Cruising with Kids: 19 Essential Tips for Family Cruises

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Cameron Robbins went on a trip to the Bahamas to celebrate his graduation from the University Laboratory School in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. He and several friends were aboard the Blackbeard’s Revenge cruise on 24 May when Cameron allegedly jumped off the boat on a dare. Three days later, Robbins and his friends joined graduates from other schools for a celebratory trip to the Bahamas, staying at the Atlantis Paradise Resort. “We offer our sincerest condolences to Cameron Robbins’ family and friends,” said Lt. Cmdr. Matthew Spado, Coast Guard liaison officer to the Bahamas. The footage captures horrified onlookers on the ship frantically yelling at Robbins to “grab the buoy,” but the teen appears to swim in the opposite direction — possibly encountering a shark next to him.

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Authorities officially designated Robbins as "lost at sea," which is the same as a death certificate, and a memorial service for Robbins will be held Sunday at Broadmoor United Methodist Church in Baton Rouge. Newsweek is committed to challenging conventional wisdom and finding connections in the search for common ground. "The possibility of survival decreases significantly, particularly if a person is not adorned with a life vest and particularly if they are perceived to have been intoxicated. They said they were returning to Raton Rouge when the search was called off. Video obtained by WBRZ shows Robbins swimming in the ocean without a life jacket on, dressed only in swim trunks.

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The Baton Rouge 18-year-old was enjoying a sunset cruise with several hundred fellow graduates May 24 when he leaped overboard from a vessel designed to look like a pirate ship — apparently on a dare. Last month, a 23-year-old man who felt seasick fell overboard from the MSC Euribia cruise ship while crossing the North Sea in Europe and was presumed dead. "Our thoughts and prayers are with the Robbins Family during this incredibly difficult time. Out of respect for the Robbins family’s privacy, we feel it’s inappropriate to comment on the details surrounding the night of the incident. The video appears to show a shadowy object in the water move toward the recent high school grad, who was swimming toward a life preserver before changing direction.

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When planning to cruise with kids, you might think that you’ll have plenty of time to fly into the port city the day the ship sails. If you don’t make it to the ship on time, the cruise will leave without you. I get it, travel insurance probably isn’t the first thing on your mind when you’re planning a cruise.

Search and rescue crews searched more than 325 square miles looking for Robbins. Robbins was in the Bahamas staying at the Atlantis Paradise resort in Nassau with other teenagers from Baton Rouge to mark their high school graduations, Louisiana State University confirmed Thursday. The agency announced the conclusion of its search for 18-year-old Cameron Robbins, a recent high school graduate, on Saturday after a two-day effort led by the Royal Bahamas Defence Force. A few days after Robbins’ disappearance, his family travelled from Louisiana to the Bahamas to take part in the search and visit the area where he was last seen, before returning home Sunday. In 2023, about 31 million passengers traveled on a cruise, and at least 10 people went overboard, with two of them surviving, Business Insider reported.

“He will be missed desperately by his family and friends,” his obituary read, “who will carry their cherished memories of him to eternity.” For Robbins’ sake, and the sake of his family, the internet should let him rest. The parents of an 18-year-old high school graduate who fell overboard on a sunset cruise in the Bahamas have broken their silence. The US Coast Guard and local Bahaman authorities spent days looking for Robbins before calling off their search last week after scouring more than 325 square miles of ocean.

They might not be able to play their fave game, but having the chance to do some solo gaming will stop lots of arguments, even if they can’t connect with their online friends. Pack a couple of favorite stuffed animals to make them feel more at home on your cruise. Little kids are used to waking up, eating regular meals and snacks, and having naptime on a pretty regular schedule. But on vacation, it’s so important to keep kids on a similar schedule to what they do at home—for their sanity as well as your own. Unless you have a photographic memory, it’s a great idea to post a daily activities schedule in your stateroom, listing what you’re doing each day. But on a cruise ship, it can even be confusing for adults which perks are included and which are complimentary!

The fact that they’re blurry, and do not definitively show even the outline of a shark, hasn’t kept the videos from going viral. Several accounts have also claimed to use audio isolation to prove an unintelligible shout in the video is warning the teen about a fin in the water. Robbins is featured on crime accounts and news TikToks, and there’s even a growing trend that puts sad songs behind videos imagining Robbins’ last moments. Your kids can also meet new friends in the kids’ club on embarkation day—friendships often form right away and will encourage your child to want to return knowing they already have friends waiting. Most cruise line kids’ clubs offer free daily programs for kids ages 3-17, with age-appropriate activities for each age group.

