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Royal Caribbean cruise mistakes that are not really a mistake

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πŸ‘οΈ 69K viewsπŸ“… 7 years ago⏱️ 5:00

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Editorial Summary

Matt from Relevant Blog Comm discusses five common perceptions among Royal Caribbean cruisers that are actually beneficial strategies. He begins by addressing the fear of cruising during hurricane season, noting that the company employs dedicated meteorologists to steer ships away from danger and that booking during this time can offer significant cost savings. The creator also recommends using porters at the port to avoid the physical hassle of luggage and to potentially utilize faster customs lines during disembarkation. Regarding arrival times, he explains that boarding times on set sail passes are merely suggestions and that arriving early can help guests beat crowds and start their vacations sooner. In the dining room, he encourages passengers to order multiple entrees and appetizers because these items are included in the cruise fare and allow for more food variety. Finally, he advises travelers not to dismiss shore excursions provided by the cruise line, suggesting that guests should compare both cruise line and third party options when planning port visits.

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Seriously Tasty
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A Nibble

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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

cruising during hurricane season is not nearly as dangerous or bad and experiences you may think

the best time to take advantage of Porter's is on disembarkation day

Royal Cartman does not enforce boarding times they're just something they provide to guests

ordering multiple entrees is actually a great idea the portion sizes in the main dining room are often smaller

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Book a cruise in September/October for the best deals during hurricane season
βœ“Use porters at the port to avoid luggage hassle and speed up customs
βœ“Arrive at the cruise terminal before your posted boarding time to board sooner
βœ“Order multiple entrees in the main dining room to try new foods
βœ“Consider both Royal Caribbean and third-party excursion options for each port

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cruising during hurricane season seems dangerous β€” Royal Caribbean has a dedicated meteorologist and will reschedule or steer clear of storms
Using porters might be unnecessary or costly β€” Porters are free to use (tip expected) and save time, especially on disembarkation day
Arriving before boarding time might not be allowed β€” Boarding times are suggestions; arriving early helps beat crowds and start vacation sooner
Ordering multiple entrees is gluttonous or expensive β€” On Royal Caribbean, it's encouraged and included in your fare; great for trying new foods

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are some Royal Caribbean cruise ideas that seem like a mistake but are actually a good idea?
QHow can you save money and enhance your cruise experience?

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