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Liberty of the Seas Refit : 10 Things YOU NEED To Know!

Solo Travel 1974
Solo Travel 1974
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👁️ 1K views📅 2 weeks ago⏱️ 8:29
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Mediterranean · Summer · 2 nightsFrom Le Havre

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Creator's Key Takeaways

The key thing to know before you sail is that this wasn't just a simple cosmetic refresh, but it also wasn't a complete rebuild of the ship, either.

Some areas have changed quite a lot. Some areas have barely changed at all. And some of the biggest changes are not necessarily the glamorous ones.

On the first two cruises after the amplification, there were still staff working around different parts of the ship. Some new cabins still weren't ready.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Understand that the 'amplification' is an update of venues and spaces, not a complete rebuild of the ship.
Be aware that some areas may still have unfinished work or maintenance issues immediately following a dry dock.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Expectation of a brand new shipUnderstand it is an amplification (adding venues/updating spaces) rather than a complete rebuild.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat has changed on Liberty of the Seas after the 2026 refit?
QWhat new dining options are available?
QAre the cabins updated?
QWhat happened to the old pool bar and casino?

Topics Covered

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Le Havre
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YouTube Video Description

Royal Caribbean’s Liberty of the Seas has now had her refit, and in this video I’m sharing 10 things you need to know before you sail. I was onboard Liberty of the Seas for the first two cruises after the amplification, so this guide shows what has changed, what hasn’t changed, what felt much better, and what still wasn’t quite finished when passengers were back onboard. In this Liberty of the Seas refit guide, I cover the updated pool deck, The Lime and Coconut, El Loco Fresh, Izumi Teppanyaki, Starbucks, the expanded Casino Royale, the Royal Escape Room, Adventure Ocean, new cabins, cabin locations, and the smaller deck plan changes you might not notice straight away. Liberty of the Seas has definitely had some noticeable updates, especially around the pool deck and new venues, but she’s still an older Freedom-class Royal Caribbean ship and not every area has been refurbished. I also talk about what it was like sailing on the first cruises after dry dock, including areas still being finished, cabin issues, and why it’s worth setting realistic expectations if you’re booking a ship straight after a major refit. If you’re planning a Royal Caribbean cruise on Liberty of the Seas, this video will help you understand what the refit actually changed before you book. Watch next: Full Liberty of the Seas Ship Tour After the Refit: https://youtu.be/yFsQzZXcHII Liberty of the Seas Dining Options Guide: Coming Soon Liberty of the Seas Playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLI7ENnDGc-p8 Useful guides on my website: Southampton Cruise Port Guide: https://solotravel1974.com/southampton-cruise-port/ Liberty of the Seas Dining Options Including Menus Liberty of the Seas Cabins Guide https://solotravel1974.com/liberty-of-the-seas-cabins/ Liberty of the Seas Bars Guide https://solotravel1974.com/liberty-of-the-seas-bars/ Liberty of the Seas Pools Guide https://solotravel1974.com/liberty-of-the-seas-pools/ I’ve travelled to over 70 countries and taken many cruises with Royal Caribbean, P&O Cruises, Princess Cruises, Marella and MSC. On this channel, I share honest cruise tips, ship guides and practical advice to help you plan your cruise with confidence. 📍 New videos every week – Subscribe & join the adventure! https://www.youtube.com/@solotravel1974?sub_confirmation=1 Chapters 00:00 - Liberty of the Seas Refit : 10 Things You Need to Know 00:27 - Liberty of the Seas Has Been Amplified, Not Made New 01:28 - Liberty of the Seas Pool Deck After the Refit 02:44 - New Dining Options After the Refit 03:47 - Cabins on Liberty of the Seas After Refit 05:00 - Casino Royale Has Been Expanded 05:44 - Royal Escape Room added to LIberty of the Seas after Refit 06:06 - Starbucks Has Been Added, But Boleros Is Still There 06:26 - Adventure Ocean Has Been Updated, But It’s Smaller 06:45 - Deck Plan Changes You Might Miss 07:27 - Liberty Of The Seas Still Had Some Post-Refit Issues 08:13 - Final Thoughts & Watch Next #LibertyOfTheSeas #RoyalCaribbean #cruisetips 🧳 Cruise Essentials I Use (Amazon) 👉 Magnetic hooks (perfect for extra storage in your cabin): https://amzn.to/4d0ndOW 👉 Packing cubes (keep your suitcase organised): https://amzn.to/3Pyh5DA 👉 Cruise luggage tags (protect your tags at the port): https://amzn.to/47XWA9H 👉 Travel Extension Lead UK https://amzn.to/41iaqA4 EU https://amzn.to/4d5SCQ1 👉 Toiletry organiser (great for small bathrooms): https://amzn.to/4uGmQiN (Some links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.)