Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast

Let’s go back to Europe this week as we welcome back our friend Donal, who returned from his Liberty of the Seas western Mediterranean cruise. We will discuss what Donal and his family did on Liberty of the Seas, what they liked and how their port adventures went. Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via... Twitter:  @therclblog Facebook:  /royalcaribbeanblog Email: ...

Going on a Royal Caribbean cruise is always exciting but this week I get to preview my upcoming cruise aboard Royal Caribbean’s brand new Quantum of the Seas. This pre-inaugural 2-night event is a glimpse at everything this new ship has to offer and it’s my opportunity to get a first-hand look at the ship and report back to all of you all of the experiences onboard. Let’s preview what my plans are...

Royal Caribbean has been a market leader in how it has implemented technology aboard its cruise ships and with Quantum of the Seas already nicknamed the technology ship, I wanted to look back at Royal Caribbean’s history of tech innovation and who better than Royal Caribbean’s Chief Information Officer, Bill Martin. Bill has been working at Royal Caribbean for over 30 years and has had his hand in...

A common question I get on this podcast is what’s the difference between Royal Caribbean and sister company Celebrity Cruises. I’ve enlisted the help of one of our podcast listeners to dive into what Royal Caribbean has in common with Celebrity and how they differ to help you figure out which cruise line you might be interested in going on next. It’s a great discussion into what each cruise line o...

You’ve asked for it and so this week, we’re looking at how a European cruise compares to cruises from North America. One of our listeners is joining me to discuss his upcoming European cruise as well as compare other European cruises to cruises across the pond and what the differences are. It’s a very interesting look at what to expect if you take a cruise out of the old world. Share with me your...

With over 40 restaurants across Royal Caribbean’s fleet, there are choices for every palate and budget, with some of the best options being at specialty restaurants. For just a few dollars extra, you can have a great dining experience, so this week, we share our Top Five Specialty Restaurants on Royal Caribbean. Hopefully we'll introduce you to some new options you might not have thought of before...

When we take a Royal Caribbean cruise, we take a great deal of time planning for our vacation. Which ship we sail on, which restaurants to eat at, and what we will do and see. And while we are there, whether it be alone, or with family and friends, we try to capture the moments, memories, details and stories that we want to save and share but unfortunately most of us are not professional photograp...

These days everyone is more connected than ever online and Royal Caribbean is included too. I’ve invited my good friend Joe Tolley to talk about Royal Caribbean’s social media presence and how my favorite cruise line ranks among others in the cruise industry. We’ll look at Twitter, Facebook, InstaGram and other ways Royal Caribbean is using social media to connect with cruisers. Share with me your...

I’m honored this week to have on the podcast one of the designers that helped create the Two70 space on Quantum of the Seas, Tim Magill. Tim and his team worked very hard at making Two70 into a truly innovative space that will WOW guests. Tim sat down with me to discuss how he and his team took up this challenge and take us behind the scenes of how Two70 is created. Share with me your thoughts, qu...

Back in episode 54 we previewed listener Danielle Perry’s first cruise on Royal Caribbean and this week, Danielle has returned to share how her family cruise was and if she has become a Royal Caribbean fan. We’ve also got lots of great emails to share. Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via... Twitter:  @therclblog Facebook:  /royalcaribbeanblog Email:  matt@royalca...

This week we get to explore a great Caribbean port that many Royal Caribbean ships sail to and even depart from, San Juan, Puerto Rico. Let’s discuss the many things to do in San Juan, where to stay, where to eat and why this is such a great port to visit. Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via... Twitter:  @therclblog Facebook:  /royalcaribbeanblog Email:  matt@roy...

We’re discussing the BIG news from Royal Caribbean this week all about the technology aboard Quantum of the Seas. It’s an impressive array of innovations and it’s kind of thing that could revolutionize how we cruise going forward. I want to talk about each new piece of tech coming onboard the ship and share how amazing Quantum of the Seas looks to be. Share with me your thoughts, questions and com...

