Royal Caribbean/Questions Answered by Expert Michael Corbo
| Subject | Date Asked |
| Dancer | 1/4/2012 |
| Q: I met this incredible dancer in the cruise from 26, Dec 2011 to 30th, Dec 2011, on the ship the ... A: Buyo Nothing is published publicly about crew lists. The only way to contact a crew member that I ... | |
| royal caribbean | 10/1/2011 |
| Q: saw a beautiful ring dolphin and diamonds that my grand daughter loved. would like to order for ... A: Marietta I am not sure if you would be able to purchase somethign off the ship. Your best option ... | |
| visa | 9/14/2011 |
| Q: I am holding a non-immigrant US visa(B1/B2, multiple entry) who will visit a relative in Miami,USA. ... A: Mel I am sorry, but I am not an expert on immigration and customs, I advise contacting the ... | |
| radiance of the seas - on board shopping | 9/13/2011 |
| Q: We are flying to Hawaii next week for 7 days then cruising on Radiance of the Seas back to ... A: Kay My wife uses Clinique also, so I might happen to have an answer for you. I do know that ... | |
| Day Excursions - Bahamas | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: We are going on our first cruise on the Royal Caribbean (Monarch of the Seas)to the Bahamas. A ... A: 1) yes you can take a water taxi or a land taxi to Paradise Island. If you take a land taxi ($4 per ... | |
| Rhapsody of the Seas | 11/3/2010 |
| Q: our cruise is 27/11/2010 Rhapsody of the Seas from Sydney Australia to New Caledonia return to ... A: Jimmy Sounds like an excellent cruise, I have yet to cruise Australia, but of course, it is on my ... | |
| Coutesy shuttle RCL from ship to P.Roma Venice | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: Do RCL provide a shuittle service on disembarkation from the Marittima doicks to P. Roma in Venice - ... A: Ron Sorry for the delay in answering your question, I was actually on an RCL cruise! Not being ... | |
| Barcelona boarding | 8/25/2010 |
| Q: Our ship ,voyager is sailing at 1900h 7pm what is the latest we can board as we want to make the ... A: Royal Caribbean requires that for embarkation in general, you arrive no later then 1 1/2 hours ... | |
| Best Prices | 8/6/2010 |
| Q: Can you direct me a place that has the real best prices on cruises. A: Maryann Sorry about the delay in answering you, but I was on vacation. I just returned from the ... | |
| obstructed view | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: is there any problem with 7126 radiance of the sea view or being over chops resturnat A: I personally have no experince with cabins in this area, but I did find a review or 2 for you to ... | |
| Passport requirements | 6/1/2010 |
| Q: My husband and I were thinking of doing an Alaska cruise this summer. It kind of came up at the ... A: If your cruise is starting and ending at the same US port (Seattle I assume?), it is considered a ... | |
| transfers | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: Michael We are brand new to cruising and really appreciate your help. We plan on cruising in ... A: Craig I would assume that you would be cruising out of Port Canaveral in this case. I always ... | |
| Enchantment of the Seas | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: Specifically, what cabins (deck and number) were added when Enchantment of the Seas was stretched? ... A: I have been told, but am not entirely certain, that if you look at the deck 8 plans on the royal ... | |
| upcoming cruise on royal carribean | 10/11/2009 |
| Q: I would like to know if you are allowed to take clothing steamers on rooyal carribean cruises.I have ... A: Pam While I do know that officially, irons are not permitted in staterooms. Here is the official ... | |
| Dress Code | 10/8/2009 |
| Q: I see from previous questions that for the Main Dining Room there are times when it is formal. I ... A: According to the faq at Royal Caribbean's website ... | |
| majesty of the sea | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: I've cruised twice both on Carnival, this time because of avail. dates and ports, I am considering ... A: Nina Personally, I prefer RCCL over Carnival. However, Majesty is an older ship (1992) with ... | |
| cruise research project | 9/12/2009 |
| Q: Michael-- I'm doing a research project for a master's class, and I've chosen cruises. As part of ... A: Beth As far as environmentally friendly, I think Disney might win on that one. While all cruise ... | |
| hi | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: it is me the kid that asked u how to get in contact with one of the dance memebers from majesty of ... A: I would address a letter to him, put it in an envelope, then put that envelope inside another ... | |
