Welcome to this week's post round up and there was a lot of news and happenings this week in the world of Royal Caribbean.  

In addition to the news this week, we showcased 33 beautiful Royal Caribbean photos worthy of drooling all over your keyboard as well as a list of all the fun onboard outdoor activities on Royal Caribbean ships.

Were you able to catch up with it all?  If not, let's dive into what happened this week for a look back.

Royal Caribbean News

• Royal Caribbean's second quarter financials were released and the company did really well.
• The cruise industry is preparing for new air pollution laws set to go into effect in North America and Royal Caribbean's approach involves something called scrubbers.
• Royal Caribbean was summoned to Congress and pledges to provide lots more onboard crime data.
• Royal Caribbean's plan to redevelop Cape Liberty to make room for Quantum of the Seas was approved by the port.
• We know a little more about the fire on Grandeur of the Seas.
• Royal Caribbean chairman Richard Fain attributes a strong financial quarter to increased revenue and efficiency. 

Join us for the first ever Royal Caribbean Blog Cruise!

We're so excited to announce the first ever group cruise for readers and staff of RoyalCaribbeanBlog.com aboard Quantum of the Seas!  This is an exclusive group where we are inviting you, our readers, to join us on one of the first Quantum of the Seas sailings on an 8-night cruise to the Caribbean.

This Royal Caribbean Blog group cruise is all about enjoying this brand new ship with other fans who are big fans of Royal Caribbean.  Don't miss this opportunity to check out the brand new cruise ship as well as be a part of exclusive events for those that book with our group!

For more details on booking the cruise, the itinerary and prices, check out the Royal Caribbean Blog group cruise page and if you have any questions, email me!

Royal Caribbean Around the Internet

Seatrade Insider has a look at how the China-Japan territorial dispute has affected Royal Caribbean's bottom line.

Cruize Cast has a brand new podcast episode out discussing cruising to Italy.

USA Today has a photo tour of a former Royal Caribbean ship, the Song of America.

The New York Times has a great look at travel bloggers and how they pay for their trips.

It was hot this week outside and the Royal Caribbean news was heating up as well with a little bit of news about some new yet-to-be-built Royal Caribbean cruise ships emerging.

So crank up the air conditioning and enjoy this week's Royal Caribbean news roundup!

Royal Caribbean News

• A company has been selected to provide all of the steel for the third Oasis-class cruise ship that will be built.
• Royal Caribbean is promising to keep a cruise ship in Baltimore despite other cruise lines leaving.
• Royal Caribbean is offering a sale on Christmas week cruises until the end of this month to spur some new holiday traditions.
• We now know handicapped accessible cabin information onboard Quantum of the Seas.
• Do you love labadoozies as much as we do? This week we took a look at this signature Royal Caribbean drink.
• If you're looking to book an excursion on your own, check out our guide to third party excursions.
• Royal Caribbean has scheduled its second quarter financial results call for later this month.

Join us for the first ever Royal Caribbean Blog Cruise!

We're so excited to announce the first ever group cruise for readers and staff of RoyalCaribbeanBlog.com aboard Quantum of the Seas!  This is an exclusive group where we are inviting you, our readers, to join us on one of the first Quantum of the Seas sailings on an 8-night cruise to the Caribbean.

This Royal Caribbean Blog group cruise is all about enjoying this brand new ship with other fans who are big fans of Royal Caribbean.  Don't miss this opportunity to check out the brand new cruise ship as well as be a part of exclusive events for those that book with our group!

For more details on booking the cruise, the itinerary and prices, check out the Royal Caribbean Blog group cruise page and if you have any questions, email me!

Royal Caribbean Around the Internet

Travel Agent Central has a comment by a Royal Caribbean official released following a scathing article on using travel agents to book a cruise.

eTravel Blackboard has an article about why the 2014/2015 summer cruise season in Australia will be the biggest yet.

Florida Today has the results of a new study that says the cruise industry is boosting the local economy in South Florida.

