Graham H
I built All Aboard Deals to take the guesswork out of cruise pricing — 29,000+ sailings tracked weekly, each scored against its own history.
About Graham
I've been cruising for over a decade — 15+ sailings across Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Norwegian, and Virgin — and for most of that time I was booking the same way everyone else does: checking a few sites, guessing whether the price looked reasonable, and hoping I didn't see a better deal two weeks later.
That frustration is what led me to build All Aboard Deals.
Before I was tracking cruise prices, I spent 10+ years in UX and web development — building tools that make complex data easier to understand and act on. When I started applying that background to cruise pricing, I realized how much signal was buried in the noise. Prices fluctuate constantly, but most cruisers have no reference point for what "good" actually looks like.
So I built one.
What I Built and Why
All Aboard Deals monitors 29,000+ sailings every week across the major cruise lines, tracking how current fares compare to their recent historical averages. The result is a Deal Score — a simple way to tell whether a price is genuinely below the norm or just marketing dressed up as a discount.
I also built Cruise Radar, a Chrome extension that overlays pricing intelligence directly on booking sites like Royal Caribbean and Carnival — so you can see deal context while you're actually shopping, not after the fact.
The goal isn't to tell you which cruise to book. It's to give you the data to make that call yourself.
How I Approach Content
Every guide on this site is informed by real pricing data, live fare checks, and historical trends — not press releases or sponsored itineraries. When I cover a ship or a sailing region, I'm cross-referencing what I've seen on board with what the numbers actually show.
I'm also still actively cruising. Testing cabins, evaluating drink packages, talking to other cruisers about what genuinely feels like value — that's ongoing, not a credential I claimed once and moved on from.
Editorial Standards
All Aboard Deals content is built on:
- Weekly fare tracking across 29,000+ sailings
- Historical price trend analysis, not one-off snapshots
- First-hand sailing experience across multiple cruise lines
- Regular content updates as ships launch, itineraries change, and prices shift
No cruise line pays for coverage. No fare is promoted because of a commission. If a deal scores well, it's because the data says so.
Questions, corrections, or data requests? Contact me
Published Articles (94)
Harmony of the Seas Dining Package: A Sale Every Month
Harmony of the Seas dining package prices from eight months of daily tracking. Unlimited Dining is $40.99 a night, and drops $3 about once a month.
Harmony of the Seas Drink Package: 8 Prices, 1 Ship
Harmony of the Seas drink package prices from 10,320 tracked Cruise Planner checks. Deluxe Beverage from $65.99 a night, plus WiFi and break-even math.
Oasis of the Seas Dining Package Prices by Length
Oasis of the Seas dining package prices from 11,039 tracked Cruise Planner checks. Unlimited Dining from $25.99 a night, and why longer cruises pay less.
Oasis of the Seas Drink Package Prices, Tracked Daily
Oasis of the Seas drink package prices from 11,042 tracked Cruise Planner checks. Deluxe Beverage from $57.99 a night, plus WiFi and break-even math.
Wonder of the Seas Dining Package: 3 Price Tiers
Wonder of the Seas dining package prices from 13,729 tracked Cruise Planner checks. Unlimited Dining from $31.99 a night, and which sailings pay more.
Wonder of the Seas Drink Package Prices, Tracked Daily
Wonder of the Seas drink package prices from 13,854 tracked Cruise Planner checks. Deluxe Beverage from $65.99 a night, plus WiFi and break-even math.
Utopia of the Seas Dining Package Prices, Day by Day
Utopia of the Seas dining package prices from 244,000 tracked Cruise Planner checks. Unlimited Dining from $31.99 a night, and when it earns out.
Utopia of the Seas Drink Package Prices, Tracked Daily
Utopia of the Seas drink package prices from 147,000 tracked Cruise Planner checks. Deluxe Beverage from $65.99 a night, plus WiFi and break-even math.
Carnival Celebration Room Prices by Cabin and Season
Carnival Celebration room prices from 101,000+ tracked fares. What an inside, oceanview, balcony and suite each cost per night, season by season.
Carnival Mardi Gras Room Prices by Cabin and Season
Carnival Mardi Gras room prices from 150,000+ tracked fares: what an inside, oceanview, balcony and suite each cost per night, month by month.
Do Carnival Shore Excursion Prices Ever Drop?
