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The creators share seven essential tips for travelers planning to sail with Royal Caribbean. They begin by explaining drink policies, noting that passengers can bring up to two bottles of wine or champagne per cabin and certain amounts of soft drinks, provided these items are kept in hand luggage. The video highlights the utility of the cruise planner, suggesting that booking shore excursions, dining, and entertainment in advance is often cheaper and allows for better planning. Regarding expenses, the creators advise budgeting for extra charges such as gratuities, specialty dining, and spa treatments, while noting that many free dining and activity options exist. They discuss the wide variety of dining available, ranging from included buffet options like Sorrento's pizza to various specialty restaurants. The creators also emphasize the importance of booking cruises as early as possible to secure better prices and cabin choices. Finally, they clarify that the onboard dress code is generally casual, even on formal nights, and that passengers can avoid formal attire by choosing buffet dining. The creators conclude by expressing their enthusiasm for the brand and how addictive cruising can be.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Royal Caribbean Group
Seriously Tasty
All-time creator consensus for Royal Caribbean Group
A Nibble

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we love Royal Caribbean we've had the most fantastic holidays with them we've had three different holidays now and we really loved being on a Royal Caribbean ship

it just saves you a lot of money even if you're on the drinks package it's still quite nice to do

it's usually a lot cheaper to book things onto the cruise planner before you even get under the cruise

you are going to be spoiled for choice there are so many different dining options on Royal Caribbean ships

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Carry on up to two bottles of wine or champagne per cabin and soft drinks or water in standard cans or bottles.
βœ“Use the cruise planner to book shore excursions, dining, entertainment, and activities before sailing for better prices.
βœ“Book as early as possible to get the best prices and cabin choices.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Carrying on drinks β€” You can carry on two bottles of wine or champagne per cabin and soft drinks or water in standard cans or bottles, but they must be in hand luggage.
Extra charges β€” Budget for gratuities, specialty dining, and other extras, but remember there are plenty of free options.
Formal nights β€” Formal nights are not strict; you can wear chinos and a shirt without a tie or jacket.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the key things to know before sailing with Royal Caribbean?
QHow can you save money on a Royal Caribbean cruise?
QWhat dining options are available on Royal Caribbean ships?
QHow strict is the dress code on Royal Caribbean?

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