Living the Suite Life: My Weekend Aboard Navigator of the Seas

I just returned from a whirlwind weekend escape aboard Royal Caribbean’s Navigator of the Seas, sailing to Ensenada—and let me tell you, this quick getaway packed in more fun, luxury, and connection than I could’ve imagined!

Sure, I’ve cruised many ships to many places, but this one was special. Why? Because I was sailing with fellow travel pros from Somewhere Beyond Vacations—and I was determined to be intentional about soaking up every ounce of the experience. Spoiler alert: mission accomplished.

First Things First: Let’s Talk Drinks 🍹

I kicked things off by pre-purchasing the Deluxe Beverage Package—and on a short cruise, it's a no-brainer. The math says you need about eight drinks per day to make it worthwhile. Challenge accepted! (Though I’m not sure I’d want to keep that pace for a 10-day cruise... yikes!) The real win? Freedom to explore the drink menu guilt-free. Didn’t love your cocktail? No worries—just try something else. I sipped everything from Tangueray martinis to after dinner bourbons without thinking twice

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Suite Dreams Really Do Come True 💫

Since this was a short cruise on an older ship, I decided it was the perfect time to experiment with Royal Caribbean’s Suite Class. I booked an Ocean View Panoramic Suite—think of it as a Junior Suite on the bigger ships. What I got? A jaw-dropping space nearly double the size of a regular stateroom, with floor-to-ceiling windows offering a panoramic view straight off the bow. I could’ve happily stayed in that room all weekend 

with a glass of champagne and called it a perfect vacation!

But wait—there’s more.

Enter: The Concierge Who Does It All

I didn’t quite know what to expect from having a concierge onboard... until I met Denzel, our Suite Class MVP. This guy didn’t just point me to perks—he delivered them. Daily appetizers and cocktails in the exclusive Suite Lounge? Check. Breakfast at Chops every morning without the crowds? Yes, please. Reserved VIP seating at every show and priority disembarkation (because who wants to wait in a line on their way back to reality)? Absolutely.

But the true wow moment? One night, while I was laughing with friends in the dining room, a waiter appeared with a phone. “It’s for you,” he said. It was Denzel, tracking me down to personally deliver the news of an extra perk he’d just secured. Concierge level: ninja.

The Verdict: Once You Go Suite…

There’s just one problem with cruising Suite Class: it ruins you. Seriously. I might never be able to go back to a regular stateroom again. The VIP treatment, the space, the views—it all spoiled me in the best way.

So, if you’re thinking about a short cruise to recharge, reconnect, or just indulge in a little Suite Life luxury... I say go for it. You might be surprised just how unforgettable a weekend at sea can be reach out to Tam today to book your next suite!