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It's not a fraud, or a scam. You received what you bought for a price you agreed to. Be mad at yourself if you want, its not like a quick Google search would have given you pricing online. Not mention that the information was available in this very thread. I don't think Royal is exactly secretive about trying to make additional revenue. I can get a bottle of Heineken for $4 at plenty of bars near.my house, and a whole case for $27.99 at Costco. It's $8 on the ship. I still buy it and I'm not being ripped off because they tell me that before I order.4 points
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Balance Due E-mail....just to add to my stress level!
teddy and 3 others reacted to smokeybandit for a topic
I have an open offer to RC for me to help them fix their software bugs in exchange for cruise credit.4 points -
We have arrived in Amsterdam! We flew nonstop on KLM in business class. It was an outstanding flight. MisterZ and I decided long ago that the vacation starts when you leave your house, not when you reach your destination, so we budget for nicer flights than we did when we were young. Here’s my seat: And MisterZ’s adorable tiny welcome aboard Heineken: Ten hours, over night. Here’s the menu (it was all delicious, btw): Also, KLM does a cute collectible gifty thing — a house full of gin! There are 102 different ones to collect, a new one every year apparently. The flight attendant made it clear we should fly a lot more and collect them all We’ll see if they make our suitcases go to the Bad Kid room tomorrow or not! We’re staying at the Steigenberger Airport Hotel Amsterdam. It’s quite lovely, although some rooms are more updated than others. The restaurant is excellent. This hotel chain is always a solid choice, if you have the option. MomMe was already here as planned. We used our BinaxNOW covid tests and all came back negative. Woohoo! We are currently waiting for the tiny humans to stop playing Minecraft on the hotel computers so that we can print our result. Heh. One more sleep and we’re ON THE CRUISE!!4 points
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Invicta watches on board, SCAM !!!
MarcBerger and 2 others reacted to twangster for a topic
There is always something nice about buying something on vacation and every time you look at it it brings you right back to that moment where and when you bought it. Sometimes that means paying a premium for a vacation memoir. In this day and age you can always find something cheaper online compared to what it costs in a retail store, brick and mortar or steel and sea. Chances are that bargain on Amazon is a fake. I've never looked at an online purchase, like my Apple watch, and remembered the moment I bought it, where I was, who I was with, did I use my phone or my laptop to do it? etc. There are simple things like a fridge magnet that bring me right back to the ship where I bought it. I probably could have found something like it on eBay, but what fun is that?3 points -
But will there be a walrus? Jewel Arctic Cruise, June 20-July 2, 2022
Yesiamthere6 and 2 others reacted to KristiZ for a topic
Cabin 9656, aft corner. Entry: Second bath: Vanity for second bedroom: Main room from entryway: Entertainment center: Second bedroom and closet: Master bedroom, vanity, closet, bath: Balcony: On the deck plan it looks like the balcony is bigger than it is. That said, you can actually get around the side and sit/lean against the side of the ship pretty comfortably. I wondered how this room would feel compare to the side 2-br GS on Enchantment, which is significantly bigger. I think we will be quite happy even though it’s smaller — we’re one fewer people and the balcony is definitely larger. I was also worried about windows on this particular itinerary, since there will be a LOT of daylight, but it turns our neither bedroom has any windows.3 points -
We just finished our 10 day Baltic cruise on the Voyager OS [June 5 sailing from Copenhagen]. We had signed up for the Berlin "discovery" excursion but were very hesitant given the excursion entailed a 3.5 hour bus ride both ways. I looked for any info on this board before we went, but didn't find much [that was recent]. So thought I'd provide a word here now [june 20, 2022]. Of course, Warnemunde is being given as one alternative on Baltic cruises instead of St. Petersburg [given the Ukrainian conflict etc] and Berlin is one excursion choice at that port. Well, in a word, we had a great time. The bus was modern, large, comfortable...and we had rest stops along the way. It was quite interesting viewing all the alternative energy structures across the German countryside [wind turbines and solar panels]. The 3.5 hours went