Happy Mothers Day! All the moms out there deserve a big hug, thank you, and hopefully a new cruise booking too.
The next new Royal Caribbean cruise ship is on her way to completion.
Utopia of the Seas began her sea trials this week, which is a major milestone in the construction of any cruise ship.
On May 7, Utopia of the Seas departed from the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in France for a 5-day sea trial during which the ship will sail more than 1,000 miles.
Royal Caribbean News
- Royal Caribbean Slashes Prices on Icon of the Seas' New Ropes Course by Almost 75%
- Royal Caribbean will hire 10,000 workers this year to meet booming demand
- I tried the Miami hotel everyone says is the best pre-cruise option. It was comfortable, but my stay had some issues
- I went on Royal Caribbean's newest cruise ship and saw why the surging hype is real
- Empty cruise ship is sailing without passengers and it's a more relaxed atmosphere for crew members
- I spent $2800 for 7 nights in a 157-square-foot room on the world's largest cruise ship. Take a look inside my tiny cabin
- I got to blow this cruise ship's horn on Odyssey of the Seas. Here's how I did it.
- Can you upgrade your room after final payment on my cruise?
Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast
The 533rd episode of the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast is now available!
With a special guest, Emma, we discuss how to approach planning a European cruise for the first time.
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10 Fun Royal Caribbean upgrades under $50!
Have you subscribed to the Royal Caribbean Blog YouTube Channel? We share some great videos there regularly, all about taking a Royal Caribbean cruise! This week, we are sharing our latest video — 10 Fun Royal Caribbean upgrades under $50! — and don’t forget to subscribe here.
Simple tips to safely take a cruise ship shore excursion
How can you stay safe while trying a new tour in a foreign location?
Royal Caribbean cruises take you to fascinating ports of call, but it still takes preparation and an alert awareness to protect yourself.
Here are some extra tips before your next cruise ship shore excursion.
9 easy ways to save money on a European cruise
A cruise to Europe could be cheaper than you'd think.
With these easy ways to save money on your cruise, you can customize your experiences for any budget.
European cruises don't have to break the bank, and a few adjustments, there are countless ways to save money.
4 mistakes I saw other people make on Icon of the Seas—and 2 mistakes I made
Calista recently sailed on Royal Caribbean's newest ship, but she noticed it takes some adjustment from everyone.
To make the most of your cruise on the world's largest vessel, it's important to prepare and learn from others' mistakes.
From what to pack to how to use the elevators, here are 6 mistakes you shouldn't make.
Royal Caribbean saved a passenger's life
Crew members on Ovation of the Seas saved a passenger's life after he had a cardiac arrest.
Thanks to the swift response of crew members, they successfully stabilized the patient and coordinated with the US Air Force for a medical evacuation via helicopter.
The passenger's daughter posted her thanks to the medical professionals, saying she is "in awe" of Royal Caribbean's response.
