November is here and so is this week's Royal Caribbean news round-up, where we share all the big Royal Caribbean news from this week with you.

The big news this week was the keel was layed for Royal Caribbean's fourth Oasis class cruise ship.

This ship is still unnamed, but formal construction begin with a special ceremony, where a 1,000 ton block was lifted by crane into the building dock.

The significance of this ceremony is that construction officially begins on the ship, and we move one step closer to her becoming a reality.

The fourth Oasis class ship is scheduled for delivery in spring 2018.

We have a lot more to share, so let's jump right in...

Royal Caribbean News

• Royal Caribbean will have a float in the 2015 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
• The digital wayfinders on Anthem of the Seas feature some new functionality.
• Harmony of the Seas will feature a new play area just for kids.
• Speaking of Harmony of the Seas, Royal Caribbean posted a new construction video update and she is now 80% complete.
• Here are six ways to beat the crowds on Anthem of the Seas.
• Explorer of the Seas made her first stop ever in India.
• Our list of the top ways to splurge, while on a Royal Caribbean cruise.

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Royal Caribbean Blog Reader Finds

If you are on a Royal Caribbean cruise and spot something cool, new or just fun, share a photo with us on Facebook or Twitter so we can add it to our Royal Caribbean Blog Reader Finds each Sunday!

Nick Vitani sent us this photo of Halloween decorations on Enchantment of the Seas.

Rich Freudenberg shared this photo he got with Royal Caribbean Cruise Director Ken Rush while on Anthem of the Seas.  Loving the beard, Ken!

Royal Caribbean International CEO Michael Bayley posted this photo of Royal Caribbean Ltd Chairman Richard Fain dressed up for Halloween!

Scott Sanders sent us this photo of two Royal Caribbean ships docked in Nassau earlier this week.

Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast

The 117th episode of the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast is now available and this week, and we are comparing Royal Caribbean to Carnival Cruise Line.

In this episode, Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast listener Anna discuss the differences and similarities between the two cruise lines to give listeners an idea of how the experiences compare.

Please feel free to subscribe via iTunes or RSS, and head over to rate and review the podcast on iTunes if you can! We’d appreciate it.

Royal Caribbean Around the Internet

The Jones Family posted a video blog, detailing their cruise on Oasis of the Seas.

Frommers named the 5 best cruise lines for kids (hint: Royal Caribbean made the list).

Condé Nast Traveler shares their experience on Anthem of the Seas.

Cruise Critic has a list of 10 free activities on Anthem of the Seas.

Cruise Dudes have a new podcast out this week, with a review of cruising the southern Caribbean.

Travel Weekly reports Disney Cruise Line is capping commissions for travel agents but Royal Caribbean is increasing them.

October is almost over (how did that happen?) and hopefully that means you are getting closer to your next Royal Caribbean cruise!  We have sifted through all of this week's Royal Caribbean news to bring you what you need to know.

The big news this week is Royal Caribbean announced it is bringing back a cruise ship that left the fleet over 7 years ago, Empress of the Seas.

During Royal Caribbean's third quarter financial results call, Chief Financial Officer Jason Liberty announced Empress of the Seas will return to Royal Caribbean International after spending the last number of years as a part of Pullmantur Cruises.

Empress of the Seas will undergo an, "extensive refurbishment" and be available for service sometime in Spring 2016.

We have a lot more to share, so let's jump right in...

Royal Caribbean News

• Harmony of the Seas' Cruise Director was announced.
• Royal Caribbean is sticking with no more last minute discounts and expanding it to the UK and Ireland.
• Splendour of the Seas experienced a fire in one of its engine rooms.
• Five coolest things about Anthem of the Seas!
• Royal iQ app now includes the Cruise Compass.
• The price of a beach cabana and beach couch on Labadee has gone up.
• Royal Caribbean was voted Best Cruise Line Overall by Travel Weekly China and Travel Weekly Asia.
• Our in-depth look at Royal Caribbean's Premium drink package.
• Everything you need to know about Royal Caribbean Broadway shows.

Royal Caribbean Blog Reader Finds

If you are on a Royal Caribbean cruise and spot something cool, new or just fun, share a photo with us on Facebook or Twitter so we can add it to our Royal Caribbean Blog Reader Finds each Sunday!

Ron Lodowski sent us this photo of a United States Coast Guard helicopter coming to aid a group of Cubans that Freedom of the Seas rescued.

