I have a family of 20 planning a trip for June 2026. The group includes 4 grandkids aged 5-8, 6 grandkids with 4 in high school and 2 under 21, plus 10 adults who enjoy adventure, fun, and a bit of gambling.
We’re looking for a cruise out of Galveston, TX for about 5-10 days. We want something that isn’t old or outdated with good food and service.
Has anyone been on a big family cruise before? Any recommendations for a cruise line that offers something for everyone? The adults would really like a casino too.
Should we work with a travel agent or book directly through the cruise line? Any tips from experienced cruisers would be appreciated!
Family of 20 planning a trip for June 2026. 4 grandkids (ages 5-8), 6 grandkids (4 high school-aged and 2 under 21), and 10 adults who enjoy adventure, fun, and gambling.
Looking for a 5-10 day cruise out of Galveston, TX. Don’t want an old ship, bad food, or bad service.
Anyone have suggestions for a cruise with a variety of things to do? Adults like the casino too.
Should we go through a travel agent or book directly with the cruise line?
With a group that large, it’s a good idea to choose a cruise line that has group booking options. You’ll likely need several cabins unless each family handles their own booking.
Or you could also look into finding a travel agent who specializes in group bookings.
As a travel advisor, I’d say you should look into MSC cruises, or options from Carnival or Royal Caribbean. For a group like yours, Royal Caribbean’s Symphony of the Seas would be a great choice.
Let me know if you need help with details or if you already have a trusted travel agent, you can always reach out to them for help too.