Cruise Shows: A Guide To Booking Your Onboard Entertainment

How To Book Shows On Royal Caribbean Cruises

For those wondering what’s included on a cruise, onboard entertainment is one of the best ways to enjoy your vacation at no extra cost. Many activities and shows are included in your cruise fare, but some require reservations.

Follow these simple steps to book entertainment on Royal Caribbean cruises:

1. Confirm your sailing: Log in to My Royal Cruise or the Royal App.

2. Check which shows require pre-booking: The ice shows, aqua shows, comedy shows, Two70® technology spectaculars and Broadway shows Royal Caribbean offers may require tickets.

3. Reserve your tickets: Select preferred dates and times for must-see shows.

4. Plan other activities: Pre-book excursions, spa treatments and optional dining experiences.

5. Check standby options: If shows sell out, some performances allow standby seating; check the Royal App schedule.

6. Keep track of timing: Book as early as the first day of the month before your sailing or about a month from boarding for the best selection.

Bonus: Early bookings can increase your chances of promotional discounts or bundled deals.

Find Shows Available For Advance Booking On Select Ships

Shows that allow pre-booking on select ships include:

● Anthem of the Seas®.

● Odyssey of the Seas®.

● Ovation of the Seas®.

● Quantum of the Seas®.

● Spectrum of the Seas®.

● Allure of the Seas®.

● Harmony of the Seas®.

● Oasis of the Seas®.

● Symphony of the Seas®.

● Utopia of the Seas®.

● Wonder of the Seas®.

● Icon of the Seas®.

● Legend of the Seas℠.

● Star of the Seas℠.

● Hero of the Seas℠.

Other ships, including Freedom of the Seas®, Voyager of the Seas®, Radiance of the Seas® and Vision Class ships, don’t require reservations for shows. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Excursions And Other Cruise Activities To Reserve Early

For cruisers who like to plan ahead, live shows are just the beginning. Pre-booking dining and shore excursions helps you make the most of your time on the ship and at each port.

Enhance your cruise experience with:

● Royal Signature Excursions^SM: Explore a collection of shore excursions in the Caribbean, Alaska and Europe.

● Specialty dining packages: Access select restaurants ahead of time.

● Beverage packages: Consider tiered options for soda, mocktails and spirits.

● Wi-Fi packages: Stay connected at sea.

There are several Royal Caribbean cruise ship shows worth booking early, including:

● inTENse on Wonder of the Seas®: Divers and aerialists performing on tightropes and plunging into the deepest pool at sea.

● All In! on Utopia of the Seas^SM: A Royal Theater original production and musical journey from Studio 54 to Burning Man.

Families And Groups Booking Shows, Dining And Excursions Together

Pre-booking shows and excursions is useful for any guest, but it’s especially valuable for families and groups. Reserving group activities ensures everyone can enjoy experiences together. It also makes it easier to plan smaller group activities in advance, avoiding last-minute changes when you’re on the ship. 

The idea of pre-booking for a group can feel overwhelming, but it's generally pretty simple. Royal Caribbean offers two easy options:

1. Through My Royal Cruise.

2. By phone with a customer service agent.

Each guest must use their individual reservation number to join group bookings. Once the organizer has everyone’s number, they can reserve activities, dining and shows for the whole group. For groups of 40 guests or more, Royal Caribbean also provides a dedicated email for arrangements.

When it comes to standout activities, there’s something for every thrill level:

● Crown’s Edge® on Icon of the Seas®: An adrenaline-pumping obstacle course at sea that challenges even the bravest.

● Absolute Zero® ice shows: Enjoy dazzling performances for all ages in the largest ice arena at sea; complimentary with a reservation.

● RipCord® by iFLY® on Spectrum of the Seas®: A skydiving simulator at sea that delivers the thrill of free-fall to guests of all experience levels.

Start Planning Your Royal Caribbean Entertainment And Excursions

Seasoned cruisers know that booking in advance saves time and, often, money. You also:

● Get the best selection of dining times.

● Secure spots on popular excursions.

● Potentially access deals on ship and shore activities.

At the same time, your plan stays flexible. Instead of spending time at guest services, you can sail away knowing your vacation is carefully mapped out for maximum enjoyment.

Part of the fun of a Royal Caribbean cruise is seeing where the day takes you, but for the experiences you don’t want to miss, pre-booking excursions guarantees those once-in-a-lifetime moments.

Access your My Royal Cruise account or the Royal App about a month from boarding to confirm dining, cruise ship shows and optional excursions before they sell out. These tools also make it easy to explore cruise deals, live entertainment and ship activities before you even set sail.

If you’re struggling with online booking, the Royal Customer Service Team is ready to help by phone at 1-866-562-7625