9 things Royal Caribbean Pros do that you should do

Don’t forget your heavy duty magnetic hooks! 😂😂

At 4:36, I see myself and my wife in the background in the pub. I cant believe it. Too bad I didn't see you. Thanks for the videos.

I check in online as SOON as it allows me to BUT I like to get in the ship as LATE as possible. When I was a new cruiser I used to RUSH to get on the ship ONLY to be bored out of my mind waiting to get into my room which normally isn't ready until the afternoon. The first day is so crowded and chaotic that all I want to do is get on the ship, do my muster and go to my room. There's no rush to go to the bar or eat a hamburger or explore the ship. I have an entire week to do that. Plus, I am so tired after traveling. I travel solo so I normally have ZERO problems waiting to book dinner or shows after the crowd has died down.

Tips for cruising with a baby: 1. Bring a travel crib. The cribs provided by RC are absolutely terrible. 2. Request to have infant/babies gratuities removed (as suggested by RC). 3. Bring noise blocking headphones for your baby. All the shows are way too loud. 4. Some strollers such as Uppababy Vista will not fit through the cabin door, so you’ll need to remove a rear wheel every time you go in/out.

Hey Matt, been on 60 RC cruises since 2001. Only need 200 points to Pinnacle. Love Royal..tried other lines, but stayed Loyal to Royal. The crew really go above and beyond 😂😂

I joined a Facebook travel group that had a specific title for RC Wonder of the Seas and with my sail date. The people in the group were very helpful and shared great information for my cruise planning. The group was a life saver!

I prefer to book my own cruise. Everything else I agree with you on.

that slice of pizza at the start made me want to fast forward 15 days to my next cruise

Book your next cruise while onboard! You get to pick your room and not pay for that, plus you will get some onboard stateroom credits along with a lower price.

I try to board as late as possible because I want to go straight into the room.

Make friends with a Royal employee and have them give you a friends and family discount code.. you get an additional 20% off after all other promos have been applied!!

Hey Matt. I'm going on Harmony in 3 days! Super excited cause I will be hitting Diamond + after 2 days on it! Super excited! As for a Tip. I'd say make sure to wear Sunscreen if you go outside to do anything. Every cruise, I've seen soo many people that have gotten such horrible sunburns on the 1st day. Another is get those gel pad insoles for your shoes. You will find yourself doing so much walking on it with all the activities and sights on the ship alone. They will help so much with all the walking you will do.

If you are in a suite, the Suite Concierge will make specialty reservations for you prior to embarkation day.

Absolutely 100% agree on all points..

I agree with all of these tips, except the TA. I prefer to manage it myself.

I was able to book all my dining reservations before even boarding the ship in the terminal last year it was great!!

1. Always purchase packages before cruises and be diligent about reading the RC emails for price drops. 2. When at port, find a good driver to take you to excursions and non mainstream restaurants/shops. A good driver knows the good places to go.

My top tip is LISTEN TO MATT😂

Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

2 days till Symphony 😮‍💨