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Mariner of the Seas
Immerse yourself in the enchanting rhythms of Calypso steel drums and the grandeur of Mayan ruins on a Caribbean cruise. Sail to the Caribbean and uncover the world of cliff-diving, swaying breezes, soft sandy beaches, and a laid-back island lifestyle. Centuries of history have left behind ancient jungle ruins and colorful colonial towns with buildings that narrate a captivating past. Explore the white-sand shores and rugged cliffs of Barbados, witness towering peaks like Petit Piton in St. Lucia, venture into the lush rainforests of Belize, or get your heart racing as you zip-line through the treetops of Labadee or Honduras. For those seeking tranquility in nature, spend your day admiring the cascading waterfalls in Jamaica and the vibrant coral reefs of Bonaire, home to majestic manta rays and vibrant parrot fish. Uncover the magic of the Caribbean with a cruise.
Book your Mariner of the Seas Cruise
Galveston serves as a popular cruise departure point in Texas, offering travelers a convenient gateway to various cruise destinations in the Caribbean and Mexico.
Mariner of the Seas Overview
Mariner of the Seas, a Voyager-class vessel in the Royal Caribbean fleet, is a spacious and well-appointed ocean-going resort offering a wide range of amenities. Sports enthusiasts can take advantage of the rock-climbing wall, ice-skating rink, miniature golf course, and a full-size basketball court. Thrill-seekers will be delighted by The Perfect Storm, a trio of three-story high-speed racer slides, as well as a thrilling glow-in-the-dark laser tag course. Those with a penchant for puzzles and mysteries can immerse themselves in the Escape Room: Observatorium, where they’ll tackle mind-bending riddles while embarking on a journey through time and space.
Cruise to Caribbean and discover the cliff-diving, breeze-swaying, sand-between-your-toes, no-worries pace of island life. Hundreds of years of history have left jungle ruins from ancient times and vibrant colonial towns with brightly painted buildings reflecting a fascinating history. Discover the white-sand beaches and rugged cliffs of Barbados. See towering mountains like Petit Piton in St. Lucia, explore the lush rainforests of Belize, or boost your adrenaline as you zip-line through the treetops of Labadee or Honduras. If calm, contemplative nature is more your thing, spend the day admiring cascading waterfalls in Jamaica and the vivid coral reefs of Bonaire, home to manta rays and parrot fish. Discover the magic with a Caribbean cruise.”
Royal Caribbean Payments & Refunds
To reserve your cabin and lock in the final price, you will be required to place a deposit on your cruise. After you have placed a deposit to secure your reservation, you will be asked to pay the remaining balance of your fare at the final payment due date.
Deposit and Final Payment
| Cruise Length | Cabin Category | Deposit Amount | Final Payment Due Date |
| 1 to 4 nights | Suite categories | 10% of the cruise fare or $100, whichever is the greater amount | 75 days prior to sailing |
| All other categories | $100 per person $250 per person for Bermuda itineraries only | ||
| 5 nights | Suite categories | 10% of the cruise fare or $100, whichever is the greater amount | 90 days prior to sailing |
| All other categories | $100 per person $250 per person for Bermuda itineraries only | ||
| 6 to 9 nights | Suite categories | 10% of the cruise fare or $250, whichever is the greater amount | 90 days prior to sailing |
| All other categories | $250 per person | ||
| 10+ nights | Suite categories | 10% of the cruise fare or $450, whichever is the greater amount | 90 days prior to sailing |
| All other categories | $450 per person |
Note: Select promotions require full payment at the time of booking.
Royal Caribbean accepts Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Optima, Diner’s Club International and Discover cards.
Cancellations and Refunds
Penalties may apply if you cancel or change your reservation. Penalties can be up to 100% of the amount paid, and deposits are often non-refundable. We recommend purchasing insurance to protect against covered unexpected events. Please check with your Vacations To Go cruise counselor for cancellation and refund policies for Royal Caribbean cruises.
All beverages except tea and water are at an extra cost. Juice and coffee free with breakfast. Soft drink card available. Wine & Dine wine package available.
Dining on Royal Caribbean is an adventure, with many exciting options to choose from. Enjoy a lively meal in one of the main dining rooms, where your personal server will greet you with your favorite cocktail and prepare exotic desserts at your table, or linger over a romantic table for two at one of the luxurious specialty restaurants. Royal Caribbean also offers casual cafés and 24-hour room service. There will be a service charge of $7.95 per delivery for room service orders.
