Wednesday, March 9, 2016
Friday, March 4, 2016
Tuesday, March 1, 2016
Accessible At Sea On A Royal Caribbean International Ship
  ACCESSIBILITY ONBOARDThere's a wonderful world of adventure awaiting you and there's no one that can bring it to life like Royal Caribbean International®. We've always believed that discovering and exploring the world around us is something that everyone should be able to enjoy, and over the years we've been an industry leader in providing the finest cruise vacation experience for all of our guests. | ||
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| To customize your accommodations to meet your specific needs, please complete the Guest Special Needs Form. For more information call our Access Department at (866) 592-7225 (voice), fax (954) 628-9622, send an e-mail to special_needs@rccl.com, or have your local travel agent or International Representative contact us. For additional assistance, feel free to ask for a Complaint Resolution Official (CRO). Our CROs have been trained and are aware of applicable U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) disability regulations as well as our policies and procedures regarding guests with disabilities. They will be glad to respond to your concerns. Our CROs are available at all U.S ports of departure and ships. | ||||||||||||||
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Friday, February 26, 2016
Our New Name Cruising Life Royal Caribbean International
As you may of noticed we have changed the name of our blog. We feel that it will help to make our blog more recognizable and represent what we are about.Cruising Life on Royal Caribbean International Ships.
We love this life and love that we have a company that support it guests.We hope you will enjoy our new direction of Charity work and sharing about our love of Royal Caribbean International!
We love this life and love that we have a company that support it guests.We hope you will enjoy our new direction of Charity work and sharing about our love of Royal Caribbean International!
Thursday, February 25, 2016
Cruising Life New Apparel Line
Here we go first roll out! Tee Shirts and Hoodies Men and Women Up to 4X! Reserve yours today!
Monday, February 15, 2016
Auditions to Appear On Drew Thomas's Transparent Show Coming to a City Near you!
2.15.2016
Official Press Release Drew Thomas Magic
- We need your help - Drew is looking for selfie videos from his fans - Make a short yet fun video introducing yourself - Then tell us why you’d like to be on stage to help Drew with an illusion? Tell us who you are and why you want to be on stage with Drew…be creative, be magical, be a little crazy. But most of all have fun! Make it now then text to 407-460-0068
Official Press Release Drew Thomas Magic
- We need your help - Drew is looking for selfie videos from his fans - Make a short yet fun video introducing yourself - Then tell us why you’d like to be on stage to help Drew with an illusion? Tell us who you are and why you want to be on stage with Drew…be creative, be magical, be a little crazy. But most of all have fun! Make it now then text to 407-460-0068
Tuesday, February 9, 2016
Official Press Release From We Love Royal Caribbean International About RCI Anthem of the Seas
Official Press Release 2.9.16
We Love Royal Caribbean International Blogs Facebook Cruise Groups and Facebook Pages
I want to let everyone know...that as far as I am concerned...which includes any groups blogs FB pages that I am in control of... I am supporting Royal Caribbean and The crew,staff and Captain of Anthem of the Sea. I believe if you have a long time friend like I have for Royal Caribbean you stand behind them in the their time of need. I think that the time of need is now for RCI Crew Staff and Captain! For me RCI is a real friend..not some online person I have never meet before. I have meet RCI many times and they have always excel in making sure I had a good time. As many in the media has decided to make headlines by bashing what RCI did...Well in a couple of days or weeks it will be forgotten because it no longer sells papers or drive people to their web sites ect. I know RCI takes it very seriously about safety of passengers...seen it many times. I have told all the members of WLRCI Board of Directors we will not panic or become nervous to talk about our love of RCI because of this. We will continue our day to day activities of supporting RCI and All her crew and staff and love of cruising and RCI. We will not abandon RCI any way shape or form. We worry and pray about all passengers crew and staff on Anthem and will continue to pray for their safe passage back to port.And we will continue to give updates of what's going on with Anthem. I just felt the need to let you know this does not shake our love for our favorite cruise line.
Thank you!
