5 Things to Do Before Boarding a Royal Caribbean Cruise

Save this checklist for your next cruise! 5 things you should do BEFORE you board a Royal Caribbean cruise ship: 💰Pay Gratuity: Royal Caribbean typically adds gratuity charges to your onboard account. Before boarding, take care of these charges. This ensures the crew members providing you with services are fairly compensated, plus it gives you less to worry about once you board. 🍽️ Pick Your Dining Time: Royal Caribbean offers both traditional and flexible dining options. Decide if you prefer set dining times or the flexibility to dine when you choose. We personally like a set time so we get the same table and waiter every night with no wait. ⛴️ Get Familiar with the Ship, Deck by Deck: Royal Caribbean ships are like floating cities with numerous amenities and activities spread across multiple decks. Familiarizing yourself with the ship’s layout will help you navigate more easily once you arrive. 🕺🏻💃 Check Theme Nights to Know What to Pack: Royal Caribbean often hosts themed nights onboard, such as formal nights, 80s parties, or tropical nights. Check the cruise itinerary or Royal Caribbean’s website for information on theme nights so you can pack the right attire to fully enjoy the experience. 🧳 Bring a Small Bag for Boarding: When you first board the ship, your luggage will be taken by the crew and delivered to your stateroom later in the day. Pack a small carry-on bag with essentials like medications, a change of clothes, swimsuit, sunscreen, and any other items you might need before your luggage arrives. ➡️Send this to the person you want to cruise with! ➡️Follow @eastcoast.blondies for more travel tips. #cruise #royalcaribbean #cruiseship #traveltips #travelguide #traveltip #travelcontentcreator #travelgram #travelreels #viral #tipoftheday #