5 Things Royal Caribbean’s CEO Revealed That Surprised Me
Aside from the bigger things Royal Caribbean CEO Michael Bayley revealed while sailing on this year's President's Cruise, Matt picked up on...
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Will Royal Caribbean ever add new loyalty tiers?
I'm asked all the time by readers if Royal Caribbean will add more tiers to its loyalty program because of the new double points promos Shar...
Matt defends his "drink package math"
In a recent YouTube video, Matt shared his experience buying a Royal Caribbean drink package but a lot of viewers took issue with Matt's cal...
Why I don't recommend Guarantee Rooms
Guarantee rooms look so attractive because of the discount, but Matt warns it's more problematic than it's worth. Share with me your thought...
Why Royal Caribbean Brought Back This Drink Package Rule
I was surprised Royal Caribbean has brought back its drink package exemption, but I was even more surprised to see some of the repercussions...
The truth about hurricane season
Matt shares his thoughts on what it really means if you have a cruise during hurricane season, and what you can expect if/when there's a tro...
3 Questions I hope someone asks Michael Bayley on the President's Cruise
The President's Cruise will be held soon on Icon of the Seas, and Matt shared the major topics he hopes someone will ask Royal Caribbean CEO...
Why Royal Caribbean is pulling ships from the West Coast
Royal Caribbean announced it's moving ships from the West Coast and shifting them to Asia and Australia for the biggest deployment here yet....
Worth it, not worth it on Legend of the Seas
Matt lists six upgrades he paid for on Legend of the Seas and if they were worth it, or not worth it. Share with me your thoughts, questions...
Royal Caribbean says more travelers are booking late and paying more
For years, one of the best ways to save money on a cruise was to wait until the last minute. But Royal Caribbean Group executives said that...
Why Royal Caribbean brought back Double Points
With Double Points promotion back again, Matt is as surprised as anyone that it's being offered. He discusses why Royal Caribbean is doing i...
Royal Caribbean Answers: Suites, Drink Packages & Icon Class Prices
Matt is dedicating this podcast episode to answering your cruise questions! Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via... Twitt...
Why Matt doesn't want to book another cruise line excursion
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via... Twitter: @therclblog Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog Em...
Things Matt didn't like about Legend of the Seas
After trying Legend of the Seas, there are a few things Matt would have preferred Royal Caribbean change on the ship Share with me your thou...
How to eat sushi the right way
Izumi Master Chef Travis Kamiyama offers advice on how to get started with sushi and other important etiquette advice. Share with me your th...
Matt's favorite bars + drinks, ranked
What are the best Royal Caribbean bars with the best drinks? Matt ranks the best bars in the fleet and what the best drink is at each one. S...
It's Been Too Long: 5 Royal Caribbean Ships I Need to Revisit
Matt was asked which Royal Caribbean ships he wants to go back on again because it's been a while. Share with me your thoughts, questions an...
The best ports for walking off the ship, how kids & loyalty work, and more
Matt answers listener emails this week, tackling questions of which port is the best to walk off the ship and explore immediately, how kids...
Things I do that surprise a lot of cruisers
Some people are genuinely surprised when Matt does or buys certain things, but believe it or not, he does! Share with me your thoughts, ques...
My Biggest Cruise Fails, Dumbest Mistakes, and Weirdest Moments
Matt shares stories of times he embarrassed himself on cruises, as well as times he messed up. Plus, a couple secrets he cherishes! Share wi...