FAQ

When and where is the ship going?
The Beat of the Sea sails on November 1 through 5, 2023, aboard Royal Caribbean’s Oasis of the Seas from Miami, FL. We will call on Nassau, Bahamas, and Perfect Day CocoCay, which is Royal Caribbean’s private island utopia.
What’s included in the price online?

* Round-Trip cruise from Miami, FL, with luxury accommodations of your choice

* Taxes, fees & port expenses
* Prepaid Gratuities
* All live performances, parties, and events by the official The Beat of the Sea artists. (This does not include special A-list hosted events by the artists who may require sign-up and a fee.


* Most meals onboard – Oasis of the Seas has 9 different restaurants that are included in the cost of your cruise. They are as follows:

  • Main Dining Room 
  • Windjammer Café
  • El Loco Fresh
  • Promenade Café
  • Park Café
  • The Dog House
  • Sorrento’s Pizza
  • Solarium Bistro
  • Coastal Kitchen (Suite Guests only)

 

* Complimentary house beverages at Windjammer

  • Iced Tea
  • Tap Water
  • Lemonade
  • Strawberry Kiwi Enhanced Water
  • Peach Mango Enhanced Water
  • Coffee
  • Tea

 

* Activities and Recreation: Fitness Center, Pools, Whirlpools, Sports Court, Jogging Track, Zipline, FlowRider Surf Simulator, Rock Climbing Wall, Perfect Storm Waterslides, Ultimate Abyss, Laser Tag, Escape Room, and much more.
* In-room TV and movies (excludes pay-per-view movies)
* Full-service housekeeping (twice a day)
* Welcome Gift
* Beach Chairs and Umbrellas at Perfect Day Cococay (first come, first served)

What is not included?
  • Air and ground transportation to and from Port of Miami
  • Ground transportation and shore excursions at each port of call.
  • Pre- and post-cruise lodging should you need it.
  • Personal expenditures and purchases such as photos, souvenirs, spa services, personal training, and some fitness classes
  • Gambling
  • Travel Insurance/Trip protection
Can my special needs be accommodated?

The Beat of the Sea and Royal Caribbean strives to foster the most accessible cruise vacation experience for all guests. Click here for Royal Caribbean’s Accessibility for All Brochure. (PDF attached in folder)

Does Oasis of the Seas have wheelchair-accessible staterooms?

Yes! Oasis of the seas has a variety of staterooms designated to accommodate guests with mobility disabilities and other disabilities that require the features of an accessible stateroom. Please get in touch with a TBOTS travel specialist at 888.XXX.XXXX

Are payment plans available?

We offer 3 payment plans.

  1. Pay in full at the time of booking/registration and enjoy a discount of 5% off your cruise fare
  2. Follow the official The Beat of the Sea payment schedule, which will require a specific amount every other month or so.
  3. Special financing through UpLift – reach out to UpLift to determine your terms and conditions regarding repayment.
What documentation do I need to present at the pier to join The Beat of the Sea?

US Citizens: an original valid US passport with an expiration date of 6 months or more from the travel date OR valid state ID and an original official birth certificate. No exceptions will be made.


US Permanent Residents: you must have a US Permanent Resident Card, and a passport from your home country is strongly recommended. Click here for more information.


Non-US Citizen/Non-US Resident: You must have a passport and the necessary visa to enter the United States.

Will I be required to be vaccinated against COVID19 to participate?

Presently, Royal Caribbean is welcoming all guests aboard their fleet of ships. Unvaccinated guests must present a negative COVID-19 test taken within 3 days of embarkation.

What is the cancellation policy?

Due to contractual obligations, in the event of a guest cancellation, all monies paid up until that point are non-refundable. All guests are highly encouraged to protect their investment by purchasing travel insurance which ultimately could provide them with a reimbursement should the cancellation be for a covered reason. Guests also have the option of changing the name of their traveling companion. This change would be subject to a name change fee of $75.00 admin fee and can only be allowed if one original guest remains on the reservation. If both names have changed, the booking must be canceled and rebooked with the new guests’ names at prevailing rates.
Is there an age requirement? Are children allowed to sail?
Passengers must be 21 years or older on the date the ship embarks. Passengers between 18-20 are permitted to sail if they are accompanied by an adult 21 years of age or older in the same or adjoining cabin. Guests who are 17 and under are welcomed onboard but not to any of our special events, and they must be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian occupying the same or adjoining cabin.

