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07/11/2026

Cruise Price Comparison: Royal Caribbean vs. Carnival (6,164 Cruises Through 2028)

After analyzing more than 6,000 cruises through April 2028, the study found that Royal Caribbean is generally more expensive than Carnival, though the size of the premium varies by ship, port, and season.

Key Findings
Average daily cost (for two passengers, including taxes, fees, and gratuities):

Carnival: $324/day
Royal Caribbean: $414/day
Royal costs about 27% more overall.

7-day cruises:
Carnival average: $2,231
Royal Caribbean average: $3,014
Royal costs about $783 more per cabin (35% higher).

Inside vs. Balcony cabins:

Royal Caribbean inside cabin: $358/day
Carnival balcony cabin: $360/day
A Carnival balcony costs almost the same as a Royal inside room, offering more cabin value for the money.

Newest Ships vs. Older Ships

Newest ships:

Carnival Excel Class: $347/day
Royal Caribbean Icon Class: $643/day
Royal's newest ships carry an 86% premium.

Ships 20+ years old:

Carnival: $340/day
Royal Caribbean: $375/day
The gap shrinks to about 10%, making older Royal ships a more affordable option.

Departure Port Matters
Royal’s premium is highest in Florida:

Miami: Royal costs 51% more
Port Canaveral (Orlando): 40% more

The gap is smaller elsewhere:

Los Angeles: 9% more
Galveston: 13% more

In some ports, Carnival is actually more expensive:

New Orleans
Tampa (11% higher than Royal)

Seasonal Trends

Both lines are most expensive in summer.
Royal’s premium is largest during summer (33% higher than Carnival).
The smallest gap occurs in spring, when Royal averages just 18% more than Carnival.

Bottom Line
Carnival is generally the more budget-friendly option, while Royal Caribbean commands higher prices, especially on its newest ships and Florida departures.

Whether the extra cost is worth it depends on how much you value Royal’s ships, attractions, and onboard experience versus Carnival’s lower fares and better cabin value.

Source: Cruise Fever

07/07/2026

🚢 Royal Caribbean Oversells Cabins… Again 😬
Looks like Royal Caribbean is facing another oversold sailing — this time on Mariner of the Seas for the July 11, 2026 cruise out of Galveston.

Guests booked in balcony and oceanview cabins are reporting emails from the cruise line asking if they’d be willing to downgrade to an interior room. The catch? Royal Caribbean is offering something pretty wild:

✨ A full refund of the cruise fare
✨ PLUS $200 onboard credit
✨ And you still get to sail on the same cruise

That means some passengers could end up cruising for free if they accept the downgrade.

Royal Caribbean has been dealing with oversold sailings all summer, especially in Alaska, where they’ve even offered free cruises to get guests to switch dates. This time, it seems balcony and oceanview cabins were booked heavier than expected, and the line is trying to shift guests into available interior staterooms.

Reactions online are mixed — some cruisers say they’d jump at a free sailing, while others don’t want to give up their balcony views.

🌴 Would YOU take the deal?
Free cruise but no balcony… or keep your original cabin?

06/04/2026

Jamaica, and Japan are seeing record interest, and experts say early booking is now essential to secure the best prices and availability.

✈️ If you’ve been waiting for the right moment to plan your next getaway, this is it — the travel landscape is shifting fast.

05/25/2026

Call to Now to Book!

05/21/2026

✈️🌍 Travel News in 30 Seconds 🌍✈️
The travel world is shifting fast — here’s what matters this week:

- REAL ID fees hit in 2026. No compliant ID at TSA? That’s a $45 charge.
- Battery rules tighten. Spare lithium batteries must stay with you, not overhead.
- Cruise delays continue — check your ship before you sail.
- UK ETA now mandatory for visitors. £20 or no boarding.
- Europe fees rising: ETIAS (€20) + Venice access fees + Greek island surcharges.
- Airlines cut flights as fuel prices spike.
- DOT flags Spirit — travelers urged to monitor bookings.

🔥 Bottom line: Prices are shifting, rules are tightening, and smart travelers stay ahead.

04/28/2026

⚠️ Heads Up, Travelers! New AA Power Bank Rules Start May 1, 2026 ⚠️

American Airlines is rolling out new safety regulations for portable chargers to reduce the risk of lithium‑battery fires in the cabin. If you fly with a power bank, here’s what you need to know:

🔋 Limit: 2 Power Banks Per Person
You can only bring two portable chargers onboard.

👀 Keep Them Visible
Your power banks must stay in sight and within reach during the entire flight.
Acceptable spots: your lap, tray table, or seatback pocket.
Not allowed: overhead bins or buried inside your bag.

🚫 No Recharging Power Banks In‑Flight
You can use your power bank to charge devices, but you cannot recharge the power bank itself using seat power or USB ports.

⚡ Capacity Cap: Under 100Wh
Most standard phone‑sized chargers are fine, but anything above 100 watt‑hours won’t be allowed.

If you travel with portable chargers, make sure you’re ready before May 1 so you don’t get stopped at the gate.

11/14/2025

📱✈️ iPhone as Your Passport

Apple Wallet is evolving fast—boarding passes, IDs, and now digital passports. Soon, travelers could breeze through airports with Face ID verification instead of paper documents.

🔐 Convenience, security, and global mobility—all in your pocket.

Read more:

Apple today announced that iPhone users can now create a Digital ID in the Apple Wallet app based on information from their U.S. passport. To create and present a Digital ID based on a U.S. passport, you need.

11/05/2025

✈️ Big news for travel lovers! American Airlines and Citi just launched the Citi® / AAdvantage® Globe™ Mastercard® — and it’s packed with perks for semi-frequent flyers like me.
💳 What’s exciting:
- Earn 3X miles on American Airlines purchases
- 6X miles on AAdvantage Hotels™ bookings
- 2X miles at restaurants (yes, even takeout!)
- 4 Admirals Club® Globe™ passes per year — each valid for 24 hours
- Over $750 in value with travel benefits and bonus miles
If you fly AA a few times a year, this card hits the sweet spot between casual and frequent travel. I’m already dreaming of my next getaway 🧳🌍
Check it out here:

Earn bonus miles and unlock perks like 4 Admirals Club® Globe™ Passes per year and preferred boarding on AA flights with the Citi® / AAdvantage® Globe™ Mastercard®.

10/19/2025

Malaga and Cadiz, Spain

09/21/2025

The Nightclub on the Carnival Celebration is incredible.