Main Dining Room Policies
Royal Caribbean guests are assigned to one of two seatings in the main dining room for their evening meal, early or late. The early and late seating times can vary by ship or itinerary, but are usually at around 6:15 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., respectively. Royal Caribbean also offers My Time Dining, which allows you to dine in the main dining room anytime between the hours of 6:00 – 9:30 pm (times vary by ship).
Dress Code
With the exception of formal nights, dress is casual. 3, 4 and 5 night cruises have one formal night. 6 and 7 night cruises have two formal nights. Cruises that last longer than 8 nights will typically have three formal nights. For casual dinners, appropriate attire for men is slacks (no jeans) and a sports shirt, while women are advised to wear slacks and blouse, a sundress or a pantsuit. At informal dinners, men are expected to wear a jacket or sports coat, with or without a tie, or a collared shirt, whereas women should don a dress, blouse and skirt, or pantsuit. On formal evenings, men should wear a dark suit or a tuxedo, while women should dress in an evening gown or cocktail dress. Shorts, t-shirts and swimwear are never permitted in the main dining room.
Specialty Dining Packages
| 6-9 Night Cruises | 3 Night Package | Unlimited Package | |
| Quantum and Oasis Class Ships | $99 per person | $29 per person, per day | |
| All Other Ships | $79 per person | $24 per person, per day | |
| 10+ Night Cruises | 3 Night Package | 5 Night Package | Unlimited Package |
| Quantum and Oasis Class Ships | $99 per person | $139 per person | $20 per person, per day |
| All Other Ships | $79 per person | $119 per person | $20 per person, per day |
Special Requests
Special meals are available including low-fat, vegetarian, gluten-free, lactose-free, low/no sodium and low/no cholesterol meals, as well as sugar-free and fat-free desserts. Kosher meals are available on all ships and itineraries and must be requested at least 90 days prior to sailing for European and South American itineraries, and at least 45 days in advance for all other itineraries. Kosher for Passover meal requests must be received at least 90 days in advance in order to be accommodated.
 | The Sound of Music Dining Room (Main Dining Room) Cuisine: Continental Dress Code: 2 formal nights, 2 semi-formal, others casual or ‘smart casual’. Surcharge: No Reservations Required: Yes Hours Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. -9:30 a.m. Lunch: 12 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Dinner: Early – 6:00-6:30 p.m., Late – 8:00-8:30 p.m. |
 | Top Hat and Tails Dining Room (Main Dining Room) Cuisine: Continental Dress Code: 2 formal nights, 2 semi-formal, others casual or ‘smart casual’. Surcharge: No Reservations Required: Yes Hours Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. -9:30 a.m. Lunch: 12 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Dinner: Early – 6:00-6:30 p.m., Late – 8:00-8:30 p.m. |
 | Rhapsody in Blue Dining Room (Main Dining Room) Cuisine: Continental Dress Code: 2 formal nights, 2 semi-formal, others casual or ‘smart casual’. Surcharge: No Reservations Required: Yes Hours Breakfast: 7:30 a.m. -9:30 a.m. Lunch: 12 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. Dinner: Early – 6:00-6:30 p.m., Late – 8:00-8:30 p.m. |
 | Chops Grille Cuisine: Steakhouse Dress Code: Smart casual (formal on formal nights) Surcharge: Yes Reservations Required: Yes Hours Dinner Only: 6:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. |
 | Johnny Rocket’s Cuisine: ’50s Diner Dress Code: Casual Surcharge: Yes, $9.95 per person Reservations Required: No Hours Ask onboard |
 | Windjammer Cuisine: Buffet Dress Code: Casual Surcharge: No Reservations Required: No Hours Ask onboard |
 | Cafe Promenade Cuisine: Pizza, sandwiches, ice cream, coffee, cupcakes Dress Code: Casual Surcharge: Ask onboard Reservations Required: No Hours Ask onboard |
 | Jamie’s Italian Cuisine: Italian Dress Code: Ask onboard Surcharge: Yes, ask onboard for amount Reservations Required: Yes Hours: Ask onboard |
 | Izumi Cuisine: Japanese Dress Code: Casual Surcharge: Yes, a la carte pricing Reservations Required: Yes Hours: Lunch and dinner only, ask onboard for hours |
 | Chef’s Table Cuisine: Continental Dress Code: Smart casual Surcharge: Yes, ask onboard Reservations Required: Yes Hours Check onboard for hours |
 | Starbucks Cuisine: Coffee Dress Code: Casual Surcharge: Yes, a la carte pricing Reservations Required: No Hours: Check onboard for hours |
 | Boardwalk Dog House Cuisine: Hot dogs, sausages and linked meats Dress Code: Casual Surcharge: Yes, a la carte pricing Reservations Required: No Hours Check onboard for hours |
In addition to the restaurants mentioned above, the ship also features an ice cream parlour and 24-hour room service. There will be a service charge of $7.95 per delivery for room service orders.
