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@jessicatate4602 Жыл бұрын
Our room happened to go down in price after we booked with RC. I called them to see what they could do for us and they gave us the difference ($300.00) as an on board credit. Don't be afraid to ask if this happens to you.
@yvonnetemple3579 Жыл бұрын
That happened to me, I took a chance and called. They gave us the difference. Great customer service
@mariangomz791910 ай бұрын
How long after? I know their policy is 48 hrs
@melodyhightower234721 күн бұрын
Our price dropped $500 on our room. When I called they said they couldn't do anything for us because we used a travel agent. Our TA called for us and they gave us a slightly larger balcony. I felt like we lost our ability to advocate for ourselves when we used a travel agent.
@sarahphillips295 Жыл бұрын
This is for any cruise line not just Royal but ships operate on their own time. Depending on where you are in the world and the time of year you're sailing, ship time may or may not be the same as the time on shore. I wear and old "dumb" watch and keep it set according to ship time. This eliminates the chance of time confusion that can happen with electronic smart devices. Remember cruise ships will leave you if you're not back on time.
@luluballoon Жыл бұрын
To get the true lowest price book very early then bookmark the cruise and check it regularly. Any time the price comes down you can call and get the price adjusted up until final payment date.
@lindagilgren898 Жыл бұрын
If you book an independent shore excursion, be sure it is refundable in case your ship has an itinerary change!
@InsideCruise Жыл бұрын
Great tip!
@sariel8406 Жыл бұрын
But sure that its operated by a licensed operator too. Insurance won't cover mishaps relating to excursions conducted by unlicensed entities. In many 3rd world countries, the majority of tour operators have glitzy websites but no licence. In Malaysia not long ago, a landslide buried a glamping site killing many. The glamping site operator only has a license for a farm...
@tiffanysanchez9184 Жыл бұрын
My first ever cruise is in April 2024 on Wonder Of The Seas and I’ve chosen to get an ocean view balcony as it will be my birthday sailing… So I’m very excited!
@mercyrodriguez5780 Жыл бұрын
We did a guarantee cabin on Freedom of the Seas and got a great cabin in the middle of the ship which we love.
@davidm8623 Жыл бұрын
Ben often these top ten videos are clip bait, however even excellent doesn't do this video justice, we haven't been on as many cruises as you and David, but these but are our deal breaking principles that we have learned are essential for good experience. Thank you so much for the thoughtful way you put this together, too many people have bad experiences because they don't do research.
@vrod7124 Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love Royal Caribbean and can’t help but always come back to them or compare other cruises to them. They just are a all around great cruise line. Thanks for the great content!
@crystalBcruisin Жыл бұрын
I'm new to Royal and loving it. I've only cruised on Odyssey, but have Wonder booked for July & Icon booked for the inaugural sailing in January 2024. These are great tips, thank you!
@Stjohn1210 Жыл бұрын
Wow!! I'm booked for Wonder in July as well lol Enjoy 😁
@seesightsgrabbites Жыл бұрын
Going on Oasis of the Seas in July from NJ. These tips came in just in time and super helpful! Thanks! Love the new channel =)
@InsideCruise Жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@loftlegacy9 ай бұрын
We’ve just back from a family cruise (7 night W Med) on Symphony. It was excellent and the first time we’ve sailed since 2017. Good video, but I’d like to add something about the rooms. A chap we met had an interior boardwalk room above Boleros and said it was noisy. Our booking was a mess as we’d booked an ocean view and selected the room, but RC “upgraded” us to a Central Park balcony. It was lovely, BUT I’d booked a sea view which I didn’t get. A huge improvement was the kind of mandatory hand washing before entering self service restaurants. The best find was the Solarium Bistro, it was excellent but you have to book for dinner. The level of service onboard was amazing and as always the great crew made the holiday. 👑⚓️
@taleahaowens13Ай бұрын
OUR FAMILY LOVES U AND DAVID😊
@vickyburton243410 ай бұрын
I am going on the Allure of the Seas in 9 days! I am so excited.
@mirabellnsofor5219 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. This is the best cruise video i have listened to, simple, clear, practical and to the point. Thank you. We cruise in August...
@mercyrodriguez5780 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for your new channel, I love it as much as we love Royal. We are booked on 5 Royal ships this year, including the inaugural of the Icon.
