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How to See the Caribbean Like a VIP<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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  1. Book a Suite<\/li>\n
  2. Dine Out<\/li>\n
  3. Get Zen \u2014 and Glam<\/li>\n
  4. Go Behind the Scenes<\/li>\n
  5. Visit Private Beaches<\/li>\n
  6. Rent a Cabana<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n

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    You worked hard to get to the first day of your vacation and you want to make the most of it. If you\u2019re looking to reward yourself with a little extra pampering (and don\u2019t mind paying a little extra for some special perks), consider these 6 tips for upgrading your cruise experience and seeing the Caribbean like a VIP.<\/p>\n

    Onboard Your Ship<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

    1.\u00a0<\/strong>Book a Suite<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Travel in comfort\u2014and with a view from your own balcony\u2014by booking a suite<\/a> for your cruise. Carnival\u2019s suites provide more room than regular staterooms (sleeping up to 5 guests), and<\/em> they come with additional perks and amenities, including priority embarkation and debarkation. Many suites also have a tub, so you can enjoy a relaxing soak after an adventurous day in port.<\/p>\n

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    2.\u00a0<\/strong>Dine Out<\/strong><\/p>\n

    For lots of people, particularly families, the beauty of cruising is the fact that all of your meals are included in your ticket. While that\u2019s true of most eateries onboard, there are<\/em> some outlets that require a nominal up-charge. But these restaurants<\/a> are the ones who specialize in a cuisine, whether it\u2019s steak, seafood or sushi, making them absolutely worth a small premium. They\u2019re the perfect place for special occasion dinners, and a great way to spoil yourself and your loved ones. Another way to feel like a VIP? How does breakfast in bed sound?<\/p>\n

    3.\u00a0<\/strong>Get Zen \u2014 and Glam<\/strong><\/p>\n

    You\u2019re finally on vacation, but it can be hard to let go of all the pent-up energy that went into the planning that led you to this moment. A visit to the onboard spa, Cloud 9<\/a>, will help melt away any remnants of stress, with their lineup of massages, facials, and even acupuncture. A Hydrotherapy Pool and thermal suites take the relaxation and pampering up a notch; while hair and beauty services will help you get glam for nights of celebration. There are even dedicated spa treatments for teens at ZSPA.<\/p>\n

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    4.\u00a0<\/strong>Go Behind the Scenes<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Nothing says \u201cVIP\u201d like getting special access to places most members of the public can\u2019t visit. When you\u2019re in port, you can get the velvet-rope experience by signing up for a shore excursion<\/a> that includes a behind-the-scenes tour of a local business or cultural institution. These can include chocolatiers, artisan workshops and art galleries. Let the folks at the shore excursion desk know what you\u2019re interested in and they\u2019ll help you find a tour to give you that special \u201call-access\u201d experience.<\/p>\n

    5.\u00a0<\/strong>Visit Private Beaches<\/strong><\/p>\n

    We can\u2019t all buy our own private islands, but we can<\/em> visit exclusive island beaches far from the crowds. There are a number of ports of call that were designed specifically for cruisers, featuring all the amenities you could want in one convenient location. The best of these\u2014like Half Moon Cay<\/a> and Princess Cays<\/a>\u2014offer acres of pristine sand and crystalline water for you to enjoy, along with plenty of activities and tours that will occupy many of your fellow passengers and leave even more of the beach to you.<\/p>\n

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    6. Rent a Cabana<\/strong><\/p>\n

    Beach umbrellas and loungers are great. But for a true VIP experience, you can spring for a cabana or villa rental in ports like Half Moon Cay, Princess Cays, Amber Cove<\/a>, and Mahogany Bay<\/a>. Most are air-conditioned and furnished with comfy seating and hammocks; some with showers and hot tubs as well. With butler service, fresh fruit and bottled water to welcome you, there couldn\u2019t be a more exclusive way to enjoy the Caribbean\u2019s best beaches. It\u2019s the perfect way to cruise when you want to vacation like a VIP.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"How to See the Caribbean Like a VIP Book a Suite Dine Out Get Zen \u2014 and Glam Go Behind … read more<\/a>","protected":false},"author":66,"featured_media":5520,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[67,5,74,4],"tags":[21,22],"class_list":["post-5486","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-caribbean","category-cruising-fun","category-how-to-plan","category-travel","tag-planning","tag-tips"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"\n6 Ways to See the Caribbean Like a VIP | Carnival Cruise Line<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Upgrade your vacation with these tips for seeing the Caribbean like a VIP on your Caribbean cruise with Carnival.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, 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