Darling Vacations and Travel
✆: 281-465-8308 | ✉:

Special Interest - Family Vacations

(44 offers included)
Departing on Dec 20, 2026 on the Explora I
Nights: 7
Dates: Dec 20, 2026 through Dec 27, 2026
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
San Juan, Basseterre, Tortola/Road Town, Gustavia, Ocean Cay, Miami
from
$4,095.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$4,095.00
Cat: OT1
$585.00/Night
Departing on Jun 07, 2027 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: Jun 07, 2027 through Jun 14, 2027
Ship: Explora II
Itinerary:
Piraeus (Athens), Skíathos, Kusadasi, Mytilene (Lesbos), Istanbul, Mykonos, Piraeus (Athens)
In Athens, cradle of philosophy and architectural wonders, we begin our exploration. Sail to the pine-fringed beaches and charming harbours of Skiathos, then stroll in the footsteps of ancients at Ephesus in Kusadasi.
from
$4,665.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$4,665.00
Cat: OT1
$666.43/Night
Departing on Nov 29, 2026 on the Explora II
Nights: 15
Dates: Nov 29, 2026 through Dec 14, 2026
Ship: Explora II
Itinerary:
Piraeus (Athens), Heraklion, Crete, Port Said, Crossing the Suez Canal, Jeddah, Salalah, Muscat, Khasab, Dubai
from
$10,165.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$10,165.00
Cat: OT1
$677.67/Night
Departing on Feb 05, 2027 on the Explora III
Nights: 7
Dates: Feb 05, 2027 through Feb 12, 2027
Ship: Explora III
Itinerary:
Miami, St. Maarten/Philipsburg, Gustavia, Basseterre, Saint John/Cruz Bay, San Juan
Linger in luxury on board as we set sail from Miami to Sint Maarten to explore Philipsburg's Dutch roots and vast natural beauty. Escape into an oasis of calm as you wander along the secluded beaches of Gustavia, dipping into warm waters to admire underwater realms.
from
$4,095.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$4,095.00
Cat: OT1
$585.00/Night
Departing on Jun 08, 2026 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: Jun 08, 2026 through Jun 15, 2026
Ship: Explora II
Itinerary:
Fusina (Venice), Rovinj, Zadar, Dubrovnik, Brindisi, Santorini, Piraeus (Athens)
from
$6,220.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$6,220.00
Cat: OT1
$888.57/Night
Departing on Jan 11, 2027 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: Jan 11, 2027 through Jan 18, 2027
Ship: Explora II
Itinerary:
Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Doha, Ad Dammam, Dubai
Immerse yourself in an alluring Arabian Gulf adventure. From vibrant Dubai, we embark on a journey to explore mesmerising new destinations, starting with Abu Dhabi, home of ancient culture and dramatic sandscapes, and onwards to Manama, where historic charm meets modern elegance.
from
$3,800.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$3,800.00
Cat: OT1
$542.86/Night
Departing on Jul 20, 2026 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: Jul 20, 2026 through Jul 27, 2026
Ship: Explora II
Itinerary:
Fusina (Venice), Rovinj, Dubrovnik, Brindisi, KOTOR, Santorini, Piraeus (Athens)
from
$5,805.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$5,805.00
Cat: OT2
$829.29/Night
Departing on Aug 03, 2026 on the Explora III
Nights: 7
Dates: Aug 03, 2026 through Aug 10, 2026
Ship: Explora III
Itinerary:
Barcelona, Ibiza, Puerto Banus (Marbella), Tangier, Cadiz, Portimão, Lisbon
from
$6,950.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$6,950.00
Cat: OT1
$992.86/Night
Dates: Oct 01, 2026 through Dec 16, 2026
Location(s):
Los Cabos
Kids stay & eat free at Hard Rock Hotel Los Cabos
Nights: 4
Dates: Jan 10, 2027 through Apr 04, 2027
Location(s):
Rovaniemi, Levi
Gather the family and prepare to see the beauty of Finland during winter on this epic five-day adventure. You’ll meet reindeer in Rovaniemi, be whisked through snow-dusted woodlands by a team of incredible huskies and learn the Finnish art of forest bathing and arctic cocooning with a local family in Levi. Whether you’re sitting by the campfire under the night sky waiting for the Northern Lights to appear or visiting Santa at his village, there’s plenty of fun to be had for travellers of all ages.
