Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast

On this week’s show, we’re explaining the different classes of ships in Royal Caribbean’s fleet.  Royal Caribbean’s fleet is comprised of 21 ships and they’re not all the same.  Let’s look at the different classes of Royal Caribbean cruise ships and explain the similarities and differences among them.  We will talk about what’s unique about the ships, what sort of itineraries you typically see with each class.Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...Twitter: @therclblogFacebook: /royalcaribbeanblogEmail: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.comLeave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6

On this week’s show, we’re sharing stories and experiences from our first Royal Caribbean cruise.  It’s not just my story, I’ll be sharing stories from our readers’ first Royal Caribbean cruise too because this podcast is about our listeners.  We will talk about what we liked and what kept us coming back again and again to Royal Caribbean.  We will also have more listener feedback, including LOTS of comments on last week’s show about Royal Caribbean’s unlimited drink packages. Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...Twitter: @therclblogFacebook: /royalcaribbeanblogEmail: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.comLeave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6Show NotesMessage board thread sharing first time Royal Caribbean storiesRoyal Caribbean Blog Group Cruise information on Quantum of the Seas

On this week’s show, we’re going to discuss a topic that I’m pretty sure I get the most questions about on a regular basis at RoyalCaribbeanBlog.com and that is the unlimited alcohol packages.  This relatively new offering by Royal Caribbean has lots of people asking questions about what the plan covers, who can get it and of course, is it worth it.  Let’s explore all of this and get to more of your feedback. Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...Twitter: @therclblogFacebook: /royalcaribbeanblogEmail: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.comLeave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6Show NotesRoyal Caribbean Beverage PackagesAnswers to all of your unlimited alcohol package questionsShould you buy the unlimited alcohol packages?

On this week’s show, I’ve recently returned from my Royal Caribbean cruise on Jewel of the Seas and want to share with all of you my experience onboard as we take an in-depth look at Jewel of the Seas and the southern Caribbean itinerary we sailed on.   We’ll explore what the ship has to offer, what we did on the islands and review my experience overall.Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...Twitter: @therclblogFacebook: /royalcaribbeanblogEmail: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.comLeave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6Show NotesJewel of the Seas live blog Matt wrote

If I had to pick, I would say the most exciting day for any Royal Caribbean cruise would have to be embarkation day and on this week’s episode that’s all we’re talking about.  Let’s explore the first day of your cruise including arriving at the port, the check in process, what to do when you get onboard, exploring the ship and other fun things to do on your first day aboard.  So let’s wipe away the tears of joy and here we go…Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...Twitter: @therclblogFacebook: /royalcaribbeanblogEmail: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.comLeave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6Show NotesCruising 101: Arrival DayRoyal Caribbean Classic: Honey Stung ChickenRoyal Caribbean Beverage PackagesRoyal Caribbean Secrets: HelipadSubscribe to RoyalCaribbeanBlog PodcastYou can subscribe to us via...iTunesGoogleRSS

I’m really excited for this week’s podcast episode because at the end of this week, I will be taking my next Royal Caribbean cruise vacation on the beautiful Jewel of the Seas.  I want to take you on the cruise with me, virtually anyway, and preview my cruise on Jewel of the Seas and the Southern Caribbean itinerary I’m taking.  We will look at why I booked this cruise, take a closer look at Jewel of the Seas, the islands we are visiting and review some plans we have for the trip. Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...Twitter: @therclblogFacebook: /royalcaribbeanblogEmail: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.comLeave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6Show NotesJewel of the Seas live blog begins hereMatt's live blog from Freedom of the Seas earlier this yearSubscribe to RoyalCaribbeanBlog PodcastYou can subscribe to us via...iTunesGoogleRSS

Shore excursions are an integral part of any Royal Caribbean cruise, allowing guests the opportunity to explore the ports of call their ship visits.  There’s a multitude of options to choose from starting with booking a shore excursion directly through Royal Caribbean or going out on your own to book it yourself.  This week, let’s look into why or why not you might want to book your next shore excursion with Royal Caribbean or with an independent company.  We will share experiences with both and what might work best for you and your party.Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...Twitter: @therclblogFacebook: /royalcaribbeanblogEmail: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.comLeave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6Show NotesHow to book Royal Caribbean's excursionsHow to book third party excursionsResearch shore excursions onCruise CriticTripAdvisorComidas Caseras TonitaMaya Chan BeachSubscribe to RoyalCaribbeanBlog PodcastYou can subscribe to us via...iTunesGoogleRSS