We checked 2,766 Carnival shore excursions daily for five months. Fewer than one in ten ever got cheaper, and almost none of them were in the Caribbean.
Carnival Drink Package Price: Why It Never Changes
The Carnival drink package price has not moved in 151 daily checks since April. Its shore excursions have. What that means before you buy Cheers early.
Oasis of the Seas Prices 2026: Cost by Cabin & Night
Oasis of the Seas prices from $133/night (7-night inside) to $351 suites, on 119,000+ tracked fares — real cost by cabin, night length, and season.
When to Book Carnival Jubilee for the Best Price
47% cheaper in fall than summer for a Carnival Jubilee balcony — up to 58% on an inside. When to book, from 103,000+ tracked fares.
Carnival Jubilee Room Prices by Cabin and Season
Carnival Jubilee room prices — a balcony runs $810 per person in fall, $1,194 in summer, from 103,000+ tracked fares. What each cabin costs by season.
Carnival Jubilee Prices 2026: Real Cost by Cabin & Room
Carnival Jubilee prices — a 6-night balcony runs about $840 per person, inside $612 — from 103,000+ tracked fares. Cost by cabin, season & booking window.
Star of the Seas Drink Package Prices — What They Cost and When They Drop
Star of the Seas drink package prices swing from $63 to $120 — and the discounts land on a predictable day. Here's what it costs and when to buy.
Star of the Seas Dining Package Prices — Unlimited Dining vs Paying Per Meal
Star of the Seas dining package prices: Unlimited Dining runs $31–$62 and pays off only past 5 specialty dinners. Here's when to skip it.
Icon of the Seas Drink Package Prices — Is the Deluxe Worth It?
Icon of the Seas drink package prices: the Deluxe Beverage runs a typical $80 a night but has dipped to $63. Here's what it costs — and when to buy.
Icon of the Seas Dining Package Prices — When Unlimited Dining Pays Off
Icon of the Seas dining package prices: Unlimited Dining runs $31–$62 a night and pays off only past 5 specialty dinners. Here's when to skip it.
Allure of the Seas Drink Package Prices — What the Deluxe Actually Runs
Allure of the Seas drink package prices: the Deluxe Beverage runs a typical $85 a night but has dropped to $63. Here's what it costs and when to buy.
Allure of the Seas Dining Package Prices — Why the Cheaper Restaurants Change the Math
Allure of the Seas dining package prices: Unlimited Dining runs ~$40/night, but its cheaper à la carte restaurants mean you need ~6 nights to break even.
Royal Beach Club Paradise Island — What It Costs and What's Actually Worth It
We track Royal Beach Club Paradise Island prices daily. Here is what a day pass, day bed, and cabana in Nassau actually cost before you book.
Royal Beach Club Day Pass — Why the Same Pass Costs $99 or $234
What the Royal Beach Club day pass costs, what's included, and why the same pass swings from $99 to $234 depending on your sail date.
What's Actually Included in Free at Sea (and What You Can Remove)
What does Free at Sea include? The full list of perks, which two are genuinely free, and which packages carry a gratuity you can remove before you pay.
How to Use Your Free at Sea Perks — Shore Excursion Credit and Free Airfare
How NCL's Free at Sea shore-excursion credit works, why it sometimes 'doesn't work,' and when the free airfare costs you more than booking your own.
Is NCL's Free at Sea Actually Free? What the Fares Reveal
NCL's Free at Sea isn't free, but it is removable. See the booking-flow proof, what removing the packages saves, and whether the fare underneath is fair.
Is Free at Sea Worth It? The Drinks-Per-Day Math
Is Free at Sea worth it? The drinks-per-day break-even, plus how NCL's 'free' open bar compares to what Royal and Celebrity charge for the same package.
Free at Sea vs Free at Sea Plus: Worth the Upgrade?
Free at Sea Plus costs $49.99 a day, but part of it prepays gratuities you'd owe anyway. Here's the real break-even on NCL's premium upgrade.
How to Track Royal Caribbean & Celebrity Packages in Your Own Currency (CAD, GBP, EUR, AUD)
Set your home currency to track Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruise Planner prices in CAD, GBP, EUR or AUD — and stop fake exchange-rate price-drop alerts.
When to Book Legend of the Seas: Why Waiting Backfired
When to book Legend of the Seas: fares fell before launch, then her inaugural balconies rose 19% in the final two months. What that means for booking now.
