Families in turmoil: TUI Cruises blocks children from cruises!

Families in turmoil: TUI Cruises blocks children from cruises!

Kapstadt, Südafrika - Vacation on Hochsee is seen as a dream brand for many families, especially for AIDA cruises that are known for their child-friendly offers. In addition to adventure playgrounds and diverse restaurants, these trips offer numerous programs that are specifically aimed at families with children. But the latest developments throw shadows on the anticipation of vacationers.

on Facebook a heated discussion broke out when a concerned mother raised the question: "Can my child be on the AIDA alone?" While the users split in their opinion, some understanding of the security concerns regarding the children showed on cruise ships. Others replied that children were significantly more independent in earlier times.

closed doors for families with children

A particularly abrupt rethink experienced families who had planned a trip with Tui Cruises. This shipping company recently announced that it would convert a regular journey of the "Mein Schiff 6" from Cape Town to Singapore into an "Adults only" tour. The decision concerned a trip that was scheduled for November 2025 and should take 23 days. A blatant cut for the families concerned who had already booked and were now forced to cancel their plans.

On social media, many disappointed families expressed their displeasure with this decision. A family whose one year old child was not allowed to ride even thinks about legal steps. TUI Cruises stated that fewer than ten families were affected by this measure and that the traveling travelers had been submitted to alternative offers.

fuse or forced insulation?

The shipping company justifies the conversion of the travel offer with the wish of many guests for relaxation and peace during the seafaring. However, this decision led to parents and children who had hoped for a relaxing time together. TUI Cruises assures that there are still trips especially for families and children are welcome on other routes.

The situation raises a few questions: Is it justified to face families in such a short period of time? And what do the other vacation plans of the families concerned look like? The discussion about security and the requirements for a child -friendly vacation remains exciting at this point.

The entire situation once again shows how important it is to obtain clear information from travel providers and to find out about the requirements in relation to children at an early stage in order to avoid disappointments. For now planned trips, it remains to be hoped that families will continue to have the opportunity to travel with each other carefree.