New cruise ships and destinations are coming to a Royal Caribbean cruise near you between now and 2025.Change is continuous at Royal Caribbean, and the next few years are looking to be monumental for the cruise line, with brand new ships, private island expansions, and exciting itineraries.From time to time, Royal Caribbean reveals its long term plans to give customers a glimpse of what is coming … [Read more...]
I sailed on Royal Caribbean’s newest and oldest cruise ships: here's what it's like to cruise on each
In the past year, I’ve sailed on Royal Caribbean’s oldest and newest cruise ships, and I wanted to see how they compare in terms of cabins, dining options, activities, and overall experience.Despite being part of the same cruise line, my experience on a Royal Caribbean ship launched in 1997 was drastically different from the week I spent on a ship built in 2018. Everything from passenger … [Read more...]
Odyssey of the Seas 8-night Southern Caribbean Cruise Compass – February 25, 2023
Have our travel agency partner get you a free quote for a Royal Caribbean cruise State of residence State Which ship? What type of cabin would you like? Where are you interested in cruising? Source: Royalcaribbeanblog.com … [Read more...]
Eating gluten free on Royal Caribbean cruise ships
For those with allergies and special diets, eating gluten free away from home can be a challenge. A Royal Caribbean cruise offers a stress-free option for those that need a gluten free diet.There are many choices for anyone that is looking for options that fit into their restrictions.In fact, Royal Caribbean can accommodate a host of dietary needs, such as Kosher, low-fat, low-sodium and gluten … [Read more...]
Fortnite adds new Royal Caribbean cruise ship
Royal Caribbean's newest cruise ship doesn't launch until 2024, but you can see it already in Fortnite.Royal Caribbean announced is has partnered with Fortnite to create a one-of-a-kind experience in the meta verse onboard Icon of the Seas called "Hide 'n' Sea."What does this mean exactly?Through the world of Fortnite, you can go ahead and virtually explore two brand-new neighborhoods … [Read more...]
I cruised to a tiny town in Mexico you’ve probably never heard of, and it was the highlight of my cruise vacation
There’s a charming small town just minutes away from one of Mexico’s busiest cruise ports, and it’s by far my favorite place to visit on any Caribbean cruise.With lively culture, gorgeous beaches, and world-famous cuisine, visiting Mexico is a must whenever I’m planning a Caribbean cruise. Yet as a culturally-focused traveler, I’m more interested in exploring local places rather than spending the … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean News Round-Up: March 5, 2023
Welcome to March! We hope you are having a great weekend and are ready to sit back, relax and catch up with all the latest Royal Caribbean news!Royal Caribbean is in the process of cutting back on the level of service that room attendants on its ships provide each day.Royal Caribbean is switching over its ships so that room attendants only clean most cabins once a day instead of the … [Read more...]
Anthem of the Seas 7-night Bahamas and Perfect Day Cruise Compass – February 26, 2023
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I booked an $1800 floating cabana in the Bahamas. While Instagram-worthy, here are 6 reasons why I don't recommend it to everyone
We paid $1,800 for a floating cabana at Royal Caribbean’s private island in the Bahamas. It was unquestionably luxurious—with an over-the-water hammock and exclusive lunch—but I wouldn’t recommend it to every traveler.Perfect Day at CocoCay, Royal Caribbean’s private island, has twenty private bungalows “floating” over the island’s turquoise waters. These cabanas are, by far, the most opulent way … [Read more...]
15 things you don't need to bring on a cruise
Packing for a cruise can be stressful, especially for first-time cruisers, and many passengers are worried they aren’t packing enough for their cruise vacation.More often than not, however, they’re packing too much for their cruise! From beach towels to hair dryers, there are many items better left at home.Having an idea of what you should and should not bring on a cruise can help tremendously in … [Read more...]
Intelligent automation will make Royal Caribbean's next cruise ship as efficient as it is fun
When Icon of the Seas debuts in early 2024, she will be the first Royal Caribbean cruise ship to implement intelligent automation.Intelligent automation is a way to to bring some level of automation to processes that incorporates a certain level of artificial intelligence (AI), but utilizes many more tools. Royal Caribbean is rethinking how the company does its daily work, and it employs … [Read more...]
Celebrity Cruises guide: Ships, itineraries, tips & more
Celebrity Cruises is Royal Caribbean’s sister brand that provides a slightly more upscale, refined experience onboard. The premium cruise line’s fleet of 15 ships sail around the world, from the Galapagos to the Caribbean.Originally formed in 1988 by the Chandris Group in Greece, Celebrity Cruises was acquired by Royal Caribbean Group in 1997. The cruise line remains part of the company today, and … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean updates: Cabin housekeeping, CocoCay adult beach, Wowbands & more
Ready to catch up on what's happening with Royal Caribbean cruises?With a fleet of 26 ships, there are always going to be things happening and in an effort to keep everyone up to date, here's a quick run through of the latest news from this week.Think of these as quick hits of changes and news that you should be aware of that changed in the last few days.Confirmation of the once-daily cabin … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean changes amount of wine you can bring on a cruise ship
The amount of wine you can bring on a Royal Caribbean is changing somewhat.Passengers are not allowed to bring beer or liquor on their cruise, but wine is permitted in small quantities.Up until now, Royal Caribbean has allowed guests to bring up to 2 bottles (750 ml) of wine per stateroom on the first day of the cruise.In an update to travel agents, the amount you can bring will depend on how many … [Read more...]
Best first-time cruises on Royal Caribbean
Planning your first Royal Caribbean cruise? With 26 ships in the fleet sailing to destinations around the world, it can be challenging to figure out the best first-time cruise.Although you can’t go wrong with any Royal Caribbean cruise, there are a few itineraries and ships we recommend most for first-timers. These ships offer a wide selection of activities for both kids and adults while providing … [Read more...]
Royal Caribbean Kids Sail Free 2023-2024 Dates & Tips
Kids Sail Free is a promotion Royal Caribbean offers from time to time on select sailings that are usually a great vacation discount. Throughout the year, Royal Caribbean will offer Kids Sail Free deals as a way to encourage new bookings. In this post, we will cover information about the promotion, tips for booking it, and offer answers to frequently asked questions.For starters, … [Read more...]
Previewing the new winter 2024-2025 cruises
Royal Caribbean released new cruises for winter 2024-2025 and Matt looks at each of the ships and the new sailings offered.Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS. Source: Royalcaribbeanblog.com … [Read more...]
I found the ultimate foodie destination in the Caribbean: The most delicious Cozumel food tour
I travel for food, and I’ve just found the best Caribbean cruise port for foodies: Cozumel, Mexico.Mexican food is among the world’s most popular cuisines for a reason: it’s fresh, flavorful, diverse, and spicy. After all, who doesn’t love chips, guacamole, and tacos?And although Cozumel is best known for its beaches and world-renowned scuba diving, I decided to plan a self-guided food tour on my … [Read more...]
Ovation of the Seas 9-night South Pacific Cruise Compass – February 22, 2023
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Royal Caribbean updates loyalty program perks with new designs for crystal blocks & changes to other freebies
Royal Caribbean is updating the loyalty benefits for Crown and Anchor Society members beginning on March 10, 2023, with one of the most notable changes being the new design for the crystal blocks. Royal Caribbean announced the new crystal block designs via the Crown and Anchor Society's Facebook page on February 28, 2023 in a post that read: "Being a Crown & Anchor Society member … [Read more...]