47 Easy tricks to make your cruise so much better 

Whenever possible, stairs are much more efficient

I have found that extra walking and taking the stairs most of the time really helps for the extra pounds you get. 😅

I agree

Free exercise too!

I like the jack off in the elevators

Great tip, although I'm pretty sure pineapples indicate y'all are swingers so don't put those on or wear them if you don't wanna be hit on or approached by other couples. Lol

@@adaywithaleks6556 you got it

LOL

Nah. I just take a ball of yarn when I leave the room. Then I follow the string trail back to my place.

​@@bugwar5545LOL good idea!

Thanks appreciate it!!❤

Is there a drink you recommend that is really strong just off one cup ?

We cruised last March and spent a lot of time at the bionic bar. Cruising again in March bringing a bunch of different cocktail recipes to try.

Totally agree

Also good for tipping servers on ports.

@@RoyalCaribbeanBlog what’s considered a decent ‘extra tip’. (That is, above that which is automatically charged)? $2? $5? More?

We bring a stack of $1 for tipping on the complimentary drinks as well

No tips

Oh my goodness, I came across your comment on the cruise tips video. I’m so sorry that happened to you! Your comment caught my eye cause I had a bad fall with took out my ankle and injured my neck…..had to have a surgery. Glad you were smart arriving early for your cruise…….just felt empathy reading your comment (even though it was years ago for you)

Oops sorry, that was recent for you!! Not years ago…I misread that. Hope you’re healing well

I don't even unpack my over-the-door rack. I simply roll it up and leave it in my luggage! 🧳 As for the magnets... I use all weights/sizes. I've been known to hang my formal clothing and they look like art on display! 🧲

@@estherwilliams4346 👍

I know don't nobody wanna smell my booboo because I don't neither..poo pouri and somekikd of air freshener is a must especially in those inside cabins 😅

I use all of the suggestions you have, except for the USB cords. When I referred to my organizer, I meant the same thing you do. It's an over the door shoe organizer. I can't visualize what you are saying about the USB cords. Re: adapters... To MAXIMIZE outlets, I carry US AND European adapters cause there's usually one of each in the stateroom. As for the poo-purri, when there are gift bag exchanges during the cruise, and when I give gifts to the ship's crew, again, I give poo-purri, along with any additional cash tips. Also, if I am flying, I give a small gift of appreciation to the flight crew, including the pilots, which includes a small spray bottle of poo-purri. Whenever I give tips, no matter the place (cruising, restaurants, taxis), I always include a two dollar bill. Most people in the States have never seen one, so you can imagine how fascinating they are to others. I sometimes bring $1.00 gold coins, but... They can be heavy. I'm still trying to visualize the hanging USB cord thingy... 🤔🫣🤭🚢🧳🍹💃🏿

These are great tips. Thank you for sharing.

Thanks for the tip.

You're welcome!

Thanks for watching!

Have a great cruise!

Glad to hear it!

Take advantage of the dining package with a specialty lunch to start the cruise for sure!

Glad it was helpful!

Thanks for watching!

How was your cruise?

I went on a cruise 30 years ago with 4 sisters and my mom. We used post it notes on the doors to tell everyone where we were!

Thanks for the tip about Post-It notes.

Thank you for this.

Thank you!

You'll have such a good time!

We’re going on our fourth, and it is still exciting!🎉

Thank you for this tip! I'm a tea drinker too.

Right?!

I just did this for a 8 night trip in Maui! Saved the baggy clothes for the end and it worked out great! :)

Bless your Democratic heart.

Thanks for watching!

The timing of the raffle is why I stopped going. But someone's gotta win!

Everytime my mom cruises, she wins those spa packages.

good to know!

I'll watch sailaway at the next port for a free massage lol

What ship??

Thank you for watching!

@@_LostAndFound_Symphony of the Seas 😊

@@denised1704 cool good 1st ship

So how was the trip?????

Woot!

Whatever you want to call them, they help!

Have a great time!

I hope you never get a flat tire or have any issues. All it takes is once.

I carry ziploc bags on every trip i take! They are wonderful!

Great to take snacks back to your cabin! Cookies, muffins.....

Just got off wonder, it was amazing! Definitely recommend going to the Jonny rocket’s restaurant- if you have refreshment or deluxe drink package then try the Oreo shake! x

Playmakers and Mason Jar!

@@RoyalCaribbeanBlog Thank you! I definitely plan to get playmakers dessert at least twice 😆

@@schakfoo didn’t try one when I was on there, what are they like?