Legend of the Seas vs Icon vs Star: Which Is Cheapest?
Legend of the Seas vs Icon vs Star on the same Caribbean months. Legend's balcony runs $47 a night above Icon, but her 2027-28 suites are the cheapest.
Legend of the Seas Room Prices: Cabin-by-Cabin Cost Breakdown
Legend of the Seas room prices by cabin from 107,677 tracked fares. Interior, oceanview, balcony, and suite costs, plus which tier is the best value.
Legend of the Seas Drink Package Prices: What You'll Actually Pay
Legend of the Seas drink package prices from daily Cruise Planner tracking — Deluxe Beverage from $63/night, plus WiFi and the break-even math.
Legend of the Seas Dining Package Prices: When It Beats Paying Per Meal
Legend of the Seas dining package prices from daily Cruise Planner tracking — Unlimited Dining from $31/night plus specialty costs and break-even math.
Legend of the Seas Prices: What Her First Season Cost
Legend of the Seas prices from 138,000+ tracked fares. Inaugural balconies rose 19% in the final two months, and she's still the priciest Icon-class ship.
When to Book Utopia of the Seas Based on Price Data
When to book Utopia of the Seas matters more than which sale you wait for. Month-by-month pricing and booking windows from 125,000+ tracked fares.
Utopia of the Seas vs Icon of the Seas Price Comparison
Icon costs 9-28% more per night than Utopia depending on season. But the total trip math tells a completely different story.
Utopia of the Seas Prices: What Every Cabin Actually Costs Per Night
Utopia of the Seas cabin prices from $190-$453 per night based on 125,000+ tracked fares. 3N vs 4N breakdowns, seasonal data, and deal thresholds.
Star of the Seas vs Utopia of the Seas Price Comparison
Same port, different prices. We tracked 182,000+ fares on both ships to show exactly where Star and Utopia diverge per night and per trip.
Royal Caribbean Short Cruise Prices — What 3 & 4-Night Sailings Cost
We tracked 240,000+ Royal Caribbean short cruise fares to show what 3- and 4-night sailings cost per night by ship and cabin type.
When Do Celebrity Cruise Drink Packages Go on Sale?
We track Celebrity drink package prices daily across 14 ships. Wednesday is the cheapest day to buy, and the permanent 10% "sale" isn't a real discount.
Celebrity Cruises WiFi Package Cost: Prices by Ship & Plan
Celebrity WiFi runs about $22/night for Basic and $25 for Premium (3 devices) across 14 ships. Prices by ship, how to get it free, and when to buy.
Celebrity Drink Package Prices: $52 to $93/Day by Ship
Celebrity's Classic drink package typically runs $72/day and Premium $81 across 14 ships. Prices by ship, the rules, and when to buy.
Celebrity Cruises Dining Package: Specialty Restaurant Prices and What's Included
Celebrity specialty dining runs $27 to $169 per person, and the 20% gratuity at checkout is the part nobody quotes. Full per-restaurant pricing inside.
Are Cruise Drink Packages Worth It? The Break-Even Math for 6 Major Lines
We calculated the real break-even point for drink packages on RC, Celebrity, Carnival, NCL, Princess, and MSC using actual package prices.
Celebrity Classic vs Premium Beverage Package: Which One Is Actually Worth It?
We tracked 100,000+ Classic and Premium drink package prices across 14 Celebrity ships. Here is what each tier actually costs and when the upgrade pays off.
Thrill Waterpark CocoCay Prices: What You'll Actually Pay (2026)
We track Thrill Waterpark prices across 19 ships. The Full Day Pass ranges $49-$189 per adult and is on sale 94% of the time.
Perfect Day at CocoCay — The Complete Guide (2026)
We tracked 340,000+ CocoCay add-on prices across 19 ships. Here is what everything actually costs, what is free, and when prices drop.
Hideaway Beach CocoCay: Is the Adults-Only Upgrade Worth It?
We tracked Hideaway Beach pricing across 19 Royal Caribbean ships. Here is what it actually costs, when prices drop, and whether it beats the free beaches.
Everything Free at CocoCay (And What's Worth Paying Extra For)
We tracked 340,000+ CocoCay prices across 19 ships. Here is every free amenity and a data-backed ranking of which paid add-ons deliver real value.