from
$2,605.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Nov 25, 2026 on the Explora I
Nights: 11
Dates: Nov 25, 2026 through Dec 05, 2026
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Miami, Willemstad, Oranjestad, Santa Marta, Cartagena, George Town, Grand Cayman, Miami
from
$5,090.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$5,090.00
Cat: OT1
$462.73/Night
Mexico Family Journey: The Heart of the Yucatán National Geographic Family Journeys
Nights: 7
Dates: Jul 12, 2026 through Jul 26, 2026
Location(s):
Playa del Carmen, Day trip to Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve, Playa del Carmen/Mérida, Mérida, Day Trip to Sotuta de Peón, Mérida/Playa del Carmen, Playa del Carmen
The Yucatán Peninsula is the perfect destination for your family to explore. Full of marine life, Maya ruins, and wildlife-packed jungles, this 8-day journey through some of Mexico’s must-see historical sites–small towns, cenotes, and reserves, offers the perfect educational experience for your family to share. Explore the remarkable Sian Ka'an Biosphere Reserve, marvel at the largest pyramid at Chichen Itza, take part in a immersive experience at Hacienda Sotuta de Peón, visit a small Maya c...
from
$3,329.10
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Sep 07, 2026 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: Sep 07, 2026 through Sep 14, 2026
Ship: Explora II
Itinerary:
Piraeus (Athens), Patmos, Istanbul, Kusadasi, Mykonos, Piraeus (Athens)
from
$5,240.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$5,240.00
Cat: OT1
$748.57/Night
Departing on Jun 22, 2026 on the Explora I
Nights: 14
Dates: Jun 22, 2026 through Jul 06, 2026
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Barcelona, Cannes, Portofino, Livorno (Florence), Porto Cervo (Sardinia), Ajaccio (Corsica), Rome (Civitavecchia), Port of Naples, Capri, Calvi (Corsica), Villefranche-sur-Mer(Nice), Marseille, Mahón (Menorca), Barcelona
Embark on a journey of enchantment, from Barcelona’s vibrant heart to the charming streets of Cannes, Portofino’s rugged grace and Florence’s historic soul
from
$10,540.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$10,540.00
Cat: OT1
$752.86/Night
Departing on May 21, 2027 on the Explora III
Nights: 11
Dates: May 21, 2027 through Jun 01, 2027
Ship: Explora III
Itinerary:
Vancouver, Ketchikan, Hoonah, Sailing the Hubbard Glacier, Seward, Haines, Sailing the Tracy Arm Fjord, Wrangell, Vancouver
From lively Vancouver, sail the fabled Inside Passage, surrounded by misty forests and ocean calm. Discover the totem poles of Ketchikan and Hoonah's rugged paradise.
from
$7,370.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$7,370.00
Cat: OT1
$670.00/Night
Departing on Aug 17, 2026 on the Explora I
Nights: 7
Dates: Aug 17, 2026 through Aug 24, 2026
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Barcelona, Cannes, Portofino, Livorno (Florence), Porto Cervo (Sardinia), Ajaccio (Corsica), Rome (Civitavecchia)
from
$5,535.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$5,535.00
Cat: OT1
$790.71/Night
Nights: 6
Dates: Jul 29, 2026 through Aug 02, 2026
Location(s):
Quito, Amazon Jungle, Banos, Cotopaxi National Park, Quito
Take the family into the heart of the Amazon on this seven-day adventure, starting and finishing in Quito – the capital of Ecuador. Explore Pailon del Diablo Waterfall, learn how to protect local wildlife at a wildlife rescue centre and hike to Limpiopungo Lagoon for panoramic views of the Cotopaxi Volcano – Ecuador's second-highest peak. On this family adventure, there's plenty of opportunities to relax and immerse yourselves in nature. Whether it’s cruising down the Rio Misahualli on a motorised canoe, relaxing in natural hot springs in Banos or spotting local wildlife on a night jungle walk in the Amazon – you and your family are bound to have an amazing getaway!
