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About Christine Sholander
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I can answer any questions about Royal Caribbean's ships, staterooms, destinations, cruise tours, pre- and post-cruise travel, shore excursions, short vs. long cruises, deposits, air and transfers, dining, accessible cruising, weddings and vow renewals, honeymoons, reunion, group, fundraising and incentive travel.

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I have over 18 years in the travel industry with a concentration in cruising, and have owned my own travel agency for the past 5 years. I love cruising! and have sailed almost every Royal Caribbean ship afloat!

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Questions Answered By Expert  Christine Sholander 
In Category  Royal Caribbean

SubjectDate Asked

Drink price and tipping - Freedom of the seas11/19/2009
  Q: My daughter and I are travelling on FOS - 24Jan2010. We are from South Africa. I would like to know ...
  A: Depending on the brand of beer and rum you choose, you can expect per drink prices to be in the ...
Royal Caribbean10/25/2009
  Q: On the Cruise Tours from Venice to Rome 4EB what are the hotels that the cruise lines uses? Thanks
  A: Royal Caribbean has a number of hotels in each city that they may use for this cruisetour. In ...
soda fountain package9/17/2009
  Q: I would like to know which soda's are includes in the soda package. Is there a non fizzy drink ...
  A: All the regular sodas are included in the package. For instance, Coke or Pepsi, Sprite, Ginger Ale, ...
Menu Substitutions in Specialty Restaurants?8/18/2009
  Q: We set sail on Freedom of the Seas in September. I'm a real foodie & am looking forward to Chops & ...
  A: I've found that the restaurants on board are usually very willing to make substitutions when ...
Royal Carribean Cruise7/22/2009
  Q: Do you know if we can buy a drinks pass for a 7 day cruise if so how much and what are the terms and ...
  A: Royal Caribbean usually offers a soda pass for kids and adults. The cost is around 7USD per person ...
Dress Code7/12/2009
  Q: Our family is going on our first cruise on the RC Mariner Pacific side of Mexico. I am wondering ...
  A: The kids are fine on formal night with khakis and a nice shirt with a collar, ties are good as well ...
Formal and smart casual on Legend of the Seas6/14/2009
  Q: We are on our first cruise to the Eastern Med on the Legend of the Seas, Sept '09. I'm happy with ...
  A: The cost of renting (or hiring) formal attire is the cost for the entire cruise. Some cruises have ...
Formal and smart casual on Legend of the Seas6/10/2009
  Q: We are on our first cruise to the Eastern Med on the Legend of the Seas, Sept '09. I'm happy with ...
  A: I love the Legend of the Seas - she's a beautiful ship! You'll find that passengers on Eastern Med ...
Europe shore excursions5/9/2009
  Q: We are contemplating a cruise aboard the Voyager of the Seas in Europe. I've seen your comment ...
  A: Depending on your sightseeing spirit - and energy, there are ways to visit these cities on your own. ...
soda5/4/2009
  Q: I was just wondering if you can bring your own soda on the ship with you? also, this is my first ...
  A: Cruise lines do not allow passengers to bring their own beverages on board with them. You can ...
Ship to airport shuttles Alaska Cruises3/28/2009
  Q: We are planning a cruisetour 8/31/09. Does RCCL provide or have arrangements for airport shuttles - ...
  A: Good Morning Phil, RCCL does offer transfer service between Vancouver airport and the cruise ship ...
choosing a suite3/12/2009
  Q: We are interested in booking a suite and have been told the best decks are 6,7,or 8. However, it ...
  A: Royal Caribbean has many ships within their fleet and many deck plans for their different classes of ...
hot to talk to others on our cruise in advance3/5/2009
  Q: love to know others out there that might have kids close to mine. We are sailin RC Liberty of the ...
  A: I don't know who else is sailing on board that may have similar-aged children as yours, but I do ...
Vow renewal2/25/2009
  Q: Can you have an on-shore vow renewal on RCL private island cococay?
  A: Royal Caribbean has a service which handles all of their weddings and vow renewals, both on land and ...
Royal Carribean2/2/2009
  Q: We have a 10-14 year old boys. We are on Granduer of Seas to Costa Maya and Cozumel on March 21. ...
  A: Your boys will be fine in shirts and ties for the formal dinner night. Even button-down shirts and ...
shore excuraions1/4/2009
