ne of the fastest growing sectors for travel in recent years has
been multigenerational holidays. This confirms a growing
appetite by grandparents especially to spend more time with
both their children and grandchildren on holiday. Traditionally this simply
translated into a welcome extra set of hands for overworked and underplayed
parents. However, recent trends show that the aging “baby boomer”
generation, now proud grandparents, have become strategic holiday planners
and accustomed to numerous trips a year of which the opportunity to bring their
extended family together on a special trip is high on their list. Of course, the winning formula for a
memorable extended family gathering is to ensure that everyone gets a proper break, engaging in
their own particular hobbies, relaxing where required and capturing the excitement of the
destination at their own speed. With careful consideration of this conundrum here are some suggestions:
O
H
igh on the wish list for the ideal multigenerational holiday has to be an ocean cruise.
Celebrity Cruises state-of-the-art fleet offer the perfect environment in which to enjoy a
wide variety of activities, facilities and dining options, ensuring that all age groups are
superbly looked after. With numerous ports of call enroute the family will have many exciting
destinations to share from cultural adventures in the cities of Europe to exploring the great
outdoors in Alaska and The Caribbean.
Spacious and comfortable Veranda accommodation is perfect for families and small groups, with all of
the features of a standard stateroom, plus: two beds convertible to queen size, second bedroomwith
one twin bed, floor to ceiling glass doors leading to a veranda complete with outdoor seating. And
once you step out of the comfort of your stateroomeveryone will head in their own special directions,
to kids clubs and sports, the teenager “X” club, adult dance classes or perhaps a soothing massage at
the spa. And when it is time to congregate in the
evening it will be for a special meal all
together and a chance to share stories
of the day’s events onboard.
Plain Sailing
Just the right mix to keep everyone happy on a Celebrity Cruise
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