Should you rely on TheBus + Skyline or rent a car for your O‘ahu trip This guide compares time, cost, parking, and stress so you can pick the right tool for each day. We include a quick calculator table, real hotel parking examples, and links to the official pages for fares and the airport car rental facility.
Welcome aboard Star of the Seas. Use this fast checklist to sail through day one without missing key steps. We cover app check in, documents, bag strategy, eMuster safety, reservations, and those first food choices. Links point to official Royal Caribbean pages so you can confirm details for your sailing.
Skip the guesswork. This checklist shows exactly what to buy to fold swan, elephant, and hanging monkey towel animals at home… plus a few invisible supports to keep shapes crisp on display. Every item is beginner friendly, washable, and easy to store.
If you love to graze, hunt for the good stuff, and keep a flexible schedule, Star of the Seas is a playground. This guide maps out where to find quick snacks, late night bites, and a few quiet corners that food lovers will appreciate. We link official menus and pages so you can double‑check hours in the Royal app.
Two sister ships. One big family question. Star of the Seas and Icon of the Seas share the same Icon Class DNA… the Surfside family neighborhood, Category 6 Waterpark, and tons of kid and teen spaces. The best choice depends on your homeport, kids’ ages, cabin needs, and how you like to spend sea days. This guide compares the ships side by side, links to official resources, and helps you pick with confidence.
Port day on Perfect Day at CocoCay can feel overwhelming with so many zones and choices. This plan helps you budget time for what matters… whether that is slides at Thrill Waterpark, quiet swims at Chill Island, the Oasis Lagoon pool scene, the new Hideaway Beach for adults, or a splurge at Coco Beach Club. We link official pages so you can confirm hours and pricing in the Royal app.
New to Royal Caribbean and Star of the Seas This A to Z explainer translates the cruise words you will hear during booking, embarkation, and sea days. We focus on terms you will actually see on Star and link to official pages so you can double check details in the Royal app.
A clean, plain‑English glossary for the materials we use in our studio builds. Skim it while you plan, or keep it open on your phone at the hardware store. Each entry includes what it is, when to use it, and a short note.
Sailing Star of the Seas with kids is easy when you match activities to ages. This guide organizes the ship by age band, then links to official pages for programs, pools, and thrills so you can plan sea days without guesswork.
Ever wanted an EXIT sign that looks like your favorite attraction… or a clean directional arrow for the hallway to your studio. This how to guide shows how to bring theme park style wayfinding into a home setting using accessible fonts, safe materials, and renter friendly mounting. We keep it tasteful, readable, and built to last.
