Celebrating Your 50th Anniversary on a Cruise

Discover the best vacation trip ideas for celebrating a 50th anniversary cruise. Learn how celebration cruises can provide unique experiences with hassle-proof planning — whether your perfect means a romantic rendezvous for two or you want to bring a whole crew of family and friends to mark your special day. Endless entertainment, delish dining (with no dishes to wash!), activities tailored to every taste and included childcare on Royal Caribbean cruise vacations bring everyone together in the mood to celebrate.

Cruises Make the Best Golden Anniversary Celebrations

Parties can be exhausting to plan. Sail away from stress on a floating 50th Anniversary Cruise celebration where everything is planned for you. Simply pick your dates and spread the word. The real gift is quality time with the ones you love. Booking a cruise for your 50th anniversary gives you foolproof included access to Broadway-style shows, a multi-course dinner tailored to every partygoer’s taste and live music to dance the night away.

Here’s just a taste of what you can enjoy:

● Ready-made romance with blues, jazz, Latin and ballroom bands ready to play your song, champagne chilling and a florist on speed dial from your cabin.

● No guests offering regrets due to childcare issues — it’s included for young sailors from 3-17 with qualified nanny-care available for the 0-3 set.

● Tricky dietary restrictions? From vegan to gluten sensitive to sugar-free, ship chefs have seen it all and take it in stride with something perfect for every palate.

● Wish you could memorialize the moment? Ship photographers are there in a flash for formal shoots while the whole family is together or to catch candid moments.

8 Best 50th Anniversary Cruise Vacation Ideas

1. The Bahamas

2. The Mexican Riviera

3. Alaska

4. Mediterranean or Greek Isles

From lemon groves in Naples, masterpieces adorning the Vatican (and a shot at spotting “il Papa” himself), garlic-laden pastas served under the shadow of the Leaning Tower of Pisa or the captivating ruins of Pompeii — Italy beckons. Sweeten the trip by adding in a shopping trip past supercars, yachts and Monaco’s casino, medieval maze of Montenegro’s Kotor old village, glowing azure of Malta’s Blue Grotto and impressive gothic marvel of Gaudi’s Sagrada Familia in Barcelona.

If the perfect 50th anniversary cruise sounds Greek to you, head for ancient sites where history began, craggy volcanic hillsides covered with glowing white and blue homes and churches, crystal clear royal blue seas, golden shores dotted with cabanas and some of the world’s best cuisine — opa! What’s not to love?

5. Southern Caribbean

6. South Pacific

7. Western Caribbean

8. New England/Canada

Get the Royal Treatment for Your 50th Anniversary

Royal Caribbean brings out the big fun for anniversaries. From specialized decor to gourmet treats to celebration solutions for multi-generation travel, you can relax with all of the elements of the best celebration ever covered. Choose a cruise to make your special occasion one you’ll never forget.

The Royal Caribbean Luxury Anniversary Package with Moët

A Golden Anniversary deserves the best. Opt for the luxe package through Royal Gifts and you can enjoy:

● Multiple hanging ceiling decorations.

● A magnetic door banner.

● A mirror cling.

● A wire photo cable with clips to personalize with meaningful pics.

● A photo frame perfect for your favorite wedding shot.

● Nine chocolate-covered strawberries.

● A chilled bottle of excellent Moët & Chandon champagne.

Celebration Table and Specialty Dining

If you brought your whole crew for your 50th, the VIP experience of the Celebration Table is set to celebrate. The exclusive, private dining option for up to 14 guests features multi-course family meals personalized to your taste, with a private lounge reception kick-off.

Sailing solo with your love? Splurge on a speciality dining experience at one of the ship’s unique offerings or try an intimate Chef’s Table five-course gastronomy experience. Try Chops Grille℠, with its specialty cuts and white cloth service, or Izumi Hibachi & Sushi® if you want a flash of fun for your feast.

Royal Entertainment Creates the Best Anniversary Date

If you were to plan your best anniversary date ever, would it be taking in a jazz and blues set, dancing to Latin beats or taking a whirl around a ballroom? Attending a Broadway show after a sunset-accompanied sumptuous gourmet dinner? Perhaps simply lounging hand-in-hand under the stars with your love, talking about the amazing life you’ve built together? Check, check, check. On Royal Caribbean, you don’t need to choose; incredible couple experiences are included with your cruise.

Royal Kids’ Clubs Help Save the Date, with 0-17 Child Care

A tricky element of planning any big celebration is keeping the kids engaged and happy. Kids’ clubs so fabulous you’ll be dragging them away await, with new friends and activities angled to every type of kid. Even the most sophisticated teen will be swayed by the tech’d out gaming lounges and social spaces with elements like smoothie bars, silent discos, movie hang spots and cubbies to tuck into with a book or PlayStation controller.

Plan Your Perfect 50th Anniversary Cruise Vacation

When it's time to choose your cruise, consider the departure port and ease of travel for a large group. If your anniversary falls outside of school breaks or during seasonal weather concerns, use the day to announce a group trip in which you can conveniently celebrate together.

Book early to ensure cabins can be secured in close proximity. Consider the “neighborhood” and convenience to kids clubs, dining options, entertainment and whether the action right outside the cabin is too exciting for little ones to settle.

Travel insurance is a great idea. Royal Caribbean makes it easy with a simple check of a box when booking your cruise. Royal Caribbean Travel Protection offers peace of mind:

● Cancellation coverage.

● Trip interruption coverage.

● Travel delay coverage.

● Medical coverage.

● Luggage protection.

● 24/7 emergency assistance.

Celebrate Good Times on a Royal Caribbean Anniversary Cruise