@thiggs333 Жыл бұрын
Sir Ben, I think I have to politely say I think you missed an important point on the RC Dress Code topic. I think it is a real important point to potential first time cruisers. You explained the dress code for Formal Night. But you made it sound like people dress up in ties, suites, gowns, tuxs, etc. and if you are not interested, skip the MDR and can eat in the Windjammer and other eating venues. All sounds pretty accurate except that one not dressed formally can eat in the MDR. They won't be turned away. I think this is so important. Even though I love dressing up, I always see people who are not in the MDR on formal night. I think it is well accepted. That's the point. All's good and thanks for the great summary of RCL.
@Ambykind Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for this video. My cousin & I will be on the Serenade of the Seas for 14 nights over Thanksgiving (November 2023) & I will definitely be bringing those 2 bottles of wine you mentioned. We have been on the Serenade before (12 night Meditterian) a few years ago, so we know this ship & love it. Cheers!
@khronick3596 Жыл бұрын
We are going on our first cruise on Alure of the Seas on April 9th. Cannot wait!!! Great video.
@cruisevod Жыл бұрын
You’re one week before us!! Out of Galveston, right? Have fun!!
@khronick3596 Жыл бұрын
@@cruisevod yup we will be embarking out of Galveston!!! We cannot wait.
@99999myk Жыл бұрын
Going on my 4th cruise this October (God willing). It is a 9 day cruise of New England and Canada. I'm riding on the Liberty of the Seas which I never was on. I can't wait. I love the food esp Chops Grill.
@sitchad Жыл бұрын
This is superb information and so true for Royal Caribbean. Ben we are with you on the balcony with a beautiful sea view, plus we love fresh air.
@traceyhouston3560 Жыл бұрын
Didn't know you could take your own water and juice on the ships. Thanks guys
@user-bc3lz7zc3o6 ай бұрын
I like that the Royal Caribbean app does not need to buy a wifi package. Most important it is free to chat with other people on the ship
@KS-kr4ok11 ай бұрын
Do not get an inside cabin. they can not be aired out. If there is a problem a balcony room offers a second way out. I was on a ship in 1998 which was on fire. I learned not to get an inside room. If the fire comes down your hall, you will be trapped.
@user-bc3lz7zc3o6 ай бұрын
Thank you for your very informative video. Booked on Odyssey of the Seas to the Mediterranean July 28 2024 with our family 10 people 7 adults 3 children
@lebutzki Жыл бұрын
Currently looking at a Caribbean Cruise in December so thanks for the tips.
@joanoconnor3896 Жыл бұрын
Thank you for sharing your tips. We're also fans of Royal too.
@michelletogher4058 Жыл бұрын
It’s like you read my mind! Just booked our July cruise on the Wonder !
@InsideCruise Жыл бұрын
Awesome!
@nataliavega90362 ай бұрын
Great video thank you for all the information
@richardalers8276 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Ben, I'm Loyal to Royal so I really enjoyed your content
@InsideCruise Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@joannahayes2009 Жыл бұрын
Great vid! I’m going on my first RC cruise in January but my partner has been on heaps - which means he’s a Diamond member. One way we’ve decided to save some cash is to only get the soda beverage package because he already gets four free drinks per day with his Club level and I’m not a huge drinker. I’ll still have some cocktails, but with the four free drinks, it’ll be cheaper than the beverage package for both of us. We’ve each got a coffee card though because while coke does it for me most of the day I NEED MY COFFEE. We’ll do the sums again at the end, but I think we’ve made the right decision.
@MR3DDev Жыл бұрын
I am not sure about the book early advise. I keep seeing cruises leaving in like 2 weeks that are much cheaper than anything I can find for let's say December.
@InsideCruise Жыл бұрын
We mention that in our video, if you are flexible and can leave it last minute go for it!
@shavonmontes5869 Жыл бұрын
Very Informative,thanks for sharing🌞👍🏽. I've never been on a cruise. Thank you again!!
@Sh4dow682 Жыл бұрын
Going on Ovation in Feb next year from Sydney around New Zealand.. Done this back in 2018 and have to do it again... Love NZ
@kathybrem8806 ай бұрын
Yay! I’m going on Harmony this spring!
@exploringwithcindyanddan Жыл бұрын
Great information ..we haven’t cruises with RC in a few years…we love Princess but we will try RC once again. Thank you
@radiola3454Ай бұрын
Thank you
@lawrenceakini9507 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for this vlog. Happy weekend. Travel safe. Ciao. Cheers.
@danielintheantipodes6741 Жыл бұрын
Ten years ago I scored a AUD$700+ mobile phone bill from a visit to the Uk! It was a shock!
@kimgelinskey6745 Жыл бұрын
This is one of your best videos, Thank you!