  Q: I am booked on the radiance of the seas from buenos aires to valparaiso 14 days . I am looking for ...
  A: On their web site, www.RoyalCaribbean.com, there is a section under the pull-down menu "Before You ...
Formal cruise attire12/31/2008
  Q: I was reading up on cruise attire and I noticed RC recommends "cocktail dresses" for formal attire. ...
  A: I have sailed many ships and many itineraries and I've found that formal attire runs the gamut from ...
Royal Caribbean - shore excursions12/16/2008
  Q: We are doing our first RC cruise leaving Rome June 14th, going to Crete, Turkey, Greece. Does the ...
  A: Without additional info about your ship and itinerary, these are my thoughts: Civitavecchia is the ...
Cocobay snorkeling12/7/2008
  Q: We are going on a Royal Caribbean cruise (Mariner Of The Seas) with the extended family and are ...
  A: Coco Cay is one of Royal Caribbean's private island destinations located in the Bahamas. There are ...
Noise on lower decks10/17/2008
  Q: I'm going on an alaska cruise next summer on Rhapsody of the Seas and we've a N-type cabin on deck2. ...
  A: I have never experienced noise problems from the engines or anchor on the lower decks. You don't say ...
Rhapsody of the Seas cruise to Alaska 9/58/6/2008
  Q: Can you furnish me with the itinerary. I am already booked.
  A: I have included the itinerary for your cruise below. If you wish, you can also go to ...
Royal Caribbean Mexican Riviera shore excursions8/6/2008
  Q: This is our first cruise (2 adults, 16 year old). Is it recommended to purchase shore excursions in ...
  A: I have a personal rule of thumb regarding booking shore excursions in advance. If there is something ...
wine on board7/17/2008
  Q: Christine,Hello,we are going to Med on RCCL Brillianse ots,if we pre purchase wine from online gifts ...
  A: Royal Caribbean does have a corkage fee for wine brought into the dining room but I have done this ...
Land Excursions7/13/2008
  Q: We will going on a Mediterranean Cruise in October on Royal Caribbean. I heard it was less ...
  A: I'm not sure which excursions you are referring to, but in general, while in Europe I would stick to ...
Acceptable attire for Specialty Restaurant?7/1/2008
  Q: We are taking a 5 day Western Caribbean cruise in July on Enchantment of the Seas. Is a jacket ...
  A: Below is the suggested attire for specialty dining restaurants posted on Royal Caribbean's web site: ...
Arrival time6/22/2008
  Q: I want to pick up a passenger from your RCCL ship returning to San Pedro, CA from Mexico on Sunday, ...
  A: RCCL has cruise terminals in San Diego, San Francisco and Los Angeles. If you wish, you can go to ...
Top deck staterooms6/7/2008
  Q: We are planning two caribbean cruises on Adventure of the Seas and want Junior Suites. We wanted ...
  A: I have very rarely had a noise complaint from Deck 10 Junior Suites on board the Voyager class ...
horseback riding in Aruba6/3/2008
  Q: Is it worth it? We have horses in KY. , just pleasure ride, but are very experienced. Want to ride ...
  A: Most horse-back riding excursions in the islands are based on the premise that vacationers are not ...
Freedom of the Seas5/27/2008
  Q: We have booked a deck 6 Balcony room category D2 on Freedom of the Seas to sail July 13th from ...
  A: Freedom of the Seas does not have passenger washers/dryers on board. A laundry service is offered ...
RCCL food questions4/17/2008
  Q: Do you know if Explorere of the Seas has any kind of a "champaigne bar" and if so, do they sell ...
  A: The Explorer of the Seas has a fabulous Champagne Bar! Unfortunately, they no longer serve caviar. ...
Wine pre-purchase4/16/2008
  Q: Christine, We are going on a Caribbean cruise on Enchantment of the Seas next month. I noticed ...
  A: If you pre-buy wine through RCCL's web site and have it delivered to the dining room, they will keep ...
Alaska Cruise - Rhapsody of the Seas4/1/2008
  Q: I believe this is the first time this ship sails to Alaska, is that correct? If so, what have they ...
  A: You're correct - the Rhapsody of the Seas is making her debut in Alaska this season. As far as the ...
Liquor3/21/2008
  Q: Can we still purchase scotch on board and pay the corking fee and take it to our room that day?
  A: As of this date, Royal Caribbean has the following policies regarding liquor purchases: "Alcoholic ...
transporation2/12/2008
  Q: can i pay rccl by credit card for transportation from fll to ship and back travel time in march
  A: If you are planning to purchase transfers from Royal Caribbean to get you from the airport to the ...
rccl2/1/2008