by quick both ways. But the highlight of the trip was a professional guide that joined our group once in Berlin. He was great and we visited all the major bucket list sights (Brandenburg Gate, Bundestag, checkpoint Charlie, remnants of the wall memorial, and other sights) where we exited the bus for short guided walking tours at every site. Then, after seeing the sights, we were given 3 hours on our own. We wandered the streets buying some german chocolate at a large department store [selling nothing but chocolate] and stopped at a cafe for brats and beer We finished up perusing some requisite souvenir shops before getting back on the bus for the ride back to the Voyager OS. Whatever doubts we had about the long bus ride, it turned out to be a high point of our cruise. Berlin is a great city and so much history there, it would have been a shame to NOT have visited [even if just for the day]. Hope this helps anyone thinking about this excursion [actually there were several versions on a Berlin trip; but the trepidation is probably that long 3.5 hour bus ride like we were wary of]. For us, the ride was enjoyable and not the ordeal it might sound like when reading. And the guide that was provided really made the trip ;more than worthwhile.3 points
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Balance Due E-mail....just to add to my stress level!
OrlandoDad and 2 others reacted to Done for a topic
Yes. I was assured more than once my cruise would not be cancelled. They told me the amount paid was equal to the total cruise balance and their system would not cancel my cruise. The final cruise payment date came and went in May and my cruise is still showing in cruise planner. I used the "Make a Payment" link at the bottom of the RC home page and it now shows balance paid in full. I did take a "leap of faith" that all was well the day before the final payment date3 points -
Sorry for the delay. We got back Friday to a few problems at the house. Our main refrigerator stopped working while we were gone, so we had to run out to get a new one. Fortunately it will be delivered later this week. Then I started feeling achy Saturday and tested positive for Covid. Everyone else is negative. I'm really just having body aches and what feels like a little more than my normal allergy cough. No fever or any other symptoms. Anyway, the short version - the scenery and wildlife were spectacular on both the land and cruise portions, but we would not do a RC land tour again. Before the cruise DH said this will probably be the only time we will make the trip to Alaska, but by the end of the land tour that changed to, "when we come up here next time we'll put together our own land vacation before our cruise." Service on the ship was phenomenal - the ship was at 70% capacity and felt very intimate. DH and I love this size ship, DS loved the Adventure Ocean as always, DD was a little disappointed in the Teen club. Details and pictures to come over the next few days.3 points
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What is your favorite RCCL ship past and present and why?
JasonOasis and 2 others reacted to Spang1974 for a topic
I know right now (sailing from the UK) on Anthem, there is a Beatles tribute band, and others like The Dukes (doing Dua Lipa), and Real Vybez (doing Bob Marley) for certain sets.3 points -
What is your favorite RCCL ship past and present and why?
JasonOasis and 2 others reacted to Moby Dick for a topic
When we were on the Anthem a couple/few years ago Cape Liberty/Bermuda/Boston cruise, there was a tribute band, U2, that was absolutely fantastic (perfect/exactly? No, but very good/close). They performed several times in the Music Hall and their big finale was in the 270 which made it even better with all the visuals, better sound, and atmosphere. I really wasn't much of a U2 fan until that cruise. Now, I can't get enough of them. Almost up there with Led Zeppelin, almost. When we got back I asked @Matt, on his live Youtube Q&A, if tribute bands are standard fare on Royal cruises. He said that they were, almost exclusively, on Quantum Class ships. 1. I hope the pandemic didn't ruin that. On our May cruise to Alaska on the Ovation, no tribute band. Not sure if it was because of the Pandemic or just not on an Alaska cruise or other reason. 2. I think it would be great to expand the tribute bands to other classes of ships. Especially if they are the quality of the band like that U2 tribute band.3 points -
Pre cruise Covid procedures
Spang1974 and 2 others reacted to SnickerTail for a topic
Took about two weeks for ours, but don't worry, they will be looking at the physical card when you arrive regardless.3 points -
What is your favorite RCCL ship past and present and why?