Nick Vitani shared this photo of the sushi available on Liberty of the Seas in the Windjammer.

Let's cruise together on Allure of the Seas

I want you to join me on Allure of the Seas!

The Royal Caribbean Blog staff are going on Allure of the Seas and we are inviting all of our blog readers to join us!

We will be sailing on Allure of the Seas on February 21, 2016 and there are some fabulous rates available.  Interior staterooms start at only $850 per person (double occupancy)!

Read all the details (and the fun meets we already have planned).  This will be an amazing week with plenty of surprises and exclusive events for those that book into our group!

Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast

The 116th episode of the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast is now available and this week, and we are talking all about the fabulous shows available on a Royal Caribbean cruise.

In this episode, Matt looks at the shows Royal Caribbean offers on its ships and talks about what makes them so enjoyable.  There is a wide array of shows to cover, and there is bound to be a favorite (or two) that you will want to see on your next cruise.

Please feel free to subscribe via iTunes or RSS, and head over to rate and review the podcast on iTunes if you can! We’d appreciate it.

Royal Caribbean Around the Internet

Calvirose wrote about her experience on Anthem of the Seas this summer.

AdWeek wrote about Royal Caribbean's new marketing campaign that promises them, "an anti-cruise that won't suck."

AboutCruiseShips has a review of Radiance of the Seas.

It’s been an exciting week as we have a front row seat to all the Royal Caribbean news from this week!

Royal Caribbean gave us all a sneak peak at their new brand marketing, which aims to breakthrough cruising stereotypes and show how exciting a Royal Caribbean cruise can be.

Dubbed, "Come Seek", the new marketing campaign will begin on October 19th and will be a combination of television and web based ads.

The campaign is directed at Millenials, who have certain preconceptions about what a cruise is and Royal Caribbean wants to erase those notions.

The "Come Seek" campaign will also integrate live billboards that use Periscope, a new Tumblr page port recommendations by crew members and ads that promote authentic experiences.

Royal Caribbean News

• Royal Caribbean made improvements to its private island of Coco Cay.
• Royal Caribbean added two new Harmony of the Seas sailings.
• We spotted new life vests available for kids to use in the pool on Oasis of the Seas.
• Ovation of the Seas' construction is about half way done.
• Six ways Anthem of the Seas is different from her sister ship.
• Royal Caribbean scheduled its third quarter fiscal results call for October 23rd.
• Have you ever had a BBC on a Royal Caribbean cruise?
• Voyager of the Seas finished her Hong Kong cruise season.
• Five things you will love about Izumi.

Let's cruise together on Allure of the Seas

I want you to join me on Allure of the Seas!

The Royal Caribbean Blog staff are going on Allure of the Seas and we are inviting all of our blog readers to join us!

We will be sailing on Allure of the Seas on February 21, 2016 and there are some fabulous rates available.  Interior staterooms start at only $850 per person (double occupancy)!

Read all the details (and the fun meets we already have planned).  This will be an amazing week with plenty of surprises and exclusive events for those that book into our group!

Royal Caribbean Blog Reader Finds

If you are on a Royal Caribbean cruise and spot something cool, new or just fun, share a photo with us on facebook or twitter so we can add it to our Royal Caribbean Blog Reader Finds each Sunday!

Nick Vitani took this photo of the Royal Promenade on Liberty of the Seas from this weekend.

Svenn-Harald Eikenes is on Explorer fo the Seas and enjoyed some time by the pool.

Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast

The 115th episode of the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast is now available and this week, our friend Susan returns to talk all about her back-to-back Independence of the Seas cruise.

In this episode, Matt discusses what the NextCruise program is, explores the benefits of booking another cruise onboard and why you might want to take advatnage of NextCruise.

Please feel free to subscribe via iTunes or RSS, and head over to rate and review the podcast on iTunes if you can! We’d appreciate it.

Royal Caribbean Around the Internet

Fortune has an interview with Royal Caribbean CEO Michael Bayley about the increased bandwidth available on ships now.

Explore with Ed explored Explorer of the Seas.

Sit back and catch up on this week's Royal Caribbean news. We've gone through and hand-picked some fun articles for you to take a look at in case you missed any of it.

Royal Caribbean released all the Liberty of the Seas refurbishment details this week and there are some big changes coming.

First and foremost, Liberty of the Seas is getting new water slides, including the Perfect Storm slides that were first announced for Harmony of the Seas.

