9 Surprising Things You Didn't Know About Royal Caribbean Cruises

TLDRThis video reveals 9 surprising things that first-time cruisers tend to experience on a Royal Caribbean cruise, including the benefits of pre-purchasing, booking shows ahead of time, bringing your own drinks on board, prohibited items, relaxed dress codes, ordering multiple appetizers or entrees, and the importance of bringing cash.

Key insights

🎫Pre-purchasing can save you money and ensure availability of packages and excursions.

🎭You can pre-book shows on certain ships to ensure a spot.

🍹You can bring non-alcoholic beverages on board, saving money and providing convenience.

There is a list of prohibited items that you cannot bring on board.

👗Dress codes in the main dining room are not strictly enforced.

Q&A

Can I order more than one appetizer or entree in the main dining room?

Yes, you can order multiple appetizers, entrees, or desserts in the main dining room without any additional cost.

Are there any dress codes on a Royal Caribbean cruise?

There are dress codes for certain evenings, but they are not strictly enforced. They are more like guidelines or suggestions.

Can I bring my own drinks on board?

You can bring up to 12 bottles or cans of non-alcoholic beverages per cabin on embarkation day. You can also bring one bottle of wine or champagne per adult in your cabin.

What items are prohibited on a Royal Caribbean cruise?

Prohibited items include weapons, spray paint, beer, drugs, power strips, irons, rice cookers, and handcuffs.

Is it cheaper to pre-purchase drinks and excursions?

Yes, pre-purchasing drinks and excursions can save you money compared to buying them on board.

Timestamped Summary

00:00First-time Royal Caribbean cruisers tend to experience surprising things.

01:39Pre-purchasing drink packages, excursions, and Wi-Fi can save you money.

02:29You can pre-book shows on certain ships before the cruise.

03:35You can bring up to 12 bottles or cans of non-alcoholic beverages on board.

05:20Prohibited items include weapons, spray paint, and power strips.