Well said, vaitape - couldn't agree more. While there is something to be said for "earning" experiences, there's also something to be said for exposing children to broader experiences. I do not see anything inherently wrong with bringing children aboard a luxury cruise as long as proper decorum and behavior is maintained. I would hate to think that we as parents are so ineffectual that we have no influence on their development and that they are simply a product of their environment.

My two yen (yes, cheaper than 2 cents).

Masaki

PS: having said this, we are likely to look at sailing Disney at least a few times as Little Fish gets older to give her a more kid-friendly cruising atmosphere than RSSC. I draw the line at crusing Carnivore again though. :D