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Bama Coast Cruisin'

The Annual Bama Coast Cruisin' will be held at the Wharf Resort and Marina in Orange Beach. Come and see the beautiful cars on display at The Wharf, and enjoy a day of shopping and dining at one of The Wharf's several delicious restaurants.

Bama Coast Cruisin' is an absolutely stunning show set against the backdrop of the Inter-Coastal Waterway and the Canal Bridge. It's a laid-back, family-friendly weekend full of amazing cars, fun events, entertainment and Southern hospitality.

Free to the Public

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Bama Coast Cruisin'

Apr. 29, 2023 9:00 a.m.

The Wharf 23101 Canal Road , Orange Beach , Alabama 36561

The Annual Bama Coast Cruisin' will be held at the Wharf Resort and Marina in Orange Beach. Come and see the beautiful cars on display at The Wharf, and enjoy a day of shopping and dining at one of The Wharf's several delicious restaurants.

Bama Coast Cruisin' is a stunning show set against the backdrop of the Inter-Coastal Waterway and the Canal Bridge. It's a laid-back, family-friendly weekend full of amazing cars, fun events, entertainment and Southern hospitality.

Admission: Free to the Public

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Apr 1 Monday

• Tim Nowell Live 6 pm - 7 pm
• Open Mic Night... $5 Tito's 7 pm - 11 pm

Apr 2 Tuesday

• Ladies Night - Bingo, $2 Bubbles, Karaoke + $5 Shaker Punch 8 pm - 9 pm

Apr 3 Wednesday

• Brent Varner Live 7 pm - 11 pm
• Thomas Jenkins Live 8 pm - 9 pm

Apr 4 Thursday

• Watts Up Entertainment - Karaoke & Ladies Night 5 pm - 9 pm
• Chase Mitchell Live 8 pm - 9 pm
• Karaoke/DJ Party with Kelly 8 pm - 9 pm

Apr 5 Friday

• Rachel Lang Duo Live 6 pm - 10 pm
• Justin Colvard Live 8 pm - 9 pm
• Rockstarfish Band Live 9 pm - 9:30 pm

Apr 6 Saturday

• Bunny Hop 5K + Fun Run presented by Pleasure Island Junior Woman’s Club 8:30 am - 9:30 am
• Mimosas at The Marina 12 pm - 3 pm
• Flo Rivers Song of the South Live 5 pm - 9 pm
• Brandon Giles Band Live 9 pm - 10 pm

Apr 7 Sunday

• $3 Bloodys + Longnecks / $5 Tito's 11 am - 12 pm
• Zoe Burdett Live 12 pm - 3 pm
• Chris Beverly Live 6 pm - 7 pm

Apr 8 Monday

Apr 9 Tuesday

• Justin Wall Live 6 pm - 7 pm

Apr 10 Wednesday

• Zoe Burdett Live 7 pm - 11 pm

Apr 11 Thursday

• Strutt Douglas Live - Ladies Night 5 pm - 9 pm

Apr 12 Friday

• Joe D'Alessandro Live 5 pm - 9 pm
• Corey Rezner Live 6 pm - 9 pm
• Tim Nowell Live 8 pm - 9 pm
• High Cotton Band Live 9 pm - 10 pm

Apr 13 Saturday

• iY5K 8 am - 10 am
• Josh Drake Live 6 pm - 9 pm
• Strutt Douglas Live 6 pm - 9 pm
• Bryant Thomas Band Live 9 pm - 10 pm

Apr 14 Sunday

• Sweetie Live 1 pm - 4 pm
• Barstools Surfers Band Live 8 pm - 9 pm

Apr 15 Monday

Apr 16 Tuesday

Apr 17 Wednesday

• Chris Beverly Live 7 pm - 11 pm
• Joey Collins Live 8 pm - 9 pm

Apr 18 Thursday

• Ginny Lane Bar & Grill April Wine Dinner 6 pm - 7 pm

Apr 19 Friday

• Gage Downs Burnt Peaches Duo Live 5 pm - 9 pm
• YoHo Fiesta Dinner 6 pm - 7 pm
• Chase Brown Live 6 pm - 9 pm
• Identity Theft Band Live 9 pm - 10 pm