@bonniekae Жыл бұрын
I LOVE watching your videos. You guys are great. thank you so much for your great reviews
@toritvchannel4456 Жыл бұрын
very nice
@synsational110 ай бұрын
Thank you so much this helps me out so much
@cathyharris1599 Жыл бұрын
Can't wait to get on board again!!!
@caitlynnichols147 Жыл бұрын
I have just found your channel and omg thank you so much! I'm planning a Royal Caribbean Cruise for 2025 and you have been so damn helpful! I have never cruised before and I'm thinking/ planning on visiting the Bahamas (Including Coco Cay, Im such a big kid lol)... I have been looking at the different ships from one of your other videos where you explained the different types of ships and that was also very very helpful! As a first timer, I never knew all these different ships and just thought they were all pretty much the same but omg they are all soo different in many ways! Thank you soo much!!!! ps, you have a new sub :)
@babithaviji Жыл бұрын
Thanks, we are traveling this month by Spectrum is Seas
@christine7196 Жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for all of the great content!
@andrewc7674 Жыл бұрын
We booked a GTY balcony stateroom for our Alaska cruise later this year. 🤞🏽
@user-ll7jm2re8w Жыл бұрын
Do you have cabin access as soon as you board? or do you have to wait until your luggage arrives? Do you get notification when your luggage arrives?
@terrifromm5085 Жыл бұрын
Great tips! Love your channels.
@InsideCruise Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@angelap9142 Жыл бұрын
I enjoy watching your channels very much. We are going on the Harmony of the seas in April (2people) and July ( 6 adults and 5 children)What is the difference for Azumi hibachi menu for lunch or dinner? Keep up the good work👍🏻🇨🇦
@lisafieber3569 Жыл бұрын
It is now 1 bottle of wine per person of legal drinking age.
@amandagaetz9038 Жыл бұрын
I spotted a Princess Ship at 1:50 ;)
@cruisevod Жыл бұрын
Ben, why the new channel?? Just curious 🙂 thanks for the consistent content!!!
@acmedata Жыл бұрын
93 days until Symphony Mediterranean cruise!
@peggyellenday3096 Жыл бұрын
I love the big ships
@daftcattravel Жыл бұрын
I don't understand why bringing a bottle of wine onboard is allowed but not a bottle of beer. Most ships have a pretty dire selection of high end craft beer, so being able to bring one or two bottles along would represent a far smaller loss of potential onboard spend to the line than allowing a bottle or two of wine when ships normally carry a far larger selection of wine they could sell you instead of the ones you bring with you.
@johnnyboy163 Жыл бұрын
Your comment is not helpful what if the banned everything now 😂😂😂.. just kidding
@Sh4dow682 Жыл бұрын
Liked and subbed! great content :)
@kingk240510 ай бұрын
Is their ships with an open air sisha café with sofas where at night you can lie down and watch the stars while smoking and eating little patisseries ?
@acslater017 Жыл бұрын
Dat 2010 iPad tho! 😊
@adelinechurch318 Жыл бұрын
First time cruiser question about bringing the wine onboard please. I was under the impression that you can only bring 1 bottle of wine per person but only for those over the age of 21. On our cruise it will be me and my 14 year old daughter, does that mean I can still bring 2 bottles on board?
@user-xh9ei4lw1j Жыл бұрын
Hi. Just did my second RCC cruise on Ovation. Could you please warn people against buying Art. Total scam. Don't know how this is still going on. Took me a week to get a valid email address. Read the fine print before you sign to purchase. Also take US dollars . Thanks
@tiernyt205111 ай бұрын
Hey, any ideas on the best RC ship to get married on with a family of maybe 30 people.
@jordanjohnson6472 Жыл бұрын
Two weeks until our cruise, Wonder of the sea. Any more tips?
@MollyVSmurl8 ай бұрын
If I purchase the water package of 24 /1 liter bottles and need to order another case, is that possible? It’s the only beverage my spouse and I drink
@darrellamy166 Жыл бұрын
Going on Jewel of the Sea in April. We are in ours 70's and want to avoid lots of kids. Thinking of Alaska next year, but was told to go Princes of Holland America. What your advice?
@lizbif0315 Жыл бұрын
Can u avoid formal night and do what u want and stay informal
@travelwithdebandnick Жыл бұрын
hi ben i was stocked to find this channel :) is this just your personal channel? by the way, great video :)
@InsideCruise Жыл бұрын
It is thanks! David has a job so not as much free time as me!
@Jdonaldson901 Жыл бұрын
Are there any RC sales people. For instance I have a Carnival Cruise person who I work with and gets me deals on my Carnival cruises just wondering if RC works the same?
