FAQs

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Do I need a passport?

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In order to sail, a guest must meet the requirements listed below based on their age on the date the cruise departs Galveston. All documents must be original – no photocopies. Your identification name must match across all ship documents. For Adults (ages 16 and older) Option A: U.S. Passport Book OR U.S. Passport Card. Passports must be valid at least 6 months after your cruise ends. (To apply for one, please go to https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/passports.html) OR Option B: U.S. Birth Certificate AND Valid Government Issued ID (State ID Card, Driver’s License OR Military ID). Original U.S. State Certified Birth Certificate or a certified copy; or an original Consular Birth Abroad Certificate from the U.S. State Department. For Children (birth to age 15) Guests age 15 and under are NOT required to have a photo ID, just the birth certificate.

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What's included in my cruise fare?

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Stateroom Complimentary Restaurants Continental breakfast delivered via room service Ice water, coffee, tea, lemonade and juices Onboard entertainment (Broadway shows, ice shows, AquaTheater shows, live music) Pools and hot tubs Onboard activities (waterslides, FlowRider®*, zipline, laser tag, rock climbing, bumper cars, mini golf) Fitness center Adventure Ocean Kids program and teen clubs (ages 3-17) App with guest-to-guest chat features For More Infor: https://www.royalcaribbean.com/guides/what-is-included-on-a-cruise#:~:text=It%20helps%20to%20think%20of,typically%20included%20on%20a%20cruise.

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What is the Royal Caribbean Drink Package?

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Let's start with what is FREE and included in your stateroom price: Non-specialty coffee, assorted teas, iced tea, and lemonade throughout the day/night. Juices during breakfast. There are three ways to upgrade your cruise vacation with a Beverage Package. Enjoy unlimited fountain soda and Coca-Cola® Freestyle beverages by purchasing a Classic Soda Package. Add on mocktails, premium coffees and teas, and fresh-squeezed juices with a Refreshment Package. Or go all out with unlimited alcoholic beverages and 40% off select bottled wine on top of everything else when you purchase a Deluxe Beverage package for your cruise. (https://www.royalcaribbean.com/content/dam/royal/resources/pdf/beverage-packages/deluxe-beverage-packages-cruises.pdf)

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Can I send gifts to the couple onboard the ship?

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Yes, simply go to https://www.royalcaribbean.com/royalgifts Once you have added your gift to the cart, here is the guest information needed to please the order. Guest First Name: Keith Guest Last Name: Crosby Guest Sail Date: 10/24/2024 Guest Ship: Mariner of the Sea Reservation Number: 4278279

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Is there Internet Access on the Ship?

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Yes, Royal Caribbean offers VOOM Surf + Stream Voyage package powered by Starlink for an additional cost Everyone wants to disconnect- but no one likes to feel disconnected. Whether it’s browsing the web, checking in with friends and family back home, or streaming your favorite shows, music, and movies directly to your device, you can do this with our VOOM Surf + Stream Voyage package. You’ll also get to share the adventure in real time on social media and video calls. Packages are available for up to four devices.

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Are there any Teen & Tween Activities?

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Of, Course! Whether hanging out with other cruisers or checking out games, sports and parties are on your tween's agenda, our teen-only spots are the places to go. Our Teen program also allows older kids the freedom to come and go as they please. They'll love it so much the only thing you might wish for is a little more time with your kids. The Living Room Fuel Teen Club Video Arcade Pool & Sports Deck Late Night Party Zone

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What about my kids under 11 years old?

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Royal Tots program (ages 18-36 months) offers 45-minute interactive playground sessions filled with age-appropriate activities and toys. Both programs are hosted by our trained youth staff. A parent or caregiver must accompany child during all activity sessions. Aquanauts program (ages 3-5 years) will have fun conducting cool experiments and becoming Certified Jr. Adventure Scientists. Explorers program (ages 6-8 years) is packed with exciting cruise activities for kids, which includes themed parties. Voyagers (ages 9-11 years) will explore a range of activities that puts the "cool" back into learning. My Family Time Dining is offered for the early seating dinner time in our main dining room, for children ages three to 11. Kids enjoy their meal within 40 minutes of seating, before heading to the evening's Adventure Ocean activities. The program starts the second evening you're onboard. After that, you can use it each evening or whenever you wish. They also offer “Late Night Party Zone” group sitting by our Adventure Ocean Youth Staff for children between the ages of 3 through 11 between the hours of 10pm to 2am for an additional cost.

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What type of clothes/shoes should I pack?

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Casual: You're on vacation – relax! Jeans, shorts, tees, tank tops, polos, sundresses and blouses are all the right amount of laid back. Please keep swimwear to the Pool Deck. Smart Casual: Think of this as a step up from your typical dinner wear. Dress to impress with jackets, sports coats, blazers, collared shirts, dresses, skirts and blouses, or pantsuits. Formal: Make it a night out in your best black-tie look – suits and ties, tuxedos, cocktail dresses or evening gowns. Last Night of Cruise: Bring an overnight bag for your last night at sea. Staff will collect your luggage the night before disembarkation and you will need an overnight bag to carry your nightclothes and toiletries.

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What can I bring my own food, alcohol, bottled water or soda onboard?

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One of the best things about cruising is the food! And there will be many dining options available to suit most tastes and preferences. However you are free to bring non-perishable prepackaged food in limited quantities and select beverages onboard. On embarkation day, each guest of drinking age may bring one (1) sealed 750 ml bottle of wine or champagne. Boxed wine and other containers are prohibited. Any other alcoholic beverages such as beer, seltzer or hard liquor will be seized on embarkation day and will not be returned. Guests may also bring non-alcoholic beverages as carry-on items on boarding day. Non-alcoholic beverages may not exceed 12 standard (17 oz.) cans, bottles or cartons per stateroom. Milk and distilled water brought on for infant, medical, or dietary use are permitted. Guests who purchase alcohol bottles onboard or in a port-of-call, will have their items safely stored by the ship. These bottles will be returned on the last day onboard for enjoyment once home.

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