Anchors Aweigh Booking Page
Anchors Aweigh
Robotics Cruise
Wonder of the Seas • December 21–24, 2026 • Departing Miami, Florida
This page explains how teams, coaches, families, chaperones, and supporters should complete the cruise booking process for the Anchors Aweigh Robotics Cruise group.
Important Booking Instructions
All robotics teams must first be officially registered for the Anchors Aweigh Robotics Cruise event through VEX Events before completing cruise booking steps.
This cruise booking page is for teams, coaches, families, chaperones, and supporters who are traveling as part of the Anchors Aweigh Robotics Cruise group aboard Wonder of the Seas.
The only payment needed at this stage is the cruise deposit per person.
VEX First. Deposit Second. Group Transfer Third.
This order matters because the robotics event registration and cruise reservation are connected, but they are not the same step.
Register on VEX Events
Before making your cruise deposit, your team must be registered for the official Anchors Aweigh event on VEX Events.
This confirms your team is part of the competition side of the cruise and helps organizers plan for team count, field schedules, inspections, skills runs, and event operations.
Pay the Cruise Deposit
To secure your cabin, each person traveling must pay the required cruise deposit.
Only the deposit per person is required at this stage.
Final payments and remaining balances will follow the cruise line’s payment schedule.
Move Into the Group
After your deposit is made, your reservation will be switched into the official Anchors Aweigh Robotics Cruise group.
This helps with ship count, event coordination, group communication, and overall planning.
After You Pay Your Deposit
Final Cruise Payment Options After your reservation is connected to the group, travelers will be asked for payment information so the remaining cruise balance can be handled in one of two ways: Option 1: Pay in Full You may pay the full remaining cruise balance before the final payment deadline. Option 2: Flex Pay You may set up Flex Pay, allowing up to 10 scheduled payments before the final payment due date. Royal Caribbean Final Payment Information Royal Caribbean states that final payment for 1 to 4 night cruise vacations is generally due at least 75 days before sailing. Group payment schedules may differ from individual bookings. Your exact final payment date will be provided by Sunrise Love Travel. Royal Caribbean states that if a reservation was created through a travel advisor, guests may not be able to view or pay balances directly online and may need to contact the original booking agent to make payments. After your reservation is transferred into the Anchor's Aweigh group, Sunrise Love Travel will help guide the remaining payment process.Everyone Traveling Must Be Included
Every person sailing with your party needs to be connected to the Anchors Aweigh group — whether they are competing or not.
Robotics Participants
- Student competitors
- Coaches
- Team mentors
- School representatives
- Anyone connected to the competition
Non-Competing Travelers
- Parents
- Siblings
- Relatives
- Friends
- Supporters and guests cruising with the group
The Group Count Helps the Whole Event Run Better
Keeping all travelers connected to the Anchors Aweigh group helps organizers properly coordinate the cruise side and the robotics side.
Group Planning
- Accurate group headcount
- Shipboard planning
- Group coordination
- Dining and travel logistics
Event Planning
- Event communication
- Competition support planning
- Proper recognition of the group size
- Keeping families and teams connected
Booking Process Summary
Register on VEX Events
Teams must first register for the robotics event through VEX Events.
Make Cruise Deposit
Each person traveling pays the required cruise deposit.
Transfer Reservation
Your reservation will be moved into the Anchors Aweigh group.
Confirm Traveler Count
Everyone in your party, competing or not, must be included in the group count.
Prepare to Sail
Once your reservation is connected, you will receive future communication about payment deadlines, travel details, event updates, and cruise preparation.
If They Are Sailing, They Need to Be Counted
Everyone traveling with your team or family should be connected to the Anchors Aweigh group.
Team Members
- Student competitors
- Coaches
- Mentors
Family Members
- Parents
- Guardians
- Siblings
- Grandparents
Supporters
- Chaperones
- Family friends
- School administrators
- Team supporters
Registration and Cruise Booking Are Two Separate Steps
Registering for the robotics event and booking the cruise are two separate steps.
Your team must register on VEX Events for the competition, and each traveler must also complete the cruise booking process.
The only payment needed at this stage is the cruise deposit per person.
Optional Travel Insurance Through Royal Caribbean
During the booking process, travelers may be given the option to purchase travel insurance through Royal Caribbean.
This is important for families and teams to consider because plans can change. If the robotics event is cancelled and your family or team chooses to no longer go on the trip, Royal Caribbean’s travel protection may provide an option for future cruise credit, depending on the terms, timing, and coverage selected.
Travel insurance is optional, but strongly recommended for families who want added protection in case unexpected situations affect their plans.
Review Coverage Details
- What is covered
- What is not covered
- Cancellation rules
- Future cruise credit options
Review Timing Rules
- Refund deadlines
- Medical and travel-related benefits
- Claim requirements
- Cancellation request timelines
Before You Book, Please Confirm
- Your team has registered on VEX Events
- You know how many people are traveling in your party
- Each traveler is prepared to pay the cruise deposit
- Everyone in your party will be connected to the Anchors Aweigh group
- You understand that both competing and non-competing travelers must be counted
- You have reviewed whether travel insurance is right for your family or team
Need Booking Help?
For booking assistance, questions, or help connecting your reservation to the Anchors Aweigh group, contact Sunrise Love Travel.
Sunrise Love Travel
Email:
agent@sunriselovetravel.com
Disclaimer: Cabin availability, cruise deposit amounts, taxes, fees, and final payment deadlines are subject to change until confirmed by the cruise line. Robotics event participation requires separate registration through VEX Events. All travelers, whether competing or not, must be connected to the Anchors Aweigh group so the group count can be properly tracked for shipboard planning and event coordination. Travel insurance options, cancellation terms, refund eligibility, and future cruise credit availability are subject to Royal Caribbean’s current policies and the specific protection plan selected.