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10 commonly asked first time Royal Caribbean cruise questions

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Creator's Key Takeaways

the best advice I can give you to get the lowest possible price is to book as early as you can

Royal Caribbean's boarding times are suggestions they're not enforced and you can certainly arrive a whole lot earlier than that

you're going to have unlimited tap water milk tea coffee regular and decaf lemonade iced tea flavored Waters

formal night only applies to the main dining room and nowhere else on the ship

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book your cruise as early as possible to get the lowest price
Arrive at the port before noon on embarkation day to beat the rush
Use a travel agent to find deals and handle repricing
Pre-purchase drink packages, internet, and dining packages online for better prices
Check your Cruise Compass daily for venue times and activities

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Getting the lowest priceBook as early as possible, ideally 12-24 months ahead, and use a travel agent.
Arrival time on embarkation dayArrive before noon to beat the rush and maximize day one time.
What is included in the cruise farePlenty of complimentary food and drinks like water, tea, coffee, and juices are included.
Formal night dress codeOnly applies to main dining room; pack accordingly for two formal nights on a seven-night cruise.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow do I get the lowest price on a Royal Caribbean cruise?
QWhat time can I arrive to the cruise?
QWhen can I start booking shows, drink packages, shore excursions?
QCan I bring bottled water or soda on my cruise?
QWhat drinks and food are included with my cruise fare?

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Are you about to go on your first Royal Caribbean cruise? If you answered yes, then very likely you have a lot of questions. You might have questions about concepts that are completely new to you, or you simply want verification about what to expect. We receive many questions from our readers about their first Royal Caribbean cruise, and here are answers to ten of the most common questions from first time cruisers.. [Subscribe for more Royal Caribbean videos!] https://is.gd/p6dgx0 [Listen to our Podcast] https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/podcast [Social Links] https://www.facebook.com/royalcaribbeanblog http://twitter.com/therclblog http://instagram.com/royalcaribbeanblog