JENNY’S CRUISE GUIDES

Your first cruise, explained.

Choose a cabin, understand the cost, and get ready to sail. Practical notes and Jenny’s firsthand videos, at your own pace.

Find websites & port resources → Open my checklist →

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Cabins

Which cabin is right for you?

Start with how you want to spend your days. A balcony, a quiet location, and a lower fare solve different needs.

Compare the exact cabin category and view, including any obstruction.
Check the deck plan above and below the room, especially near pools, venues, and service areas.
Balance sleep, access, and time in the room before paying for an upgrade.

1:30 Cabin types 9:02 Noise & location

Compare cabin layouts →

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The real cost

What will the whole trip cost?

Treat the advertised fare as a starting point. Compare the total for the same sailing and the extras you actually expect to use.

Check service charges, taxes, and what the quoted fare already includes.
Decide on drinks, Wi-Fi, dining, and shore activities before comparing packages.
Include flights, a hotel, parking, and transfers in your trip budget.

0:36 Service charges 11:48 Costs beyond the ship

Compare booking options →

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Before you leave

What belongs in your cruise bag?

Pack for the route, the activities, and your first hours on board. A small carry-on keeps the important things within reach.

Keep original travel documents, medications, valuables, and first-day essentials in your carry-on.
Match clothes and shoes to your weather forecast, activities, and ship’s dress guidance.
Check your cruise line’s current prohibited-item rules before packing electronics or accessories.

0:42 The carry-on bag 3:05 Clothes & shoes

Prepare with the departure checklist →

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Boarding day

What happens when you reach the port?

Follow Jenny’s arrival at PortMiami and first look around Wonder of the Seas. Use the experience to picture your day, then follow your own sailing’s instructions.

Confirm your assigned terminal and arrival appointment before setting off.
Keep boarding documents ready and essentials with you when dropping off luggage.
Once aboard, follow the ship’s safety instructions and check the day’s schedule.

1:04 Arriving at PortMiami 3:13 First look around the ship

Open the boarding-day checklist →

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A day ashore

Can a good shore day stay simple?

Jenny explores the included beaches, pool, and dining at Perfect Day at CocoCay. This Royal Caribbean private-island example helps you weigh the extras you want.

Find out what is included at your destination before buying an excursion or day pass.
Choose a plan that suits your group, energy, and time ashore.
Confirm current opening times, inclusions, and the ship’s all-aboard time for your sailing.

2:27 Chill Island beach 12:56 Optional paid experiences

Check CocoCay’s official guide ↗