On vacation with Royal Caribbean, there are more ways than one for everyone to make memories together and on their own. From tasting the world’s many flavors to action-packed adventures on board—like ziplining and rock climbing—to relaxing on the beach or exploring top travel destinations in the Caribbean, Europe, Australia and more, there’s something for Continue Reading…
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Royal Caribbean’s Restaurants Manager on the World’s Longest Cruise
When it comes to traveling the world, diving into new adventures and taking in stunning natural sights, a cruise has it all. Want to know where to go and what to do? The crew members behind every Royal Caribbean cruise have the best tips. Take it from Restaurant Operations Manager Tinashe Vumbugwa, who will adding Continue Reading…
The Best Tips on Destinations, Food and More
Imagine exploring the world, seeing UNESCO World Heritage Sites, trying out new adventures and only unpacking once. A Royal Caribbean cruise offers all that and more. By sailing from one incredible destination to the next, you’ll be able to easily take in the globe’s natural beauty, and it’ll feel like your home away from home, Continue Reading…
Perfect Day at CocoCay | Royal Caribbean Blog
To say there’s a lot to do at this private island in The Bahamas is just tapping the surface: Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day at CocoCay raises the bar for what’s possible in a single day on vacation with near-endless thrills and ways to chill. Think: 13 waterslides, including the tallest waterslide in North America, beaches Continue Reading…
Whale Watching in Alaska | Royal Caribbean Blog
There are a handful of places in the world where you can watch the magical moment a whale leaps out of the waves, crashing back into the water just seconds later. The special experience is just one of the reasons why Alaska tops many travel lists. If you want to enjoy whale watching—and make memories Continue Reading…
Top Things To See, Eat and Do
In addition to incredible experiences and destinations around the world, it’s the crew members that are at the heart of every Royal Caribbean cruise. What does it take to make it all happen? What are their favorite memories? What are their top tips and recommendations? What do they love about being at sea? You can Continue Reading…
Where You’ll Find Sea Turtles Around the World
One of the many perks of taking a cruise is being able to hop off the ship, grab your snorkeling gear and dive into the wonders that lie beneath the ocean’s surface. If you’re lucky, you just might spot extraordinary marine life, like the seven species of sea turtles around the world. From Costa Rica Continue Reading…
A Teen Who’s Cruised 50 Times Gives Her Best Tips
For Grace Jaye, exploring the world is in her blood—and she has more than 50 different destinations under her belt to prove it. She and her family spend six to eight weeks a year traveling far and wide on Royal Caribbean ships, and she estimates that they’ve been on over 50 cruises together. Traveling at Continue Reading…
Which Room on Icon of the Seas Is Right for You
On Icon of the Seas, every type of family and traveler—friends, couples and more—will find different thrills, ways to relax and bars and restaurants in order to create their ideal vacation. That even includes your home base, which is where you kick back and look forward to the next day of boundless adventure. There are 28 Continue Reading…
5 Ways Royal Caribbean Practices Sustainability
One of the many reasons to take a cruise is the opportunity to explore the natural beauty of both the oceans and destinations around the world, from the cool waters and wilderness of Alaska to the warm Caribbean Sea and its idyllic islands. These wonders depend on the environment, which is why Royal Caribbean has Continue Reading…
The Best Things to Do in Greece and the Greek Isles
Did you know that the sparkling waters of Greece are dotted with as many as 6,000 islands and inlets? About 227 of them are inhabited, and they each are packed with beautiful sights, vibrant cultures and centuries-old history. With so much to offer, Greece and the Greek Isles regularly top travel wish lists. Think: ancient Continue Reading…
8 Hours in Royal Caribbean’s Perfect Day at CocoCay
If you’re looking for thrill or chill—or the perfect combination of the two—there’s an entire private island destination for you. Pick almost any Caribbean cruise, from weekend getaways to weeklong sailings, on ships like Wonder of the Seas and the highly anticipated Icon of the Seas, and you’ll find your way to Perfect Day at CocoCay. Continue Reading…
Icon’s Captain Henrik Shares The Top Things to Do on The New Ship
Imagine a getaway that combines the best of every vacation. Think: The beach retreat, the resort escape, the theme park adventure and more—all in one getaway. Enter Icon of the Seas. For the first time, adults and kids alike, as well as all types of travelers—whether you prefer thrill or chill—will have ways to make Continue Reading…
Things to Eat in Alaska
