Slightly more than 200 days until I sail on Freedom of the Seas.  The weather in the Cruise Capital of North Western Ohio is doing a lot to make those days seem much longer.  I'm set to take my kids on a Disney cruise ahead of it, so some relief is coming.  That cruise on the mouse line will be covered on my CruiseAficionados.com blog.  I'll also be covering the gear I'm taking with me at CruiseTravelGear.com's blog.    But in the meantime, there is no lack of things to discuss about Royal Caribbean International. 

My cruise is booked and paid for.  I'm now starting to ponder hotels in the area for the pre-cruise stay.  This will be my first cruise out of Fort Lauderdale, and while I will miss the traditional long sail down Government Cut at Port of Miami, this should be an interesting change. 

I'm looking to experience Royal Caribbean International more fully this time.  I had avoided most excursions and premium dinning in the past.  This time I look to enjoy both.  I'm looking forward to sharing it all with you!

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