Boarding Icon of the Seas Without the Chaos
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We dropped our bags with the porters at 11:07 and we were on board by 11:17, which feels kind of insane considering this cruise ship holds 7,000 plus passengers.
There is a window on embarcation day between about 11 and 1:00 p.m. where the pool deck is quiet and peaceful.
For me, it was really kind of a 50/50. I didn't love it, but I didn't hate it.
Embarcation day on an icon class ship does not have to be overwhelming if you know how to plan it.
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Boarding the biggest cruise ship in the world sounds overwhelming… but embarkation day on Icon of the Seas can actually be smooth, easy, and one of the best days of your cruise if you have a plan. In this video I’m sharing exactly how we boarded in just 10 minutes, the best places to go first onboard, how to avoid the biggest crowds, and the strategies that made embarkation day on Icon feel surprisingly relaxing. From the massive Miami terminal and express boarding process to early pool deck tips, the best sail away spot onboard, included food options, and our first night on Icon of the Seas, this is what it’s really like to board the world’s biggest cruise ship. If you’re planning an Icon cruise, subscribe because I have a full ship tour, Icon tips, crowd-avoidance strategies, casino content, and more coming soon. Ready to book your cruise vacation? Fill out a booking request at https://trips.nickiondeck.com Find your Free Club Royale Strategy guide, my Amazon storefront and more at www.NickiOnDeck.com Chapters 00:00 Intro 00:33 Boarding 01:47 Muster 02:00 Lunch 02:14 Box Office Reservations 02:35 Pool Deck 03:24 Infinite Balcony Room Tour 05:18 The Elevator System 05:37 Sail Away 06:15 Casino Royale 06:23 Dinner 07:01 AquaTheater Show 07:12 Karaoke 07:24 Casino and Sorrentos 07:42 Wrap Up