Who hasn’t dreamed of having their own personal genie at one time or another? An indefatigable servant who caters to your every whim, arranges exclusive experiences and generally makes wishes come true. Well, Travel Maestro happens to know how to summon a cruise genie! This summer, Royal Caribbean International introduced the Royal Genie, a complimentary amenity to their Star Class Royal Suites.

What Does a Royal Genie Do?

Just like Aladdin’s genie, your Royal Genie is there to serve and delight you. He or she, working with a dedicated Star Class Concierge, will help create experiences, both onboard and on shore, based on your personal desires.

Star Class suites include complimentary access to all specialty restaurants, so your Royal Genie arranges priority dining reservations at your request, including in-suite dining. If you desire a private happy hour, in-suite handcrafted cocktail service is yours for the asking. Or if you want to host a party in your expansive suite, your Royal Genie will take care of all the details. He or she grants you access to private shore excursions and VIP theater seating before they are open to anyone else. They can be your personal shopper onboard, or arrange a personal photographer to capture memories. They also handle any special requests you may have such as sending out laundry, shoe shine service or delivering a DVD from the library.

Several weeks before sailing, Star Class guests receive a questionnaire from their Royal Genie. Questions like, “What would constitute a perfect day for you?” “What are the three things that you and your travel companions have in common?” and “Given the choice of anyone in the world, who would you most like to have dinner with?” help the Genie plan special guest surprises. While they don’t promise to act on every response, they might use the answers to plan a thoughtful surprise, such as putting an AKC picture book in the suite of dog lovers, or arranging a special chocolate turndown treat for honeymooners.

The Royal Genie escorts Star Class guests on and off the ship with priority boarding and fast pass privileges. They see to express luggage handling. Just like the best butler, they will unpack and pack for you, leaving you free to enjoy the sail away and your last night at sea.

How Do You Get a Royal Genie?

Only the top tier Star Class Royal Suites have the bespoke amenity of a Royal Genie at their service. Royal Genie service is complimentary in Star Class and cannot be purchased by guests in other accommodations, making it an elite privilege.

Royal Class Suites are a new level of luxury that debuted on Royal Caribbean’s Oasis and Quantum Class ships in May 2016. Suite accommodations and complimentary amenities are categorized into three tiers:

• Star Class includes the largest and most lavish accommodations, including the two-deck high Royal Loft Suite, the Owner’s Loft Suite, Four Bedroom Family Suite, Grand Loft Suite, Sky Loft Suite and Two Bedroom AquaTheater Suite. In addition to the exclusive services of a Royal Genie and complimentary specialty dining access, Star Class guests receive the Unlimited Beverage Package, full access to Coastal Kitchen, unlimited W-Fi access on one device, access to the Suite Lounge, daily gratuities, exclusive Signature Activities, exclusive Suite Beach Access and more.
• Sky Class accommodations are beautifully furnished staterooms such as the AquaTheater Suite, Crown Loft Suite, Owner’s Suite, Royal Family Suite, Superior Grand Suite and Grand Suite. Sky Class amenities include lunch and dinner access to Coastal Kitchen, complimentary Wi-Fi on one device, Concierge service, access to the Suite Lounge, exclusive Signature Activities, Suites Beach Access and bottled water.
• Sea Class offers premium touches in spacious suites such as the Family Connected Junior Suite, Family Junior Suite, Spa Junior Suite and Junior Suite. Sea Class guests have dinner access to Coastal Kitchen.

Stop hunting through antique stores for a magic lamp with a genie inside. Instead, contact the expert cruise advisors at Covington Travel to summon your own Royal Genie on a Royal Caribbean cruise!

Disclosure: Covington Travel is pleased to recognize Royal Caribbean International as a valued partner and sponsor of this post.