Apr 20 Saturday

• Earth Day Shred + Tech Recycling Event 8 am - 11 am

Apr 21 Sunday

• Just Roger Live 12 pm - 3 pm
• Shrimp Shack Shooters Band Live 9 pm - 10 pm

Apr 22 Monday

Apr 23 Tuesday

Apr 24 Wednesday

• Jesse Bumann Live 5 pm - 9 pm
• Bryant Thomas Band Live 7 pm - 11 pm

Apr 25 Thursday

• Bama Coast Cruisin’ 9 am - 5 pm

Apr 26 Friday

• Jeff Roberts Live 5 pm - 8 pm
• Adam Tyler Brown Live 6 pm - 9 pm
• Gringo Fife Live 8 pm - 9 pm

Apr 27 Saturday

• Pre Concert Party with Cat Country 3 pm - 7 pm
• Billy Currington + Kip Moore in Concert 7 pm - 8 pm
• Sunline Live 8 pm - 9 pm
• Post Concert Party with Portersville Band Live 9 pm - 10 pm

Apr 28 Sunday

• $3 Bloodys + Longnecks / $5 Tito's 11 am - 6 pm
• Gage Downs Live 12 pm - 3 pm
• Portersville Duo Live 9 pm - 10 pm

Apr 29 Monday

Apr 30 Tuesday

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The event will feature a wide range of automotive products and services, giving exhibitors the chance to connect with potential customers and build relationships. Attendees will have the opportunity to experience the latest in automotive technology and services, as well as explore the many offerings of the exhibitors.

Bama Coast Cruisin’ is an excellent opportunity for exhibitors to gain exposure and increase their reach. With its convenient location and wide range of activities, the event is sure to draw a large crowd and provide a great platform for exhibitors to showcase their products and services.

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15th Annual Bama Coast Cruisin'

Orange Beach

Bama Coast Cruisin is an outdoor car show featuring all makes and models of vehicles including but not limited to street rods, hot rods, antiques and classics. The event takes place in the beautiful setting of The Wharf located on the Inter coastal Waterway in Orange Beach, Alabama. Main Street at The Wharf is blocked off exclusively for these vehicles and serves to spotlight the timeless beauty of vehicles from decades past as well as classics from more recent times. The show extends on well past Main Street with specialty vehicles lining Wharf Parkway on both sides as well as the Marina Lawn which backs up to the Inter coastal Waterway itself. You will enjoy strolling through the area as you take in the sights and bask in the sunshine of Alabama's Gulf Coast.

• 4830 Main Street
• Orange Beach, AL 36561

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Bama Coast Cruisin’ 2023

Address: The Wharf 4873 Wharf Parkway W b Orange Beach, AL 36561

Phone: (205) 655-4950

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://bamacoastcruisin.com/

Dates: 04/27/2023 ‐ 04/29/2023

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Bama Coast Cruisin’ is an absolutely stunning show. Held at The Wharf in Orange Beach, AL and set against the backdrop of the Inter-Coastal Waterway and the Canal Bridge. It’s a laid back, family friendly weekend full of amazing cars, fun events, entertainment and Southern hospitality. FREE ADMISSION FOR THE PUBLIC!!! For more info visit www.bamacoastcruisin.com Participants & Vendors Thursday, April 27: 8 am – 5 pm Friday, April 28: 8 am – 5 pm Saturday, April 29: 8 am – 5 pm   Open to the Public Friday, April 28: 9 am – 5 pm Saturday, April 29: 9 am – 5 pm * Thursday is a setup day for Participants & Vendors.

We are a team of car enthusiasts who are passionate about everything related to cars. Our goal is to create a comprehensive and up-to-date list of all car shows taking place across the United States.

We believe that car shows are a fantastic way to celebrate the beauty, history, and innovation of automobiles. They bring together car lovers from all over the country to share their passion and knowledge about these amazing machines. Additionally, car shows often play an important role in giving back to the community. Many car shows are organized with the goal of raising money for charities and non-profit organizations.

Our website aims to provide a one-stop-shop for car enthusiasts who are looking for information about upcoming car shows in their area. We strive to provide accurate and reliable information about each event, including the location, date, time, admission fees, and other relevant details. We also highlight car shows that are organized to benefit charitable causes. By promoting these events, we hope to raise awareness and increase support for these important causes.

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Decker island bama cruise.

