so im going on a cruise in 17 days and we are taking it through royal caribbean. and i was just wondering like wt you have to pay for on the ship and wt is there to do and stuff like that. so if anyone knows please let me know. thank you .
2007-06-15 14:02:50 · 8 answers · asked by Brooke[[lynn]] 1 in Travel ➔ Cruise Travel
I have been on many Royal Caribbean ships and it is my favorite line. The price of your cruise includes all of your meals, including free 24/7 room service. It includes the shows and other activities on ship. BUT, you will have to pay for all alcoholic beverages AND soft drinks. They will provide free coffee, tea (hot and iced), juices, lemonade and/or punch. The ship's photographers will betaking pictures at all times of day and when you get off the ship in ports. If you want those photos you will have to pay for them. They will add the price to your on-board tab.
If you take tours off of the ship you will have to pay for them. When you arrive at the port to check in you (each passenger) will receive a key card which will serve as your room key, charge card for anything you buy on ship (i.e.,drinks, souvenir) and its also your pass to get on and off ship in each port. When you first board the ship the security personnel will have you insert your key card into a scanner and then will take a photo of you that is included in the magnetic strip on the card. Each time you get off ship you will need this key card and many times also a photo ID (passport or driver's license). This card allows them to keep an accurate track of all passengers entering and/or leaving the ship.
After the cruise you will have to pay for gratuities for the ship's staff, usually about $60 for a 7-day cruise. You can pay this in cash or they will add it to your cruise tab.
Each day of your cruise you will receive in your cabin a "newsletter" listing the time, place and particulars of everything happening for you on ship. There are generally activities like demonstrations of ice carvings, napkin folding and towel folding, and cooking demonstrations. Some ships may offer a galley (kitchen) tour or a tour of the bridge. There may be organized games and other activities around the pools. In the evenings there are generally shows, one show for those with an early dinner seating and another (same show) for those who eat late. There is always food available. Usually there is a place in ship where you can go get something. Or, you can always just pick up the phone in your cabin and order from the room service menu (food is free). If you want, you can order breakfast room service.
All RC ships have a casino with slots and table games. Many ships have movie theaters, generally small but nice, and you can also see movies in your room. They have ATM’s and a purser’s desk where you can cash a check or exchange currency if you need to. There is a tour and activities desk so you can schedule land tours and activities.
Ships have free morning exercise programs, stretching and walking, etc, and on some you can pay for other things like Spinning. All cruise ships have gyms so you can go workout, usually any time from 6:00 AM to late at night. There is usually a walking/running track on one of the decks also. Some ships leave the gym open all night. They call the gyms Spa because they do promote getting pampered with things like wraps and massages with aroma therapy. They will also generally have a beauty salon to do hair and nails.
There are always pools. Most ships have more than one and the newer ships generally have an indoor pool as well as outdoor ones and all of these have hot tubs. SOme have adults only pools and hot tubs. There is generally a basketball court on the top deck, a place for scuffle board, and a mini-golf course. The newer Royal Caribbean ships have a rock climbing wall and the newest one has a pool for water surfing, called the Flow Rider.
There are places on ships to play cards and board games, and the cards and games are provided. If you want to just sit and read, there’s a library where you can bring your books or select one from the shelf. Ships have internet cafes and some offer WIFI if you bring your prefer to use your computer in your cabin (some ships offer notebooks for rent). There are cocktail lounges that feature a variety of music. Some have a piano bar with jazz. There is usually a disco that starts after 10:00 PM each night and last until everyone leave. On certain days ships will have special activities like a chocolate lovers buffet, or a midnight deck party .
I suggest that you go to the Royal Caribbean web site and look at the features for the ships you will be on. It will not tell you about daily activities, but it will give you information about the location of things on ship.
2007-06-16 04:41:04 · answer #1 · answered by TINKERTOY ..... the 1 & only 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You pay for alcohol and soda(you can buy a discount card the fist day so if you drink a lot of soda that's a good idea) and spa treatments.There is lots to do on the boat and all entertainment and events will be free - shore excursions cost extra. Depending on where you are going you may want to choose shore excursions carefully - most places are more fun if you just get off the boat and explore. If your ship has a shopping book it is a real value- big discounts, price and quality guarantee and loads of freebies. Have Fun!
2007-06-15 14:13:27 · answer #2 · answered by Walking on Sunshine 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
17 days??? I'm so jealous!
On the ship, you don't use cash; all you need is your 'sea pass' card, which charges everything to your room account.
You'll have to pay for your alcoholic drinks and (usually) your canned soda; anything you purchase from the shops. Bingo is charged to your sea pass. You can get money from your sea pass for gambling in the casino. Ship excursions will be charged to your pass. Spa expenses are also charged to your account. You can either pay tips (and PLEASE do this!) in cash in envelopes provided OR you can put the standard amount on your account.
You should check your account every day/few days.... tho most people don't and are SHOCKED at the end of the cruise. (I know from experience. One time my charges were almost twice what the cruise cost me?????!~ "Step away from the spa" LOL
2007-06-15 14:22:38 · answer #3 · answered by Nancy P 4 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I can't stand Royal Caribbean. I would book through Carnival next time. If it's your first Cruise you will have a blast either way. You can log on to the website and preview your ship and all the activities are listed there! Even look at your state room. Most of all, have fun! Enjoy and relax
2007-06-15 14:11:54 · answer #4 · answered by Little_Red 1 · 2⤊ 3⤋
On RCCL, dining is included. You have to pay a cover to eat at Johnny Rockets. Ben and Jerry's ice cream is also a pay item. Tips are about $10/day (recommended). Seattle's Best coffee is included.
2007-06-16 07:05:28 · answer #5 · answered by Southern Apostolic 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Royal Caribbean has a site you can go to..find your ship and see what they offer as far as things to do....
You will be responsible for your tips, gambling, cigarettes and mixed drinks...(tips are at the end of the cruise for wait staff, cabin staff etc)...Have a great time!!!
2007-06-15 14:30:57 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
Go to http://www.royalcaribbean.com and there are 2 tabs that say Before You Board and All About Cruising
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2007-06-15 14:17:28 · answer #7 · answered by shelley m 1 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Food is free =)
basicly u have to pay for tips, and what u do at the stops, also that spa.. dont go to the spa its suxx =)
HAVE FUN!!
2007-06-15 14:06:55 · answer #8 · answered by Neil P 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