In addition, Liberty of the Seas will feature the first boomerang style waterslide at sea known as the Tidal Wave. We had first announced this type of slide coming to Liberty of the Seas back in August.

There are also lots of other changes coming to Liberty of thre Seas, such as new restaurants, staterooms and an adult-free aqua park.

Royal Caribbean News

• Royal Caribbean is beginning a new 30% off sale next week.
• A look at the holiday festivities planned for Royal Caribbean in December.
• Why you should be excited about Anthem of the Seas coming to New York.
• Royal Caribbean won a number of awards at this year's Cruise Critic Editors Picks awards.
• Royal Caribbean released new construction photos of Harmony of the Seas and Ovation of the Seas.
• Top 5 things we want to know about Harmony of the Seas.
• We had a Majesty of the Seas live blog all this week.
• An inside look at Royal Caribbean's training simulator.
• Royal Caribbean hired a new marketing director for the UK & Ireland.

Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast

The 114th episode of the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast is now available and this week, we discuss the popular activities to do in St. Thomas.

In this episode, Matt and Scott talk about getting off your cruise in St. Thomas and go over the popular stops in St. Thomas and which excursions are worth checking out, including the nearby island of St. John.

Please feel free to subscribe via iTunes or RSS, and head over to rate and review the podcast on iTunes if you can! We’d appreciate it.

Join us aboard the largest cruise ship in the world!

We're so excited to announce the next group cruise for readers and staff of RoyalCaribbeanBlog.com aboard Allure of the Seas!  This is an exclusive group where we are inviting you, our readers, to join us on a fantastic Allure of the Seas sailing on an 7-night cruise to the Western Caribbean.

This Royal Caribbean Blog group cruise is all about enjoying a fun Royal Caribbean cruise along with other fans who are big fans of Royal Caribbean.  Don't miss this opportunity to check out the amazing ship as well as be a part of exclusive events for those that book with our group!

For more details on booking the cruise, the itinerary and prices, check out the Royal Caribbean Blog group cruise page and if you have any questions, email me!

Royal Caribbean Around the Internet

Royal Caribbean has a list of 7 tropical cocktails you need to try.

Healthiest100 lists Royal Caribbean in its list of the 100 healthiest workplaces in America.

It was another week full of exciting Royal Caribbean news including something for those with special needs, itinerary changes because of a hurricane, a new website update and more!

We have a lot to share, so let’s jump right in…

The big news this week was Royal Caribbean will start offering the Autism Channel on most of its cruise ships very soon to meet the needs of its special needs cruisers.

The Autism Channel is a streaming television service providing information and resources to families and professionals supporting and improving the lives of people with autism spectrum disorders.

The new on-demand programming will begin in late October 2015 on Quantum, Oasis, Freedom, Voyager and Radiance class ships.

There will be over 35 different episodes available, ranging from 4-30 minutes in length. Some episodes are about an hour as well.

Royal Caribbean News

• Hurricane Joaquin forced Royal Caribbean to chang the itineraries of Enchantment of the Seas and Liberty of the Seas.
• Royal Caribbean updated the look and feel of its website's cruise book section.
• Royal Caribbean was named Best Cruise Operator for the 8th year in a row.
• Explorer of the Seas is on her way to Australia.
• Everything about the FlowRider on Royal Caribbean ships.
• A look at how Royal Caribbean and Heinken created a new recyclable beer keg.
• 12 photos of breaktaking views from the bridges of Royal Caribbean ships.
• Mariner of the Seas will host Asia's first cosplay cruise.
• Junior Sute photo tour on Independence of the Seas.
• The recipe for one of our favorites: the Lava Flow cocktail.

Let's cruise together on Allure of the Seas

I want you to join me on Allure of the Seas!

The Royal Caribbean Blog staff are going on Allure of the Seas and we are inviting all of our blog readers to join us!

We will be sailing on Allure of the Seas on February 21, 2016 and there are some fabulous rates available.  Interior staterooms start at only $850 per person (double occupancy)!

Read all the details (and the fun meets we already have planned).  This will be an amazing week with plenty of surprises and exclusive events for those that book into our group!

Royal Caribbean Blog Reader Finds

If you are on a Royal Caribbean cruise and spot something cool, new or just fun, share a photo with us on facebook or twitter so we can add it to our Royal Caribbean Blog Reader Finds each Sunday!

