Hi, I'm Matt Hochberg and I've run RoyalCaribbeanBlog.com since 2010 as the best spot to learn everything you need to know about a Royal Caribbean cruise.
Our team's focus is daily coverage of news, tips, and what you need to have a better cruise.
My cruise blogging journey
I started cruise blogging in 2010, but I had fallen in love with cruises as a vacation well before that. I started taking cruises with my family as I was growing up, and that turned into taking my own wife and kids on a cruise as I started my own family. I inherited from my parents a deep love of travel, exploration, and trying new things.
My love affair with cruises lead me to start RoyalCaribbeanBlog when I was booked on the Oasis of the Seas and I was so excited to try the (then) biggest ship in the world.
My idea was simple: share the kind of information I'd want to read about so I could understand what's happening on ships, and how I can take advantage of what others already knew before me.
Since then, this site has taken me in directions I never imagined possible. It's become the leading resource for Royal Caribbean news, information, advice, and help. We have a fabulous community of seasoned cruisers that love to share in their experience, which benefits everyone!
My cruising career
Me and my team have accumulated decades worth of cruising, and I think it shows in our expert advice.
I've taken almost 100 cruises on Royal Caribbean alone, amassing enough cruise points to reach the Pinnacle Club status with the line.
I've sailed one every cruise ship class in the fleet, and nearly every ship too. That's given me the experience and perspective to share a holistic look at what it's like onboard a ship, and what you need to know before you start.
Recent media mentions
In addition to being cited in hundreds of social media posts, you can also find me quoted featured in major media publications, including Fox Business, Forbes, and more.
- New York Times: Royal Caribbean’s ‘Smartship’ Avoids a Titanic Situation
- Fox Business: Royal Caribbean's new ship Icon of the Seas sees 'incredible demand,' says Matt Hochberg
- Forbes: Back On Board: Royal Caribbean Sports Staff Embodies Cruising Resilience
- CNN: Icon of the Seas: The world’s biggest cruise ship is almost ready
FAQs about me
Who is Matt Hochberg
Matt Hochberg is the founder and head writer for RoyalCaribbeanBlog.com.
He's taken almost 100 cruises with Royal Caribbean, is a Pinnacle Club member in Crown and Anchor Society, and has sailed on almost every ship in the fleet.
Matt has interviewed executives across Royal Caribbean, sharing the latest news and changes cruisers need to be aware of before they sail.
What is the Royal Caribbean Blog?
I hope this blog will offer you insight into the many offerings Royal Caribbean has.
This site was created to be the ultimate resource for everything Royal Caribbean, from their ships, to destinations, to dining, and everything else inbetween.
Whether you cruise multiple times per year or you're new to cruising, I hope you find this blog a useful resource for keeping up to date with what's new and exciting with Royal Caribbean.
Please note: Royal Caribbean Blog does not claim to represent Royal Caribbean International in any way and is not employed by or affiliated with Royal Caribbean International.
