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About Lizz ...
Lizz Dinnigan is our senior contributing editor for family cruising.
A skilled copy editor and reporter, Lizz formerly served as associate editor-cruise, a staff position with New York-based Travel Agent magazine.
Now a work-at-home mom, Lizz is the proud mother of a six-year-old and a three-year old.
She's cruised on dozens of cruise lines over the years, and most recently sailed on Royal Caribbean and Carnival.
You'll find Lizz's reviews of cruise line children's programs and features on this page, as well as other family-focused stories.
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 Family Cruising with Lizz Dinnigan |
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Camp Carnival: Little Pirates of the Caribbean
Lizz Dinnigan, accompanied by her husband Joe, their four-year-old son Jack and 15-month-old baby Casey, recently boarded Carnival Miracle for a much-needed family vacatiion. At the ship's Camp Carnival, Jack loved "the Goop," relished playing with kids his age, and pretended to be a pirate! Lizz, a professional copy editor and writer, details the voyage, her family's activities, her perspective and helpful tips for those thinking of cruising with tiny tots.
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Royal Caribbean: Adventure Ocean and More!
When it comes to family fun, Royal Caribbean International delivers with a host of onboard activities including the robust Adventure Ocean and Fisher Price kids' programs. Kids facilities, babysitting services and new dining options for kids are making life easier for parents. Lizz Dinnigan, a freelance writer and copy editor, recently headed to sea on a Royal Caribbean Voyager-class ship with her family. Let's sail away with Lizz
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Cruisin’ Kids Find Treasure Hunts and ‘Mocktails’
Thinking of taking the family -- including toddlers or teens -- on a Caribbean cruise? The creative offerings are mind-boggling. Most lines split the children's programs into specific age groups. Teens have exclusive clubs. Younger kids have computer labs, pirate playgrounds and arts and crafts. Even toddlers are entertained by counselors while mom and dad are relaxing elsewhere. Here's a "sampling" of programs for cruise lines sailing from southern U.S. ports.
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Mommy, When Do We Cruise Again?
Kids are going bonkers for Caribbean cruising. After all, children are pampered at sea by parents who themselves are relaxed and reinvigorated. Plus, kids love being the center of attention as they participate in fun kids' programs designed just for them and others their age. In 2007, freelance writer Lizz Dinnigan sailed with her husband Joe and son Jack, 3, on a Norwegian Cruise Line voyage to the Caribbean. It looks like Jack (shown in the surf at NCL's private isle) had a stupendous time. But did mom survive?
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Briggs' Family BackPack Review: Lots of Pockets
When families travel, they need a lot of "stuff." Freelance travel writer Lizz Dinnigan, our senior contributing editor for family cruising, recently sailed on Carnival Miracle. So we sent her on the cruise with a "review product" -- the Family Backpack from the Briggs & Riley’s signature Baseline collection. We asked Lizz and her family (husband Joe along with children Jack and Casey) to trial the backpack and see if it really was helpful to families on the go. Read on for Lizz's perspective on the backpack...
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Family Walking Tour of Key West
Headed on a cruise with a port call in Key West, FL? Then check out our pedestrian friendly story by former Key West resident and journalist Laura Myers. Laura gives cruisers insight into what attractions and activities are good for families. Among them is a new Eco-Discovery Center on the island. So come along with Laura as we explore the best of Key West if you have kids in tow!
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Cruising Ashore: Family Dining in South FL
Many cruises sail from South Florida. If you're taking a family cruise and planning to spend several days on land pre- or post-cruise, where should you take the family for dinner? In this article by Molly Arost Staub, you'll explore four highly entertaining spots for family dining. From airplanes to Polynesian dancing, from face painting to trumpeting elephants, our venues each boast something fun for the kids.
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Toy Story - The Musical Wows Disney Guests
Woody, Buzz Lightyear and their beloved toy pals return in a new musical production, "Toy Story - The Musical," onboard Disney Wonder. Yes, your favorite toys are back but this time appearing on stage at sea. They sing, they dance, they wow! Editor Susan J. Young watched the debut of this delightful musical onboard the ship at Port Canaveral. Join us for her impressions and original photos.
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