from
$1,340.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on May 18, 2026 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: May 18, 2026 through May 25, 2026
Ship: Explora II
Itinerary:
Fusina (Venice), Rovinj, Dubrovnik, Brindisi, KOTOR, Santorini, Piraeus (Athens)
from
$5,225.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$5,225.00
Cat: OT1
$746.43/Night
Departing on Apr 12, 2027 on the Explora III
Nights: 9
Dates: Apr 12, 2027 through Apr 22, 2027
Ship: Explora III
Itinerary:
Miami, Ocho Rios, Willemstad, Oranjestad, Santa Marta, Cartagena, Crossing the Panama Canal, Panama City (Amador)
From charismatic Miami, set sail on an extraordinary exploration of natural and modern wonders. Take in the pretty coves of Port Antonio and bask in Willemstad's European-Caribbean fusion and glorious beaches. In Oranjestad, absorb the wild beauty of rugged landscapes.
from
$6,160.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$6,160.00
Cat: OT2
$684.44/Night
Peru Family Adventure Tailormade Journeys
Nights: 8
Dates: Sep 01, 2025 through Sep 01, 2027
Location(s):
Arrive Lima, Peru, Lima | Catching Waves, Cusco | Sacred Valley of the Incas, Sacred Valley | High-Altitude Terrain, Sacred Valley | Children of the Rainbow, Cusco | The Incas’ Citadel, Cusco | San Blas Spirit, Lima | Artistic Transformations, Depart Lima
Departing on May 11, 2026 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: May 11, 2026 through May 18, 2026
Ship: Explora II
Itinerary:
Piraeus (Athens), Paros, Rhodes, Corfu, Hvar, Rijeka, Fusina (Venice)
from
$4,920.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$4,920.00
Cat: OT1
$702.86/Night
Departing on Jun 22, 2027 on the Explora III
Nights: 10
Dates: Jun 22, 2027 through Jul 02, 2027
Ship: Explora III
Itinerary:
Vancouver, Wrangell, Hoonah, Sailing the Hubbard Glacier, Seward, Juneau, Ketchikan, Vancouver
We circle from Vancouver into Alaska's rugged beauty, sailing the Inside Passage to Wrangell's wild charms, the spectacular wildlife of Icy Strait Point and the grandeur of the Hubbard Glacier. Admire the dramatic fjords of Seward, then unwind and energise onboard against an inspiring ocean backdrop as we drift to Juneau's beautiful rivers and mountains, then onwards to the remote coves of Ketchikan.
