Looking for ways to add extra fun to your cruise vacation? I’m excited to introduce our latest free printable: Cruise Duck Tags!
Ahoy, parents and young adventurers!
Hiding Cruise Ducks on the cruise ship can turn an ordinary voyage into an exhilarating treasure hunt for kids and families. Imagine the excitement as children search high and low, following clues or simply exploring the ship in pursuit of these elusive rubber duck explorers adorned with Cruise Duck Tags.
It’s a fantastic way to keep kids engaged and entertained while onboard, encouraging them to explore every nook and cranny of the ship in pursuit of their feathered friends.
When we went on our Disney cruise, my 4 year old especially was OBSESSED with finding ducks. I was so glad that I had brought a dozen to hide – it was just a super fun little extra special thing to do!
Free Printable Cruise Duck Tags
We are excited to share our FREE printable cruise duck tags for you to use on your cruise! This will surely add more fun and excitement to your family trip!
Simply print out these Cruise Duck Tags, cut them out, attach them to your ducks, and get ready to set sail!
Little Cruise Duck History
The exact beginning of the cruise duck escapades is a bit of a mystery. However, the most widespread and accepted beginning story is from 2018, when an 11-year-old girl named Abby Davis took 50 ducks aboard her cruise to spread kindness and fun.
Directions for Your Cruise Duck Tags
Now that we have discussed some history, let’s prepare our ducks for sea!
Materials Needed for Making Your Cruise Duck Tags
- Free Printable Cruise Duck Tags
- Printer
- Hole Punch
- String
- Rubber Ducks
Step-by-Step Guide for Making Your Cruise Duck Tags
- Download and Print: Begin by downloading the free printable for cruise duck tags.
- Cut Out the tags. Carefully cut out the tags. For younger children, you might want to do the cutting for them.
- Attach the tags. Use your hole punch to make holes in each tag. Take your string and tie one tag to each duck.
- Your ducks are ready to be hidden!
Tips for Hiding Ducks
While no formal rules exist, these tips help ensure fun for everyone.
- Hide ducks in public areas only, never in crew-only areas or on restricted equipment.
- No ducks should be hidden in retail stores to ensure that shoplifting is not an issue.
- Do not hide ducks where sanitation might be a concern. For example, restrooms or spas.
- Avoid hiding ducks where it could get windy. This is to keep in step with many cruise lines’ environmental policies if the duck were to be blown into the ocean water.
- Place the ducks in places that are safe for kids of all ages!
Tips for Finding Ducks
- Always keep your eyes open.
- Choose different routes when making your way around the ship. For example, choose different stairwells and elevators.
- Head out early to find more ducks.
When you find a duck, leave it up to your kids to decide what to do with it! They could keep it or hide it again for someone else! Also, taking pictures of all the ducks you find for a collection of memories from your cruise vacations is a fun idea.
From the deck to the dining area, the pool to the playroom, each discovery adds an element of surprise and adventure to the cruise experience, making it a memorable and joyful journey for the entire family.
Hiding Cruise Ducks can create wonderful memories and endless fun on your cruise vacation!
Happy Cruisin’!!
Want more cruise fun?
Be sure to check out my favorite Disney Cruise Tips and Tricks and all you need to know about Disney Cruise Character Encounters!
Thanks for reading!
Hey there, I’m Morgan, the creative mind behind CelebratingWithKids.com! As a parent of two lively little ones, I’ve made it my mission to turn ordinary days into extraordinary adventures, sharing playful activities, thoughtful toy reviews, and delightful printables to help families celebrate every moment together. 🎉👨👩👧👦🎈