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How much is the Royal Loft suite?

6. Royal Loft Suite, Royal Caribbean: $8,572/night. This one-of-a-kind room, designed with large families in mind, features an in-room slide, a private cinema with an 85-inch high-definition TV and all the best video games, a 212-square-foot balcony complete with table tennis and a full-size whirlpool.



The Royal Loft Suite, primarily found on Royal Caribbean's Oasis-class and Quantum-class ships (like Symphony of the Seas or Wonder of the Seas), is one of the most expensive and luxurious accommodations at sea. While prices fluctuate wildly based on the itinerary, time of year, and ship age, a 7-night sailing in a Royal Loft Suite typically ranges from $20,000 to $60,000 for two people. During peak holiday weeks, such as Christmas or New Year's, the price can easily exceed $80,000. For this premium price, guests get a two-deck-high suite featuring a private balcony with an outdoor dining area and a whirlpool, a grand piano, and a master bedroom overlooking the ocean through floor-to-ceiling glass walls. The suite also comes with the "Star Class" service, which includes a "Royal Genie" (a dedicated personal butler), complimentary specialty dining, a deluxe beverage package, and priority access to all onboard entertainment. While the price tag is equivalent to a luxury car, these suites are often booked a year or more in advance by high-net-worth travelers seeking a private, villa-style experience while enjoying the massive amenities of a modern mega-ship.

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With pricing starting at more than $12,000 per night ? and none less than $4,000 per night, the list is as notable for cruise lines that didn't make it as for those that did. Leading the list is the Regent Suite from Regent Seven Seas Cruises, a spot the cruise line has firmly held onto for several years.

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Booking and Pricing The cost for the full 274-day cruise starts at $60,999 per person for an interior cabin; a 10 percent discount for paying in full brings it down to $54,899 per person. Balcony staterooms start at $78,999 per person ($71,099 with the pay-in-full discount).

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Can you live on a cruise ship? Yes, and here's how much it costs. Buying into a ship like the MV Narrative is a way to travel the world with fewer hassles, one buyer told CNBC Travel.

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Staying in a suite can bring you all sorts of value-added perks on ships that normally would come with an extra charge, from complimentary Wi-Fi access to meals in extra-charge restaurants.

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In most cases, an upgraded cabin is always better than the most basic room on board. The only thing stopping you from splurging on a larger space, a private balcony and extra perks is your budget. If you change your mind once you've booked, you'll find several ways to upgrade your cabin to a higher-category room.

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Reserved exclusively for guests of Grand Suite-level accommodations and above, the Suite Lounge serves complimentary continental breakfast and evening drinks.

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Royal Suite Class offers three tiers of accommodations, based on the suite category, Star, Sky, and Sea.

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Royal Caribbean's ships are some of the largest afloat, so they're well prepared to accommodate families of five. On the line's popular Oasis and Freedom Classes of ships, a variety of standard cabins in inside, oceanview and balcony categories sleep five or even six.

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Priority embarkation is offered to suite guests (except Junior Suite) and Crown & Anchor Society members on the following tiers: Platinum, Emerald, Diamond, Diamond Plus and Pinnacle.

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Regent Suite, Regent Seven Seas: $11,000/night. Perhaps the most expensive cruise ship suite -- and the most coveted -- belongs to luxury line Regent Seven Seas, which seems to outdo itself with each new ship.

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Generally speaking, the most affordable mainstream cruise lines include Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, MSC Cruises, and Norwegian Cruise Line. The more upscale cruise lines will cost you more, such as Virgin Voyages, Princess Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, and Viking Cruises.

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The cost of living onboard a cruise ship varies depending on the type of cabin you choose and the amenities you desire. Generally, retirees can expect to pay anywhere from $1,500 - $3,000 per month for accommodation, meals, entertainment, and other activities.

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The bottom line is that in some cases, spending an extended amount of time on a cruise ship can be more cost effective -- as well as more enjoyable -- than a nursing home or retirement community. But it isn't for everyone.

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Some cruise lines offer cabins for sale, allowing you to own your place at sea. Other ships accommodate extended trips, such as 180 days or more. You also need to decide what to do about your current housing situation. You might rent your home while you set sail or divide your time between cruising and living on land.

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Norwegian Cruise Line Holding's Oceania Cruises has unveiled a 180-day 2024 around-the-world cruise. Staterooms and suites range from about $48,500 to nearly $174,000.

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Prices range from around $20,000 to upwards of $100,000 per person, and all our top picks are more than 100 days (one is even a whopping 275 days), so they're ideal for retired travelers looking for their next big adventure.

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