BAMA has scheduled a cruise out up the delta to Decker Island July 1st - 3rd

The rough plan would be:

Sat July 1st

Distance ~60 NM High Water at the Carquinez Strait is 1:30pm; will follow the flood up the river Depart: Southampton shoal 8:00am Assume Avg speed 7 knts puts us in anchorage at 4- 5pm

Sun July 2nd

Hangout! The anchorage is clean with good water for swimming. We plan to enjoy the water and lounging about.

Monday July 3rd

Depart early, motor sailing our way back. Should cross Susian on a flood (=smooth water)

If you are interested in joining the cruise-out, email Glen at [email protected]  and let him know or ask any questions you might have.

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Alabama is home to several beautiful rivers, including the Black Warrior River. Located in west-central Alabama, the Black Warrior River is one of the state’s most scenic rivers. One of the best ways to explore this scenic river is by taking a cruise aboard the Bama Belle.

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Bama Coast Cruisin’

15th Annual Bama Coast Cruisin'

April 25, 26 & 27, 2024.

Thursday, April 25: Participant & Vendor Setup: 8 am – 5 pm Open to the Public: 9 am – 5 pm

Friday, April 26: Participants & Vendors: 8 am – 5 pm Open to the Public: 9 am – 5 pm

Saturday, April 27: Participants & Vendors: 8 am – 5 pm Open to the Public: 9 am – 5 pm

FREE to the Public

Admission & parking are FREE to the public!

This is a family friendly event so come out & see some of the most beautiful cars in the country at the most unique venue on Alabama’s Gulf Coast!

Vendor Contract

All items to be sold at the event must be listed on your vendor contract. items not listed will not be allowed in the event. * t-shirt and hat vendors (ball caps) are not allowed..

Please read the Vendor Contract completely, fill it out completely & mail it along with your payment to:

MotorSports Productions, Inc. 2107 N. Grande View Ln Alabaster, AL 35114

Make checks payable to McLean Motorsports Productions

To pay by Credit Card call our office at: (205) 655-4950

Vendors & Swap Meet

Booth Space

Looking for a great event to fill your spring calendar? Want a friendly, exciting atmosphere where you can have a profitable weekend plus a little fun? Look no further! Bama Coast Cruisin’ presented by O’Reilly Auto Parts is coming & we want you to be there!

MotorSports Productions, Inc. is the producing company for Bama Coast Cruisin’ & we’re bringing 40 years of producing events to the Gulf Coast, making this event the absolute best on the beach & a must see for everyone’s calendar! The location for Bama Coast Cruisin’ is The Wharf in Orange Beach, Alabama. It’s a gorgeous property with a tremendous amount of space for the event, trailer parking, spectator parking & everything you could want in a venue. Join us now & receive a great low rate on vendor space.

Bama Coast Cruisin’ presented by O’Reilly Auto Parts will be widely advertised in several national magazines, through other print media, online & through paid social media campaigns throughout the year. You and your company can capitalize on this with a booth in Bama Coast Cruisin’.

* Vendors dealing in 100% used parts only. No new items.

Food trucks, * after april 1st: $325, vendor area, * after april 1st: $145, * after april 1st: $195, * after april 1st: $235, * after april 1st: $280, * after april 1st: $350, * after april 1st: $400, * after april 1st: $450, need more space than listed above additional space is available. contact us to find out more., utility services.

There is no power available at The Wharf. If your booth needs power, you must bring your own QUIET generator, i.e. Honda

Water is extremely limited at The Wharf. You must bring your own food grade hose & 2 way splitter. You must let us know that you need water on your application.

Participants & Vendors: Check-in / Registration will take place at The Orange Beach Event Center at The Wharf. This will be your 1st stop when you arrive.

Spectators: There is plenty of free, convenient parking at The Wharf.

Use these interactive maps for turn by turn directions to Bama Coast Cruisin’

Participants & Vendors

Orange Beach Event Center at The Wharf 4671 Wharf Pkwy W, Orange Beach, AL

The Wharf in Orange Beach, AL 23101 Canal Rd, Orange Beach, AL 36561

Hotels, Condos & RV Parks

Show sponsor & host condo provider, young's suncoast vacation rentals.

