Royal Caribbean Post Roundup: October 16, 2022

Fall temperatures may be dropping, but this week’s news from Royal Caribbean is hotter than ever, and we’ve wrapped it all up for you in this week’s roundup!

The price of your next cocktail has probably gone up a dollar.

Royal Caribbean has raised the price of a signature cocktail from $13 to $14 per drink, before tip. The price was $13 per drink.

While individual Royal Caribbean beverage prices have increased by one dollar, the benefits of your Royal Caribbean beverage package and Diamond beverage vouchers have also been increased to match the price change.

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Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast

The 472nd episode of the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast is now available, where Matt assesses the benefits of a short 3-night cruise.

After sailing Independence of the Seas for the weekend, Matt asks if a short cruise ended too quickly.

Feel free to subscribe via iTunes or RSS, and head over to rate and review the podcast on iTunes if you can! We would appreciate it.

New RCB video: What it looks like on a cruise ship during a hurricane

Are you subscribed to the Royal Caribbean blog YouTube channel? We regularly share great videos there, all about a Royal Caribbean cruise! This week we’re sharing our latest video – What it’s like on a cruise ship during a hurricane – and don’t forget to subscribe here.

What you’ll notice when cruising on an old cruise ship

There’s nothing wrong with sailing an older ship, but soon enough you’ll notice a few things that are different from newer ships.

Older ships offer tremendous value and offer more varied itineraries, but they also have nuances about them that stand out from other ships.

Before you board, here are the biggest changes you’ll notice on past Royal Caribbean cruise ships.

Why My First European Cruise Wasn’t What I Expected

Jenna had traveled to Europe before going on a cruise, so how would the boat trip compare to her other visits?

As soon as she set foot in her first European cruise port, her concerns were quickly put on notice.

Her European cruise experience was not at all what she expected, and it quickly became her favorite destination for a world cruise.

Disney Cruise Line vs. Royal Caribbean

Which family cruise line offers a better cruise experience: Disney Cruise Line or Royal Caribbean?

Sylvia cruised on the Disney Wish and the Mariner of the Seas in the same week to test both offerings.