Family

Childrens Entertainment

Childrens entertainer onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam route

Experience our onboard children's entertainment - Newcastle to Amsterdam

Our children’s entertainer is on hand on all Newcastle to Amsterdam sailings to entertain our mini pirates.

Little ones can enjoy treasure hunts, drawing competitions, games, and face painting – all for free – and look forward to a guest appearance by our mascot Jack the Pirate!

Please note: The children's entertainer does not operate a childcare facility; all children must be accompanied by an adult. The entertainment programme changes depending on the entertainer's specialist skills.

Dining with Children

Whether you’re looking for a quick snack or a relaxing meal, everyone is well catered for onboard our ferries.

Kids' Club

The onboard Kids’ Club has a mix of activities including play areas to keep your little pirates happy!

Treasure hunt for children onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam

Jack's Treasure Hunt

Work with Jack and his friends with to help unlock the treasure chest! Find the posters, answer the riddles, and zap hidden codes aboard the ship.

Newcastle - Amsterdam Wildlife Watching

As you sail, why not learn about the wildlife of the North Sea with one of our experts from the wildlife charity ORCA? ORCA sail with us from April till October and you can find them in the King Seaways Wildlife Centre and Princess Seaways Wildlife Nook.

Onboard Newcastle-Amsterdam

Our overnight ferry crossings between Newcastle and Amsterdam boast an array of fantastic onboard facilities, including bars, restaurants, shopping and more.

Welcome aboard

Proudly named the World’s Leading Ferry Operator

We did it! After being crowned ‘Europe’s Leading Ferry Operator 2024’ at the World Travel Awards earlier this year, we are delighted to announce we have retained our title as the World’s Leading Ferry Operator.

We were also once again recognised as having the best website in our industry – scooping both the European and World awards in 2024.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who voted, and to our passengers, colleagues and partners who contribute to our continued success – we couldn’t do it without you all.

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