Family cruising is at the heart of what a Royal Caribbean is all about and that includes with even the youngest ones. Traveling with very young children on a cruise can be a very exciting vacation, and so this week, we have tips, tricks and secrets to taking a Royal Caribbean cruise with preschoolers.
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I think it’s time for a little relaxation this week, as we look at one of the best ways to reward yourself on a Royal Caribbean cruise: the Spa! Royal Caribbean’s Vitality Spa is available on all ships in the fleet and it’s a wonderful way to reduce stress and pamper yourself with some great treatments. This week, let’s explore what the Vitality Spa can offer you and share our favorites, we’ll hopefully introduce you to a few things you have not ever thought or known about before.
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It wont be long before you start seeing souvenir Coca-Cola cups on your Royal Caribbean cruise and it seems like they are everywhere! The cup comes in bright colors in a stylized design that is the perfect way to get refills of your favorite soda anytime you want. Here are six things that you will want to know if you are thinking about buying one.
If you want to get the souvenir cup, you can purchase the non-alcoholic drink package that is right for you. Especially on embarkation day, you will find stations around the ship offering to sell you the package and the fun cup!
Simply pick between the Royal Refreshment Package and the Royal Replenish Package and you will get a complimentary Coca-Cola souvenir cup with each package purchased.
Often you will find the packages for sale outside the Windjammer and on the Royal Promenade.
Of course you can have bartenders fill the cup up and there are automated machines near the pool, but the best way to use your Coca-Cola souvenir cup is with the Coca-Cola Freestyle machines!
Located on select ships in Royal Caribbean's fleet, you can use these amazing machines exclusively with the souvenir cups and choose from over 100 flavor combinations!
In order to use the Coca-Cola Freestyle machines guests must purchase an all-inclusive beverage package or the Royal refreshment package and use their complimentary Coca-Cola souvenir cup. The Coca-Cola souvenir cup has a special chip in it which activates the machine.
As mentioned earlier, the Coca-Cola souvenir cup has a special chip that prevents people without the cup from using the self-service refill stations.
The machines do "lock down" your cup for about 15 minutes after you refill your cup to ensure the cup isn't shared with people that do not have the drink package.
Of course you can get the souvenir Coca-Cola cups with the non-alcoholic packages, but if you prefer to go with the unlimited alcohol packages, you get the souvenir Coca-Cola cup too!
Each of the unlimited alcohol packges (select, premium, ultimate) come with a complimentary souvenir cup that you can use to get unlimited soft drinks during your cruise when you're looking to get something with a little less punch.
The souvenir cup can be refilled nearly everywhere onboard the ship. Bars, self-service stations, restaurants and lounges will all gladly refill the cups for you.
However, the souvenir Coca-Cola cups do not work with room service or the drinks in your mini-fridge. Keep that in mind before you order something that will cost you extra!
You don't have to wait to get on your cruise in order to purchase your souvenir Coca-Cola cup. In fact, you can pre-purchase online at royalcaribbean.com and have your cup waiting for you.
After you purchase the package online, the souvenir cup should be waiting for you inside your stateroom once you get in there. That way, there's no waiting in line for you and you can start taking advantage of the benefit immediately!
Have you bought the Coca-Cola souvenir cups before? Do you think they are worth it? And will you buy one on your next Royal Caribbean cruise? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
Since most of us are not independently wealthy, we’re usually looking for the best possible deal on our Royal Caribbean cruise so we can save money to use on the actual cruise itself. This week, let’s look at ways to get the best possible price for your cruise so you can get the most affordable cruise vacation option.
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New York: if you can make it there, you can make it anywhere, including a cruise vacation! With Quantum of the Seas and soon Anthem of the Seas arrivals in the Big Apple, there’s new interest in cruising out of the New York area. This week, let’s discuss the many things to do in New York, where to stay, where to eat and more.
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Going on a Royal Caribbean cruise is always exciting but this week I get to preview my upcoming cruise aboard Royal Caribbean’s brand new Quantum of the Seas.
This pre-inaugural 2-night event is a glimpse at everything this new ship has to offer and it’s my opportunity to get a first-hand look at the ship and report back to all of you all of the experiences onboard. Let’s preview what my plans are for this cruise and discuss the changes that Quantum of the Seas brings.
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With over 40 restaurants across Royal Caribbean’s fleet, there are choices for every palate and budget, with some of the best options being at specialty restaurants.
For just a few dollars extra, you can have a great dining experience, so this week, we share our Top Five Specialty Restaurants on Royal Caribbean. Hopefully we'll introduce you to some new options you might not have thought of before.
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This week we get to explore a great Caribbean port that many Royal Caribbean ships sail to and even depart from, San Juan, Puerto Rico. Let’s discuss the many things to do in San Juan, where to stay, where to eat and why this is such a great port to visit.
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We’re discussing the BIG news from Royal Caribbean this week all about the technology aboard Quantum of the Seas. It’s an impressive array of innovations and it’s kind of thing that could revolutionize how we cruise going forward. I want to talk about each new piece of tech coming onboard the ship and share how amazing Quantum of the Seas looks to be.
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There’s so much to do on a Royal Caribbean cruise, whether it’s a favorite spot to sit and relax or a restaurant that is unlike any other in the fleet. Maybe it’s somewhere the kids can spend hours at or it’s just somewhere you and your family love to go again and again.
Well this week, we are going to start a new series listing the top 5 things to do on a Royal Caribbean destination and ask you to share your favorite as well. And then stay tuned for your Royal Caribbean emails that I love to read.