10 Cruise Lines and What Their Base Fare Actually Includes

2. Royal Caribbean: Big-ship entertainment and attractions

Royal Caribbean’s base fare generally includes a stateroom, main dining room and buffet meals, daytime pools and water features, fitness facilities, kids’ clubs and a slate of free entertainment. The line is known for large-scale onboard attractions—stage productions, ice shows, aerial performances—and those signature shows are normally covered by the cruise fare. Families and active travelers get a lot of included action for the price. Many of the most-adrenaline features—simulators, specialty experiences, certain ride-type attractions—and specialty dining choices are typically extra. Alcoholic drinks, premium Wi‑Fi, shore excursions and some service fees are usually added costs. For travelers planning lots of paid experiences, Royal Caribbean’s strong core programming still delivers considerable included value.