Ryan Fritsch sent us this great photo of Jewel of the Seas with the Golden Gate bridge behind her.

Paul Crow shared a photo of waiting for the ice show to begin on Independence of the Seas.

Nikki Nothstein‎ just returned from a cruise Liberty of the Seas and she says,"already wishing I was back on the deck in the Solarium enjoying the sunshine."

Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast

The 113th episode of the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast is now available and this week, our friend Susan returns to talk all about her back-to-back Independence of the Seas cruise.

In this episode, Matt taks to Susan all about her experience doing a back-to-back cruise on Independence of the Seas, with a look at her staterooms, onboard activities she enjoyed and how her high school reunion at sea went.

Please feel free to subscribe via iTunes or RSS, and head over to rate and review the podcast on iTunes if you can! We’d appreciate it.

Royal Caribbean Around the Internet

Royal Caribbean shared the 10 most stylish items to take on vacation.

Travel Weekly reports on Royal Caribbean's goal of eliminating last-minute cruise deals.

Eat Sleep Cruise has a virtual bar crawl around Adventure of the Seas!

Cruise Hangout shared reviewed their first Royal Caribbean cruise.

It’s been an exciting week as we have a front row seat to all the Royal Caribbean news from this week!

Earlier this week, Royal Caribbean raised the price of cabanas at Labadee by a little more than a hundred dollars.

The Nellie's Beach cabanas that are available to all guests to book, went up in price from $250 to $350 for beach cabanas and $320 to $495 for over the water cabanas.

The change in price is for 2016 cabanas and we are hearing the price of cabanas at Barefoot Beach may also be on the rise soon.

Royal Caribbean News

• Royal Caribbean abandoned six unused cruise ship trademarks it owned.
• A 7-day WOW sale is going on until September 30.
• Royal Caribbean renamed ChoiceAir to Air2Sea.
• How to save money on drinks on a Royal Caribbean cruise.
• We previewed the technology coming to Harmony of the Seas.
• Royal Caribbean is the first corporation to be certified by RAINN.
• Botany Bay looks to be a favorite for a new Royal Caribbean homeport in Australia.
• What first time cruisers need to know about final payment.
• Oasis of the Seas revolutionized the life boat.
• What you need to know about visiting Cozumel.
• 3 surprising facts about Enchantment of the Seas.

Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast

The 112th episode of the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast is now available and this week, we have an exclusive interview with artist and designer Larry Kirkland.

Mr. Kirkland has contributed works of art to a multitude of Royal Caribbean ships and odds are, you have seen his work aboard a Royal Caribbean ship.  In this episode, we explore the artistic process for creating work on a Royal Caribbean ship and discuss Mr. Kirkland's premier pieces.

Please feel free to subscribe via iTunes or RSS, and head over to rate and review the podcast on iTunes if you can! We’d appreciate it.

Let's cruise together on Allure of the Seas

I want you to join me on Allure of the Seas!

The Royal Caribbean Blog staff are going on Allure of the Seas and we are inviting all of our blog readers to join us!

We will be sailing on Allure of the Seas on February 21, 2016 and there are some fabulous rates available.  Interior staterooms start at only $850 per person (double occupancy)!

Read all the details (and the fun meets we already have planned).  This will be an amazing week with plenty of surprises and exclusive events for those that book into our group!

Royal Caribbean Around the Internet

Eat Sleep Cruise has a look at the best things to do in St. Maarten.

Royal Caribbean has a list of 11 must-pack items for a cruise.

Travel Pulse looks at the "growing pains" Falmouth is enduring and what they are doing to make it better.

Skift has a look at why cruise lines are building so many cruise ships.

Sit back and catch up on this week's Royal Caribbean news. We've gone through and hand-picked some fun articles for you to take a look at in case you missed any of it.

Earlier this week, Royal Caribbean moved one step closer to a deal that would bring the cruise line back to the port of Miami in a big way.

Plans for a brand new $100+ million cruise terminal at PortMiami got an early approval by county commissioners.

Royal Caribbean's proposed plan will result in a $100+ million cruise terminal. Port officials estimate that the new berth and terminal will generate about $8 million in new rent to the county, and boost overall cruise traffic by 20 percent with an additional 1 million passengers a year.