FManke and 2 others reacted to HeWhoWaits for a topic
My favorite ship is whatever ship I am on at the time. If not on a cruise, my favorite is the next one scheduled. My wife's favorite is Freedom.3 points -
This is really getting to be ridiculous. I feel so bad for @OrlandoDadand @dodgestangand the others who are having to deal with this utter incompetence. At least @dodgestangwas able to have the due date pushed back. That is what they should be doing for all of these Charlie Foxtrots. Unbelievable.3 points
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Invicta watches on board, SCAM !!!
Qeytondude and 2 others reacted to smokeybandit for a topic
Definitely not a scam. They weren't selling you fake watches. Just you have a preconceived notion that you'd be getting a great deal just because it's on a cruise ship. Always do your homework. Just like the liquor stores. I've rarely ever seen any good deals there. The only things that catch my eye are bottles that are hard to find in my neck of the woods.3 points -
What is your favorite RCCL ship past and present and why?
AtlantaNole and one other reacted to twangster for a topic
Empress. Loved everything about that little ship. Smallest ship with the biggest heart. Despite no DL the Schooner Bar became the regular spot for frequent cruisers and I made some ongoing friendships on her despite no DL. Best Boleros in the fleet. Best Chops in the fleet. No smoking Casino. Great aft public deck behind Boleros, forward access decks below the bridge for Stargazing. She didn't feel small on the inside. Great crew, everytime.2 points -
Got your mouse ears on tonight?2 points
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Can you go back again?
PPPJJ-GCVAB and one other reacted to Moby Dick for a topic
I'm not a big fan of Ports of Call. I would love to go on a 7 day cruise to nowhere. But since that ain't gonna happen, I love the almost empty ship on port days. It's almost like having the whole ship to myself (and my wife, of course).2 points -
Health Questions & Safety Briefing before boarding
Stacy Victer and one other reacted to loki007 for a topic
I do them for my entire family on my phone.2 points -
I did everyone’s on my phone while we were driving to the port. Ditto the safety briefing.2 points
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Indy was 4100+ this weekend (6/17 - 6/20)... It was the first time in a long time I'd seen the MDR with so many full tables. Crew was hustling and in my opinion did a GREAT job!2 points
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I will never, ever, ever, ever again purchased a single item on board Royal Caribbean Cruise ships. They are a TOTAL fraud, and waste of money. Purchased an Invicta pro diver ss 40 Gold Band and I was told it cost $495.00 was 70% off for $149.00 What a joke it actually sells on land for $49.00 at any store. When I emailed Royal Caribbean and complained about this they didn't even answer my email. I guess the buyer beware model is alive and kicking at Royal Caribbean offices. PLEASE BE AWARE THERE IS NOTHING NOTHING worse than been taken for a ride with a huge company doing the fraud. Save your money and don't waste it on Royal Caribbean it all. If they gave a crap about their customers they would at least respond to the complaint. Well I guess the next time one of their staff members asked me to buy a watch on board, I'm goin to make sure I give them a piece of my mind in front of all the other guest, and make sure that everyone knows what a big FRAUD and SCAM they are doing to their guest.2 points
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Luminae on Edge🥩
SpicyCherry and one other reacted to cruisellama for a topic
The service is definitely better as there's a better guest/crew ratio. Regarding the food, there are good menu days and less attractive menu days. If you're not satisfied with the menu on a particular day, you can order from one of the 4 MDRs also. We've done that especially for appetizers.2 points -
Me! Second part of a b2b! Love cruising on the Anthem out of NJ in winter. The Solarium is the best place to be during sail out…fully enclosed in glass, heated, surrounded by tropical plants and trees, sipping a cool drink, maybe lounging in the hot tub or the cascading pool. Beautiful view at the very front of the ship as we sail out of the harbor, under the Verrazano Bridge with just meters clearance. Or, if you have kids under 16, in the family pool just behind the Solarium…heated, covered in glass, large space with hot tubs and the pool bar. The Anthem is a beautiful cold weather ship with lots of inside activities…and then, as the weather warms, the outside pool and sun decks are beautiful! The NorthStar, Rockwall, FlowRider and the iFly are great activities. And the SeaPlex is great! Don’t miss the shows…We Will Rock You in the Royal Theater and Spectra’s Cabaret in the fantastic Two70 venue with the robot screens are wonderful. Enjoy!2 points
