Many staterooms in newer vessels have in-cabin safes, but the best way to protect valuables is to bring only what is absolutely necessary. When travelling to embarkation cities, you should have all valuables, cameras, camcorders, medical requirements, etc., on your person or securely placed inside your hand luggage. Delicate items or breakables should be in carry-ons, and keep your tickets and cruise documents, as well as traveller's cheques and credit cards, close to your person at all times. On board, valuables should not be left out in staterooms or in public areas. Safety deposit boxes are available on most ships, with a small refundable deposit required.
Weather is an uncontrollable factor of life.
Ships can readily avoid extreme weather, even if it does alter a portion of the cruise itinerary. Many have special supervised programmes and special menus, t-shirt and face painting, scavenger hunts, video game contests, film festivals, dance lessons, shore excursions and much more. Some activities can be shared by the entire family. Children quickly adapt to shipboard life, and you will feel comfortable knowing where your children are and what they are doing. So come cruising with your family.