Thank you for joining us for this a look at all the Royal Caribbean news from this week. We had plenty to share, so let us jump right in!
Royal Caribbean cancelled more visits to Labadee for at least another six months.
The cruise line confirmed it will cancel all upcoming visits to its private destination in Haiti through April 2026.
Violence in the country has necessitated the change, as the pause in visits continues.
Royal Caribbean News
- Celebrity's river cruises sold out minutes after they opened for pre-booking
- Wonder of the Seas moves to short cruises: Here's what it's like on Royal Caribbean's new party destination
- Royal Caribbean is "evolving into a total travel company"
- Is the Royal Refreshment package worth it?
- 9 Things I Do Differently on Icon Class Cruise Ships
- I was wrong about Royal Caribbean’s Infinite Balcony room, but now I really like it
- Say goodbye to tube showers, here's the new cruise bathroom trend
- I spent $2,000 for 4 nights in a 156-square-foot inside cabin on the world's largest cruise ship
Royal Caribbean Blog Video: Star of the Seas vs Icon of the Seas: Which to choose?
Have you subscribed to the Royal Caribbean Blog YouTube Channel? We share some great videos there regularly, all about taking a Royal Caribbean cruise! This week, we are sharing our latest video: Star of the Seas vs Icon of the Seas: Which to choose?
Royal Caribbean is handing out free perks to select guests
Check your email, because it looks like there are freebies being given out to certain cruisers.
Those lucky enough to get the email are getting a choice of three bonus perks, and I'd love to have any of them!
There's no discernable pattern to who's getting it, but you really should check your inbox.
Royal Caribbean to charge a fee for specialty dining no-shows
A new policy is in effect if you don't bother showing up to the reservation you made for dinner.
Royal Caribbean announced a new penalty to those that book a specialty restaurant and then miss their reservation, for any reason.
The cruise line is making the change to ensure the high-demand restaurants don't go to waste.
Royal Caribbean has a new genius drink package for its really long cruises
I love the new drink package Royal Caribbean is selling on select cruises, but there's a catch.
It's not available on all sailings. In fact, it's only available on certain double digit length cruises.
It offers the Refreshment package, plus a few alcoholic drinks too.
Tips for sailing on every Royal Caribbean ship class
There are 7 classes of Royal Caribbean cruise ships, and I've got a few tips for each one.
Every ship class has its own approach to the cruise, and I think knowing some of the best tricks can maximize the experience.
With these secrets, you can tackle your next cruise easier!
Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast
The 575th episode of the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast is now available, where Matt wonders when we'll get confirmation about the new Discovery Class ships.
The project hasn't been formally announced, but it seems like the worst kept secret and he's surprised it's still not ready to be revealed yet.
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