Once an occasional feature here, I’m back with a new version of Cruise News Rodeo Roundup, useful information from around the world of travel by ship.  Let’s dig right in

Carnival Cruise Line Gratuity Increase December 1

Now $12.95 per person, Carnival Cruise Line will increase the amount of suggested gratuities to $13.99 per person, per day of sailing.  Booked on a Carnival Cruise Line sailing after December 1, 2018?  Prepay suggested gratuities now at the old rate.  After December 1, it will be too late.

 

Now Open: Royal Caribbean International Terminal A – Port Miami

  

The largest ship in the world will arrive this week at her new home port, Terminal A in Miami. The new state-of-the art Terminal A at PortMiami features stunning architecture, a new boarding experience, and an impressive gold propeller that is 15,000 lbs. and 56 ft. tall!

Need To Know: The quickest way to get onboard will be using the Royal Caribbean International app to check-in, available via the app from Google Play or the Apple Store.  Online check-in remains open until 48 hours prior to departure and save your SetSail Passes appear on their mobile device.  No need to print.  Still, like airline boarding passes, it’s not a bad idea to have a printed copy, just in case technooogy fails.

Parking at Terminal A,?  Go straight to the garage where agents will receive luggage and review documents. If guests are taking a taxi or using a ride-sharing service, agents will be awaiting them at the drop off area.

Procrastinators:  Didn’t get to complete their online check-in or forgot printouts? No worries! Head over to the check-in desk and our agents will take good care of your clients.

 

Royal Caribbean November Deal Great For Families

BOGO60 + Kids Sail Free is happening now through December 4, 2018

Offer details:
o    Buy One Guest, Get Second Guest 60% Off
o    30% Savings for 3 & 4 guests

Sailing Window: December 1, 2018 – December 14, 2019

Flying: Global Beacon Tracks All Planes All The Time

Royal Caribbean Deployment Schedule Released

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Equally as exciting and important, the 2020 – 2021 deployment opening timeline:
• Week of 11/5: Alaska & Hawaii (Phase 1)
• Week of 11/19: Europe (Phase 1)
• Week of 12/3: Short Caribbean
• Week of 12/10: Caribbean (Phase 1), Northeast, Canada & Bermuda
• Week of 12/17: Europe (Phase 2)
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