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...
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Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast
Come explore the many facets of a Royal Caribbean cruise vacation. The RoyalCaribbeanBlog Podcast covers everything from the Royal Caribbean cruise ships to activities, excursions, planning...
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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...
Matt tried the new Chops Grille brunch
Matt shares his review of the new Chops Grille brunch and what he liked (and didn't like) about this new option Share with me your thoughts,...
I Took 4 Royal Caribbean Cruises in 4 Months. Here’s What Surprised Me Most
After 4 cruises on Royal Caribbean this year, Matt shares what takeaways he has from each one so far. Share with me your thoughts, questions...
4,300 Passengers?! My Thoughts on Royal Caribbean's Discovery Class
We finally have an idea of how big the Discovery Class ships will be and Royal Caribbean ordered more ships. Matt shares his thoughts on wha...
This new $30 cruise fee has people divided
Royal Caribbean will charge you $30 to know your Guaranteed cabin assignment earlier, and Matt debates if it's genius or greedy. Share with...