Universal & Royal Caribbean Teaming Up!

[ADP]

I've never cruised before; in fact, my first cruise ever will be this May aboard the Disney Wonder. But, I like the idea of Universal and Royal Caribbean getting together to offer land/sea packages. If anything else it adds a competitive element to Disney's land/sea packages. For the consumer...Competition is usually a winning formula.

Here's the article from the Orlando Sentinal.
http://www.orlandosentinel.com/travel/destinations/cruises/orl-bk-travel-universal-cruise-package-story,0,7413648.story

[tickledtink33]

I have cruised with Royal Caribbean twice in the past year and enjoyed both cruises just as much as my Disney Cruise in 2007. I don't think I'd be interested in sailing on the Monarch of the Seas as she is a much older, smaller ship. The Freedom of the Seas would be very nice though. I just wish that the ships sailing out of PC would visit some new and different islands. Watch out Disney, the competition is heating up.

[aspen37]

Thanks Aaron! I have been wanting to cruise on Royal Caribbean. This is something that I might try.:thumbsup2

[spaddy]

That is fun because I was at the Royal Caribbean website today and saw Universal advertised. I didn't realize it was something new, just thought I had missed it before.

I think this is a great offering. I love competition.

[jeanigor]

Wow. That sounds great. I wonder what the opening price point will be.

[cyberbox2]

It is certainly worth looking into. I've only ever cruised with Disney so I don't know if I will be disappointed or not, but for half the price..........;)

[winterhart534]

I think this is a wonderful idea. I'm a new podcast listener and I've been going back and listening to many of the older shows. I recently heard a show where Pete and Walter are talking about spending 5 days at Universal and how much they enjoyed it. With the new Harry Potter area opening soon, this has certainly piqued my interest. Thanks for posting this ADP :goodvibes

[MrandMissVacation]

We will be visiting Universal in 2-3 years after the Podcast cruise because of the HP attraction. Our plan was to (well my plan) re-book another 4 or 5 nite Disney cruise to take advantage of the discount.
This significantly changes my plans. The Monarch is an older ship..not sure how I feel about that.
Does anyone know if it's been in drydock (when?) for rehab?

Michelle

[spaddy]

Monarch of the Seas was rehabed in 2001 and 2003. I didn't realize how old that ship was.

[Disneybridein2k3]

Hey Dreams Unlimited, will you be offering this package??? I REALLY like the FOS with the Universal package. The Freedom is a beautiful ship and it has been YEARS since we've been to Universal - this may be the reason to go!

[Ginamarie]

This is a smart idea. Both Universal and Royal Caribbean are geared more towards older children/teens, so it makes sense for them to partner up this way.

[safetymom]

Be sure you listen to the podcast this week. :)

[DWFan4Life]

How I wish that I could join Podcast Cruise, that would be fun for sure. :sad2: May you have a great trip.

Have a nice day everyone. :)

[wendyinoc]

I think its a great idea!! I wish RCCL would pick you up from DisneyWorld. Guess that won't be happening but I could wish. I like the Monarch. It was here in Ca for the last few years and I have been on it over 5 times. It's old but you can't beat it for the price. It's great for a short cruise. How is Disney going to keep their price so high with Monarch coming in as a option?