@InsideCruise Жыл бұрын
Not that we know of. You have a couple of options when it comes to booking a Royal Caribbean cruise and getting in touch with a sales representative: Royal Caribbean's Website: You can visit the official Royal Caribbean website and explore their available cruises. The website also provides a search feature to find local travel agents who specialize in Royal Caribbean cruises. You can contact them directly for assistance and to inquire about any ongoing promotions or deals. Local Travel Agencies: Many travel agencies have dedicated agents who are well-versed in Royal Caribbean cruises. These agents can help you navigate the various options, provide personalized recommendations, and assist in securing the best deals for your honeymoon cruise.
@Jdonaldson901 Жыл бұрын
@@InsideCruise thanks! Very helpful info here!
@shyleearabit66548 ай бұрын
I can help you book with RC. I am a travel agent.
@latoshamcgaffee93611 ай бұрын
Have you ever sailed oasis of the seas
@Ivonnegarcia1410 ай бұрын
Is the drink package worth it? No the deluxe the next one
@tamarar4387 Жыл бұрын
Hey Ben is this a pirate channel of cruising with Ben and David? 🤔
@angier29806 ай бұрын
which is the best ship for alaska royal caribbean ship, for teenagers and adults?
@samquinn6427 Жыл бұрын
IF one is allowed to bring on 12 bottles of water or soda and 2 bottle of wine, why must they be in a carry on bag? Who in the world would want to carry all the weight of a 12 pack of soft drinks and 2 wine bottles in a carry on? You should be able to check this it it is allowed.
@lorrainelarsen9646 Жыл бұрын
Yea but I think if you have those items in your check in luggage and they throw the luggage around something is sure to possibly break or explode
@chenghowkiat7619 Жыл бұрын
🧝♂️🌪☁️⚡💚❤: The Earth, WE ARE BACK from star systems...
@sherrydavis8029 Жыл бұрын
Does anyone know what drinks are included with basic bookings
@mariangomz791910 ай бұрын
12 bottles per room or per person?
@michellemartinez6587 Жыл бұрын
Did I miss something, where is david?
@Sh4dow682 Жыл бұрын
What camera gear do you use?
@InsideCruise Жыл бұрын
Sony A7iv
@noname-JS9 ай бұрын
I'll pass. Just looking at that ship gives me crazy anxiety 👎🏻
@InvisibleVisible793 Жыл бұрын
I started watching both of your channels, I think I've seen them all now. I've NEVER had an interest in cruising and just addictively kept watching because of you and David. So much FUN! But, who has the higher Mariah notes? Couldn't say, each of you have your own unique high notes. NOW MY PROBLEM: Do tell.....how does someone that will not take the jab or wear a mask but has official documentation of natural immunity smack dab during the original and Delta viruses. My question was then, how do I know what virus I have? ANSWER: CDC takes samples of positive tests to determine what virus is surging - So CDC will tell me? NO. Isn't that a Winnie the Pooh CROCK? INSIDE CRUISE, Do Tell......What's the latest on this topic for those that have natural immunity and have decided they want to cruise? Where is this acceptable and where is it not?
@chickentenders3018 Жыл бұрын
I just took a trip to the Bahamas. No test or jab required. Fairly certain the only places that require a vaccine are itinerary’s that sail to Australia.
@InvisibleVisible793 Жыл бұрын
@@chickentenders3018 Thank you, so nice of you to reply. I should have stated, I do not have a vaccine card. I'm interested in the European river cruises that stop in many ports. Hate to book if I can't get off the cruise. Thank you!
@chickentenders3018 Жыл бұрын
@@InvisibleVisible793 ah, going to Europe, you’re almost certainly going to need the vaccine. Good luck pal.
@InvisibleVisible793 Жыл бұрын
@@chickentenders3018 That's what I thought. I've lost interest in Europe since I wrote - they aren't prosecuting THUGS in England, if it's that way in Europe altogether....no longer interested. But thank you.
@bodegaboys74759 ай бұрын
Dude started with the most obvious tip or lack there of
@Zionist_Eternal Жыл бұрын
Ripoff. Unable to travel due to Covid. Can we get a refund of down-payment? No. But you can use it later or transfer to a friend who is taking a cruise. Excellent! Later: I have a friend taking a cruise on Royal Caribbean and would like to transfer my credit to him. Sorry. You're too late.
@stevevirag828210 ай бұрын
Here's 1 tip don't goon a cruise. You couldn't pay me to go on a cruise full of drunks.
@usernameisusername Жыл бұрын
Taking your kids on these floating Walmarts is child abuse.
@chenghowkiat7619 Жыл бұрын
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