Jerry King
Saturday, February 6, 2016
The Men Who Founded RCCL.
Arne Wilhelmsen is a Norwegian businessman with a net worth of $1.6 billion. He is credited with co-founding one of the premier cruise companies in the world, the Royal Caribbean. The Royal Caribbean has 22 vessels in its kitty and organizes tours to 270 destinations across more than 70 countries. He is the 4th richest man in Norway and ranked #931 richest person in the world on the Forbes list.
The Harvard University graduate has a large stake in the cruise company although he has retired a long time ago. In 2003 his son Alex was made one of the Directors of the Royal Caribbean. Arne is also the owner of Linstow which is a large property development company in Norway. In 2008 Arne pocketed more than $500 million as China Oilfield Services acquired Awilco Offshore. He had a stake of 40% in the latter company which was ultimately sold for $2.5 billion.
Arne Wilhelmsen is now in his eighties and he has truly achieved a lot in his life. He is married and has 3 children. It is amazing to know that he started his career as a shipping broker and ultimately founded the Royal Caribbean which is a household name today. The name of the cruise company comes to mind again and again whenever you think of the lovely Caribbean cruises. In short, he has changed the world of luxury cruises.
May 12,2003- Stephan, 71, guided Royal Caribbean at its birth more than three decades
ago. In 1970, when the fledgling cruise line launched Song of Norway with an
expansive pool deck, it was the first ship designed specifically for warm-
weather cruising. It revolutionized the cruise industry; previous ships were
built for point-to-point ocean transport with far less open space.
Stephan was the cruise line's president from 1969 to 1996, when he became
vice chairman of the board of directors. At various times, he served as
general manager, CEO, president, and vice chairman.
"Ed is a man of great vision and tremendous warmth," said Richard D. Fain,
Royal Caribbean's Chairman and CEO. "He is universally well-liked, and his
influence is impossible to measure. Everyone at Royal Caribbean, and the
cruise industry as a whole, owes him a great debt. He is a founding father of
the modern cruise industry."
Stephan nurtured Royal Caribbean from an idea on paper in 1968 to a fleet
of 25 ships with global itineraries and revenues of $3.4 billion in 2002. He
previously worked in the hotel business in Florida, following military service
in Korea where he was a decorated artillery officer. In the 1960s, he joined
Yarmouth Steamship Company and later Commodore Cruise Line.
Stephan journeyed to Oslo, Norway, in 1968 with a dream that would become
Royal Caribbean. He had an idea for a ship designed especially for pleasure
cruises in the balmy Caribbean. In Oslo, he enlisted the support of three
Norwegian ship owners, and Royal Caribbean Cruise Line A/S was born January
31, 1969. He set up a two-room office in a stucco building at 853 Biscayne
Boulevard as work began in Finland on the 724-passenger Song of Norway, the
largest vessel ever built in Scandinavia. The 17,500-ton ship (one-eighth the
tonnage of Royal Caribbean's newest ship Navigator of the Seas) cost
$14.3 million and first sailed out of Miami November 7, 1970.
Stephan's "vision" included a glass-walled cocktail lounge cantilevered
from the funnel. When he told naval architects he wanted something like the
Space Needle in Seattle, they were skeptical. A rival cruise line predicted
it would shake right off the funnel. Instead, the Viking Crown Lounge became
a distinctive feature on all Royal Caribbean ships.
Under Stephan's leadership, Song of Norway was followed by other ships
representing historic shifts in nautical design. Sovereign of the Seas, for
example, in 1988, was the first ship with a soaring, five-deck atrium -- a
feature that has become integral to every ship built in the last 15 years.
"Even as he takes a well-deserved retirement, we will always be receptive
to his wise counsel," Fain said.
Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd. is a global cruise vacation company that
operates Royal Caribbean International and Celebrity Cruises, with a combined
total of 25 ships in service and three under construction. The company also
offers unique land-tour vacations in Alaska, Canada and Europe through its
cruise-tour division. Additional information can be found on
www.royalcaribbean.com, www.celebrity.com or www.rclinvestor.com.
