Cruises

"3 words - don't do it! we went on a cruise with our family when our son was one. he just learned to walk and was running everywhere. there is nothing kid friendly about a cruise ship...large marble staircases, pools, hard floors. if your child isn't walking yet it might be doable but i wouldn't do it again with a young child. also, the kids areas only take ages 3 and up so there were no child activities for the little ones. just my 2 cents but i would try something that won't be so hectic for you guys. also, keep in mind the rooms on ships are very small. We put our son to sleep by 9:00 and then, except for the nights my mother in law stayed with him, we had to hang out in a tiny room the rest of the night - not very fun."