Not every Royal Caribbean ship brings the same energy—and that’s kind of the fun of it. Some are built for adrenaline and dance floors. Others? For slow sunsets and glassy ocean views.

We matched all 29 ships to a vibe—like Party & Play, Chill & Scenic, or Upscale & Elegant—so you can find the ship that fits you. Whether you’re planning a family trip, a weekend escape, or a once-in-a-lifetime voyage, this guide helps you cruise with confidence.

And yes—we included the stateroom counts and max guest capacity too, because the details matter when you're at sea.

Picking a Royal Caribbean ship shouldn't feel like studying for a cruise exam.
With 29 ships in the fleet—ranging from cozy classics to floating cities with robot bartenders—it’s easy to get overwhelmed. But the secret? It’s not about specs. It’s about vibes.

Whether you’re the “silent disco until midnight” type or you just want to sip coffee in a quiet solarium with an ocean view, there’s a ship that matches your energy.

We broke it down by personality, travel style, and onboard mood—so you can find your perfect ship without guessing (or reading through 29 brochures).

Cruises? For us?
Yeah, we had doubts too. We thought cruises were just for family reunions, sunburnt dads in visors, and Bingo at 3 p.m. sharp. But then we actually went on one—and everything changed.

Turns out, cruising is kind of the ultimate Gen Z hack: all-you-can-eat food, no packing stress, zero itinerary pressure, and new countries basically delivered to your balcony. It’s giving soft life with ocean views.

If you’ve been sleeping on cruises, here’s why it’s time to wake up—and why Royal Caribbean might just be your next main character arc.

Let’s be real—when you hear “cruise,” your brain probably goes straight to matching t-shirts, soggy buffets, and a Bingo hall full of boomers.
But hear us out: cruising is actually a Gen Z power move.

Where else can you eat like royalty, sleep like you’ve been through five finals, and wake up in a new country—all without opening Google Maps or dropping $200 on dinner?

This isn’t just about convincing your parents to stop calling the shots. It’s about claiming your own corner of the ship and realizing cruises might just be your new favorite kind of chaos.

We took 18 people on one Royal Caribbean cruise—no chaos, just core memories. Here’s how we planned it, survived it, and why we’d do it again.

You’ve been to the buffet. You’ve ridden the FlowRider. But have you watched the stars from a silent Solarium? Or found the public balcony above Central Park that no one else seems to notice? After sailing (and badging) our way across the Royal Caribbean fleet, we’re sharing our favorite insider secrets—those little moments that make the cruise feel like yours. These are the hidden gems we almost didn’t want to tell you about… almost.