SOURCE Royal Caribbean Cruises Ltd.
6 Ways To Have Fun (Spoil) Your Babies On Royal Caribbean Ships
6 Ways to Spoil Your Royal Baby Onboard with Us
As we wait in anticipation for the birth of the second royal baby, we thought it would also be the perfect time to celebrate your very own Royal babies, and help you spoil them whilst on holiday. From indulging in sweet delights, to making new friends and having fun with the other Royal babies and tots, holidays are the perfect time for treating your own princes and princesses. So, pick your destination, and start planning your family break today.
Introduce your baby to their favourite DreamWorks character
When it comes to films and TV shows, kids always have a character they fall for, and with our DreamWorks experience, you and your Royal babies can meet and make friends with some of your favourite characters. Have breakfast with Toothless the dragon from How to Train Your Dragon, and pose for photos with Alex and Melman from Madagascar. Alternatively, you can join Gloria the hippo in the H20 Zone, where you can all splash around together in the beautiful sunshine.
Enjoy a play date together
Here at Royal, we have a number of award-winning kids’ programmes available for children of all ages. Bring your little ones along to the Royal Babies playgroup, where you’ll both get to interact and learn in a stimulating and friendly environment. For your cheeky toddlers, head over to Royal Tots for a 45-minute play session, where you and your kids will get to learn and play in an imaginative and interactive way.
For your older kids, book them a place with the Adventure Ocean Youth Programme, which is available for children aged between three and eleven. Open from the morning until ten in the evening, your kids will get to have plenty of fun, whether they’re creating crafts or dancing at the disco.
Treat your kids to a game of mini golf
For an exciting family game that will get you out into the fresh air, treat your little ones to a morning of mini golf on Radiance of the Seas. As you wander over the grass, you’ll encounter a range of routes, which will include plenty of challenges for the more advanced players, and easier routes for younger kids. We wonder which member of your family will score the perfect birdie first.
Spoil your babies with delicious treats
If you really want to spoil your little prince and princess, indulge them with tasty delights from the onboard restaurants and cafés. For a great-tasting family meal, stop by Jamie Oliver’s Jamie’s Italian, where the kids’ menu is as fun as it is tasty. On top of that, your kids will also get the chance to make fresh pasta in the main kitchen, which is the perfect way to re-engage your little ones with brilliant food.
Alternatively, swing by Johnny Rockets, an American-style diner that offers up mouth-watering burgers, hot dogs and crispy fries. After the juicy burgers are gobbled up, treat your kids to a classic milkshake. They come in strawberry, chocolate and vanilla flavour, and are topped with whipped cream.
If you’re just looking for something between meals, you’ll be spoilt for choice. From our Ice Cream Parlour, to the Boardwalk Doughnuts, there are plenty of delicious snacks available day and night.
Take a family ride on the carousel
If you and your little family love visiting the fun fair, why not treat yourself and your kids to a ride on Oasis of the Seas’ colourful onboard carousel. Just like at the fun fair, you and your kids can ride up and down on brightly painted bears, zebras and horses, as you cheer and laugh along to the enchanting theme tune of this classic ride.
Have some family fun in the arcade
On top of all the exciting activities, you and your kids will also have the pick of the onboard arcade, which features on a majority of our ships. From winning on the penny slot machines, and grabbing toys on the claw machine, to racing cars on the driving games and teaming up on the air-hockey table, you and your kids won’t have time to be bored!
Want to know more about life onboard? Check out the many activities andentertainment you and your family can enjoy whilst on holiday with us.
Royal Caribbean International Clothing Myth Buster
Cruise Clothing Myth Buster
Cruise clothing has changed over the years. Gone are the days when ball gowns and tails filled a ship’s dining room, bar and even deck. Today you can take a stroll on deck in comfortable jeans and a T-shirt, but still enjoy all the glamour of dining on the high seas in a dinner jacket or evening dress.
All this can make picking your wardrobe a little daunting for the first time cruise passenger. But don’t worry, here at Royal Caribbean International we have created a handy guide to ensure you fill your suitcase with everything you need for an enjoyable and stylish cruise.