Royal Caribbean News

• DreamWorks Experience is coming to Anthem of the Seas.
• How Royal Caribbean provides medical care aboard its ships.
• Photo tour of a secret Royal Caribbean stateroom on Freedom of the Seas.
• 5 things you will love about Sabor Modern Mexican.
• You can get up to $200 in onboard credit for cruises booked this month.
• Video of Royal Caribbean's award-winning entertainment.
• Best advice for first time cruisers on a 7-night cruise.
• 5 tips for taking a Royal Caribbean cruise by travel agents.
• 6 important tips to know about Royal Caribbean's unlimited alcohol package.
• 5 Royal Caribbean inspirations to prepare for your cruise.

Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast

The 111th episode of the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast is now available and this week, we look at everything there is to do on Adventure of the Seas.

In this episode, Matt and Don talk about what Adventure of the Seas offers and goes over the various restaurants, entertainment and activities available on this Voyager class ship.

Please feel free to subscribe via iTunes or RSS, and head over to rate and review the podcast on iTunes if you can! We’d appreciate it.

Royal Caribbean Around the Internet

Royal Caribbean shared the recipe for "Across the universe" cocktail.

Eat Sleep Cruise has a look at all the drinks of the day from their Adventure of the Seas cruise.

Cruise Critic has a photo tour of Freedom of the Seas.

Another week has come to an end and we've gone through and hand-picked some fun articles for you to take a look at in case you missed any of it.

A sharp-eyed guest spotted something brand new to Royal Caribbean's Freedom of the Seas (and the fleet): a self serve beer tap!

The self-serve beer taps on Freedom of the Seas have been added to the Royal Promenade as well as 3 machines on deck 11 near the main pool.

We're also hearing the self-serve beer taps will be added to Oasis of the Seas next month.  

Great news for beer lovers!

Royal Caribbean News

• Royal Caribbean and the Port of Miami are close to sealing a big new expansion.
• Quantum of the Seas was the first cruise ship ever to win a distinguished award.
• Our interview with the man behind Izumi's success.
• Royal Caribbean is offering bonus Crown and Anchor points on select Freedom of the Seas cruises.
• How to find really cheap Royal Caribbean cruises.
• 9 reasons why a Royal Caribbean cruise is the best vacation.
• Royal Caribbean is offering free high speed internet on Harmony of the Seas bookings.
• How to make specialty restaurant reservations.

Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast

The 110th episode of the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast is now available and this week, we preview a listener's back to back cruise on Independence of the Seas.

In this episode, Matt looks at two Caribbean ports Royal Caribbean cruises to and shares advice for shore excursions at each: Cozumel and Belize.

Please feel free to subscribe via iTunes or RSS, and head over to rate and review the podcast on iTunes if you can! We’d appreciate it.

Join us aboard the largest cruise ship in the world!

We're so excited to announce the next group cruise for readers and staff of RoyalCaribbeanBlog.com aboard Allure of the Seas!  This is an exclusive group where we are inviting you, our readers, to join us on a fantastic Allure of the Seas sailing on an 7-night cruise to the Western Caribbean.

This Royal Caribbean Blog group cruise is all about enjoying a fun Royal Caribbean cruise along with other fans who are big fans of Royal Caribbean.  Don't miss this opportunity to check out the amazing ship as well as be a part of exclusive events for those that book with our group!

For more details on booking the cruise, the itinerary and prices, check out the Royal Caribbean Blog group cruise page and if you have any questions, email me!

Royal Caribbean Around the Internet

Washington Post has a look at cruising on Anthem of the Seas.

Beyond Ships has a photo tour of Anthem of the Seas.

Eat Sleep Cruise has a photo tour of Adventure of the Seas.

Royal Caribbean has a list of 7 unexpected places you can go on a cruise.

Happy Labor Day weekend to everyone celebrating!  Hope many of you are getting a chance to enjoy some time with family and while you are relaxing, here are all the Royal Caribbean news from this past week!

Royal Caribbean named a new Chief Information Officer this week, Michael Giresi.

Michael joins Royal Caribbean as its new Senior Vice President & Chief Information Officer and will report directly to Royal Caribbean President and COO Adam Goldstein.

Giresi was mostly recently the senior vice president and CIO for Tory Burch, where he was responsible for the implementation of new infrastructure and technology initiatives for one of the fastest growing fashion brands in the world.

