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Royal Caribbean ESSENTIAL pre cruise Checklist! Things you must do!

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Creator's Key Takeaways

Is your passport in date? And more importantly, does it have enough validility for where you are going?

Royal Caribbean excursions can be more expensive, but if your tour is delayed, the ship will wait. If you go DIY, it won't.

Travel insurance for cruise is essential. Make sure it has all the medical treatment. It has cruise cover. It can cover delays.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Check passport validity on official government websites rather than Facebook groups.
Download the Royal Caribbean app early to explore deck plans and menus.
Compare Royal Caribbean excursions with third-party providers for cost savings.
Check the app 30-90 days before sailing to book free shows.
Check in as early as possible (45 days out) to secure preferred arrival times.
Watch ship tours on YouTube to familiarize yourself with the layout.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Passport validity and travel documentsCheck official government websites for specific country requirements regarding months of validity remaining.
Feeling lost on the shipUse the app and watch YouTube ship tours before boarding to learn the layout.
Missing out on showsCheck the app 30 to 90 days before sailing to book free shows in advance.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should I do before my Royal Caribbean cruise?
QHow do I prepare for a Royal Caribbean cruise?
QShould I book excursions through the cruise line or independently?

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Booked a Royal Caribbean cruise? 🚢 Then don’t make these common mistakes before you even step onboard! In this video, we’re counting down the TOP 10 essential things you NEED to do before your Royal Caribbean cruise — from checking the Royal Caribbean app, joining cruise Facebook groups, booking excursions, sorting travel insurance, passport checks and more! Whether it’s your first Royal Caribbean cruise or your tenth, these tips will help you save money, avoid stress and make your cruise even better. ⚓ Topics include: • Royal Caribbean app tips • Cruise Facebook groups • Passport & travel document checks • Cruise travel insurance • Excursion planning • Cruise packing tips • And more! What’s YOUR number one pre-cruise must do? Let us know in the comments below 👇 If you enjoy the video, don’t forget to hit subscribe, press the hype button and give the video a like 👍 Happy cruising! #RoyalCaribbean #CruiseTips #CruiseVacation #RoyalCaribbeanCruise #CruisingWithThe4bs