from
$7,105.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$7,105.00
Cat: OT1
$710.50/Night
Departing on Jul 06, 2026 on the Explora I
Nights: 7
Dates: Jul 06, 2026 through Jul 13, 2026
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Barcelona, Ibiza, Tunis/La Goulette, La Valletta, Naxos (Taormina), Sicily, Sorrento, Rome (Civitavecchia)
from
$5,840.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$5,840.00
Cat: OT1
$834.29/Night
Kenya Family Safari Tailormade Journeys
Nights: 9
Dates: Sep 01, 2025 through Sep 01, 2027
Location(s):
Arrive Nairobi, Kenya, Nairobi | Giraffe Encounter, Ol Pejeta Conservancy | Unique Refuge, Ol Pejeta Conservancy | Dedicated Canines, Lewa Wildlife Conservancy | Private Sanctuary, Lewa Wildlife Conservancy | Unique Species, Maasai Mara Game Reserve | Big Game Abounds, Maasai Mara Game Reserve | Scanning the Savanna, Maasai Mara Game Reserve | Meeting the Local Community, Depart Nairobi
Departing on Sep 14, 2026 on the Explora I
Nights: 14
Dates: Sep 14, 2026 through Sep 28, 2026
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Barcelona, Porto Cervo (Sardinia), Ajaccio (Corsica), Cannes, Portofino, Livorno (Florence), Rome (Civitavecchia), Port of Naples, Capri, Calvi (Corsica), Villefranche-sur-Mer(Nice), Marseille, Mahón (Menorca), Barcelona
Cast off from Barcelona’s buzzing heart to the turquoise coves of Sardinia’s Porto Cervo
from
$10,540.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$10,540.00
Cat: OT1
$752.86/Night
Departing on Nov 17, 2026 on the Explora I
Nights: 8
Dates: Nov 17, 2026 through Nov 25, 2026
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Miami, Merida (Progreso), Roatan Island, Belize City, Ocean Cay, Miami
from
$4,060.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$4,060.00
Cat: OT1
$507.50/Night
Departing on Jun 07, 2027 on the Explora I
Nights: 7
Dates: Jun 07, 2027 through Jun 14, 2027
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Montecarlo, Rome (Civitavecchia), Port of Naples, Capri, Ajaccio (Corsica), Mahón (Menorca), Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona
Sail into a world of effortless elegance and idyllic shores, where Monte Carlo's French Riviera sunshine unfolds to Rome's awe-inspiring landmarks. Absorb spectacular views across Naples, gateway to history and culture, then capture the beauty of the sunset over Capri as we glide towards Ajaccio to meander through food markets and charming streets.
from
$4,975.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$4,975.00
Cat: OT1
$710.71/Night
Nights: 11
Dates: Jun 26, 2026 through Jul 07, 2026
Location(s):
Arrive Nairobi, Kenya, Nairobi – Magical Meetings with Giraffe & Elephant, Amboseli National Park – On the Prowl, Amboseli National Park – Into the Midst of Wildlife, Ngorongoro Crater, Tanzania – The Lost World, Ngorongoro Crater - Ideal Early Access, Serengeti National Park – Traces of Early Humankind, Serengeti National Park – Far More Than the Big Five, Maasai Mara Game Reserve, Kenya – Rift Valley, Maasai Mara Game Reserve – Family Fun, Maasai Mara Game Reserve – On Safari, Depart Nairobi
from
$14,295.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Nov 22, 2026 on the Explora III
Nights: 7
Dates: Nov 22, 2026 through Nov 29, 2026
Ship: Explora III
Itinerary:
Miami, Saint John/Cruz Bay, St. John's (Antigua), Terre-de-Haut, St. Maarten/Philipsburg, San Juan
Sailing in supreme luxury amongst nature's magic, this Journey exudes a warm elan that's both cosmopolitan and tropical. We begin in Miami, where the moon shines on a sultry, sophisticated city then ply a chain of mangrove islands to call on the iconic Conch Republic of Key West. We venture to long-held yachtsmen's coves in Virgin Gorda then the French and British outposts of Deshaies and Falmouth Harbour. Then slip into the enigmatic sanctuary of San Juan.
from
$3,845.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$3,845.00
Cat: OT1
$549.29/Night
Departing on Oct 05, 2026 on the Explora I
Nights: 7
Dates: Oct 05, 2026 through Oct 12, 2026
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Rome (Civitavecchia), La Spezia, Montecarlo, Saint-Tropez, Mahón (Menorca), Valencia, Barcelona
from
$4,835.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$4,835.00
Cat: OT2
$690.71/Night
Nights: 7
Dates: Mar 27, 2027 through Mar 31, 2027
Location(s):
Ubud, Candidasa, Amed, Sanur
Indonesia’s perfect island getaway is a land of beaches and clear waters, but there’s another side of Bali outside relaxing in a villa. On this exhilarating adventure, you can take the family over the rapids near Ubud, pedal past rural villages on two wheels and then kick back on the beaches at Amed. Walk through the countryside to see perfect rice terraces, explore the Tirta Gangga Water Palace with your teens and learn how to make a woven mat from pandan leaves in Pekarangan Village. This holiday balances the Zen of Bali with off-the-beaten path activities designed to get your heart rate up and keep the kids entertained!
