I don't understand why Royal Caribbean still does this

Name: I don't understand why Royal Caribbean still does this
Uploaded: 2026-03-25T00:00:00+00:00
Duration: 18 min 16 s
Channel: Royal Caribbean Blog

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👁️ 22K views📅 2 months ago⏱️ 18:16

Royal Caribbean Group

Star of the Seas

What This Creator Said

2 Sad Bacon

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Caribbean · FallVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

I don't understand why Royal Caribbean still does this

It's just not enough time. When we did Star of the Seas over Thanksgiving, we had this exact same scenario.

I really don't understand why they do that. I mean, in Costaaya, they literally own the port.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Make your plans refundable so you can cancel and rebook if necessary for group cruises.

✓Book separate rooms if you need separate sleeping spaces for a family of four on Icon class ships.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhy does Royal Caribbean schedule short port hours in certain destinations?

QWhat are the implications of short port stops for passengers?

QHow can travelers manage group cruise logistics and accommodations?

Topics Covered

Port Destination4 Sad BaconItinerary Route2½ Sad BaconValue Pricing2 Sad BaconLoyalty Program1½ Happy BaconExcursions2½ Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

San Juan2 Sad Bacon

San Juan, Puerto Rico2 Sad Bacon

St. Thomas3 Sad Bacon

How to read the Trip Bacon Score

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Meh — no strong opinion either way

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