On this week’s show, we’re going to look at one of Royal Caribbean’s most popular ships, Freedom of the Seas.  Having sailed on Freedom a number of times, I know first hand just how great this ship is and I’ve invited my friend Mike Rahlmann to join me to talk everything Freedom of the Seas.  We’re sharing our favorite spots on board, the fun things to do onboard and discuss where she sails.  I have lots more of your listener feedback to share as well. Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...Twitter: @therclblogFacebook: /royalcaribbeanblogEmail: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.comLeave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6Show NotesCruising 101: Everything Freedom of the SeasMatt's Freedom of the Seas Live Blog from February 2013Freedom of the Seas Video BlogsCruising 101: When to book your cruiseAnswers to all of your unlimited alcohol package questionsSubscribe to RoyalCaribbeanBlog PodcastYou can subscribe to us via...iTunesGoogleRSS

Welcome to the Royal Caribbean Blog podcast, a weekly look into the world of Royal Caribbean cruising.  I’m your host, Matt Hochberg and this is episode number 4.  On this week’s show, we’re taking a trip down to the Caribbean for a trip to Royal Caribbean’s private island of Labadee.  This little piece of paradise has become an iconic Royal Caribbean port of call and is among my favorite places to go to.  Let’s talk about the beaches in Labadee, shore excursions while in Labadee and everything else there is to do while on shore.  And, we also have more of your listener feedback to share.Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...Twitter: @therclblogFacebook: /royalcaribbeanblogEmail: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.comLeave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6Show NotesFirst timer's guide to LabadeeCabanas at Barefoot Beach reviewLabadoozie reviewSubscribe to RoyalCaribbeanBlog PodcastYou can subscribe to us via...iTunesGoogleRSS

Welcome Royal Caribbean fans to our next step in this weekly look into the world of Royal Caribbean cruising. I’m your host, Matt Hochberg and this is episode number 3.On this week’s show, we’re going BIG! And by that, I mean we’re going to take a look at Royal Caribbean’s biggest and arguably most amazing cruise ship that they have ever built, Oasis of the Seas.    This mammoth ship is as revolutionary as it is enormous and it has single handedly transformed what we think of when it comes to a cruise ship.  Beci Mahnken of MEI Travel joins me to look at the innovations Oasis introduced, things to do and see if you’re cruising on her and its legacy as possibly the best ship ever.  I will also share with you some more listener feedback that I’ve received via email, twitter and facebook.  Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...Twitter: @therclblogFacebook: /royalcaribbeanblogEmail: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.comLeave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYA

Welcome to the Royal Caribbean Blog podcast, a weekly look into the world of Royal Caribbean cruising.  I’m your host, Matt Hochberg and this is episode number 2.  This week, let’s take a look at one of the biggest areas of change across Royal Caribbean’s fleet of ships: the specialty restaurants. In my opinion, the dining aspect for the Royal Caribbean passenger has changed the most over the last ten years or so and it continues to become more and more of a focal point when going on a cruise.  Let’s look at the role specialty restaurants offer guests now, the various options to choose from and where dining aboard Royal Caribbean is going in the future.  Of course, we’re going to have talk about our favorite places to eat as well.  And before this episode is over, I’m going to share with all of you some of the amazing feedback I’ve received from all of you. Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...Twitter: @therclblogFacebook: /royalcaribbeanblogEmail:&

Welcome to the RoyalCaribbeanBlog Podcast with your host, Matt Hochberg! This is the first in what will be a weekly series exploring what’s new and exciting at Royal Caribbean, helping you plan your Royal Caribbean vacation,  and sharing our passion for cruising with all of you.On this episode, I will introduce myself and talk about the vision I have for this podcast, including the sorts of shows you can expect as well as how YOU are invited to be a part of the fun every week.Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...Twitter: @therclblogFacebook: /royalcaribbeanblogEmail: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.comLeave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6Subscribe to RoyalCaribbeanBlog PodcastYou can subscribe to us via...iTunesGoogleRSS