Cruize Cast has a new podcast episode out looking at Carnival Cruise Line.

Happy weekend Royal Caribbean fans!  The big news this week surrounded the return of Grandeur of the Seas to service after more than a month of canceled cruises to repair fire damage to the aft of the ship.  

While a few parts of the ship are still being repaired, most of the ship is good to go. Check out our photo update from onboard Grandeur of the Seas and see how this great ship looks like.

Royal Caribbean News

• The third Oasis-class cruise ship Royal Caribbean has on order has secured financing.
• Wondering how to book an excursion through Royal Caribbean? We share the basic steps on when and how to book your adventures off the ship.
• Word on the street is that Quantum of the Seas will make stops in Bermuda in 2015.
• Speaking of Quantum of the Seas, it looks like the shipyard where she's being built is getting ready to lay the keel.
• Have questions about Royal Caribbean's unlimited alcohol package? Here are answers to all the questions we could think of!
• Want to work for Royal Caribbean and live in Brazil? Royal Caribbean is hiring!

Join us for the first ever Royal Caribbean Blog Cruise!

We're so excited to announce the first ever group cruise for readers and staff of RoyalCaribbeanBlog.com aboard Quantum of the Seas!  This is an exclusive group where we are inviting you, our readers, to join us on one of the first Quantum of the Seas sailings on an 8-night cruise to the Caribbean.

This Royal Caribbean Blog group cruise is all about enjoying this brand new ship with other fans who are big fans of Royal Caribbean.  Don't miss this opportunity to check out the brand new cruise ship as well as be a part of exclusive events for those that book with our group!

For more details on booking the cruise, the itinerary and prices, check out the Royal Caribbean Blog group cruise page and if you have any questions, email me!

Royal Caribbean Around the Internet

USA Today reports we still don't know what started the fire on Grandeur of the Seas.

Cruise Critic is reporting a number of passengers have been bumped off of Grandeur of the Seas due to repairs not being complete.

The Royal Gazette covered a group of students in Bermuda that received Royal Caribbean's Hospitality award scholarship.

Happy Independence Day to our American readers! It's probably very hot where you are so I hope you're able to cool down and enjoy some interesting Royal Caribbean news from this week. So sit back, relax, and enjoy this week's Royal Caribbean news!

Royal Caribbean News

Here's what happened in the world of Royal Caribbean this week

• What's cool on Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas?  We don't know everything about the ship yet but we do have the list of the top five coolest things on Quantum of the Seas.
• Speaking of Quantum of the Seas, Royal Caribbean's CEO hinted at a few more details that we can expect to find on this brand new ship.
• If you're thinking of bringing your toddler on a Royal Caribbean cruise, then check out our in-depth review of the Royal Babies & Tots Nursery.
• Good news coming our way that Grandeur of the Seas fire damage repair work is still on schedule.
• Royal Caribbean was recognized this week by winning Baxter Travel Media’s 2013 Agent’s Choice Awards for the tenth year in a row.

Join us for the first ever Royal Caribbean Blog Cruise!

We're so excited to announce the first ever group cruise for readers and staff of RoyalCaribbeanBlog.com aboard Quantum of the Seas!  This is an exclusive group where we are inviting you, our readers, to join us on one of the first Quantum of the Seas sailings on an 8-night cruise to the Caribbean.

This Royal Caribbean Blog group cruise is all about enjoying this brand new ship with other fans who are big fans of Royal Caribbean.  Don't miss this opportunity to check out the brand new cruise ship as well as be a part of exclusive events for those that book with our group!

For more details on booking the cruise, the itinerary and prices, check out the Royal Caribbean Blog group cruise page and if you have any questions, email me!

Royal Caribbean Around the Internet

Cruise Critic has a list of five ways to get a cruise ship cabin upgrade!

CruizeCast is talking about their favorite specialty restaurants across every cruise line.

Popular Cruising has a photo tour of the Norwegian Getaway shipyard.