Alaska, the largest state in the U.S., is a hugely popular destination for its seemingly endless rugged landscapes and incredible wildlife, such as black bears, bald eagles and moose. While it may sound like the Last Frontier is all about awe-inspiring natural sites, like glaciers and fjords, as well as adventures like dogsledding and glacier Continue Reading…
Wave Season: The Best Time To Score Deals
Is this the year in which you’ve set out to cross as many new experiences and places off your travel list as you can? Good news: Right now is the best time to plan those adventures—and for more reasons than one. Introducing “Wave Season,” the best time to book a cruise. Marking the beginning of Continue Reading…
The Coolest Things to Do in Alaska
There are many reasons why Alaska tops travel lists: Rugged glaciers, snowcapped mountains and a variety of wildlife, to name a few. From incredible culture—like native woodworking and quaint fishing villages—to thrills like whale watching, dog sledding, glacier hiking and more, the Last Frontier has plenty to see and do when it comes to unforgettable Continue Reading…
Fun Facts About the Mediterranean
Looking for beautiful beaches and incredible historic sites? Stretching from the Atlantic Ocean on the west all the way to Asia on the east, the Mediterranean is home to all that and more, with a wide variety of food, nature and culture to boot. You can explore many of the world’s most popular destinations here, Continue Reading…
“Me” Time on Wonder of the Seas
Imagine a vacation that has experiences for everyone, whether it’s parents, kids, grandparents, couples or friends. On a Royal Caribbean cruise, there’s a lineup of adventures, eats, entertainment, ways to chill and more to enjoy as a group. And while making memories in good company is what many of us want more of these days, Continue Reading…
New Year’s Resolutions You can Cross Off on a Cruise
A new year is a great opportunity to recharge and set out to experience new things. You may have new places you’d like to see and explore, new foods you want to taste and new adventures you want to try. Or you could simply be up for anything that makes for an incredible memory. This Continue Reading…
New Year’s Resolutions a Royal Caribbean Cruise Can Help You Cross Off Your List
January is a great time for reflecting, resetting and reprioritizing. For many, it’s a time to make plans to see new places, eat new foods and generally try new things to make incredible memories. This year, why not have one-of-a-kind adventures like zip lining across a ship or hitting a skydiving simulator? Or maybe this Continue Reading…
Amazing Sights to See on a Royal Caribbean Cruise
A memorable vacation can be about chasing rare sights like the northern lights or enjoying simple moments like a beautiful sunset—or even both. However you like to make memories, there’s a picture-perfect Royal Caribbean cruise for you and your favorite people. In fact, you have more than 240 destinations in 61 countries and a variety Continue Reading…
Traditions from the Caribbean and Central and South America
Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated in the U.S. annually from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, was once Hispanic Heritage Week. It started in 1968 to observe the many contributions, diverse cultures and different histories of the Latinx community in the U.S., and it was then extended into a month in 1988. President Ronald Reagan also added commemorations Continue Reading…
Caribbean Cruises to Take This Fall
Imagine kicking back on a white sand beach in Aruba with water of many shades of blue at your toes and the wind carrying notes of reggae and calypso. Or you could be hiking up an ancient pyramid in Mexico to catch great views from above the jungle canopy before cooling off in a refreshing Continue Reading…
The First Day on a Royal Caribbean Cruise
On a cruise, your vacation starts as soon as you set foot on your cruise ship. In fact, Day One has the makings to be as memorable as every other day of your getaway. Each ship is packed with adventures, restaurants, entertainment and more, and you can get in on the action right away. Now, Continue Reading…
Must-Pack Items for a Cruise
One of the best things about taking a cruise? You only unpack once, thanks to the fact that your home away from home also takes you from one place to the next of more than 240 destinations Royal Caribbean visits, from Alaska to the Caribbean to Europe and Asia-Pacific. On each of the 25-plus ships Continue Reading…
Choose from These Alaska Cruises
There’s a lot of ground to cover in Alaska, from its vast and rugged terrain to the many animals that call it home. Planning a vacation to the Last Frontier can be a tall order; that’s why a cruise is, hands down, the easiest way for you to see and experience the beauty, adventure and Continue Reading…
Top Cruise Tips | Royal Caribbean Blog
There’s practically an endless list of reasons why a Royal Caribbean cruise makes a great vacation for all ages and types of travelers. You have your choice of incredible experiences to choose from—think: thrills like skydiving and surfing—as well as flavors from all over and amazing shows and live music. Plus, you can pick from Continue Reading…
