Podcast
Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast
Come explore the many facets of a Royal Caribbean cruise vacation. The RoyalCaribbeanBlog Podcast covers everything from the Royal Caribbean cruise ships to activities, excursions, planning your cruise vacation and more.
- Places & Travel chart
- #42
- Episodes
- 632
- Releases
- Weekly
- Typical length
- 26 min
- On air since
- 2013
- Latest episode
- 6 days ago
Episodes
632 episodes, newest first
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27 min
You Paid for the Bahamas. Your Cruise Goes to Canada
Show notes
Recently, two ships were re-routed to Canada because of bad weather. Was Royal Caribbean justified in changing the entire vacation?
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...
• Twitter: @therclblog
• Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog
• YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog
• Email: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com
• Leave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
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40 min
How Royal Caribbean Alaska Cruisetours Actually Work
Show notes
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...
• Twitter: @therclblog
• Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog
• YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog
• Email: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com
• Leave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
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30 min
5 Things Royal Caribbean’s CEO Revealed That Surprised Me
Show notes
Aside from the bigger things Royal Caribbean CEO Michael Bayley revealed while sailing on this year's President's Cruise, Matt picked up on a few smaller tidbits that stood out.
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...
• Twitter: @therclblog
• Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog
• YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog
• Email: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com
• Leave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
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28 min
Will Royal Caribbean ever add new loyalty tiers?
Show notes
I'm asked all the time by readers if Royal Caribbean will add more tiers to its loyalty program because of the new double points promos
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...
• Twitter: @therclblog
• Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog
• YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog
• Email: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com
• Leave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
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27 min
Matt defends his "drink package math"
Show notes
In a recent YouTube video, Matt shared his experience buying a Royal Caribbean drink package but a lot of viewers took issue with Matt's calculation of breaking even. In today's podcast, Matt defends why his Pinnacle Drinks don't count towards "drink package math"
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...
• Twitter: @therclblog
• Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog
• YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog
• Email: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com
• Leave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
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24 min
Why I don't recommend Guarantee Rooms
Show notes
Guarantee rooms look so attractive because of the discount, but Matt warns it's more problematic than it's worth.
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...
• Twitter: @therclblog
• Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog
• YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog
• Email: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com
• Leave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
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27 min
Why Royal Caribbean Brought Back This Drink Package Rule
Show notes
I was surprised Royal Caribbean has brought back its drink package exemption, but I was even more surprised to see some of the repercussions if you're caught abusing drink packages.
More info on this change: https://tinyurl.com/u48ardpx
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...
• Twitter: @therclblog
• Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog
• YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog
• Email: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com
• Leave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
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29 min
The truth about hurricane season
Show notes
Matt shares his thoughts on what it really means if you have a cruise during hurricane season, and what you can expect if/when there's a tropical storm.
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...
• Twitter: @therclblog
• Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog
• YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog
• Email: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com
• Leave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
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26 min
3 Questions I hope someone asks Michael Bayley on the President's Cruise
Show notes
The President's Cruise will be held soon on Icon of the Seas, and Matt shared the major topics he hopes someone will ask Royal Caribbean CEO Michael Bayley at the Q&A event.
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...
• Twitter: @therclblog
• Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog
• YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog
• Email: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com
• Leave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
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26 min
Why Royal Caribbean is pulling ships from the West Coast
Show notes
Royal Caribbean announced it's moving ships from the West Coast and shifting them to Asia and Australia for the biggest deployment here yet. What this means for LA cruises
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...
• Twitter: @therclblog
• Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog
• YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog
• Email: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com
• Leave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
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24 min
Worth it, not worth it on Legend of the Seas
Show notes
Matt lists six upgrades he paid for on Legend of the Seas and if they were worth it, or not worth it.
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...
• Twitter: @therclblog
• Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog
• YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog
• Email: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com
• Leave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
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28 min
Royal Caribbean says more travelers are booking late and paying more
Show notes
For years, one of the best ways to save money on a cruise was to wait until the last minute. But Royal Caribbean Group executives said that trend is all but dead.
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...
• Twitter: @therclblog
• Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog
• YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog
• Email: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com
• Leave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
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23 min
Why Royal Caribbean brought back Double Points
Show notes
With Double Points promotion back again, Matt is as surprised as anyone that it's being offered. He discusses why Royal Caribbean is doing it, and what it means for cruisers.
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...
• Twitter: @therclblog
• Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog
• YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog
• Email: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com
• Leave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
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22 min
Royal Caribbean Answers: Suites, Drink Packages & Icon Class Prices
Show notes
Matt is dedicating this podcast episode to answering your cruise questions!
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...
• Twitter: @therclblog
• Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog
• YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog
• Email: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com
• Leave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
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29 min
Why Matt doesn't want to book another cruise line excursion
Show notes
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...
• Twitter: @therclblog
• Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog
• YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog
• Email: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com
• Leave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
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24 min
Things Matt didn't like about Legend of the Seas
Show notes
After trying Legend of the Seas, there are a few things Matt would have preferred Royal Caribbean change on the ship
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...
• Twitter: @therclblog
• Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog
• YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog
• Email: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com
• Leave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
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21 min
How to eat sushi the right way
Show notes
Izumi Master Chef Travis Kamiyama offers advice on how to get started with sushi and other important etiquette advice.
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...
• Twitter: @therclblog
• Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog
• YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog
• Email: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com
• Leave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
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26 min
Matt's favorite bars + drinks, ranked
Show notes
What are the best Royal Caribbean bars with the best drinks? Matt ranks the best bars in the fleet and what the best drink is at each one.
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...
• Twitter: @therclblog
• Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog
• YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog
• Email: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com
• Leave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
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25 min
It's Been Too Long: 5 Royal Caribbean Ships I Need to Revisit
Show notes
Matt was asked which Royal Caribbean ships he wants to go back on again because it's been a while.
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...
• Twitter: @therclblog
• Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog
• YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog
• Email: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com
• Leave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
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27 min
The best ports for walking off the ship, how kids & loyalty work, and more
Show notes
Matt answers listener emails this week, tackling questions of which port is the best to walk off the ship and explore immediately, how kids loyalty perks work, and more.
Share with me your thoughts, questions and comments via...
• Twitter: @therclblog
• Facebook: /royalcaribbeanblog
• YouTube: royalcaribbeanblog
• Email: matt@royalcaribbeanblog.com
• Leave a voicemail: (408) 6ROYAL6You can subscribe to the Royal Caribbean Blog Podcast via iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher or RSS.
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