Royal Caribbean - What’s Included with My Cruise?

The most popular Royal Caribbean cruise questions we get asked is “what is included with my cruise?” and this is a question we can most definitely answer for you all!

Royal Caribbean cruises include entertainment, dining, and will take you to different ports, but are they truly all-inclusive?

The idea of paying one price and then having your entire vacation taken care of is certainly appealing to a lot of travelers. However, when compared to an “all-inclusive” resort in the Caribbean, cruises are not technically all inclusive, but they do include a tremendous amount of value for the cost.

Royal Caribbean's pricing model has traditionally been to include a base experience, then allow guests to pay for add-ons they they want.

Despite the fact they are not all-inclusive, a Royal Caribbean cruise still packs a lot to enjoy, including:

• Your stateroom

• Complimentary meal service throughout the cruise for all meals and snacks

• Activities and things to do onboard the ship

• Supervised programming for children and teens

• Fitness center

• Sports activities

• Pools and outdoor amenities

• Royal Caribbean's app

• Perfect Day at CocoCay (on select sailings)

The exact list of what is included depends on your ship, itinerary, and stateroom you choose, but you can absolutely go on a cruise and never spend another penny on extras.

INCLUDED BEVERAGE:

• Water (not bottled)

• Flavored water

• Lemonade

• Tea

• Iced tea

• Coffee

• Hot chocolate

• Fruit juice (only at breakfast)

INCLUDED DINING:

• Main Dining Room – Formal restaurant

• Windjammer – Casual restaurant

• Mini Bites – Poolside snacks

• Dog House – Hot dog stand

• Cafe Promenade – Cafe food

• Sorrento’s – Pizza slices

• Noodle Bar – Fast food noodles

• Vitality Cafe – Healthy breakfasts and lunches

• Cafe @ Two70 – Cafe food

• El Loco Fresh – Casual Mexican restaurant

• Splashaway Cafe – Kids’ poolside snacks

• Coastal Kitchen – Only for suite guests and Pinnacle Club members

• Room service – Only continental breakfast items are free

The reality is most people will opt to purchase some add-ons and extras that are not included with the cruise fare.  Here is what you can expect to find that will cost extra:

• Gratuities

• Gambling in the casino

• Alcoholic beverages

• Specialty coffees and teas

• Soft drinks

• Shore excursions

• WiFi access

• Arcade games

• Spa services

• Specialty restaurants

• Souvenirs

• Phone calls onboard

• Medical attention

Drink packages can be purchased before the cruise or once onboard, and include unlimited drinks for whichever package you buy. We always recommend purchasing a drink package prior to sailing for the best possible price.

• Deluxe Beverage Package: Includes, beer, wine by the glass, cocktails, juices, soda, coffees, tea, bottled water.

• Refreshment Package: Includes non-alcoholic beverages, juices, soda, coffees, tea, bottled water.

• Classic Soda Package: Soft drinks only

Specialty restaurants are very popular on Royal Caribbean, and you can either pre-book certain restaurants before your cruise or purchase a dining package.

However you choose to spend your time and money on a Royal Caribbean cruise is up to you, but no matter what, we know you will have an awesome vacation!