Xmas Island & Cocos Keeling for cruising kids

Created by doina. Last modified on 2002-10-06 15:23:21
Contributors: Karin Grice, Yacht Rocard
Topic: Cruising Families
Countries: Christmas Island, Cocos Keeling

Christmas Island:

Excellent Childcare centre, allows adults to enroll in art/typing/educational classes. Children looked after in well equipped nursery. Very cheap. Swimming classes at local free pool. Excellent medical facilities. No customs fees charged - moorings at $50 per week (our boat 46ft long).

Cocos Keeling:

Very safe beach for children. Excellent medical facilities. Child Healthcare nurses on hand. Nursery available. No custom fees charged 2002. Excellent anchorage, superb holding, flat calm-great for kids and adults.