Happy Sunday! Hope you are having a relaxing weekend and enjoying summer! It is time to sit back, relax, and catch up on all the recent Royal Caribbean news!
There was a fire on Icon of the Seas earlier this week.
The cruise ship was docked in Costa Maya, Mexico when the small fire occurred in a crew member area, resulting in a brief power loss.
Luckily the fire was contained quickly and extinguished without any injuries.
Royal Caribbean News
- Cruise nails ideas to try on your vacation
- Of the 46 cruises I've taken, here are the best five Royal Caribbean ships for adults
- I go on a cruise ship monthly. Here are 8 cruise add-ons I would never buy
- 4 warning signs a cruise deal is too good to be true
- My Biggest Mistake on a Mediterranean Cruise Was Not Extending the Trip
Ways People Cheat The Royal Caribbean Drink Package
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 — Ways People Cheat The Royal Caribbean Drink Package — and don’t forget to subscribe here.
How to Avoid Paying Unexpected Fees on Royal Caribbean
How can you avoid being shocked by extra charges on your final cruise bill?
Your base fare for a Royal Caribbean cruise includes access to a stateroom, most dining venues, and entertainment. It's a key draw of cruising.
However, Royal Caribbean cruises aren't all-inclusive and certain items cost extra.
Some of these extra fees may surprise you—don't be caught off guard!
2025 President's Cruise Date
Royal Caribbean International President and CEO Michael Bayley announced that next year's President's Cruise will happen on the newest Royal Caribbean ship.
The 2025 President's Cruise will be held on Utopia of the Seas, Royal Caribbean's newest addition to the Oasis Class.
The cruise line is inviting passengers to join Mr. Bayley on the September 22, 2025 sailing.
"Unforeseen weather events" are top concern for cruise ships, according to Royal Caribbean's meteorologist
Royal Caribbean is the only cruise line that has meteorologists on staff, tracking the weather and planning ahead for any itinerary changes.
Craig Setzer, Royal Caribbean Group Chief Meteorologist, works daily and stays ahead of the curve to protect cruise ships from any inclement weather.
According to Setzer, the biggest concern for cruise ships and their passengers are "unforeseen weather events," events that aren't visible on the forecast.
Here are 5 things I wish I'd known before sailing in the Mediterranean
Calista recently sailed the Mediterranean for her second time, and she learned some important lessons through the experience.
Cruises to the Caribbean are the most well-known, but a Mediterranean cruise provides a great opportunity to see amazing artistic, historical, and natural sites.
If you're looking forward to trying a cruise to this underrated region, there are some essential details you should know first.
Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast
The 538th episode of the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast is now available.
As Matt goes over listener emails, get the answers to all your burning questions.
Is traditional dining better than My Time? Where can you bring the soda package cup?
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