Royal Caribbean’s Chocolate Chip Cookies
Whether you’re in the Caribbean, the Mediterranean or any of the 240 destinations you can visit on a Royal Caribbean cruise, there’s a world of flavors to explore on board. Think Italian trattorias, American steakhouses, Mexican street fare, fresh sushi and hibachi, New England-inspired spots, vegan menus and more. There’s a mix of new takes Continue Reading…
The Most Amazing Zip Lines on the Planet
Thanks to the combination of adrenaline-pumping thrills and picture-perfect views, it’s no wonder that zip lines are at the top of many must-do lists. Whether you’re zipping across a ship with a carousel and the tallest slide at sea below you or over private island destination Perfect Day at CocoCay and its 13 waterslides, zip lines Continue Reading…
How To Pack for a Cruise to Alaska
Alaska is famous for whale watching, dog sledding, glacier walks and more, and you can do it all on a cruise. Credit: Royal Caribbean Getting ready for a cruise to Alaska is just about as unique as the vacation itself. What you’ll want to pack is different from what you would take to most destinations, like Continue Reading…
Things to Do on Allure of the Seas
With 40-plus restaurants and bars and a lineup of thrills, like surf simulators and rock climbing walls, Allure of the Seas has something for everyone. Credit: Royal Caribbean Everything is bigger in Texas, and the biggest adventure yet is setting sail in November. Imagine a vacation where you and your friends and family can make Continue Reading…
Things You Can Only Do on a Royal Caribbean Cruise
On a Royal Caribbean cruise, there are plenty of things to eat, shows to watch and adventures to be had for every type of traveler and family member. What’s more, whichever action-packed ship you choose and private destination you visit, you’ll have your pick of one-of-a-kind thrills that range from skydiving and surfing to ice Continue Reading…
Why Cruising is Safe During Hurricane Season
Great vacations are made up of adventures, memorable moments and ideal weather. However, we all know the weather can be unpredictable. What if we told you there’s a vacation you could take and have zero worries about the forecast literally raining on your parade? That vacation is a cruise—yes, really. No matter the weather that’s Continue Reading…
Why an Alaska Cruise Should Be on Your Wish List
Want to experience Alaska in a way that makes navigating the largest state in the U.S. easy and efficient? More than twice the size of Texas and with more coastline than all other U.S. states combined, there’s a lot of ground to cover in the Last Frontier. You can do just that and more by taking Continue Reading…
Cruising This Hurricane Season | Royal Caribbean Blog
In 2017, James Van Fleet signed on to be the first chief meteorologist in the cruise industry. He’s kept an eye on the weather around the world for Royal Caribbean’s 25-plus ships since then. Considering these ships sail to more than 240 destinations in 61 countries, at the same time, Van Fleet and our captains could Continue Reading…
Caribbean Destinations Rich in History
One of the most popular vacation destinations, the Caribbean is a favorite place to get away for many. Beautiful beaches, warm weather, welcoming people, food full of flavors and tropical cocktails… what’s not to love? Even better, the island gems and nations are also chock-full of history. Each of the Caribbean’s 7,000 islands has its Continue Reading…
Royal Caribbean’s Coconut Ranger Cookies
Royal Caribbean serves up a world of different flavors, from fresh sushi to handmade pasta, to baked goods made from scratch daily, like our popular coconut ranger cookies. The ranger cookie is an “everything but the kitchen sink” kind of treat—you throw in whatever tasty stuff is lying around, such as oats and chocolate chips. Continue Reading…
Top Tips and Destinations Around the World

Whether your sights are set on exploring idyllic Caribbean islands or venturing into the wilds of Alaska, you can cross off one destination and adventure after the next on a cruise. You can even sail around the world—literally. Take it from Hotel Director Philip Ashcroft, who has been to hundreds of places in his 30 Continue Reading…
Fall and Halloween Traditions From Around the World

In ancient Celtic times, the night of Oct. 31 was said to be when spirits returned to Earth. Whether it’s because of the harvest, the beauty of the changing season, the cold winter nights on the way or simply a time-honored tale passed down for centuries, many countries around the world have traditions rooted in Continue Reading…
Convenient US Departure Cities | Royal Caribbean Blog

Imagine being able to take a short drive or flight to visit your choice of 240 destinations across 61 countries for your next vacation. On a cruise with Royal Caribbean, you can easily set sail to places like The Bahamas, the Mediterranean, Mexico and more from a variety of cities across the U.S. Whether you’re Continue Reading…