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26 Royal Caribbean tips & tricks — what to know before your cruise!

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Creator's Key Takeaways

If you're sailing on a Royal Caribbean ship soon, there are plenty of firsttime cruise tips that you will want to know.

The app also allows you to reserve shore excursions, shows, onboard experiences and activities along with specialty dining restaurants.

If you have crown and anchor status with Royal Caribbean, it is best to know the benefits you will receive on board.

You can save hundreds or even thousands of dollars by taking a Caribbean cruise in October rather than July.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Download the Royal Caribbean app for planning and onboard experiences.
Book dining and beverage packages early to lock in the lowest price.
Arrive the night before your cruise to avoid missing the ship.
Check in as soon as possible to get the best choice of check-in times.
Consider having lunch in specialty restaurants for a more affordable experience.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Missing the cruise due to travel delaysArrive the night before your cruise to avoid this risk.
Not knowing how to use the app for onboard experiencesDownload the app early and familiarize yourself with its features.
Overpaying for dining and beverage packagesBook packages early and repricing before final payment to get the lowest price.

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QWhat should I know about Royal Caribbean's app and onboard packages?
QHow do loyalty benefits work on Royal Caribbean?
QWhat are some onboard tips and tricks for Royal Caribbean?

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If you are sailing on a Royal Caribbean ship soon, there are plenty of first-time cruise tips that you will want to know. Each cruise line has its own unique tidbits of information that will be helpful to know before boarding your ship to maximize your limited time onboard. You do not want to miss out on any of the experiences because you were not prepared! Here are 26 tips and tricks for Royal Caribbean! Learn more about cruising: https://cruise.blog/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecruiseblog