Can you believe it's the last few days of July already? It's the middle of Summer and there is a lot of Royal Caribbean news to catch up from during this week.
Royal Caribbean's best promotion is back for the first time in five years.
Double points is being offered again, and it's surprised so many of us.
This is the best way to move up the loyalty ranks faster, and it's a limited time offer.
Royal Caribbean News
- Port Canaveral cruise passenger arrested over murder charge, 5 others also detained
- 3 ways to maximize the new Royal Caribbean double points offer
- The best way to spend just 72 hours on a cruise
- I tried 6 food hacks on Royal Caribbean's Legend of the Seas
- How Royal Caribbean turns cruise ships around in hours
- Royal ONE or Royal ONE Plus? A side-by-side comparison
- The biggest Royal Caribbean policy changes over the last few years
- Photos of the Icon of the Seas suites
- The cheapest room wasn't worth it. What to book instead
- 5 must-dos when cruising with casual friends and people you don't know well
Video: 40 Nights On Royal Caribbean: These Little Things Made Every Cruise Better
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Cruise ship hit with mechanical issue, prompting unexpected itinerary change
Utopia of the Seas sat in port for over 12 extra hours before finally departing.
The ship's Captain made an announcement that it would be delayed due to a mechanical issue, but the delays continued.
Once the ship was able to sail, its itinerary had to be completely swapped out.
Royal Caribbean opened a secret garden bar
There's a new area on Royal Caribbean's private island that you have to look for in order to discover.
The aptly named Secret Garden Bar was quietly opened this week, offering a new spot to sit and enjoy a drink and a read.
There's a bar in the middle, along with chairs and even a mini-library.
The Black Friday in July sale offers deep discounts on cruise extras
Royal Caribbean's new promotion has new discounts on drink packages, Wi-Fi, excursions, and more.
The Black Friday Sneak Peek sale is running for a few more days, and it could save you a lot of money.
There's up to 50% off bundles, 40% off beverage packages, and up to 50% off specialty dining packages.
What every aspect of a trip on Legend of the Seas costs
What's the price to go on Legend of the Seas and factor in everything from cruise fare to airfare to gratuities to casino spending?
Jenna finished a week on the brand new ship and added up all of her costs to illustrate what you should budget for a similar trip.
While cruising is a great value, there are still budgetary considerations that will add-up.
Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast
The 618th episode of the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast is now available, with Matt's hot take on Carnival's Celebration Key.
Matt is back to answering your emails, including questions about drink package options, if Icon Class prices will ever drop, and more.
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