Step on board a family cruise and experience a whole world of adventure. Family-friendly facilities on a modern cruise ship surpass anything you would find at a land-based resort — with 24-hour dining, exciting all-day entertainment, and large swimming pools and water parks.

Supervised children's clubs offer fun for all ages. Expect soft play areas and paddling pools for the little ones; craft workshops, sports coaching and talent shows for the older kids; and rock-climbing walls, ice-skating rinks and game arcades for teenagers. Not forgetting the famous character shows and 'meet-and-greets' that are often available! Staterooms are easily adaptable to suit family living, with the inclusion of sofa beds, connecting rooms and foldaway upper berths. Dining is stress-free thanks to relaxed seating times with early and late options — as well as healthy meals, indulgent treats and special children's dishes on the menu!

Family cruises are available worldwide, although Mediterranean cruises are an ideal choice due to short flight times from the UK. Then again, you can avoid the hassle of flying with young children all together and sail directly from a UK port.