There are a lot of decisions to make when it comes to planning a cruise: the destination, time of year, cruise line, cruise ...
No matter how much research you do before your first cruise, there are certain things that you just won’t know until you sail. Some passengers won’t know if seasickness will be a problem for them ...
Compare Royal Caribbean’s Alaska ships and find the best fit for your itinerary, budget, and onboard style. See ship highlights, routes, and expert tips.
I sailed in balcony rooms on Royal Caribbean's Utopia of the Seas and Virgin Voyages' Valiant Lady. My Virgin Voyages' balcony room had a nicer bathroom and these cabins tend to be a good value.
From room size to food quality, my first-ever cruise on board Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas was full of surprises.