There’s so much to do on a Royal Caribbean cruise, whether it’s a favorite spot to sit and relax or a restaurant that is unlike any other in the fleet.  Maybe it’s somewhere the kids can spend hours at or it’s just somewhere you and your family love to go again and again. Well this week, we are going to start a new series listing the top 5 things to do on a Royal Caribbean destination and ask...

Cruising on your first Royal Caribbean cruise is always a challenge and this week we have first time Royal Caribbean cruiser Danielle Perry with us to preview her upcoming cruise on Allure of the Seas. We will talk about what brought her to Royal Caribbean and what her plans are for her and her family. Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via... Twitter:  @therclblog Facebook:&...

I love to have our listeners be a part of this podcast so on this week’s show, we’re talking with one of our podcast listeners, Dr. Kris Leppien-Christensen , who is taking a cruise on Royal Caribbean’s Jewel of the Seas. We’re going to preview Kris’ cruise as well as discuss the adventure of taking kids on a Royal Caribbean cruise. Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via... Twitte...

Our one year anniversary podcast episode was a LIVE broadcast where our listeners called in to discuss the "debate" of interior versus balcony staterooms. Is it worth it to spend the money for a balcony stateroom or save the cash and get an inside cabin or ocean view?  Does the extra space a balcony stateroom affords make it worth it?  Matt and our listeners debate. Share with me your th...

When it comes to tipping and gratuity, there’s a lot of questions out there so this week we’re going to talk all about tipping on your Royal Caribbean cruise. Who gets it, how much, why and more helpful tips for figuring out this way to reward the excellent service you will encounter both onboard and on shore. Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via... Twitter:  @therclblog Fa...

Authors Len Testa and Laurel Stewart are back from their first Royal Caribbean cruise and this week we are comparing experiences on Royal Caribbean to Disney Cruise Line and which aspects of the cruise experience each company does better at. I think you will find the results surprising for how Royal Caribbean stacked up. Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via... Twitter:  @th...

I really love eating on Royal Caribbean cruises and one of my newly discovered favorite Royal Caribbean specialty restaurants deserves its own show as I take time this week to review and explore everything about Sabor Modern Mexican. Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via... Twitter:  @therclblog Facebook:  /royalcaribbeanblog Email:  matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com Lea...

One of the major reasons to take a Royal Caribbean cruise is to relax and aboard all the ships in Royal Caribbean’s fleet, there are plenty of places to do just that. This week, I will share my favorite spots for a little peace and quiet if you’re looking for good places to take a break. Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via... Twitter:  @therclblog Facebook:  /royalcar...

This week we’re going to take an in-depth look at Royal caribbean’s cruise compass. What is it, what’s in it and how can you best take advantage of it to plan your day. We also will feature your emails and I have a special announcement to share! Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via... Twitter:  @therclblog Facebook:  /royalcaribbeanblog Email:  matt@royalcaribbean...

You've probably heard by now all about Royal Caribbean’s brand new shows and entertainment coming to Quantum of the Seas but you know, I wanted to dive a little deeper into what we can expect. So this week I’m so excited to welcome Royal Caribbean’s Vice President of Entertainment Nick Weir onto the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast to talk all about these new shows and give everyone listening an idea...

If you’re considering a Royal Caribbean cruise to the Caribbean in the summer or fall, it may sound like a great idea but you should be very aware of hurricane season and how it can or cannot impact your cruise vacation. Lots of our listeners struggle with the decision to chance a cruise this time of year so this week, we’re going to discuss the pros and cons of taking a cruise during hurricane se...

This week I’m inviting on one of my very good friends, Len Testa and Laurel Stewart, who are taking their very first Royal Caribbean cruise on Allure of the Seas. Len and Laurel are veterans of another cruise line so this jump to Royal is an opportunity to discuss their previous experiences and what makes Royal Caribbean different. Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via... Twitter...

One big push Royal Caribbean is going with these days is providing internet access while at sea. Some people find it really useful while others prefer to stay unconnected. Regardless, more internet access is available to cruise guests all the time and this week, we’re going to look at how you can get connected while at sea and what the future may hold as well. Share with me your thoughts, question...