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PLAN A CRUISE

Ready to book an unforgettable adventure? Here’s everything you need to plan a memory-maxing vacation.

There’s a whole world waiting to be explored, and you’re just a click away from an unforgettable journey. Whether you’re planning your vacation from scratch, ready to book or want financing options, we’ve made it easier than ever to plan and book your cruise vacation. Traveling with a group of friends or family, celebrating a special occasion, or looking to extend your stay in one of your favorite departure or arrival ports? All the information you need on how to plan your cruise is right here.

YOUR ULTIMATE CRUISE CHECKLIST

 

Your Travel Crew

Are you sailing with your significant other, your family, a group of friends or traveling solo? Browse our sailing options to find the perfect adventure for you.

Explore Our Ships

From the tallest slide at sea to spellbinding ice-skating performances, our adventure-packed fleet offers thrilling activities, world-class dining and incredible entertainment. Choose the ship that’s right for you.

Find a Departure Port

It’s easier than ever to visit your dream destinations. Kickstart your vacation right from your backyard, or choose an exciting port in another state.

Decide Your Itinerary & Book

You can’t go wrong with any itinerary you choose. Check out our weekend getaways and weeklong explorations. There are countless thrilling options.

Choose Your Destinations

The world’s boldest ships sail to nearly 300 destinations worldwide, with itineraries that put multiple checkmarks on your bucket list.

Prepare Your Travel Essentials

Already booked? Make the most out of your adventure by adding exciting shore excursions and deluxe drink packages. Be sure to also review packing tips and essential documents for seamless onboarding.

 

YOUR ULTIMATE CRUISE CHECKLIST

 

Your Travel Crew

Are you sailing with your significant other, your family, a group of friends or traveling solo? Browse our sailing options to find the perfect adventure for you.

Find a Departure Port

It’s easier than ever to visit your dream destinations. Kickstart your vacation right from your backyard, or choose an exciting port in another state.

Choose Your Destinations

The world’s boldest ships sail to nearly 300 destinations worldwide, with itineraries that put multiple checkmarks on your bucket list.

Explore Our Ships

From the tallest slide at sea to spellbinding ice-skating performances, our adventure-packed fleet offers thrilling activities, world-class dining and incredible entertainment. Choose the ship that’s right for you.

✔ Decide Your Itinerary & Book

You can’t go wrong with any itinerary you choose. Check out our weekend getaways and weeklong explorations. There are countless thrilling options.

 

Prepare Your Travel Essentials

Already booked? Make the most out of your adventure by adding exciting shore excursions and deluxe drink packages. Be sure to also review packing tips and essential documents for seamless onboarding.

 


GATHER YOUR TRAVEL CREW

Are you looking for a romantic escape, a family getaway, or the perfect way to celebrate a milestone occasion? When you plan a cruise trip with us, you’re choosing a vacation that will max out memories like never before. From gourmet globetrotting and awe-inspiring entertainment to one-of-a-kind thrills and sun-soaked itineraries — you can count on larger-than-life experiences for adventurers of all types.

A ROMANTIC COUPLES GETAWAY

Wander Rome’s ancient piazzas. Marvel at the sparkling azure light inside Capri’s Blue Grotto. Or savor mezes in a hillside taverna while magical colors fill the Santorini sky at sunset. And when you’re not exploring dreamy coastlines, fill your days at sea with endless romance — like intimate dining at specialty restaurants, pampering couples massages and date nights with show-stopping entertainment.

THRILLS FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY

Discover the ultimate thrill-topping family vacation. From unforgettable onboard experiences like catching a wave on the FlowRider® surf simulator to earning bragging rights on the tallest waterslide in North America at our private island, Perfect Day at CocoCay — this is the epic family getaway you’ve been waiting for.

THE MORE THE MERRIER

Nothing fuels bolder bonding like an epic adventure with your squad. Whether you want to go on a romantic Euro-hopping honeymoon, plan an epic milestone birthday bash at our private island in The Bahamas, or spot whales in wild Alaska with your work buddies — make memories that last a lifetime.

FIND A DEPARTURE PORT NEAR YOU

No one helps you plan a vacation with thrilling itineraries better than we do. Explore Caribbean sun-kissed shores with cruises from Florida, Texas and Cape Liberty. Discover the magic of the Last Frontier from Seattle and Vancouver. Or short escapes from L.A. The possibilities are endless — and our range of destinations is just one reason we’re the cruise line voted Best Overall year after year by Travel Weekly readers. Find the closest cruise ports near your aera.
 
Aerial View of Caribbean Bay
Aerial View of Caribbean Bay

FROM ESCAPES TO
EXPEDITIONS

No matter how many vacation days you have to play with, there’s an epic getaway with your name on it. Choose from 3- and 4-night thrill-filled cruises to nearby shores, or opt for more vacation destinations and time to make memories on a week-long wander.

it's time to win the weekend

Not all weekends are created equal. Max out every minute without maxing out your vacay days. Tropic trek to sun-kissed shores. Take your tastebuds on a delicious globetrotting tour. And do it all before Monday — on our game changing ships.

EXPLORE WEEKEND CRUISES

WANDER FOR A WEEK

Go off the grid entirely or stay on the beaten path and soak up everything each destination has to offer — on a week-long cruise, you set the schedule. No matter what’s on your itinerary, planning an unforgettable 7-night week long cruise is as stress-free as an afternoon at the beach.

EXPLORE 7 NIGHT WEEK LONG CRUISES

what to KNOW before
going on a cruise

Planning your dream cruise vacation is easier than ever. With our online booking engine, you’re just a click away from scoring the adventure of a lifetime. If this is your first time booking a cruise or if you prefer to speak to someone, we recommend reaching out to our friendly representatives or your favorite travel advisor — who will happily answer all your questions.

After you’ve booked your cruise, follow the checklist below to ensure a smooth sailing.

✔ Download our app on your phone to start planning your vacation, complete online check-in, browse shore excursions, and more.

✔ Then visit our Cruise Planner, your go-to place to score bold savings on onboard dining and beverage packages, as well as thrilling excursions.

✔ Check out our Travel Documents page, for a run down on everything you may need to bring on your trip.

✔ Have other general questions? Explore our frequently asked questions.


And if you don’t know what to pack or need inspiration for short trips, weeklong Caribbean getaways, or last-minute family vacation ideas, take a look at our useful vacation travel guides
Finally, be sure to read our Set Sail Guide, that details everything you need to know, from checking in, what to pack and more before your cruise.

 

CONVENIENCE
WE'RE HERE TO HELP

EXTEND YOUR STAY

Your vacation doesn’t have to end when you step off the ship. Royal Caribbean has partnered with hotels in select departure ports so you can save on stays before and after your cruise. Just contact the reservations department and choose from different packages designed to help you add more thrills to your getaway.

FROM CAR TO CRUISE

Ease in and out of your next cruise with transportation to and from your ship. You can pre-purchase airport shuttles, private transfers and even motor-coach travel on bus routes between major cities. When it comes to planning cruise vacations, we’ve done all the groundwork for a stress-free escape.

TRAVEL PROTECTION

Sometimes plans change. Make sure nothing gets in the way of your adventure with the Royal Caribbean® Travel Protection Program, which offers round-the-clock expert guest support, luggage and medical protection and coverage for travel delays and cancellations.


DISCOVER YOUR NEXT ADVENTURE

Download or print our digital brochure for even more information on itineraries, ships, adventures and how to book.

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