Curious about cruising and considering your next vacation? If easy planning, great value and waking up in a different destination each day sound like the makings of your ideal getaway, then a cruise is well worth taking. Not to mention the lineup of amazing adventures and cultural experiences fit for everyone in your group.

We could all use a change of scenery and a breath of fresh air— daydreaming of your next vacation is great for now but few things come close to the real thing. When you’re ready to get back out there, rest assured, you have a comfortable home away from home waiting for you on board. Part of any memorable cruise with Royal Caribbean is the lengths we go for your safety and well-being. We even have an app that makes planning your day-to-day seamless, maximizes the hands-free parts of your vacation and gives you more time to just enjoy your getaway.

For many travelers, a Caribbean vacation means visiting renowned spots like Jamaica or The Bahamas. While these destinations offer beautiful beaches and rich cultures, there are some lesser-known Caribbean islands that can further broaden your experience, whether you’re looking for untouched beaches or incredible historical sites. Now, with more than 7,000 islands in the Caribbean—dozens of which you can visit on a Royal Caribbean cruise, where should you start?

The muster (or safety) drill—a mandatory practice at the beginning of each cruise designed to show guests where they should go in the unlikely event of an emergency, how to put on a life jacket and other safety measures. It’s incredibly important, but it’s also the least favorite part of the cruise for guests since it requires pausing your vacation just when it’s getting started.