Royal Caribbean

Beautiful sunsets and crystal blue seas are the quintessential views you expect to find on a cruise. For me, seeing the ocean resemble a sheet of glass never gets old - and always leaves me in awe that something so powerful can also be equally as peaceful.

When booking a cruise, typically one of the most important considerations is deciding which cruise ship you want to sail on.

Each cruise line has a wide range of ships to choose from, each with their own unique amenities and features. For example, newer ships tend to feel like floating resorts with tons to do while older ships are smaller and offer a more traditional approach to cruising. Sailing on a brand-new ship is entirely different than cruising on a 20-year-old cruise ship.

If you are looking into booking a Royal Caribbean cruise that your kids will enjoy but do not know where to start, look no further! With 27 ships in their fleet (28 once Utopia of the Seas launches in July 2024), Royal Caribbean has a ship that will fit your family's needs, whether you are traveling with an infant or teenager. 

You will need to ensure that your child meets the age requirements of the activities that they are interested in. Otherwise, you might have some disappointed children!  

Most of the major cruise lines, like Carnival, Norwegian, and Royal Caribbean, have their own private island or destination in the Caribbean. If you’ve sailed with Royal Caribbean or Carnival Cruise Line, two of the most popular cruise lines in the world, there’s a good chance that your itinerary included one of the cruise line’s private destinations.

A couple of weeks before your cruise vacation officially begins, you will be able to complete Royal Caribbean's online check-in process. Doing so prior to arriving at the terminal will help speed up the physical check-in, allowing you to board the ship faster! 

As someone who cruises often, I normally find myself booking affordable inside cabin fares. These are often the cheapest accommodations on a cruise ship and provide the basic necessities and a comfortable stay. In fact, I usually pay for the inside cabin guarantee fare, meaning you do not choose the location of your cabin, but instead the cruise line assigns one to you.