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Ultimate Guide To Royal Caribbean WI-FI and INTERNET Packages (Using Cell Phone On A Cruise)

Cruising Kat - Videos
Cruising Kat - Videos
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👁️ 55K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 12:16

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides a comprehensive guide for maintaining digital connectivity while cruising, specifically focusing on Royal Caribbean but noting that advice applies to most major lines. The video explains that standard cellular plans do not work in the middle of the ocean due to the lack of land-based towers, necessitating the use of satellite-based Wi-Fi. The creator outlines various methods for making calls, including using ship phones, Wi-Fi calling, or third-party apps like WhatsApp and Skype. For communicating with other passengers, the creator suggests using the cruise line app, regular texting via free Wi-Fi, or even traditional handwritten notes. The video compares the Surf and Surf and Stream internet packages, noting that the basic Surf package may suffer from slow speeds. Additionally, the creator offers several money-saving strategies, such as pre-purchasing packages, utilizing loyalty discounts, and sharing multi-device plans. To maximize connection quality, the creator recommends using the internet during off-peak hours, finding specific high-signal areas on the ship, and downloading entertainment content before departure. The video concludes by advising travelers to balance connectivity with the importance of disconnecting to enjoy their vacation.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

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

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

What This Creator Said
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Veteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

the last two times that I tried it it was about the speed of dialup internet from the 9s

I've only been able to have good connection in a quiet enough spot for business call once

loyalty does pay off

it's also essential to disconnect and enjoy your vacation

Creator's Tips & Advice

Put your phone in airplane mode to avoid cellular charges
Pre-purchase internet packages before boarding for lower prices
Share an internet package with travel companions by taking turns
Use free Wi-Fi at ports and cafes when docked
Use internet early in the morning or late at night for better speeds

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cell phone plan won't work at seaPut phone in airplane mode and use Wi-Fi calling or apps like WhatsApp
High cost of ship Wi-FiPre-purchase packages, share with companions, use free port Wi-Fi
Unreliable internet connectionUse internet during off-peak hours, find best spots on ship, have backup plans

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to make phone calls on a cruise
QHow to use internet on a cruise ship
QWhat are the best ways to communicate with other passengers
QHow reliable is internet on the ship
QCan you watch Netflix on the ship

Topics Covered

Wifi Connectivity1½ Sad BaconLoyalty Program2½ Happy BaconValue Pricing1 Sad BaconCrowd Capacity1 Sad BaconShip ConditionMeh
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