Royal Caribbean News

• Some Quantum of the Seas passengers had to be removed from the ship when the cruise was over.
• Royal Caribbean study shows family time is most important reason to book a vacation.
• We previewed the family fun on Harmony of the Seas.
• Explorer of the Seas is offering a new dining package.
• 8 things you must do at Labadee.
• Everything you wanted to know about Royal Caribbean sushi.
• The first President's Cruise date has been changed.
• 6 reasons to stay in a balcony stateroom.
• Royal Caribbean will test Wollongong as a homeport alternative to Sydney.
• Our 10 favorite Royal Caribbean crew members.
• Have you tried Starbucks on Royal Caribbean?

Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast

The 108th episode of the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast is now available and this week, we preview a listener's back to back cruise on Independence of the Seas.

In this episode, Susan joins Matt to preview her upcoming cruises on Independence of the Seas.  We discuss why Susan booked back to back cruises and what she has planned onboard.

Please feel free to subscribe via iTunes or RSS, and head over to rate and review the podcast on iTunes if you can! We’d appreciate it.

Join us aboard the largest cruise ship in the world!

We're so excited to announce the next group cruise for readers and staff of RoyalCaribbeanBlog.com aboard Allure of the Seas!  This is an exclusive group where we are inviting you, our readers, to join us on a fantastic Allure of the Seas sailing on an 7-night cruise to the Western Caribbean.

This Royal Caribbean Blog group cruise is all about enjoying a fun Royal Caribbean cruise along with other fans who are big fans of Royal Caribbean.  Don't miss this opportunity to check out the amazing ship as well as be a part of exclusive events for those that book with our group!

For more details on booking the cruise, the itinerary and prices, check out the Royal Caribbean Blog group cruise page and if you have any questions, email me!

Royal Caribbean Around the Internet

Royal Caribbean has a list of the most romantic spots on Anthem of the Seas.

Michael Poole posted a video of the Aqua Show on Oasis of the Seas.

Eat Sleep Cruise has a list of the top 10 things to do on embarkation day.

Summer is coming to an end, but there is still plenty of Royal Caribbean news to share from this week!

Royal Caribbean gave us another peek at the construction progress being made on its third Oasis class cruise ship, Harmony of the Seas.

Royal Caribbean released a few new photos of Harmony of the Seas under construction at the STX shipyard in France.

Harmony of the Seas will begin service in spring 2016.

Royal Caribbean News

• Tropical Storm Erika changed itineraries for a few Royal Caribbean ships this week.
• Royal Caribbean adjusted the unlimited drink package pricing.
• Royal Caribbean has made changes to prepare Quantum of the Seas for China.
• Today is the last day for a Weekend WOW sale.
• Check out our photo tour of the Royal Suite on Oasis of the Seas.
• 6 of the best ways to celebrate a special occasion on a Royal Caribbean cruise.
• 10 tips for an amazing Royal Caribbean wedding.
• 6 of the best reasons to stay in an inside Royal Caribbean stateroom.
• 7 surprising facts about Freedom of the Seas.
• 11 of the most amazing Royal Caribbean moments.

Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast

The 107th episode of the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast is now available and this week, Matt is reading your emails.

In this episode, Matt digs into the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast email inbox and dedicates this week's episode to our listeners.  Matt reads questions about going with a group, Grandeur of the Seas, shore excursion ideas and more.

Please feel free to subscribe via iTunes or RSS, and head over to rate and review the podcast on iTunes if you can! We’d appreciate it.

Join us aboard the largest cruise ship in the world!

We're so excited to announce the next group cruise for readers and staff of RoyalCaribbeanBlog.com aboard Allure of the Seas!  This is an exclusive group where we are inviting you, our readers, to join us on a fantastic Allure of the Seas sailing on an 7-night cruise to the Western Caribbean.

This Royal Caribbean Blog group cruise is all about enjoying a fun Royal Caribbean cruise along with other fans who are big fans of Royal Caribbean.  Don't miss this opportunity to check out the amazing ship as well as be a part of exclusive events for those that book with our group!

For more details on booking the cruise, the itinerary and prices, check out the Royal Caribbean Blog group cruise page and if you have any questions, email me!

Royal Caribbean Around the Internet

The Street has a look at the over-the-top world of cruise ship vacations.

In The Loop Travel has a look at the activities that will be available on Harmony of the Seas.

Cruise Law News reports Vision of the Seas rescued migrants near Greece.

Eat Sleep Cruise has a list of the top 10 cruise gadgets for 2015.

Maketh-The-Man shares his experience on Anthem of the Seas.

Royal Caribbean has a list of their 9 favorite things to do in Alaska.