Royal Caribbean
Royal Caribbean offer resort style ships, fully loaded for adventure and activities. Perfect for families, couples and multi generation holidays. Summer season cruises from Sydney & Brisbane are most popular for Kiwis.
Why Choose Royal Caribbean?
Big Ship Energy
Nothing says epic family fun quite like a Royal Caribbean ship. From surf simulators and waterslides to bumper cars and skydiving simulators, there’s enough onboard action to keep everyone entertained from morning to night.
Quantum of the Seas Flowrider
Cruises Closer to Home
Royal Caribbean are a favourite for Kiwi cruisers thanks to plenty of sailings from Sydney and Brisbane between October and April. It’s an easy hop from Auckland and perfect for New Zealand, South Pacific and short getaway cruises.
Ovation of the Seas arriving into Sydney
Hello LeLepa
Royal Caribbean’s brand-new beach club destination, LeLepa, is set to become one of the hottest South Pacific stops from summer 2027/28. Think crystal-clear water, laidback island vibes and exclusive beach club experiences just for Royal Caribbean guests.
Royal Beach Club℠ Lelepa
South Pacific Specialists
If your dream holiday includes tropical islands, Royal Caribbean deliver. Their local deployments feature favourites like Vanuatu, New Caledonia and Mystery Island, making it easy to enjoy island time without flying halfway around the world.
Boys jumping off wharf in Vanuatu
Entertainment Turned Up to 100
Royal Caribbean don’t do boring. Expect world-class shows, live music, aqua performances, ice skating spectaculars and plenty of nightlife once the sun goes down.
Anthem of the Seas cabaret show
Something for Everyone
Whether you want family fun, foodie favourites, relaxing adults-only spaces or adventure-packed sea days, Royal Caribbean ships are designed so everyone can holiday their own way.
Icon of the Seas
What’s Included on Royal Caribbean?
Accommodation
Royal Caribbean ships offer an incredible range of room options. Innovative Interior Rooms with Virtual Balconies through to incredible family suites to fit the whole whanau
All Main Meals, Snacks and more
Royal Caribbean does food incredibly well. You will have a huge choice of dining venues to choose from, Plus some fancy specialty restaurants for a small surcharge. PLUS the kids can get Freeflow Softserve ice cream
Drinks
Tea, Coffee & Soft Drinks are available at self serve venues around the ship. PLUS there are a range of drinks packages to pre buy, if you prefer to budget in advance for Alcoholic drinks etc
Entertainment
Prepare to be wowed! Royal Caribbean does entertainment on a grand scale. Live Shows, Live Music and so much more around the ship. The bigger the ship, the better it gets!
Pools, Slides and Rock Climbing Walls
The larger the ship the more choice you have. From Pools and Water Slides to Bumper Cars and Ice Rinks. Royal Caribbean ships come fully loaded for fun
Gratuities (Tips)
All the Royal Caribbean fares on our web site include Crew Gratuities (Tips) You will only Tip additional for optional services such as the Spa or Salon
Royal Caribbean 2027–28 Cruises: New Ships, Itineraries & Destinations
Royal Caribbean's 2027–28 cruise season brings three ships to Australia, with cruises from Brisbane and Sydney to New Zealand, the South Pacific, Australia and Asia. New itineraries also include Royal Caribbean Japan cruises from Tokyo during cherry blossom season.
Who do Royal Caribbean Cruises suit?
Couples & Honeymooners ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Balcony staterooms, suites, speciality dining, adults-only spaces and romantic destinations
Solo travellers ⭐⭐⭐⭐☆
Dedicated Studio staterooms available on selected ships, including some with balconies
Families ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Kids' and teen programmes, waterslides, FlowRider, rock climbing and family entertainment
Luxury travellers ⭐⭐⭐☆☆
Suites and Royal Suite Class on selected ships offer enhanced service and exclusive benefits
Retired travellers ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Longer itineraries, relaxing days at sea and a huge choice of destinations
👀 Most Booked Royal Caribbean Itineraries
Royal Beach Club LeLepa
The South Pacific’s Hottest New Cruise Destination (Opening 2027) If you love cruising the South Pacific, there’s a brand-new reason to get excited.
What is Royal Beach Club℠ Lelepa?
Royal Beach Club℠ Lelepa is Royal Caribbean’s exclusive beach destination, designed specifically for its cruise guests. Unlike many private island experiences around the world, entry to Royal Beach Club℠ Lelepa is included in your cruise fare—no day pass required.
Royal Caribbean Favourites from Brisbane
Adding on a cruise from Queensland is a great way to create a 2-centre holiday. Choose from Cruises to the Whitsunday's, Great Barrier Reef or South Pacific and add some super powered fun to your family getaway
Royal Caribbean Favourites from Sydney
Combining a Royal Caribbean cruise with a Sydney city stay makes the perfect combination holiday. Choose from Fun Size Sea Breaks, where you get to make the most of the onboard facilites, to South Pacific Getaways and Queensland Escapes
Royal Caribbean Asia Favourites
Cruising in Asia is such a great way to see multiple destinations. Choose from Mini breaks, to Island Hoppers there is a great choice of cruises from Singapore, Hong Kong and Shanghai
FAQ and Tips from our Cruise Specialists
Royal Caribbean ships all use US dollars, regardless of where you are cruising in the world
Tip! It is a cashless society onboard so register your credit card at check in and use your room key as a charge card onboard
Yes you can pre-purchase drinks packages after booking in the Royal Caribbean app
Tip! Register your booking in the app as soon as you pay your deposit as there are regular sales on Drinks Packages before departure
Yes you can pre-purchase Wi-Fi packages after booking in the Royal Caribbean app
Tip! Register your booking in the app as soon as you pay your deposit as there are regular sales on Wi-Fi Packages before departure
When you book your Royal Caribbean cruise on our Cruise Deals web site your onboard crew gratuities (tips) are included in your NZD fare. You will only Tip extra when you use any Spa/Salon services etc
Some Royal Caribbean promotional fares will offer a guarantee grade room. This allows you to choose the type of room you would like i.e Interior or Balcony etc but you cannot choose the location or room number. Royal Caribbean will choose your room and advise you on departure. Note this can be anywhere on the ship and if booking an Oceanview or Balcony it could have an obstructed view. Special requests are not accepted on these rooms
Tip! This type of room is not suitable if you want to guarantee a room close to other friends or family members onboard, or if you have accessible requirements
Important Info for Online Booking
Cruise availability can change quickly. All prices shown are cached and are indicative only. To check live availability, select a cruise, enter number of guests and click search to display live pricing
Check your passport is up to date, with at least 6 months validity at the end of your trip. Any visas if applicable are the travellers responsibility
Why Book with Cruise Deals?
NZD pricing: We’ll quote your Royal Caribbean cruise in New Zealand dollars. Cruise specialists: Our team can help you compare itineraries, ships and cabin options.
Personal advice: Not sure which Royal Caribbean cruise is right for you? Ask our team.
Fly & cruise options: We can help you look at flights and other travel arrangements around your cruise.
Cruise deals & offers: We’ll check the latest available fares and promotions for your sailing.
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