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CGCG Cruise Concierge Academy™

Knowledge. Confidence. Smooth Sailing.

Welcome to the CGCG Cruise Concierge Academy — your step-by-step cruise preparation resource. Follow the lessons in chronological order to learn what you need to know before boarding, while onboard, and as your cruise comes to an end.

How the Academy Works

01. Start with Lesson 1.
02. Continue through the lessons in numerical order.
03. Watch the embedded videos directly from this page.
04. Return anytime as your cruise approaches.

CGCG Cruise Concierge Academy Schedule

Follow the lessons in order so you can prepare for your cruise one step at a time.

CGCG Cruise Concierge Academy Weekly Lessons Schedule
Ready to begin? Start with Lesson 1 below and continue in chronological order.

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LESSON 1

Welcome Aboard

Begin your cruise preparation by making sure your essential documents and online cruise tools are ready.

Topics Covered
  • Welcome Aboard
  • Travel Documents
  • Royal Caribbean App
  • Royal Caribbean Website
  • Online Check-in

Watch Lesson 1

Watch the complete Lesson 1 video before moving to Lesson 2.

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LESSON 2

Plan Your Onboard Experience

Learn about optional cruise purchases and experiences that may require advance planning or reservations.

Topics Covered
  • Drink Packages
  • Specialty Dining
  • Entertainment Reservations
  • Internet Packages
  • Excursions

Watch Lesson 2

Explore the onboard options you may want to plan before sailing.

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LESSON 3

Prepare for the Complete Cruise Experience

Review key onboard services and important arrangements before and after your cruise.

Topics Covered
  • Gratuities
  • Stateroom Attendant
  • Adventure Ocean Club
  • Pre- and Post-Cruise Accommodations
  • Travel Protection
  • Parking Information

Watch Lesson 3

Learn about onboard service, children’s programming, accommodations, travel protection, and parking.

LESSON 4

Special Needs, Etiquette & Packing

Prepare for accessibility, dietary, medical, mobility, packing, and cruise etiquette considerations.

Topics Covered
  • Special Needs (Dietary, Medical, and Mobility)
  • Cruise Etiquette
  • Packing for the Cruise

Watch Lesson 4

Prepare for individual needs and learn what to pack before sailing.

LESSON 5

Destinations & Onboard Account

Get ready for destination days and understand the basics of your onboard account.

Topics Covered
  • Perfect Day at CocoCay
  • Nassau, Bahamas
  • Onboard Account

Watch Lesson 5

Prepare for your ports of call and learn how your onboard spending account works.

LESSON 6

Embarkation & Disembarkation

Know what to expect on the first and final days of your cruise.

Topics Covered
  • Boarding Day — Embarkation
  • The Final Day — Disembarkation

Watch Lesson 6

Learn how to prepare for arriving at the cruise terminal and leaving the ship at the end of your vacation.

LESSON 7

Other Important Information

Complete your Cruise Concierge Academy journey with additional information that can help you feel prepared for sailing.

Topics Covered
  • Other Important Information

Watch Lesson 7

Complete the Academy and review any final information before your cruise.

Use the Academy at Your Own Pace

Return to this page whenever you need a refresher as your cruise gets closer.

1

Follow the Schedule

Start at Lesson 1 and work through each lesson in chronological order.

2

Watch & Prepare

Use each lesson to complete the corresponding planning tasks for your cruise.

3

Return Anytime

Bookmark this page and revisit lessons whenever you have questions.

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