CocoCay Cabana Prices — Overwater, Beachfront, and Chill Island Options Compared
We track cabana prices across 19 Royal Caribbean ships. Here is what every tier actually costs and which ones are worth the money.
CocoCay Beach Club Prices in 2026 — What the Data Reveals
We track Coco Beach Club prices across 19 Royal Caribbean ships. The day pass runs $89-$304 per adult, typically $144. Here is when to buy and when to skip.
Royal Caribbean WiFi Package Prices: $20/Night (2026)
What WiFi really costs on Royal Caribbean: VOOM Surf & Stream runs a $20/night median, from $18 to $40 by ship. Real prices, updated for 2026.
Royal Caribbean Refreshment Package vs Deluxe — Worth It?
We tracked both RC packages across 30 ships daily. The Deluxe costs 2.5x more and the souvenir cup removal changes the math.
Is the Royal Caribbean Drink Package Worth It? A Data-Backed Answer
We used real ship-by-ship pricing from 30 RC ships to calculate the actual break-even point. The answer depends on your ship and what you drink.
When Do Royal Caribbean Drink Packages Go on Sale? We Tracked the Data
We track RC beverage package prices daily across 30 ships. The sale is always on. Here is what actually drives price drops.
Royal Caribbean Dining Package Prices and Whether It's Worth the Money
We tracked RC dining package prices across 30 ships daily. The Unlimited Dining Package runs $35/night median but ranges from $21 to $47 by ship.
Royal Caribbean Deluxe Drink Package: $82/Day (2026)
Royal Caribbean's Deluxe Drink Package typically runs $82/day across 31 ships, from $48 to $120. Your ship's price, the rules, and when to buy.
How to Use All Aboard Deals Pro: Complete Feature Guide
Set up instant deal alerts, rebook monitoring, package price tracking, and custom filters. Everything Pro unlocks and how to use it.
How to Use All Aboard Deals to Track Cruise Prices
Set up deal scores, price alerts, and weekly reports in under 5 minutes. Free account walkthrough for the web app and Chrome extension.
February 2026 Cruise Price Index Report
February 2026 cruise prices held steady at $191/night. Our analysis of 769K price snapshots shows where the value is hiding.
When Do Oasis-Class Cruise Prices Drop?
Fall is cheapest for 4 of 6 ships, but the drop patterns vary wildly. We tracked 269,000+ fares to map when each ship actually discounts.
Oasis-Class vs Icon-Class Price Comparison
Icon-class ships cost 34-53% more than Oasis-class depending on cabin type. We tracked 277,000+ fares to map where the premium is worth it.
Oasis-Class Cabin Prices Compared Across All 6 Ships
We tracked 269,000+ fares across all 6 Oasis-class ships. The cheapest ship changes depending on which cabin you book.
Utopia of the Seas vs Wonder: Is Newer Worth More?
Utopia costs 15-28% more than Wonder for the same itinerary. We tracked 175,000+ fares across both ships to find where the premium is worth it.
Royal Caribbean Oasis-Class Ships Ranked by Price
We tracked 302,000+ fares across all 6 Oasis-class ships. Here's what each one actually costs per night and which is the best value.
Symphony of the Seas vs Harmony: Which Is Cheaper?
Symphony of the Seas vs Harmony of the Seas — price decides. Across 66,000+ tracked fares, Harmony runs cheaper in every cabin type except suites.
When to Book Star of the Seas Based on Price Data
When to book Star of the Seas: on 2026 sailings, suites fell 31% in the final two months. Month-by-month prices and booking timing from 136,000+ fares.
Star of the Seas Room Prices: Every Cabin by Month
Star of the Seas room prices from 136,000+ tracked fares, inside to the Infinite Grand Suite. A July balcony costs $128 a night more than January.
Star of the Seas Prices: Real Cost by Cabin and Month
Star of the Seas prices from 136,000+ tracked fares: $206/night inside, $258 balcony, $475 suite. See which months are cheapest and when to book.
Is Star of the Seas Worth It? What the Pricing Data Says
Is Star of the Seas worth it? A balcony costs 72% more than on Oasis-class ships, but suites now carry just a 26% premium. Here's who should pay it.
When to Book Icon of the Seas Based on 12 Months of Price Data
When to book Icon of the Seas matters — one month saves $1,300+ per trip, another is the worst value all year. The best and worst timing, from 42,000+ fares.