Enjoy special offers for Bama Coast Cruisin’ Participants. 1, 2 & 3 bedroom condos at The Wharf along with condos & houses at several beach front and Pet Friendly properties are available. Call 1-800-826-1213  & mention Bama Coast Cruisin’ or book your room online!

Levin's Bend Condominiums at The Wharf

4550 Main St, Orange Beach, AL 36561

These beautiful Condominiums overlook our event at The Wharf. Reserve a 1, 2 or 3 bedroom condo by calling 1-866-864-0937  & mention Bama Coast Cruisin’ or book your room online!

Holiday Inn Express

24700 Perdido Beach Blvd, Orange Beach, AL 36561

Holiday Inn Express has offered excellent Show Rates of:

King/Sofa Inland – $249 + tax Gulf View – $279 + tax

Double Inland – $249 + tax Gulf View – $279 + tax

FEATURES: • Hotel sits directly on the beach • Complimentary Hot Breakfast Buffet • Free WiFi • Complimentary 24 hour Business Center and Fitness Centers • All Guestrooms feature Private Balconies • 24 hour Coffee and Tea Station • Onsite laundry • Onsite seasonal bar • IHG Rewards Program: Accrue ten points for every dollar spent

• Book by 4/22/23 to receive discount. Available for stays between 4/26/23 and 4/30/23. Pending availability. • Reservations can be made by calling (251) 974-1634 and requesting the rate for the group code: BCC . • Cancellation Policy: 72 hours prior to arrival.

Host RV Park

Alabama coast campground.

11959 Barin Field Rd Foley, AL 36535

Located near OWA, just minutes away from The Wharf, Alabama Coast Campground is offering a 15% Discount for Bama Coast Cruisin’ participants during the week of our show!

Marriott SpringHill Suites at The Wharf

4673 Wharf Parkway West, Orange Beach, AL 36561

Our Room Block at the Marriott SprinHill Suites is full, but there may be a room available at regular rates.

Full Listing Of Hotels & Condos in Orange Beach & Gulf Shores

Gulf shores & orange beach cvb.

You can find a full listing of all the hotels & condos located in Gulf Shores & Orange Beach on the Convention & Visitor’s Bureau website.

Trailer Parking

FREE trailer parking is available for for Participants & Vendors. Space is limited so please park tight. Trailer Parking is located next to the Orange Beach Event Center with some overflow available in the open lot across the street. Use the interactive map for turn by turn directions to the trailer lot.

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Visit Our Sponsors

We would like to thank all of our sponsors for supporting this event. we could not produce such a unique, beautiful & down right fun event without their help. please support our sponsors whenever possible & let them know that you appreciate their support of bama coast cruisin' too.

Our goal with Bama Coast Cruisin’ is to build an inclusive show that welcomes anyone who loves cars and enjoys cruisin’ the open road.

With help from the City of Orange Beach and several local businesses, we have created a unique, family friendly and fun filled weekend event at one of the most beautiful vacation destinations in the nation.

So join us, and don’t miss your chance to cruise the beautiful Alabama Gulf Coast and enjoy your ride the way it was meant to be enjoyed!

In the upcoming show season, McLean MotorSports Productions, LLC will produce four automotive events:

Fall Bama Coast Cruisin’ presented by O'Reilly Auto Parts at Orange Beach Freedom Fest

October 6 & 7, 2023 At The Wharf in Orange Beach, AL

O’Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels in Chattanooga, TN

January 5, 6 & 7, 2024 At the Chattanooga Convention Center

O’Reilly Auto Parts World of Wheels in Birmingham, AL

February 2, 3 & 4, 2024 At the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex

Bama Coast Cruisin’ presented by O'Reilly Auto Parts, Sponsored by Young's Suncoast Realty & Vacation Rentals

April 25, 26 & 27, 2024 At The Wharf in Orange Beach, AL

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Adam McLean

President, CEO

Crystal McLean

Vice President

Sonny McLean

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MSC Cruises

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MSC Cruises offers plenty of family fun and activities for teens on its ships, including sports tournaments, waterslides and a family disco. On select ships, you'll also find the full-size MSC Formula Racer simulator, an interactive XD cinema, a virtual reality experience, zip lines and an arcade room. The Young Club programming by MSC Cruises offers daily activities for 12- to 14-year-old tweens, while teens 15 to 17 can participate in sports and dance competitions as well as video game tournaments at the Teen Club. Older kids can also participate in fun themed events, karaoke, piloting practice at the Drone Academy and flash mobs – and there's a teens-only disco.