from
$1,495.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Jun 23, 2027 on the MS Andorinha
Nights: 9
Dates: Jun 23, 2027 through Jul 02, 2027
Ship: MS Andorinha
Itinerary:
Arrive Madrid, Madrid as you please, Salamanca & Barca d'Alva, A rock safari at Vale do Côa Archaelogical Park, Valeria Gorge & Charming Pinhão, Pinhão to Régua, A choice of excursions in Regua, Cruising to Porto, Porto Sights, Journey home
Join us in 2024 for a 7-night riverboat adventure designed for enriching family travel, celebrating the Age of Discovery during two nights in Madrid, the UNESCO World Heritage city of Porto, and seven nights aboard our brand-new riverboat purpose-built for cruising Portugal's golden Douro River.
from
$7,290.00
(USD)
Per Person
Dates: Jan 02, 2026 through Dec 22, 2027
Location(s):
Ocho Rios
Kids & teens stay & eat free at Moon Palace Jamaica
Dates: Feb 04, 2026 through Dec 31, 2026
Location(s):
Riviera Maya
1 kid & 1 teen stay & eat free at Royalton Splash Riviera Cancun
Departing on May 03, 2027 on the Explora I
Nights: 7
Dates: May 03, 2027 through May 10, 2027
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Barcelona, Mahón (Menorca), Alghero (Sardinia), Saint-Tropez, Cannes, La Spezia, Rome (Civitavecchia)
Sail from Barcelona’s artistic buzz to the tranquil charm of Mahón in Menorca.
from
$4,670.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$4,670.00
Cat: OT1
$667.14/Night
Departing on Jul 10, 2026 on the MS Serene
Nights: 7
Dates: Jul 10, 2026 through Jul 17, 2026
Ship: MS Serene
Itinerary:
Arrive Paris and embark ms Sapphire, A day in Paris, Explore Paris at leisure, Monet's Giverny & Les Andelys, WWII and Normandy, Time traveling in Rouen, Chateau de Versailles... visit or guided bicycle ride, Journey home
Our newest European river cruise is designed for families and explores everything français! Spend seven amazing nights aboard our riverboat ms Sapphire exploring Paris, Monet's gardens, D-Day Beaches, Rouen, Versailles and more.
from
$5,940.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Jun 22, 2026 on the Explora II
Nights: 7
Dates: Jun 22, 2026 through Jun 29, 2026
Ship: Explora II
Itinerary:
Piraeus (Athens), Paros, Rhodes, Corfu, Hvar, Rijeka, Fusina (Venice)
from
$5,240.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$5,240.00
Cat: OT1
$748.57/Night
Nights: 7
Dates: Jan 02, 2028 through Jan 09, 2028
Location(s):
Nairobi, Lake Nakuru, Lake Naivasha, Great Rift Valley and Loita Hills, Maasai Mara, Nairobi
Swap the bustle of Kenya's capital for the calls of flamingos, zebras and rhinos as you journey from Nairobi to Maasai Mara. Set out on 4WD game drives in search of your family’s favourite Lion King characters, including lions, cheetahs and elephants, spend time with the Maasai locals and learn about their traditional tribal culture. See giraffes up close at the Langata Giraffe Sanctuary, look for hippos playing in the shallows of the Mara River and spend a night near Lake Naivasha. Travel across the Great Rift Valley hear native birds sing as you walk around Crater Lake and relax at camp each night with the other families – the kids will love the swimming pools!