Is Icon of the Seas Worth It? What the Pricing Data Says
Is Icon of the Seas worth it? A balcony costs 75% more than on Oasis-class ships, and Icon rarely discounts. Here's who should pay the premium.
Star of the Seas vs Icon of the Seas: Priced as Twins
Star of the Seas vs Icon of the Seas, from 280,000+ tracked fares. Every cabin type now prices within $4 a night. The real gap is which month you sail.
Icon of the Seas Room Prices: Every Cabin by Month
Icon of the Seas room prices from 144,000+ tracked fares. A balcony runs a typical $263/night, but summer 2027 costs 64% more than January.
Icon-Class Ships: What Royal Caribbean's Newest Fleet Actually Costs
Royal Caribbean's Icon-class ships cost nearly double the fleet per night. See where all 30 RC ships rank — and which ones are actually overpriced.
When Do Cruise Prices Drop? What 2.6 Million Price Snapshots Show
We tracked 2.6M+ cruise fare snapshots across 9 lines to find when prices actually drop, by how much, and which lines move the most.
Cruise Price History - What to Look for Before You Book
We tracked 2.6M+ cruise fares across 9 lines. Here's what price history actually looks like and how to read it before you book.
Royal Caribbean Price Tracker: Free Fare Scores & Drop Alerts
Track Royal Caribbean cruise prices free with real-time deal scores built from 2.6M+ fare snapshots. See if today's fare is high, low, or worth booking.
Is Wave Season Actually Cheaper? Not for Most Cruise Lines.
We compared 2.6M+ cruise price snapshots across Wave Season and the rest of the year. The results challenge everything the industry tells you.
Not All Cruise Price Alerts Are Worth Setting Up. Here's How to Tell.
Most cruise price alerts are noise. Our data shows what thresholds to set, which lines to watch closest, and which tools are worth using.
Cruise Line Price Drop and Rebook Policies for Every Major Line
Every major cruise line handles price drops differently. Here's what actually happens when you call, line by line.
Icon of the Seas Prices 2026: Real Cost by Cabin & Month
Icon of the Seas prices: ~$226/night inside, $269 balcony, $485 suite, from 97,000+ tracked fares. See real cost by cabin, month, and booking window.
January 2026 Cruise Price Index Report
January 2026 cruise prices rose $14/night as premium lines surged. Our analysis of 904K price snapshots reveals where to find value.
Average Cost of a 7-Day Cruise in 2026 (Per Person, by Line)
The average 7-day cruise runs ~$1,000-$4,000 per person (Carnival to Disney), from 433,000+ tracked 2026 fares. Real cost by line, cabin, port, and month.
5 Best Cruise Price Trackers in 2026 (Tested Side by Side)
CruiseWatch, Cruiseplum, Cruise Radar — we tested them all. Some track prices. Some just send you stale alerts. Here's which ones are actually worth using.
CruiseWatch vs Cruise Radar - Which Cruise Price Tracker Is Better?
Comparing CruiseWatch and Cruise Radar for tracking cruise prices. See features, data accuracy, pros, cons, and which tool fits your booking style.
Royal Caribbean Discounts: Which Sales Are Actually Real?
RC runs sales 52 weeks a year — most aren't real discounts. We tracked 192,000+ fares to find when prices actually drop vs. when it's just marketing noise.
Average Cruise Prices - What 785,000+ Price Snapshots Reveal
Real cruise prices by line, cabin type, and cruise length. Based on 785,000+ price snapshots across 9 cruise lines and 55+ ships.
How to Use Cruise Radar: The Complete Guide
Step-by-step walkthrough of the Cruise Radar Chrome extension. Learn how to install, find deals, analyze prices, and track sailings for price drop alerts.
December 2025 Cruise Price Index Report
December 2025 Cruise Price Index: prices dropped $4/night as cruise lines pushed January inventory. Full breakdown of 636K price snapshots across 55+ ships.
The Best Day to Book a Cruise Is Saturday. Here's Why.
Forget 'book on Tuesday' — that advice is outdated. We analyzed 2.6M+ fares and Saturday wins by a mile. 4.5x more likely to catch a real price drop.
November 2025 Cruise Price Index Report
November 2025 Cruise Price Index: full breakdown of cruise prices across 55+ ships, top deals, biggest drops, line averages, and booking trends.