On MSC Seascape , teens can stay busy in three new concept spaces. "Future" features a state-of-the-art technology area with the latest-generation consoles, VR and video screens for hours of entertainment. "Chill Out" is just as it sounds – a place to hang out, chat, and play foosball and pingpong. Meanwhile, "Music" is a dance club where kids can choose their own tunes and dance the night away with cool lighting and sound effects. If all that isn't enough, Robotron, the first of its kind at sea, is an amusement park-like ride that combines the thrill of a roller coaster with personalized music and lighting.

MSC World Europa boasts the largest and most engaging kids area in the fleet with an impressive 8,245 square feet of action-packed space. The new Teens Lab features an immersive area for teenagers with more than 20 of the latest consoles, seven VR stations and dozens of video games. Drone Academy 2.0 is a high-energy relay race for drones. There's even more onboard fun at Z Active, a sports program that offers basketball, football and zorb ball alongside two firsts for the line – pickleball and hoverboards. Teens can also take a spin on the bumper cars at the MSC Sportplex.

MSC Euribia – the line's newest ship, which set sail on its inaugural cruise in June 2023 – has a total of 7,500-plus square feet of space dedicated to kids ages 0 to 17. The new Teens Club Extra Space offers three different areas: the Young Club (ages 12 to 14), the Teens Club (15 to 17) and the Teens Lab (12 to 17). Some of the activities include those found on other MSC ships, such as Z Active, Drone Academy 2.0 and the MSC Dance Crew competition. Teens will also have access to new video games; pingpong; World Quest, an interactive game show based on trivia and geography; and Caravaggio, an immersive spy game show about an art heist.

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Norwegian Cruise Line

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Norwegian Cruise Line boasts a teens-only venue, Entourage, which caters to young adults 13 to 17 years old. This supervised space – available on 16 of the line's 19 ships – keeps teens busy in an adults-free lounge that's filled with video games, movies, music, arts and sports. Teen counselors on Norwegian Cruise Line plan activities and challenges to keep kids entertained throughout the cruise. A list of detailed activities is available on embarkation day so teens can plan out their schedule for the cruise.

Norwegian Prima , the first vessel in the Prima class, features many first-at-sea innovations perfect for entertaining families and energetic teens, including the three-level Prima Speedway. With cars reaching up to 30 miles per hour, this quarter-mile-long racetrack is one of the highest-rated attractions on Prima. Adventurous teens will also want to check out The Drop and The Rush. Billed as the fastest slides at sea, these chutes offer thrill-seekers a heart-pumping 10-story freefall plunge.

If that's not enough action, teens can also play The Bull's Eye, a classic game of darts that uses a video tracking system, or check out Tee Time for a pumped-up version of mini-golf set against a Las Vegas backdrop. In the Galaxy Pavilion, an indoor gaming complex, you'll find more than a dozen attractions, including immersive simulator experiences, escape rooms and the Topgolf Swing Suite – all of which are unique to Norwegian Prima. When it's time to cool off, the Tidal Wave waterslide is another first for the brand, letting guests ride inner tubes to catch the surf.

Norwegian Viva, the second vessel in the Prima class, is set to launch in August 2023. As the newest ship in NCL's fleet, Viva will also feature these exciting high-tech attractions, including Viva Speedway. If you and your teens are fans of the movie "Beetlejuice," you're in for a treat: The Broadway musical adaptation will debut on the new ship.

The line's Breakaway Plus class – Norwegian Escape , Joy , Bliss and Encore – is also popular with families as these ships offer plenty of activities and attractions suited for active teens, such as go-kart tracks, outdoor laser tag and VR games in the Galaxy Pavilion.

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Disney Cruise Line

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Disney Cruise Line features two cool spaces dedicated to teens and tweens, who can hang out on comfy couches, watch shows or movies, and play video games. These hangouts, called Edge (for ages 11 to 14) and Vibe (ages 14 to 17), are available on all Disney Cruise Line ships.

