Carnival vs. Disney for a two-year-old?

[adrien32]

We are planning a cruise in 2006. Our kids will be 10 and 2 by then. We have been on the Magic and absolutely loved it, but we just found out that Carnival allows two-year-olds in diapers in their kids programs. Has anyone been on Carnival that has an opinion on how their toddlers' program compares to Flounders? I know Flounders would cost a little bit and I think you have to sign up for specific times (is that right?), whereas on Carnival I might be able to drop her off if she gets the urge to play.

We've been on Carnival three times and think Disney's product is superior overall, especially for families, but I really like the idea of having a specific kids club option for the toddler.

Any thoughts?

 

[JoyG]

I just read somewhere that RCCL has kids programs for kids under 3 also...

 

[jodifla]

When I was on a Carnival Cruise with a gang of girls last November, I went by the toddlers room to check it out. The kids looked like they were having an awesome time! (I think they were playing red light, green light when I was there.) I would definitely consider it for a 2 year old. It looked like a lot more fun than Flounders. (My DS did spend time at Flounders, at it was OK, but it was a lot more passive and baby sitting like than a kids club.)

 

[adrien32]

Thanks. I am definitely looking for a ship that will offer activities for toddlers and not just babysitting.