Hope you had a great week (maybe one week closer to your next Royal Caribbean cruise?) and you had a chance to keep up with what's new with Royal Caribbean this week. But if not, here's a roundup of this week's news.

Royal Caribbean News

Here's what happened in the world of Royal Caribbean this week

• The travel agency putting together a Paula Deen themed cruise announced they've added a second cruise due to overwhelming demand.
• Have you been to St. Thomas?  We reviewed Magens Bay beach, known around the world for being one of the most beautiful beaches.
• You missed it by now, but did you hear about the one-day sale Royal Caribbean held yesterday?
• J.D. Power released their first cruise line satisfaction survey and Royal Caribbean finished second.
• Do you enjoy a drink (or two) onboard a Royal Caribbean cruise?  We shared our favorite ten bars and lounges across Royal Caribbean's fleet.

Join us for the first ever Royal Caribbean Blog Cruise!

We're so excited to announce the first ever group cruise for readers and staff of RoyalCaribbeanBlog.com aboard Quantum of the Seas!  This is an exclusive group where we are inviting you, our readers, to join us on one of the first Quantum of the Seas sailings on an 8-night cruise to the Caribbean.

This Royal Caribbean Blog group cruise is all about enjoying this brand new ship with other fans who are big fans of Royal Caribbean.  Don't miss this opportunity to check out the brand new cruise ship as well as be a part of exclusive events for those that book with our group!

For more details on booking the cruise, the itinerary and prices, check out the Royal Caribbean Blog group cruise page and if you have any questions, email me!

Royal Caribbean Around the Internet

FIUSM is reporting Royal Caribbean is in the final stages to lease land at Florida International University for the purpose of house their on-board performers.

CruizeCast has released a new podcast episode talking about how to enjoy Greek cruise ports.

CruiseCritic has 13 things they think are worth splurging for onboard your next cruise.

Kuki has a fun blog post looking at the pitfalls in cruise booking.

Summer is here and hopefully you've got a summer cruise lined up in the coming months.  Welcome to our weekly wrap up of what's new and happening at Royal Caribbean.  This is a summary of what happened during this week in the world of everything Royal Caribbean.

This week we've got lots of international Royal Caribbean news, a new (and affordable) cell phone package on Royal Caribbean cruises, and more!

Royal Caribbean News

We’ve gathered this week’s Royal Caribbean news from your favorite cruise ships!

• AT&T launched a new series of cell phone packages for people cruising on Royal Caribbean!
• Royal Caribbean is warning passengers on the June 24 Majesty of the Seas sailing to expect traffic delays.
• Mariner of the Seas visited Shanghai for the first time and was greeted with a special ceremony.
• Royal Caribbean's ChoiceAir has been upgraded to offer a new low price guarantee.
• Italy expects to see 1.5 million tourists visit their country just from Royal Caribbean cruises!

Join us for the first ever Royal Caribbean Blog Cruise!

We're so excited to announce the first ever group cruise for readers and staff of RoyalCaribbeanBlog.com aboard Quantum of the Seas!  This is an exclusive group where we are inviting you, our readers, to join us on one of the first Quantum of the Seas sailings on an 8-night cruise to the Caribbean.

This Royal Caribbean Blog group cruise is all about enjoying this brand new ship with other fans who are big fans of Royal Caribbean.  Don't miss this opportunity to check out the brand new cruise ship as well as be a part of exclusive events for those that book with our group!

For more details on booking the cruise, the itinerary and prices, check out the Royal Caribbean Blog group cruise page and if you have any questions, email me!

Royal Caribbean Around the Internet

Royal Caribbean CEO Adam Goldstein explains how life as a CEO is a lot like life as a NBA point guard.

CruizeCast has a brand new episode available that covers some recent cruising news.

Royal Caribbean Fans found a hotel in South Korea that looks a lot like Royal Caribbean's Sovereign class cruise ships.

Cruise Critic has a list of 12 ways to definitely have a have a miserable cruise!

CruiseCurrents posted a great wrap up of day one from the Cruise3Sixty conference!