How do I make my reservation?

Reservations can be made online at TheBeatoftheSea.com or by contacting our contact center via telephone Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 6 pm EST, and Saturdays from 10 AM to 2 PM.

What Type of cabin should I reserve?

The cabin you choose can make or break your experience. However, we have a team of reservation specialists ready to help and share with you the good, the bad, and the beauty of each cabin choice. Here is a crash course on the cabins aboard Oasis of the Seas. There are 5 main cabin types: Inside, Ocean View, Neighborhood Balconies, Oceanview Balconies, and Suites.

Inside cabins are the lowest in cost and are the smallest in size. There is more than enough room for 2 adults or even 2 adults and 2 smaller children; however, you should know that you will not have a window to the outside. Inside cabins are ideal for those with motion sickness who try to stretch every dollar as much as possible or plan on spending little time in their room.

Ocean View cabins are similar to the Inside cabins regarding layout and size; the big difference is that these cabins offer a porthole or window (which does not open) to view the outside. This is beneficial when deciding what to wear based on the weather.

In general, balcony cabins are larger and offer spectacular views depending on the type you booked. Your cabin will include a private balcony with a small table and two chairs. Neighborhood balconies overlook either Central Park or the Boardwalk, limiting the amount of privacy in your balcony compared to an Oceanview Balcony. Oceanview Balconies have their balconies facing the ocean.

Suites are the biggest cabins onboard the ship. You can expect larger balconies and separate seating areas. They also come with various amenities and services unavailable to those in different cabin types.

You can view detailed descriptions for each here.

How can I view and make changes to my reservation?

After you make your booking, it can be viewed here. Some changes to your reservation can be done online; however, if you need any additional support, please don’t hesitate to call our Reservation specialists at XXX-XXX-XXXX.

When should I arrive at the cruise port?

The Beat of the Sea embarks from Miami, FL, on Wednesday, November 1, 2023, at 4:30 pm EST. All guests are required to arrive at the pier no later than 2 hours before departure. Boarding on embarkation day typically begins at 10:30-11 am and will run till 2:30-3 pm EST.

If I’m flying, when should I schedule my flights?

If you have decided to fly in, we highly recommend you arrive the day before the cruise and schedule your return home on the day of disembarkation no earlier than Noon.

Can I bring alcohol on board?

Guests can only bring two 750ml bottles of champagne or wine per stateroom in their carry-on luggage. Bringing beer or hard liquor is strictly forbidden.

Can I bring bottled Water or soda onboard?

Guests may bring non-alcoholic beverages as carry-on items on boarding day. Beverages may not exceed 12 (12 oz) cans, bottles, or cartons per stateroom.

What is the online check-in process?

All guests are requested to complete the online check-in process with Royal Caribbean at least 3 days before sailing.

How and when can I purchase pre-cruise packages and activities?

After you make your reservation, you will receive a Royal Caribbean booking number. With this number, you can access Royal Caribbeans’ Cruise Planner, where packages and activities can be pre-reserved.

Lucas Prata

Lucas Prata

Lucas Prata (born December 30, 1978) is an American house musician and DJ from New York City. His singles include “Never Be Alone”, “And She Said”, “Love of My Life”, and “Let’s Get It On”. In the summer of 2000, Prata joined Salt-n-Pepa as the opening act for their 96-city North American tour, around the time of his hit single “Fly Away” At an audition at the C+C Music Factory studios, Prata met Ricky Crespo, the programmer/co-producer for C+C, and they began working together on music that was played on major radio stations across the US. Prata’s hit single “Let’s get it on” became a #1 hit in 18 markets in the US.

Over the following months, Prata’s singles “Never Be Alone”, “And She Said”, and “Love of My Life” (featuring Reina) all received substantial airplay on radio stations WKTU and WMPH. The second single from his debut album, “And She Said”, had crossover success on the New York City pop station, Z100 where it gained national exposure, holding the #1 dance airplay single spot for four consecutive weeks in Billboard. The track became the 2006 New York Mets anthem, in a parody version, “And We Say…Let’s Go Mets”, written by David Brody from New York’s Elvis Duran and the Morning Show, which Prata performed live at the team’s 2006 postseason rally on October 3. In 2008, Coca Cola and the Olympics in conjunction with Ultra Records used “And She Said…” as part of their campaign along with a dedicated bottle.

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