I went on an 8-night Caribbean cruise with my mom, grandma, and extended family. It was the ideal multigenerational trip.

• I went on an eight-night Celebrity cruise with my mom, grandma, and other family members.
• The ship had shows and activities for everyone, making it the perfect way to vacation together.
• A cruise is a nice family reunion that doesn’t burden anyone with hosting or entertaining the group.

Going on cruises has been a tradition for my grandma and her sisters for years. Now, she’s making it one for our extended family.

This year, my grandma gifted us a veranda room on Celebrity’s eight-night Eastern Caribbean sailing. We joined her and six other family members to visit five different islands.

My fare was about $2,100 and all-inclusive, covering things like gratuities, onboard dining, and a basic drink package. We also had a $350 onboard credit bonus, which helped cover the cost of our excursions.

The cruise was a perfect way to reconnect as a family while exploring unique places. Here’s what it was like and why we can’t wait to do it again.