Royal Caribbean Cruise Line Named First Autism Friendly Cruise Line

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Royal Caribbean Cruise Line, which has been voted Best Cruise Line Overall by Travel Weekly for 11 consecutive years, recently became the very first cruise line to earn an “Autism Friendly” certification from Autism on the Seas. Through Royal Caribbean’s autism friendly cruises, there are special programs to assist families with autism. Families can now cruise with peace of mind with new amenities, designed just for an autism friendly cruise.

Royal Caribbean offers features to help families with autism, including:

  • Family movies shown in a low-lit, low-volume, autism friendly environment.
  • Toy lending bags with autism friendly toys
  • Youth staff tour, consultation, and activities to accommodate the child’s specifics needs.
  • A “social story,” available to parent before cruising, to help explain the cruise experience.
  • Priority check-in, boarding, and departure
  • Special dietary accommodations, including gluten-free options
  • Adventure Ocean Youth Program specialized grouping
  • Adventure Ocean toilet-trained policy exception

Is your family planning to enjoy a Royal Caribbean Cruise Line vacation?

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