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Royal Caribbean just announced a brand new cruise ship!
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The cruise line has had numerous expansions lately, with the new third Icon Class ship, Legend of the Seas, debuting this year. Plus, an unnamed fourth ship set for 2027 was just revealed!
With so many popular cruise lines to choose from today, guests are weighing not only who has the best ship, but also who has the best private island.
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When it comes to cruise vacations, few perks are more exciting than a stop at a private island. But not all private islands are created equal. Some are packed with water slides and adrenaline-pumping attractions, while others focus on soft sand, calm waters, and zero stress. So which cruise line’s private island is the BEST? Let’s break it down.
When it comes to cruising, there are a lot of rules you need to know. You need to know what’s allowed on the ship, what documents you need to sail, and what on the cruise line’s banned item list.
©Royal Caribbean | Enchantment of the Seas (Left) and Mariner of the Seas (Right)
Yes, that’s right! Cruise lines have banned item lists, so if you think you’re bringing it on board — think again! Royal Caribbean recently added a pretty popular item to its banned items list that might surprise some sailors.
Royal Caribbean confirmed it will build a new class of ships! The cruise line announced on January 29th that it had reached a series of agreements with Chantier de l’Atlantique (CdA) shipyard in Saint Nazaire, France, to build its highly anticipated Discovery Class ships.
Royal Caribbean | Enchantment of the Seas (Left) and Mariner of the Seas (Right)
Royal Caribbean stated that its Discovery Class ships will “redefine how Royal’s guests experience the world.” The agreement is for two firm ship orders, with the option for up to four additional ships. The first ship is expected to debut in 2029, with the second scheduled for delivery in 2032.
Listen up, cruisers — it just got easier to earn points while cruising!
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Royal Caribbean Group has some of the most popular sailings on the sea across its three cruise lines — Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, and Silversea. Now, no matter which one you choose to embark on a voyage with, you’ll have flexibility when you earn your points!
If you’re heading on a cruise this year, you might want to take some extra caution when it comes to your health and safety.
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This year, there have been multiple sickness outbreaks on cruises, and now, another is being added to the list. In the latest news, more than 90 passengers and crew members on a Royal Caribbean cruise ship have fallen ill with norovirus.
Is a cruise onboard one of Royal Caribbean’s ships WORTH skipping a Disney cruise?
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We’re giving you all the DEETS for this popular alternative cruise line TODAY, here on DFB Guide.
According to the Orlando Sentinel, Royal Caribbean has A LOT planned for its future! Royal Caribbean has planned new ships and destination openings as far out as 2028, and they recently shared some of their plans during a media sailing on the Star of the Seas.
Royal Caribbean — Enchantment of the Seas (Left) and Mariner of the Seas (Right)
Star of the Seas is the newest ship in Royal Caribbean’s Icon class (Icon of the Seas was the first ship in this class). Legend of the Seas will be joining the lineup in 2026, which was previously announced by Royal Caribbean. But Royal Caribbean talked a lot about its future plans on this media sailing, and we have all the details for you!
Cruises are supposed to be carefree, but there’s a brand-new rule that could seriously change how you plan your vacation budget.
Royal Caribbean — Enchantment of the Seas (Left) and Mariner of the Seas (Right)
If you’ve ever sailed on Royal Caribbean, you probably know that their drink packages are a huge part of the onboard experience. Whether you’re sipping poolside margaritas, grabbing an iced latte before a show, or toasting with wine at dinner, the beverage package makes it easy to indulge without stressing over the bill. But starting this year, Royal Caribbean has tightened up its rules in a way that might not sit well with every guest. If you’re booking a cruise soon, here’s the drink package update you absolutely need to know before you sail.
According to ABC News, a guest was injured onboard a Royal Caribbean cruise ship after a water slide malfunctioned.
Royal Caribbean — Enchantment of the Seas (Left) and Mariner of the Seas (Right)
The incident happened on August 7th, 2025. A water slide on Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas injured a guest when an acrylic glass panel broke off while the guest was using the slide.
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