Happy Sunday! Temperatures may be dropping, but there is plenty of Royal Caribbean news to share. This is your weekly summary of all the Royal Caribbean news from this past week, perfectly fitted for your consumption.
How can you prepare for the worst on your sailing?
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From seasickness to airplane delays, here's how Matt solves in advance for key cruising problems.
Royal Caribbean News
- Royal Caribbean Black Friday deals 2024
- Royal Caribbean delays cruise ship return from maintenance work and shortens next sailing
- Cruise ship rescues 6 people and a dog from disabled sailboat off Africa
- My $1,600 stateroom on Royal Caribbean's Freedom of the Seas was cheap, but it had constant noise
- I’ve been on 5 Alaska cruises, and one itinerary was far better than the rest
- I went on a cruise with my baby and used the babysitting service multiple times. It was the best thing ever for parents
- These 16 editor-tested cruise products are up to 55% off for Black Friday, from AirTags to cabin essentials
- Second cruise ship slams into Atlantic storm causing damage, but it's not as scary as you think
- I cruised by myself on two different Royal Caribbean ships, but there were stark differences in the experiences
- 6 Royal Caribbean items you should buy now during Black Friday that will cost you more onboard
New Video: Things I Cut Since I Started Cruising
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—Things I Cut Since I Started Cruising—and don’t forget to subscribe here.
Royal Caribbean won't cancel Haiti stops even after FAA ban on flights
Royal Caribbean isn't deterred from visiting its private beach in a remote area of Haiti.
Three airliners were shot at this week at Haiti's capital, and that compelled the Federal Aviation Administration to ban flights to the country for 30 days.
Nonetheless, cruise ships visits will continue as scheduled.
Royal Caribbean made the dining package easier again
Royal Caribbean has made another functional update to its Unlimited Dining Package, allowing cruisers to change or add reservations after booking online.
Last month, the cruise line finally added a change that allows guests to book Unlimited Dining Package reservations online before the cruise, instead of waiting until they get onboard.
However, the online feature only gave the chance to pre-book restaurants at the time of purchasing the dining package. Now, cruisers can also add or change reservations after booking.
Going home: How disembarkation day works on a Royal Caribbean cruise (and how to beat everyone else home)
Disembarking from a cruise ship can be a confusing process, as it's more complicated than checking out of a hotel room or exiting a plane.
There are regimented steps to ensure that guests exit quickly, so it's important to prepare for your last morning aboard.
Here's how to disembark the quickest.
I saved money by buying the coffee package. I liked the drink selections, but the coffee was mediocre
Is the coffee card worth it?
Calista likes excellent coffee, so she saved money on specialty drinks by buying the coffee package. The $31 card allows guests to purchase 15 special coffee drinks over the length of a sailing.
While she liked the ability to try different beverages, Calista thought the beans tasted mediocre.
Best Royal Caribbean Cruises for Families of Five
Travel groups of 5, or families with three kids, may find it difficult to book proper activities, cabins, and sailings that suit everyone's needs.
The cruise industry is built for 2, and families have additional conflicts to handle when it comes to cruising—from different schedules to activities.
So what are the best ships, itineraries, and staterooms for a family of five?