| Voyager of the Seas | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: How do I get a free upgrade from inside cabin to promenade and how can myn sister bring her own wine ... A: You can not get a free upgrade, unless they are offering it at the time of booking, and then it's ... | |
| Drinks on Deck? | 7/9/2009 |
| Q: Make-A-Wish is sending our family on the Nickelodeon Cruise that departs at the end of this month, ... A: Stefani Since you said this month, I assume that you are on the West Coast cruise on the Mariner of ... | |
| RCC Freedom of the Seas | 7/3/2009 |
| Q: hubby, son aged 20 and his girlfriend aged 20. What is the dress attire for the cruise. IS it ... A: Sharon WIthout knowing which ship and itinerary, it's hard to tell you what the dress code will be, ... | |
| Any chance for an Upgrade | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: I am sailing on a 5 night cruise with the Enchantment of the Seas on July 11. There are 4 of us ... A: Pablo Looking at the current pricing for these 2 different staterooms, there appears to be about a ... | |
| UPGRADE on Royal Carribean cruise | 5/9/2009 |
| Q: My daughter and I booked an "F" category room, 9th deck front of the ship - which is great, but ... A: Deb Paid upgrades are always possible, but if priceline handles cruises the way they handle hotel ... | |
| what is included in a cruise, | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: what about the drinks with your meals? i heard that some are not included and can be expensive...do ... A: The only drinks that are included are ice tea and lemonade with the exception of juice at breakfast. ... | |
| enchantment | 4/27/2009 |
| Q: I am booked on a cruise on ENchantment of the Seas in July, Can you tell me when the Enchantment of ... A: The Enchantment of the Seas went in to dry dock on May 15, 2005. At that time, the was cut in half ... | |
| departure port | 4/23/2009 |
| Q: On any Royal Caribbean ship can I board on St.Thomas USVI? A: Carmen Royal Carribean has no cruises that originate or terminate in St Thomas. As a general rule, ... | |
| Crew | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: I am trying to get ahold of one of the royal caribbean crew named Allan Brooks. Is there anyway to ... A: I know of no direct way to contact a crew member. The only option I think you would have is to call ... | |
| Shore excursions Mexican Riviera | 4/5/2009 |
| Q: I can't decide on shore excursions in Cabo, Mazatlan, or PV. I would like to see the local areas so ... A: RCCL offers several basic siteseeing tours at each port. I would highly recommend one of these to ... | |
| Children under 3 | 3/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a little boy of two what can he do on the ship, i read you have to be three to get into the ... A: Of course you can, As long as you are on the late dining seating, so that the club will be open ... | |
| Children under 3 | 3/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a little boy of two what can he do on the ship, i read you have to be three to get into the ... A: Lesley RCCL has developed programs for tots, but they must be accompanied by an adult caregiver to ... | |
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Michael Corbo
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Expertise
I can answer questions in the category of Royal Caribbean regarding their ships, itineraries, cabin selection and categories, pricing, ports of call and anything related to booking or taking a cruise on Royal Caribbean. I can also help in directing people where or how to get the best price on a cruise. Questions I can not answer would include anything regarding breaking Royal Caribbean's rules and terms of carriage, such as how do I sneak alcohol on board, or how do I get a free upgrade.
Experience
I have sailed with Royal Caribbean several times over the last few years and am scheduled to cruise on their latest ship, Oasis of the Seas in 2010. I am a member of their Crown and Anchor Society for past cruisers. I have been a travel agent for the last 9 years and a member of allexperts in the category of Disney Travel since 2001.
Organizations
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Publications
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Education/Credentials
As a travel agent, I have graduated from the Royal Caribbean University of WOW as an Expert Plus. I am also currently enrolled in CLIA's (Cruise Line Industry Association) Accredited Cruise Counselor program. ACC certification is an intense year long process that gives you recognition in the travel industry a cruise expert.
Past/Present Clients
If necessary, I can supply clients for reference, I would need to contact them for approval first.
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