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Generosity begets generosity.2 points
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As an aside while this sailing again was not as enjoyable as I had hoped, I did follow up and send an email to Royal regarding Dudley & the energy he put forth trying to mitigate the ship's so many short comings. I didn't harp on those though. The email was focused on Dudley the man who represented the company in a stellar way, I wanted to celebrate his efforts and let the higher ups know what a gem they had in that man. I hope my sincere communication is met with a smile and just maybe some type of positive recognition for him. I just received an email back stating they received my email so I am excited that I could shine a good light on/for/with this very weird experience. They said they were in receipt of my email and appreciated it. Woo-hoo!2 points
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What Was The Best Theater Show You've Been To (On A Cruise) And the Least You Liked?
SpicyCherry and one other reacted to Spang1974 for a topic
Favorite - We Will Rock You Worst - Frankie and The Dreamers (We walked out, nobody needs to see a Frankie Vali soundalike perform Eminem, nobody)2 points -
Unfortunately I had Royal refund a FCC (they did this without me asking for a refund) of over $2000 (yes thousand) to the wrong person's card, several emails, phone calls, and chat session ensued to no reasonable solution other than having to pay the balance of our cruise again.2 points
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HeliPad on Independence/Stargazing
KristiZ and one other reacted to michaelp1446 for a topic
Love the Helipad at night. I have an app called "Night Sky" on an iPad. With internet package it brings a whole new dimension to star gazing. It's a great spot for late evening stroll or bring a glass of wine. Seating is available and is usually not crowded.2 points -
What is your favorite RCCL ship past and present and why?
Shari and one other reacted to CruisingOz for a topic
For us, our favourite is the Radiance. Great solarium area with the Park Cafe in the adults pool deck area and overall connection to the sea, with lots of glass and great places to sit, both inside and outside to socialise, relax and watch the world pass by. If we want a ship with lots to do, we love the Symphony.2 points -
Thank you, Neesa; that was super informative. We've never cruised Mariner, although we have booked an 8-day next May, and now I'm a little concerned. Balconies were stupid high, so we opted for a promenade inside room, which was our cabin on our first two cruises on Freedom. I'm hooked on balconies, and am a little disappointed to be back inside, but the itinerary is fantastic. I hope by May '23 perhaps the Elon wi-fi will be installed and we won't have to deal with crappy zoom.2 points
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No, that ended as well. They went from most restrictive testing regime to least restrictive overnight.2 points
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Pinnacle benefits
BrianB and one other reacted to smokeybandit for a topic
Or if nothing else, that one voucher is getting you a double or triple pour each time.2 points -
Pinnacle benefits
AlmondFarmer and one other reacted to twangster for a topic
If you get in the habit of tipping a few bucks with each of your six pinnacle drinks you may find by the end of the night you haven't consumed all of your six coupons. Establish a relationship and have an "anchor bar" for your coupons to go farther. Worst case use the two 50% CAS coupons for two beer/wine during the cruise. Even if you have to buy a few drinks during the cruise between the 50% off two beer/wine and a handful of "overage" drinks at full price by the end of the cruise your out of pocket can be under $100 pp including those cash tips with every drink. Way cheaper than a drink package.2 points -
But will there be a walrus? Jewel Arctic Cruise, June 20-July 2, 2022
Yesiamthere6 and one other reacted to Lovetocruise2002 for a topic
I told you those days are long gone! @GregDand I were just discussing how much we should tempt fate and when we should start our Fjords blog lol2 points -
What Was The Best Theater Show You've Been To (On A Cruise) And the Least You Liked?