from
$2,490.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Jul 06, 2026 on the Explora I
Nights: 14
Dates: Jul 06, 2026 through Jul 20, 2026
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Barcelona, Ibiza, Tunis/La Goulette, La Valletta, Naxos (Taormina), Sicily, Sorrento, Rome (Civitavecchia), Porto Santo Stefano (Argentario), Montecarlo, Saint-Tropez, Valencia, Mahón (Menorca), Barcelona
Drift away from Barcelona to the beautiful beaches and buzzing nightlife of Ibiza
from
$9,860.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$9,860.00
Cat: OT1
$704.29/Night
Nights: 8
Dates: Apr 04, 2026 through Apr 12, 2026
Location(s):
Antalya, Kas, Selcuk, Canakkale, Istanbul
Experience history coming to life on a nine-day family adventure from the coast of Antalya to the diverse city of Istanbul. Spend a day sailing on the Mediterranean coast with a boat trip in Kas, take a history lesson outside of the classroom with a local guide in the ancient city of Ephesus and visit the ruins of Troy and Gallipoli. Finish your adventure in Istanbul with a free day to explore at your own pace and a local leader to lean on for the best recommendations and the inside scoop.
from
$2,216.00
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Aug 10, 2026 on the Explora I
Nights: 14
Dates: Aug 10, 2026 through Aug 24, 2026
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Rome (Civitavecchia), Porto Santo Stefano (Argentario), Montecarlo, Saint-Tropez, Tarragona, Palma de Mallorca, Barcelona, Cannes, Portofino, Livorno (Florence), Porto Cervo (Sardinia), Ajaccio (Corsica), Rome (Civitavecchia)
Trace Mediterranean beauty from Rome’s ancient whispers to Porto Santo Stefano’s sunlit calm
from
$9,280.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$9,280.00
Cat: OT1
$662.86/Night
Departing on Jul 27, 2026 on the Explora I
Nights: 7
Dates: Jul 27, 2026 through Aug 03, 2026
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Rome (Civitavecchia), Port of Naples, Capri, Calvi (Corsica), Villefranche-sur-Mer(Nice), Marseille, Mahón (Menorca), Barcelona
from
$4,920.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$4,920.00
Cat: OT1
$702.86/Night
Nights: 8
Dates: Mar 31, 2026 through Apr 08, 2026
Location(s):
Hanoi, Mai Chau, Ninh Binh, Halong Bay, Halong Bay – Overnight Train, Hoi An
Get active with your teens through beautiful Northern Vietnam. With long, gorgeous bike rides, guided walking tours, kayaking expeditions and a night on a traditional boat in Ha Long Bay, this trip is bound to get the blood pumping (and the family bonding). Starting in Hanoi, you’ll cycle through the city, sit down to lunch at a social enterprise focusing on disadvantaged youth and explore the delicious local cuisine. Savour the fresh air in the countryside on a two-day ride from Luong Song to stunning Ninh Binh, cruise the waters of Vietnam’s favourite UNESCO-listed bay by kayak and explore Hoi An’s Old Town and its surroundings by bike and foot.
from
$1,168.75
(USD)
Per Person
Departing on Oct 18, 2027 on the Explora I
Nights: 11
Dates: Oct 18, 2027 through Oct 29, 2027
Ship: Explora I
Itinerary:
Barcelona, Valencia, Casablanca, Agadir, Arrecife (Lanzarote), Santa Cruz de Tenerife, Funchal (Madeira), Cadiz, Barcelona
Set sail on a circular journey from brilliant Barcelona, beginning with a visit to the awe-inspiring shores of Valencia. We reach the minaret skyline of charismatic Casablanca, then make our way to Agadir's crescent beach and atmospheric architecture.
from
$6,730.00
(USD)
Per Person
Suite
$6,730.00
Cat: OT1
$611.82/Night