Welcome to this week's edition of the Royal Caribbean post round-up, where we summarize all of the Royal Caribbean news and information from this week into one handy-dandy post! There is plenty of great content to enjoy, so sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's round-up!
Star of the Seas is here and Matt thinks it's a winning follow-up to the original Icon Class ship.
Royal Caribbean sought to build a ship just as good as Icon of the Seas, but tweak and enhance a few areas.
After 10 nights onboard, our full review has a look at what makes Star of the Seas stand out.
Royal Caribbean News
- Royal Caribbean alters cruise ship itineraries to avoid Hurricane Erin
- Royal Caribbean redeploys cruise ships sailing from Latin America
- Celebrity confirms when they will open bookings for river cruises
- I spent $5,300 on a last-minute cruise on Voyager of the Seas. It was expensive, but I couldn't pass it up
- How to find dining menus on Royal Caribbean's app
- Jason Liberty and Richard Fain reflect on Royal Caribbean's past, present and future
- When to book Star of the Seas for the lowest price, data shows
New RCB Video: A Cruise In A Hurricane Isn’t What You Think
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This week, we are sharing our latest video — A Cruise In A Hurricane Isn’t What You Think — and don’t forget to subscribe to our channel.
Royal Caribbean teases Texas with Icon possibility
Did Royal Caribbean's CEO confirm they'll bring an Icon Class ship to a Texas port?
Michael Bayley strongly hinted the cruise line could bring one of its Icon Class ships to Galveston.
A new ship could be coming there as early as the 2027-2028 season.
Royal Caribbean's wearables have a new look and prices
WOW Bands have a new look and price too.
With the launch of Star of the Seas, Royal Caribbean has revamped its wearables to go along with the ship.
They're functionally the same, but come in new colors and a higher price tag.
Perfect Day at CocoCay vs. Celebration Key
How does Royal Caribbean's game-changing private island in The Bahamas stack up to Carnival's new Celebration Key?
Perfect Day at CocoCay has a waterpark, helium balloon and a giant pool. Carnival now has its own take on the idea, with freshwater lagoons, beaches, and slides.
Our team took a look at the benefits of each one.
This family suite has the perfect amount of space
What is the new Surfside Family Suite really like to stay in?
Matt had the chance to stay in this room while on Star of the Seas, and he found it quite spacious.
It has separation for families, but it lacks enough storage and an interesting bathroom setup.