Note: Open seating at dinner (My Time Dining) is also available in the main dining area
Mariner of the Seas Wireless Internet
| VOOM Surf + Stream Internet Package Price per day, per device | ||||
| Itinerary | 1 Device | 2 Devices | 3 Devices | 4 Devices |
| Short Caribbean Itineraries | $26.99 | $19.99 | $19.99 | $19.99 |
| All Other Itineraries | $23.99 | $15.99 | $15.99 | $15.99 |
VOOM is Royal Caribbean’s exclusive high-speed internet service. Stay connected with friends and family all cruise long with 24 hour access. The VOOM Surf + Stream Internet Package lets you message and video chat on messenger services, browse the web, send emails and post on social media, and video chat live. Plus stream your favorite videos, movies, music and shows.
Pre-Cruise Pricing: Most VOOM Surf + Stream packages are discounted up to 20% off onboard pricing. Check Pre-Cruise Planner for pricing for individual voyages. Surf packages are available for purchase pre-cruise for certain voyages, check the Cruise Planner for availability.
For the younger crowd, Adventure Ocean provides hours of enjoyment for kids aged 3 to 17, complete with two teen-only areas known as the Living Room and Fuel Dance Club. The Royal Promenade, a four-deck-high “street” extending longer than a football field, is brimming with shops, eateries, and bars. The day spa and fitness center offer state-of-the-art exercise equipment, sauna, spa treatment rooms, and a beauty salon. Dining options encompass a three-tiered dining room, the Windjammer Café, and the ’50s-style Johnny Rockets diner, as well as the reservations-only Chops Grille restaurant. Several popular evening hangouts, including Vintages wine bar and the Latin-themed Boleros lounge, provide the perfect setting for relaxation. The Casino is a hub of excitement as guests try their luck at poker, blackjack, and roulette. Before attending a Broadway-style musical production at the Savoy Theater, guests can savor a cocktail at the Polynesian-themed Bamboo Room. Every stateroom is equipped with a sitting area, vanity area, and a private bathroom.
Mariner of the Seas Parking Information
Departure for Royal Caribbean International’s Mariner of the Seas will be via Cruise Terminal 10. Parking can be found at one of several outdoor parking garages, covered parking lots, indoor parking garages, or the is also free cruise parking at one of the many cruise friendly hotels on the island. Simply arrive the day before departure and stay as a guest at their hotel and you can safely park your car with them until you return from your cruise.
The Official Port Of Galveston Parking - Galveston Park
Our Port of Galveston discount cruise parking allows cruise passengers to reserve a parking spot when sailing out of Galveston. Find where to park in Galveston for Cruises for the port of Galveston parking. Find Parking near Galveston Cruise for Carnival and other cruises. With the pre-paid parking program, the Port is offering discounted parking rates for spots in the Port of Galveston’s official parking lots. Cruise passengers can secure a spot in advance through our online service and be sure to secure a worry free spot for parking near Galveston Cruise Port. This port parking can be used by Carnival Cruise parking. We value our customers and so if you Park by the Ports, it is safe cruise parking.
What you need to know before visiting Galveston
Operating out of Galveston Island, the Port of Galveston is at the heart of cruise life and sits in the West Bay at the beginning of the Houston Ship Channel. This port currently has 3 cruise terminals and serves, on average, over 1 million cruise passengers a year. Located on Harborside Drive in Galveston, the port is connected to the mainland via the San Luis Pass toll bridge and Interstate 45. The city’s cruise industry has grown significantly over the years, making it a key player in the Gulf of Mexico cruise market.
Galveston - Destination details
Captivating destination that offers a blend of rich history, beautiful beaches, vibrant culture, and numerous activities for visitors
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Before Cruising Itinerary
Relax and Explore Galveston by visiting some of the most delicious seafood restaurants and steak houses in the area, or explore the iconic Moody Gardens and Pleasure Pier.
