Certified Royal Caribbean Specialist

The world's most innovative ships.

From Wonder of the Seas to Icon of the Seas and beyond — your trusted, certified specialist for the most innovative cruise line at sea. Free planning. Same prices as RoyalCaribbean.com.

The Fleet

Find your ship.

Every Royal Caribbean ship class — matched to your travel style. Click any card to start a custom quote.

Where to Sail

Top Royal Caribbean destinations.

From classic Caribbean to bucket-list bucket-list adventures — we'll match the right itinerary to your travel goals.

Why Plan With Craystar

Same price. Real expertise. Free planning.

Booking Royal Caribbean directly on RoyalCaribbean.com costs the exact same as booking through Craystar — Royal pays travel agencies a commission, not you. The difference is what you get along the way.

  • Certified Royal Caribbean Specialist — full training program complete
  • Group rates and agency-only promotions you won't find on the public site
  • Cabin selection — including which to take, which to skip
  • Stateroom upgrades and onboard credit when supplier promotions apply
  • Pre- and post-cruise hotel and transfer planning
  • One person who knows your trip — for changes, questions, surprises
What You Get

The Craystar advantage.

01

Free service

Royal Caribbean pays our commission. You never see a planning fee.

02

Price monitoring

If your fare drops before final payment, we re-book at the lower price.

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Cabin guidance

We'll tell you which cabins to take, which to skip, and when balcony is worth it.

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Royal Caribbean expertise

Certified Specialist training. We know the differences between every ship class and what each does well.

Credentials

Certified Royal Caribbean Specialist & Royal Weddings Professional

Craystar Travel Agency holds the Certified Royal Caribbean Specialist credential through Royal Caribbean University, plus the Royal Weddings Professional certification for at-sea ceremonies. CLIA-credentialed and SNG Certified Accessible Travel Advocate® for cruisers with mobility, oxygen, or other access needs.

Common Questions

Frequently asked.

Does it cost more to book Royal Caribbean through a travel agent?

No. Pricing matches RoyalCaribbean.com exactly. Royal Caribbean pays travel agencies a commission directly — that compensation comes from the cruise line's marketing budget, not from added cost to you.

What is a Royal Caribbean Certified Specialist?

A Royal Caribbean Certified Specialist has completed the cruise line's official training program covering ships, destinations, dining, accommodations, and onboard programs. The certification is awarded directly by Royal Caribbean.

Which Royal Caribbean ship is best for first-time cruisers?

For most first-timers, Oasis-class ships (Wonder, Symphony, Harmony) work especially well because of the wide range of dining, entertainment, and onboard activities. Newer Icon-class ships push the experience further.

Can Craystar book group cruises?

Yes. Group bookings (typically 8 staterooms or 16 passengers minimum) often qualify for special amenities, onboard credit, and group rates.

How far in advance should we book?

For peak weeks (spring break, summer, holidays), 9-12 months out is the sweet spot for both pricing and stateroom selection. For Alaska, book by January for that summer's sailings.

I have an existing Royal Caribbean booking. Can you take it over?

Possibly. Bookings can sometimes be transferred to a travel agent if booked within the last 60 days and not paid in full. There's no cost to transfer — your fare doesn't change.

Where would you like to sail?

Tell us your sail window, ports of interest, and party size — we'll come back with Royal Caribbean options and pricing.

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