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What Our Most Recent Cruise Reminded Us
Every cruise teaches or reminds us something. From weather-related travel delays and dining surprises to the value of slowing down and spending more time on the balcony, here are the lessons we took away from our recent Adventure of the Seas sailing, and the tips we'll carry into future Caribbean cruises.
Our Adventure of the Seas Excursions: St. Croix, St. Maarten, San Juan & Nassau
Our Adventure of the Seas sailing included four very different ports: St. Croix, St. Maarten, San Juan, and Nassau. From breakfast in Old San Juan and a nostalgic America's Cup yacht race to a relaxing beach day in St. Croix and Royal Caribbean's new Royal Beach Club, here's how our family spent each port day and what we'd recommend to fellow cruisers.
Adventure of the Seas Review: A Relaxed Caribbean Cruise with the Right Mix of Ports and Sea Days
Our family recently sailed an 8-night Southern Caribbean itinerary aboard Adventure of the Seas, visiting St. Croix, St. Maarten, San Juan, and Nassau. From sea days spent on the FlowRider and relaxing on our balcony to dining at Giovanni's Table and exploring the ship's hidden gems, here's our honest review and who we think this Royal Caribbean ship is best suited for.
National Margarita Day
Missed National Margarita Day? We’re on island time.
Bring cruise vibes home with this pineapple jalapeño margarita inspired by Royal Caribbean’s Playmakers, plus a mocktail version for the whole crew. Warning: may cause spontaneous cruise planning.
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