On Disney Fantasy and Disney Dream , the space at Vibe also features a private outdoor deck with chaise lounges, wading pools, foosball and more. While indoors, teenagers can mingle with others their age, or just kick back and relax in individual nooks. There's a dance club area for karaoke contests, talent shows and dance competitions. The trendy indoor-outdoor space – at almost 9,000 square feet – is accessible with a teens-only card or DisneyBand+. On the new Disney Wish ship, Vibe has a French twist inspired by a Paris artist's loft with neon signs and funk pop art.

For tweens sailing on Disney Fantasy or Dream, Edge is a bright, loft-style gathering spot – located in the funnel – that has individual computer stations for gaming and a massive video wall for screening television, movies and games. There's also a lit-up dance floor for dance parties. Two nifty features of the space – and its location – are views of the pool decks below as well as three portholes that allow for glimpses of the riders on the water coaster, AquaDuck, as they zoom by.

On the first night of the cruise, kids receive information on what activities and events will be available during their vacation so they can curate a personalized entertainment itinerary. Some fun options throughout the week may include "Gotcha," a game of elimination where one teen will become the ultimate victor. For a special treat – and a bit of pampering – guests ages 13 to 17 won't want to miss an afternoon at Chill Spa, located inside Senses Spa & Salon.

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Royal Caribbean International

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The newly updated space for teens 13 to 17 years old on Royal Caribbean International vessels is hidden behind a secret speakeasy entrance. The dedicated venue, which has a gaming lounge and music, is a cozy place to hang out to meet other teens on the ship. There's also an outdoor patio where you can relax in the sun or chill out under the stars. Teens will find planned activities throughout the day at the lounge, including sports tournaments, a nightly teen disco and themed parties.

Social 100 is an exclusive new space for ages 13 to 17 on Wonder of the Seas . The outdoor space sits next to the waterslides and boasts a hot tub, lawn games, cozy seating, a selfie area, and a bar serving zero-proof cocktails and shakes. The indoor part of Social 100 features a gaming area, foosball tables, a vending machine and more comfortable spaces for teens to mingle.

Teens have plenty of activities they can do with their families on Royal Caribbean's ships, especially on the new Icon of the Seas, the first vessel in the Icon class. Slated for its inaugural sailing in January 2024, Wonder of the Seas will be the  world's largest cruise ship .  Cruisers of all ages will have endless opportunities for fun with more venues, activities and attractions than you've ever seen on a cruise ship.

Teens and their parents will appreciate Chill Island, a three-level pool deck with the first swim-up bar at sea. The new water park, Thrill Island, boasts six waterslides, including exciting firsts at sea, such as Pressure Drop, the first open freefall slide. If that's not enough to get the adrenaline pumping, teens can check out Crown's Edge – a combination thrill ride, skywalk and ropes course – or other Royal Caribbean favorites like Adrenaline Peak, Sports Court, the FlowRider surf simulator or the reimagined mini-golf course.

If you're hanging out in the new Surfside neighborhood on Icon, a dedicated space for young families, teens will have easy access to the supervised teens-only club, Social 020, from this open-air space.

When you head ashore to Perfect Day in CocoCay, one of the best  cruise line private islands , teen cruisers will find plenty of fun land-based activities like Thrill Waterpark and 1,600-foot-long zip lines. Be sure not to miss another thrilling experience: Up, Up and Away. The helium balloon ride soars 450 feet above the ground to the highest vantage point in the Bahamas , offering incredible panoramic views of the island and surrounding turquoise waters.

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Holland America Line

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The Kids Club on Holland America Line offers a fun supervised program for 13- to 17-year-old guests in an adult-free zone known as The Loft. The name is in the process of changing to High Score!, and you'll already find the updated concept on Oosterdam and Eurodam . The line's other ships will change over to the new venue throughout 2024. High Score! is a family game room that serves as a secret getaway for teens by day. In the evenings, entire families can come to play skeeball, board games and join in other activities.

The teens-only space (during the day) on Holland America Line resembles a New York artists loft where kids can listen to music, watch movies, play games and meet and hang out with same-age cruisers. Programs and activities at the current space, The Loft, include themed events, karaoke, a teen disco and nighttime activities such as Poker Night and video game tournaments. Youths can also participate in pingpong, basketball and other teens-only sporting events. If they still need more entertainment to keep them busy, the Kids Club offers origami lessons and watercolor painting as well as competitions in "Mario Kart," air hockey, foosball, pinball and more.

