There are Royal Holiday members who have been using their Holiday Credits to make reservations at beach destinations without realizing that those same Holiday Credits can also be used to book cruises. The Royal at Sea program is one of the hidden gems of your Royal Holiday membership, and it is also one of the most exciting benefits it offers.
This program gives you the opportunity to explore more than 3,000 cruise itineraries with different routes and cruise lines, all while using your Holiday Credits just as you would for a land destination. If you haven’t explored this perk of your membership and want to learn more about how to get the most out of it, this blog is for you.
HOW DO MY HOLIDAY CREDITS WORK FOR CRUISES?
Booking a cruise is just as easy as booking a regular destination using your membership: your annual Holiday Credits can be used to cover the cost of the cruise. The number of credits required varies depending on the cruise line, cabin type, length of the cruise, and travel season.
Longer routes, cabins with ocean views or private balconies, and departures during high travel seasons naturally require more Holiday Credits than shorter trips with interior cabins.
However, the system is quite flexible. If you are looking at a cruise that requires more than your available annual Holiday Credits, you can complete your reservation with accumulated credits from previous seasons or explore the accumulation options that your membership offers. Your specialized cruise executive can help guide you toward the best options to make your dream trip come true.
THE ROLE OF THE CRUISE EXECUTIVE: YOUR PERSONAL EXPERT ON BOARD
One of the greatest advantages of booking your cruise with Royal Holiday instead of on your own is having direct access to a specialized cruise executive who can do the hard work for you. This professional not only knows about the different cruise lines, but also about their itineraries, cabin types, ports, and the best travel seasons according to your membership options.
Their job is to listen to your needs, understand what type of cruise you are interested in, and help you determine the most convenient way to use your membership’s Holiday Credits.
Do you want a cruise through the Mediterranean? A 7-day route through the Caribbean? A journey to Norway? An itinerary along the coast of Alaska? Contact your Cruise Executive 3 to 6 months in advance and let us help you find the perfect cruise vacation for you. Discover the 3-1-1 rule for cruises here.
THE CRUISE LINES OFFERED THROUGH ROYAL AT SEA
Royal at Sea includes some of the most recognized cruise lines in the world: Royal Caribbean, with incredible ships like Oasis and Wonder of the Seas; Norwegian Cruise Line, with a wide range of cruise options; MSC Cruises, with its marine reserve in the Bahamas; Celebrity Cruises, with its luxurious approach to cruising; and Holland America Line, with more than 145 years of history at sea.
Each cruise line has its own itinerary catalog, cabin styles, and travel seasons, so having someone who can guide you through all these options is always a great advantage.
HOW TO TAKE THE FIRST STEP
The process of making your cruise reservation using your Royal Holiday membership is pretty straightforward.
The first thing you need to do is check the number of Holiday Credits you have available. The second step is to contact the Cruise Advisor through the Royal at Sea program and provide the dates you are planning for your vacation, the destinations you are thinking about visiting, and the number of guests traveling with you.
With this information, the Cruise Executive will help you find suitable options, compare different ship itineraries, and guide you through the reservation process.
Remember that cruise ships tend to sell out quickly, especially during high travel seasons. Making your reservation several months in advance will give you more options when booking.
Are you ready to sail away using your Holiday Credits? Contact your Royal at Sea Cruise Advisor through Royal Holiday and make your cruise dreams come true!
