Destination Spotlight: Royal Caribbean Cruise Line
As much as we love vacationing on land, we’re always ready to get our sea legs on! What do we love most about cruising?
1)An all-inclusive feel - Many activities, entertainment, food drink are included in your cruise fare.
2)The ability to see several destinations without unpacking more than once.
3)Fun and relaxation for all ages and interests, making it a perfect multi-generational vacation.
If you’re looking for a top-rated cruise line for families, couples, or solo travel, check out Royal Caribbean Cruise Line. They’ve been around since 1968, so you can rest assured that they are truly experts in the cruise industry. In fact, they’ve been voted Best Cruise Line Overall and Best Cruise Line in the Caribbean for 20 consecutive years by Travel Weekly readers. Additionally, they’ve also won awards for Best Private Island, Best Entertainment, and Best Cruise Line for Families.
With 28 (soon to be 29) ships in their fleet, Royal Caribbean can take you anywhere you want to go. Alaska? Check. Literal world tour? Check. Dubai? Check. Asia? Check. The Caribbean? CHECK. With a range of accommodations from standard inside staterooms to multi-bedroom suites, we’re sure to find the perfect cruise itinerary, ship, and stateroom for you.
You won’t just eat, sleep, and watch the ocean go by, though (unless you want to). Royal Caribbean’s cruise ships include fun and unique additions such as Splashaway Bay Water Park, ice skating, North Star, Ultimate Abyss (the tallest waterslide at sea), bumper cars, escape rooms, Bionic Bar, and more. There are kid and teen clubs, Broadway-style shows, fine dining restaurants, casual eateries, adults-only lounge areas—there are countless things to see and enjoy. Specific offerings depend on your ship and sail date.
Many of Royal Caribbean’s Bahamian and Caribbean cruise itineraries include a stop at their private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay. Whether you want thrills or chills, CocoCay has something for everyone in your travel party! You can reserve a visit at Thrill Waterpark, relax in a private cabana at Chill Island, pump up the jam with DJ spun beats at the bustling swim-up bar, soar up-up-and-away in a helium balloon 450 feet above the island, or zipline across the island to get your adrenaline going. It’s going to be a perfect day no matter what!
Our biggest tip for sailing with Royal Caribbean right now? Book early.
In the last year and a half, travel has absolutely exploded again and staterooms on every sailing are filling up quickly. If you’re looking for a particular stateroom type (including lowest price) or connecting staterooms, it’s even more important to book as early as possible. Royal Caribbean cruise deposits range from $100-$250/person and final payment is generally due between 75-90 days before sailing.