The Kids Club is complimentary for guests. The space is open daily, and you'll also find teen events around the ship. When it comes to dining, there are many teen-friendly dining options – where teens can even enjoy mocktails like nonalcoholic mojitos – at venues throughout the ship.

If you're cruising to Alaska with Holland America or other adventure-filled destinations, look for excursions that will appeal to younger family members like zip lining tours, trail hikes, float trips, helicopter tours and wilderness safaris. Alaska is a teen favorite, especially in Skagway (one of Alaska's top destinations ), where travelers can get a thrill out of dog mushing with a team of Alaskan huskies, taking a ride on the White Pass & Yukon Route Railroad, or going on a rock climbing excursion.

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Princess Cruises

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The modern Beach House lounge is the go-to place for passengers ages 13 to 17 to socialize and meet others their age when sailing on a Princess Cruises ship. Fun activities for teens include late-night movies and tournaments where they can challenge their peers in video games or at air hockey, foosball and table tennis. For more energetic activities, join in the fun during indoor dodgeball and basketball games. Or, learn new dance moves from some of the dancers in the crew, then hit the dance floor for one of the competitions. At the "Rock the Boat Party," teenagers can dress up and party the night away with mocktails and new friends on the ship.

"Movies Under the Stars" is one of Princess' signature events. Guests can watch movies, sporting events and concerts while bundled up with cozy blankets on the pool deck outdoors. Teens will enjoy the complimentary snacks – not to mention the special movie nights designed with them in mind, such as "Scary Movie Night." You might even find teen makeovers and glitter tattoos some evenings on the ship.

The line's three newest ships – Discovery Princess , Enchanted Princess and Sky Princess – offer the most activities for teens, but all of the ships in the fleet host youth programs in partnership with Discovery, along with plenty of other family-friendly activities. These offerings include Discovery Family and Animal Planet shore excursions and onboard entertainment like "The Voice of the Ocean," a musical competition.

Parents will be able to keep track of their busy teens anywhere on the ship with the state-of-the-art Princess MedallionClass system. The quarter-size wearable medallion and accompanying app allow guests to personalize their itinerary and locate family members and friends on board.

When Sun Princess launches in February 2024, as the first vessel in the line's Sphere class, it will feature Park19. This top-deck family activity zone boasts many outdoor adventures, including Sea Breeze – the first Rollglider at sea. The ADA-accessible seated ride offers a hang-gliding experience with panoramic views of the ocean and ports of call. Families and teens can also check out the climbing obstacle course, cargo nets and lookout points. The ship also has a recreational court – which offers pingpong, shuffleboard, fitness classes and more – and a splash zone where you can cool off after all the outdoor activities.

Inside Sun Princess, tweens and teens will find two centers just for them: Neon Grove and The Underground. Both spaces offer cozy and colorful areas for young adults to hang out, socialize, and play video games on the PlayStation 5 and Nintendo Switch. They'll also find foosball, skeeball and air hockey on top of planned activities like movie nights, dance parties and scavenger hunts.

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Adventures by Disney

Adventures by Disney offers river and expedition cruises for the whole family; the itineraries span many choices and experiences for tweens and teens with a focus on culture, history, gastronomy and adventure. The river cruises are operated in partnership with AmaWaterways, while the expedition cruises are a collaboration with luxury French cruise line Ponant.

If you're sailing on the Adventures by Disney Rhine River Cruise itinerary, for example, guests can choose between various exciting excursions. While you're docked in Strasbourg, France , for the day, teen-friendly options include a tour of the Black Forest, complete with a toboggan run and a visit to a woodworking museum. Another choice here is to visit Germany's Europa-Park, a one-of-a-kind theme park located between the Black Forest and the Vosges Mountains. In Melk, Austria, on the Danube itinerary, families can go for a bike ride along the Danube River, hike to the castle in Dürnstein or visit a family-run apricot farm.

Another great feature of these cruises is that teens can opt to have dinner and evening get-togethers with same-age cruisers, so they don't have to dine with their parents or younger siblings every night. Adventure Guides also curate special activities for teens like game shows and pool parties.