Heartbreaking video shows cruise ship passenger swimming, fishing with friends week before fatal jump

The US Coast Guard and Royal Bahamas Defence Force spent several days searching for Cameron before suspending their efforts on 27 May. Following his presumed death, a memorial was planned for the teenager on Sunday (4 June). “We offer our sincerest condolences to Cameron Robbins’ family and friends," Spado said.

At one point, the person in the water appears to turn and swim in the opposite direction of the lifesaver ring that was thrown overboard. Robbins was last seen splashing in the dark, “shark-infested” waters a few feet from the boat, before vanishing from view. Justin Morgan, the teens’ high school baseball coach, told CNN Robbins was a “fierce competitor.” The teen had played third baseman and pitcher, Morgan added. Unless you’re a gourmet chef (or employ one), odds are your kids are used to a specific rotation of meals. Kids’ and teens’ rooms, (if they have their own) shouldn’t be stocked with alcohol (there might be soda or water), but check it out for yourself—don’t assume that your steward removed everything before you boarded. Cruise cabin walls are made of metal, so buy some inexpensive heavy-duty magnetic hooks that you can take along on every trip (I also use them to hang and organize small items like hats, bags, and umbrellas).

The most mature and best-intentioned kids can accidentally run up a large tab if they don’t have a spending limit. Having a conversation with your kids about how much money they’re allowed to spend on their own (if any) each day is a great idea. You can also check your stateroom TV or cruise app at any time to see what’s been charged to each family member’s account. If you arrive the day before, you’ll have time to explore the port city, have a restful night’s sleep, and enjoy a stress-free embarkation day.

I also pack a few markers and highlighters to decorate our cruise calendar. You guessed it, they’ll be able to charge all these things on their cruise card, just like they’re running around with their own personal credit card. Even if you choose to cruise on a less-traditional cruise line, your cruise might have theme nights that you may want to pack for. Regardless of your situation, take a minute to let your kids know about some basic rules that apply to everyone on every cruise. But beware of letting your child have too much leeway in picking your cruise. We went way over budget (I’m a pushover), but we had an amazing time fulfilling her childhood dream of meeting baby sloths.

Meanwhile, online speculation has swirled over whether Cameron was attacked by a shark in the water. “The crew executed the ‘man overboard’ protocol in line with all approved safety procedures and company policies to ensure the best chance of retrieving an individual who has gone overboard,” Mr Chia said. A memorial service for Robbins will be held Sunday afternoon in Baton Rouge.

According to witnesses, public statements, and the Robbins family, Robbins’ death was an unfortunate, heartbreaking accident. But while this doesn’t exactly count under our current understanding of true crime, Robbins’ death has nonetheless been sensationalized in the exact same way. "The kids reached out to us wanting to know, could they do a prayer circle. Obviously we agreed. We really appreciated their leadership in this trying time." "Just one of those kids that you're so proud of once they cross the stage," George told WBRZ.

Some cruises have parties where everyone dresses in all white (like on Norwegian), or most passengers dress in a pirate theme, like on some Disney cruises. Most of them are pretty basic—no snacks just before dinner, no swearing unless you drop something heavy on your toe, clean up your own messes, don’t hit your sister—the usual. As a parent, raise your hand if you’ve ever planned something really exciting only to realize that your partner or your kids just didn’t really understand the expectations? (You can’t see me but I’m hanging my head in shame and raising my hand right now). However Royal Caribbean sources told The Daily Mail he could have purchased the booze offboard, where the drinking age is 18. George described Robbins as a "great kid" and athlete who had been with the school for 13 years, since the start of his education.

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Chilling last words shouted at missing teen after he jumped off cruise ship into shark-infested waters.

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The small, pirate-lookalike cruise ship was anchored throughout the night, and the students were stuck at sea near the uninhabited island in what Royal Bahamas Defense Force Commodore Raymond King called "shark-infested waters." The Louisiana high school graduate who disappeared after leaping off a cruise ship into dark waters off the Bahamas last week may have met a grisly fate in the “shark-infested” area, a local official said. For teens that might not like the idea of hanging out in a supervised teen club, encourage them to at least check it out on that first day. Seasoned cruise kids know that this is the best time and place to meet other teens, even if they don’t want to use the club.