  Q: we arrive back at cape liberty early morning after our cruise on the explorer of the seas our flight ...
  A: Cape Liberty cruise port has many sightseeing opportunities for its debarking cruise ship ...
dress code defined better1/25/2008
  Q: Good Morning! I am going on a June cruise to Bermuda on Royal Caribbean's "Explorer of the Seas" and ...
  A: Typically the Bermuda itinerary tends to be a little dressier than some Caribbean itineraries. On ...
dress code1/23/2008
  Q: On a 5 day cruise. How many formal nights? What manner of dress on other nights.Nothing was stated ...
  A: You didn't mention your ship or itinerary but typically there is one formal night on a 5-night ...
explorer of the seas cruise1/18/2008
  Q: we are going on this ship in march and would like to know if all the staterooms have now been ...
  A: Explorer of the Seas is a great ship! If you are asking if the all of the staterooms themselves have ...
Alcohol12/30/2007
  Q: Would it be ok to take a small plastic bottle of alcohol on board?
  A: Royal Caribbean has a clear policy regarding alcohol brought on board by passengers. For your ...
pre cruise tours10/28/2007
  Q: I would like to know hotel and cruise company that is safe and good for a handicapped senior. We ...
  A: I'd like to make sure I understand your questions. - You say you are scheduled to depart Barcelona ...
Catholic mass10/21/2007
  Q: Is there a catholic mass onboard for Sunday and Holy Days? Can we get our wedding vows renewed, it ...
  A: My apologies for the lateness of my response - I did not receive your original email question. ...
precruise/flightarrangement10/13/2007
  Q: do you know, which hotel RCCL books for his guests in San Juan in combination with precruise ...
  A: Royal Caribbean uses a variety of hotels in San Juan for pre- and post-cruise stays. They are: - ...
RCCL Enchantment of the Seas9/19/2007
  Q: I have booked a Junior Suite in the back corner of the Enchantment. I have the Carousel Lounge ...
  A: The Western Caribbean in April can be a bit like spring in the East Coast - windy and blustery. ...
RCCL Enchantment of the Seas9/19/2007
  Q: I have booked a Junior Suite in the back corner of the Enchantment. I have the Carousel Lounge ...
  A: I have generally found the noise level above the Carousel Lounge to be manageable. This lounge is ...
job offers9/4/2007
  Q: Where can I find a link to application for navigation officer?
  A: I have included below a link to Royal Caribbean's employment opportunities web page. (Please make ...
Bermuda Excursions8/29/2007
  Q: We are planning a Bermuda sept 9 thru the 14 on Royal Caribbean, would you recommend any ...
  A: There are many ports which offer wonderful snorkeling spots, but Bermuda is filled with fabulous ...
Bermuda Excursions8/28/2007
  Q: We are planning a Bermuda sept 9 thru the 14 on Royal Caribbean, would you recommend any ...
  A: You didn't mention who is traveling with you (perhaps children or grandparents) so I have tried to ...
cruise8/26/2007
  Q: I am going with 10 of my family members on a cruise. It is RCC on the navigator ship. It sails ...
  A: Your stateroom 8654 on deck 8 is not very far to a main staircase. The Voyager class ships do not ...
Free stuff onboard8/20/2007
  Q: Can you tell me if there are any free stuff onboard RCL. I was on a Carnival Cruise and were able to ...
  A: The Enchantment of the Seas is a wonderful ship! And, yes, there are some of the things you ...
Re cruising on the Legend of the Seas8/16/2007
  Q: I am cruising in a week's time together with my family joining you in Rome on the 23rd It is our ...
  A: First, I need to tell you that I am not a Royal Caribbean employee - I am the owner of an ...
Dress code6/29/2007
  Q: We are traveling on Mariner of the Seas to the eastern Caribbean in October. We will be taking our ...
  A: Royal Caribbean has a 'No shorts allowed' policy for the dining room at dinner time. This applies to ...
job on RC....6/28/2007
  Q: ...... my name is delano am from india looking for a job on RC.. in front office or guest ...
  A: I have included below a link to Royal Caribbean's employment opportunities web page. (Please make ...
attire for cruising6/15/2007
  Q: We are cruising to Bermuda on Empress of the Seas. Two nights are formal...I think we have that ...
  A: Royal Caribbean has a 'No shorts allowed' policy for the dining room at dinner time. This applies to ...
pop on board6/2/2007
  Q: i mean the kind like on Disney which is self serve?
  A: The Sovereign of the Seas has self-service beverage stations located in the Windjammer buffet. These ...

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