Modern cruise fashion is more casual than the past, with no need to balance on high heels or match your cuff-links to your tie when dining. We think comfort is an important part of travelling but we also know that getting dressed up every now and again makes us all feel a bit more special.
If all this cruise clothing chat is taking you back to your last Royal Caribbean holiday, we’d love to hear about what your favourite outfits were in the comments below. We asked guests on our Facebook page their thoughts on formal dining wear…
“I Just love dressing up and the evenings are so special.” - Avril Hill
“12 of us sailing on Enchantment in April- all the men will be suited in a tux and were all excited to dress up!” - Gina Lewis
“Love formal nights, and to think, on my first cruise, I said no way I am dressing up. Now when packing, my formal gear is first thing in suitcase” - Terry McHugh
All this can make picking your wardrobe a little daunting for the first time cruise passenger. But don’t worry it’s all just a matter of choice and a little bit of forward planning. Let us explain…
How ‘formal’ is formal cruise clothing?
We don’t have strict rules on cruise clothing, so what you wear really is up to you. Even our optional ‘formal nights’ have flexible dress codes. Whether you want to wear a full tuxedo, ball gown or keep it simple with a buttoned-down shirt and tie or a dress, it’s all acceptable. We think it’s the perfect opportunity to do our hair up, slip on some heels and bring out that jeweled clutch handbag that has been at the back of the wardrobe for years.
Men – if you feel your suit won’t cut it, you can hire a tuxedo on board the ship. On a 7-night cruise there are normally two optional ‘formal dining’ nights, but also plenty of other casual restaurants to try to suit your taste.
What is smart casual dining wear?
This can include a blazer/jacket, trousers (including khaki), a tie or just a collared-shirt but you won’t see shorts, jeans or t-shirts for men in the main dining room during dinner. Smart casual looks for women include dresses and trouser suits. A great option is to wear a more casual dress and jazz it up with accessories.
What about casual dining wear?
So you’ve packed your cruise ship casual (long floaty skirts and nautical vests or comfy jeans and t-shirts) but what to wear for a casual dinner? We see women mainly opt for sundresses, casual skirts, blouses or trousers for casual dining, while men choose trousers (no shorts) and polo shirts. Think classic holiday evening wear.
Of course, not every evening meal needs to be such an event and casual dining options can fill that gap. We recommend plates of pizza, a feast of Mexican fare or some tasty seafood snacks fresh from the ocean for a laid-back family meal with no fuss.
For those of us wanting to kick back on holiday, try the Windjammer restaurant where all cruise clothing is accepted. As long as it’s not swimwear and you’ve got shoes on, then wear what you like as long as you’re decent!
Friday, February 5, 2016
Saturday, January 30, 2016
A RCI Love Story that needs help.
Click here to see Kristina's and Andre Story
Andre and Kristina's Story! Please watch our video "What happens when two people from different countries fall in love? " Hi Everyone! We are Andre and Kristina. We met just under two years ago working onboard the Oasis of the Sea's for Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines. We didn't expect to meet our best friend and are so blessed to have found eachother. Unfortunately 16734km/ 10398m separates us as Andre is from Jamaica and Kristina, Australia. We want the opportunity to have a future together in the same country. However neither of us are legally allowed to live/work or stay in eachothers country. It has been the most difficult thing to overcome. "Love has no boundaries, but ours has borders" We would love the opportunity to apply for our Australian partner VISA however there is one thing stopping us, the VISA application fee of $6865. We have managed to save up almost half of it but only have a few weeks left to try to come up with the rest of the money and we would really appreciate a helping hand. We hope to raise $3000 to cover the remaining costs of our application fee. Please help us if you can. Being able to apply for this VISA would mean the absolute world to us. We just can't express how your donation could change our lives forever. Thankyou so much for taking the time to watch and read our story. Andre and Kristina "Thankyou for giving us the opportunity to spend the rest of our lives together. Never take the one you love for granted"
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