@@laraxbella6804 Campfire Cookie: A warm chocolate chip cookie baked with melted marshmallow and Nutella, serviced with milk shooters on the side.

the deluxe beverage package & the refreshment package sorry but the soda package only gets you soda

Harmony is a beautiful ship. Have a wonderful cruise!

So how was the trip?

I am willing to bet every cruise liner they have does this. My cruise last march on Mariner did. I would just suggest looking at the app just before your cruise because they will post those game nights and the location, if you have free time to explore and look for those locations, I would. Hope this helps!

@@allysenduysen3597 thanks for the reply. I just got back from our cruise and had a great time. I found all the game nights and contests listed on the daily cruise compass.

YEs, indoor pool will be open

how much?

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@@RoyalCaribbeanBlog ty!

I want to know as well.

There is no wrong choice

Correct. They'll confiscate it and give it back to you on the last day of the cruise

@@RoyalCaribbeanBlog so if I keep bringing more for them to hold for me until the last day, does it count as a violation?

I've bought lots of local beer, rum, etc and they will hold all of it for you. Made for a challenge to pack it all on thr last night tho. They usually return it to your cabine the last night during dinner.

I’ve heard that they carry the weight better when u put the hooks on the ceiling instead of the wall

And, snacks to take back to your cabin! Cookies, muffins......

Hi Cynthia! I’ve had the same situation with my two younger kids. We always go to the main dining room almost as soon as we board to request that we be at a table alone. There’s always someone there on embarkation day to field all of the requests they receive….they have accommodated us every time, it seems with relative ease. Hope you have a blast!

If you haven’t sailed yet, you can request a table size in advance. Your travel agent can do it or you can call and ask the phone agent to mark you down for a table for 4 (or however many are in your party). If you’re traveling with people in another room, have their reservation linked to yours for dining and you will automatically be put together at a table (assuming you’re under the max table size).

I applied at the beginning of Sept for mine and still don't have it. Luckily, I don't cruise until May, but it still has me worried. Hope you have a great cruise!

@@HyphenDude ridiculous how long it takes.

Yes

Yes

I don't think you can do so till after you get on the ship.

@@bugwar5545 they popped up on the cruise planner later. I've got them booked!

It's worth having separate accounts on each phone for better billing management, especially onboard spending

Just for future reference for people with kids - everyone can be checked in under one guest’s account. My little kids don’t have accounts. But every adult really should have their own account available on their phone for muster drill, at least. People who want to put their phones away on vacation can just do so after the muster drill.

Ask them ahead of your cruise.

When is your sailing date?

@@bugwar5545 December 2024

Tap water is totally good

Yes, we have taken the 2 wine bottles and several bottles of water.

Yes

yes

It doesn't sound like it.....

Call customer service and explain the issue.

Just call and explain the situation. They honored it for us every time.

Not too loud if you don't plan to sleep at all.

There are digital cruise compasses available, so we can leverage those

@@RoyalCaribbeanBlog where are they exactly? I couldn’t find them

@@sharonbaldry1455 I did a web search for 'cruise compass' and found a link.

Since you can renew your passport up to 18 months prior to expiration, sounds like you can't be bothered to plan ahead.

You know I've heard horror stories about the length of time to get your passport in the USA. I'm grateful to say my husband and I had ours within 2 weeks. We did go six months prior to needing them but were thrilled when they showed up 2 weeks later. :)

I've heard that some people will use steam from the shower and then pull the wrinkles out.

@@cindy83004 unfortunately that didn’t work either, we also tried spraying the dress, then hanging it in the steam filled bathroom. I don’t know, maybe rayon just doesn’t release wrinkles 🤷🏻‍♀️

I use Downy wrinkle release even at home. First of all you have to wet the item fairly well. Then pull it from side to side and up and down before you let it dry. It has never failed me

@@judithcatalano9666 ok I’ll try that. I was only using it until the dress was slightly damp. I’ll make sure it’s wet.

It is your room key card that you can also use as your credit card on the ship. At the end of your trip, everything will get billed to your actual credit card. You can use your sea pass to buy drinks (or use your drink package), and other things while on the ship.

That's strange. I swear I've gotten the call every time. Either way, you got woken up!

@@RoyalCaribbeanBlog True, we did! And the breakfast was great, regardless.

NO, NO AND NO!! THERE ARE DESIGNATED SMOKING AREAS ON THE SHIPS. A BALCONY IS NOT ONE OF THEM BECAUSE OF THE FIRE HAZARD (AND THE STINK).

You can smoke even if you do not get a balcony room. Of course, smokers can only do so in designated smoking areas (which ain't their balcony). I think there is an obscure spot on one of the open areas for it, as well as a space in the casino.

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