Snowchaser and one other reacted to fireclan for a topic
Gosh, I've never even seen Cats but now it's my least favorite!2 points -
The wife and I are excited about our cruise, and it's still 460 days away!2 points
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Surprise you must vacate your stateroom by 0800, Dudley saves the day. We met him at Schooner Bar which was packed with all cabin types. He told everyone to remain seated except suites and pins. Son of a gun if he didn't wisk us off the ship in minutes. I'll leave with some nice memories and am glad we did it but please beware the Mariner was a shock. Maybe include internet? Maybe allow more then one towel per person and maybe don't make me hunt down a garbage can because you say no. Probably our worst Royal sailing to date as far as ship, but Dudley and that itinerary just wonderful! Parked next to the Mouse this morning.2 points
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Balance Due E-mail....just to add to my stress level!
VirtKitty and one other reacted to OrlandoDad for a topic
And the cruise is cancelled. Just keeps getting better.2 points -
Chicken of the Seas2 points
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Viking cruise line is stopping pre cruise Covid tests
CruiserNic reacted to TheRick for a topic
I heard Viking Cruise Line is stopping pre cruise Covid testing except where their destinations require it. I wonder if Royal Caribbean will follow suit.1 point -
What is your favorite RCCL ship past and present and why?
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Honestly, y'all American peeps are so lucky, you get almost every Oasis-class ship.... meanwhile all we get are Quantum-class and Voyager-class ships (which I mean don't get me wrong, they're great but it's like)... come on RCI! Send us Oasis... or even Allure (tbh, I don't even care if she doesn't get her Amplification, I just want to experience an Oasis class ship and I think her not having her amplification is what stands her out apart from the other Oasis-class ships)...or you know... I'll even take Harmony, I doubt they'd ever send us Symphony or Wonder though... but who knows, maybe when Utopia is out they will send an Oasis-class down our way.1 point -
I love Oasis class ships. They are, by far, my favorite class of ship although I've only been on the older Oasis class ships (Allure & Oasis). I'm clamoring to get on one of the newer Oasis class ships to check them out. The neighborhood design makes them ideal for whenever I want quiet time or time to seek activities which, I think, is the concept that appeals to many other people. The breadth of options of things to do really appeals to me. In fact, I love Oasis class ships so much that since the cruising re-start my trips have been / will be Navigator, Serenade and Odyssey (twice)! Hmmm, in retrospect maybe I need to re-think how I'm going about my booking strategy . In my partial defense, Symphony was a covid casualty in 2020. Anyway, can't wait to get back on an Oasis class at some point.1 point
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I thought my issue was a isolated issue, but having tracked this thread it is not. I too am surprised this software bug has not been fixed. When I was trying to resolve my issue starting in November, 2021 one of the customer service reps mentioned in passing it might be related to a cruise planner cross over bug. He had encountered that same issue with a different caller. THAT WAS NOVEMBER!! People are still having issues AND the reps on the phone act like this is a new issue for them. Is the CS reps turnover rate that high?? I am also disappointed the first rep one talks to has to get into another queue to talk with a "resolution" team person, the hold time is usually very long! @SpeedNoodlesI understand your bravado to use a Travel Agent. I am a "do it myself" person but if I am to continue being "Loyal to Royal" I will use a TA when booking my next cruise with RC.1 point