In destinations like Antarctica, the Adriatic and the Galápagos Islands , expert naturalists lead tours during these bucket list trips. You might even find a bit of Disney storytelling woven into the presentations by the Adventure Guides.

Keep in mind if you have younger kids as well as teens that children need to be 5 or older to sail on the river cruises. For the Galápagos Islands expedition cruises, the minimum age for Junior Adventurers is 7, and for expeditions to the polar regions, kids need to be 10 years of age or older.

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Carnival Cruise Line

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Carnival Celebration, which launched in November 2022, is the line's newest Excel-class ship. It features an expanded family and youth program, including its offerings for teens. The line also rolled out the new program fleetwide in spring 2023.

The Carnival Cruise Line teen programming at Circle "C" is for tweens ages 12 to 14, while Club O2 is for ages 15 to 17. In these venues you'll find entertainment like themed dance parties – and even a Carnival prom – as well as video games, movies and karaoke. Circle "C" stands for "Cruise, chill and connect," and that's what teens can do in this colorful, contemporary space with engaging counselors. New activities include anime drawing lessons and pop culture games at Circle "C." Older teens can foster new friendships while engaging in Japanese crafts and authentic tea ceremonies at Club O2.

Teens will appreciate Carnival's onboard water park, Waterworks, which includes a splash park and slides. Carnival Panorama even has the trampoline park Skyzone. Teenage passengers won't want to miss the first roller coaster at sea, BOLT, on Excel-class ships: Mardi Gras , Celebration and the upcoming Jubilee, scheduled to launch in December 2023.

For even more action, Vista-class ships feature Skyride. This two-lane, bike-like ride is suspended above the top deck of the ships and extends out over the ocean. More indoor fun can be found at Thrill Theater (on Horizon and Vista ), an immersive cinematic experience where you'll feel the seat rumble, the wind blow through your hair and even a spritz of water during the action-packed video.

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Celebrity Cruises

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This line's Teen Club features activities focused on kids 13 to 17. Some of the events offered for teens in the Camp at Sea program on Celebrity Cruises range from video game tournaments and sports competitions to culinary classes and silent disco parties. Teen cruisers can even book glass-blowing classes on Celebrity Solstice , Equinox and Eclipse . The offerings for young passengers are similar at either The Basement on Edge-series ships ( Edge , Apex , Beyond and Ascent, set to launch in November 2023) or at X Club on Solstice- and Millennium-class ships. Note, however, the line's three Galápagos expedition vessels do not have the teen venues. Families who need accessible accommodations, activities and programs will also find autism-friendly cruises on Celebrity.

When it comes to pampering, Celebrity's spas offer spa menus for 13- to 17-year-olds. Teens can book facials that are designed for young sensitive skin or have express pedicures and manicures. When you're ready to relax, schedule a two-by-two massage, where parents and kids can have a side-by-side treatment.

Celebrity also offers family-focused excursions that highlight cultural attractions, wildlife sightings and adventure. Some of these tours include seeing gentoo, king and Magellanic penguins in the Falkland Islands; taking an aerial tram through the treetop canopies of a rainforest in Costa Rica ; and going on a small culinary or sightseeing group excursion in Europe and other destinations around the world. On Caribbean sailings – especially when school is out for summer or on holidays – Celebrity has additional family-friendly shore excursions on its five- and seven-night sailings.

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Cunard Line

Cunard Line offers programs and activities for passengers ages 13 to 17 years old in its Teen Zone. This dedicated space is a place for teens to hang out with cruisers their own age and play video and team games, table tennis, and more. On the first day of the cruise, you'll find an activity program for young guests delivered to the stateroom so your teens can plan out their vacation experience, which may include entertaining theme days, deck sports, quizzes and dancing at the disco.

Teens on Cunard Line can participate in the activities around the ship, hit the pool for a dip, practice their putting or try their hand at croquet. If you're sailing on Queen Mary 2, those interested in science, wildlife and the solar system can watch up to four 3D films a day (on sea days) in the largest planetarium at sea.

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Gwen Pratesi has been an avid cruiser since her early 20s. She's sailed to destinations around the globe on nearly every type of cruise ship built, including the newest megaships, luxury yachts, traditional masted sailing ships, and expedition vessels in Antarctica and the Galápagos. Pratesi covers the travel and cruise industries for major publications, including U.S. News & World Report.

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