Symphony of the Seas
August 23 - 29, 2026
Costa Maya | Roatan | Cozumel
🚢 New: Excursions Updated | 10-day Countdown Call August 13th @7pm!
Costa Maya | Roatan | Cozumel
Welcome aboard! This site is your central hub for everything related to our Symphony of the Seas group cruise. Whether you’re a seasoned cruiser or a rookie of the seas, you’ll find important updates, planning resources, dining information, packing tips, excursion details, and more as we get closer to sailing. New information will continue to be added regularly, so check back often as the countdown continues!
Use this timeline as a guide to help keep your cruise planning on track. Dates are recommendations, and while many optional purchases can be made later, pricing and availability may change.
Complete the Cruise Planning Check-In survey
Download the Royal Caribbean app and create your Royal Caribbean account
Complete online check-in
Select your terminal arrival time (11:30-12 to board with the group)
Upload your identification and security photo
Consider travel insurance
Finalize your Galveston hotel or Airbnb plans (if needed)
Reserve parking
Reserve onboard entertainment
Purchase beverage or internet packages if desired
Purchase shore excursions
Purchase any last-minute clothing or travel essentials
Make sure all reservations and purchases are complete
Coordinate plans with family and friends (shows, excursions, dining)
Begin gathering travel documents and packing supplies
Join the Final Cruise Countdown Chat (August 13th)
Pack for your cruise
Print luggage tags
Print or save your travel insurance documentation (if purchased)
Review your boarding pass and arrival time
Confirm your hotel, parking, and travel plans
Save important addresses (hotel, parking, port, etc.)
Check the website for final updates
Join us for a casual group chat on August 13th at 7PM Central covering:
Final reminders before sailing
Embarkation day tips & tricks
Packing tips
Last-minute questions
Any new Royal Caribbean Updates
Open Q&A