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As I've been told, the package only covers drinks up to a maximum of $13.00. https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/what-is-the-deluxe-beverage-package Q What is the Deluxe Beverage Package? A The Deluxe Beverage Package allows guests to enjoy unlimited drinks and options all cruise long.* With a handpicked array of brands to choose from, you can toast to bottomless beverages with your preferred drink of choice. Check out some of our top-notch brands below. Cocktails / Spirits / Liqueurs / Beer Bottled still and sparkling water Wines by the glass Fresh squeezed juices / Non-alcoholic cocktail Premium coffees and teas Fountain sodas / Coca-Cola Freestyle® beverages Coca-Cola® souvenir cup included * Package includes any single beverage item with a value up to $13. Plus, receive a 40% discount on bottled wines priced up to $100, and 20% discount on wines priced above $100 So, my guess is that since shots are priced separately, it would be considered as more than a "single" beverage. But, you never know how generous a bartender is, how well trained he/she is, or what the ship's (beverage manager) philosophy is. Also, you can only order one beverage at a time while using the beverage package. So, an extra shot would be more than one at a time. https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/beverage-package-sharing-policy Q Can I order multiple drinks at a time with Royal Caribbean's all-inclusive beverage packages? A No. As this is a personal package, only one beverage per guest will be served. No, packages can be purchased by individual guests. All packages are for single guest use and cannot be shared by multiple people. Any guest wishing to purchase an alcoholic beverage package must do so for all guests of legal drinking age in the same stateroom, for sailings on or after December 31st, 2017.1 point
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10 Surprising things you didn't know the Royal Caribbean concierge can do for you1 point
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Pre cruise Covid procedures
RCIfan1912 reacted to TXCruiser for a topic
For those who have cruised recently, how long does it take RC to validate your uploaded vaccine card info to the app? I uploaded our family's cards 10 days ago and it still says, "we are validating your record". Thanks!1 point -
Oddly, one of the best shows we've seen was Charo on Freedom back in '06. People of my age know who she is. We went to the show expecting the full Coochie-Coo act and waiting for a train wreck of a show. The first part of the show was what we expected, but then she went off-stage ad came back on wearing formal wear and carrying a classic guitar. She explained that prior to her Coochie days, she was trained by one of the great classical guitarists in the world. She then spent the rest of the show displaying skills that I never imagined she had. It was truly incredible and memorable.1 point
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Since the Statue of Limatations has ran its time I'll tell my now funny story. We were booked on a 15 night Acapulco, Mexico to Hawaii returning to SanDiego. This was 2007 on the Legend and RCCL didn't have much of a cruise port in Acapulco. We meet at a large hotel conference center where everyone was checked in and then bused to the ship. When we got to the ship we were sent to a large aluminum warehouse type of building. Keep in mind it was mid-summer in sunny Mexico and was hotter than the hinges of hell. More and more people kept entering the already crowded warehouse. There were gates at the gangway door which led to the ship. I was sweating profusely by this time and my wife who had health problems was on the verge of passing out. The crowd was starting the shout "Let us On" but with no results. A long came a security guard seeking entrance through the gate so he could go to his station. The guard on the ship side of the gate unlocked the gate and slid the gate to the side so the guard could enter. I looked at the group of fellows next to me and said I'm game if you're game it's time to board! With that the gates were pushed to the side and at least 500 cruise passengers headed on to the ship. I felt so bad by the time we crashed the gate that the thought of a Mexican jail was actual an improvement over the current situation. I am now 72 years old and still think back with glee at my last act of civil disobedience! I'm not sorry I did it and if I had it to do over I would do the same thing. Upon return my wife wrote the President of RCCL regarding the event and how terrible it was. Much to my surprise RCCL actually called her to acknowledge things went terrible wrong. They apologized and gave us a 10% discount toward our next cruise. Sorry this was so long. Bill1 point
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Here is a video from Royal that shows the the "Home" menu of beverages available along with the several "add-in" flavors available with each choice. https://www.royalcaribbeanpresscenter.com/video/314/cruising-with-coca-cola-freestyle-royal-caribbean-and-coke-make-a-perfect-blend-for-cruisers/1 point