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Weekend Cruises Post COVID Update | Royal Caribbean's Freedom of the Seas

The Weekend Cruiser
The Weekend Cruiser
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👁️ 1K views📅 4 years ago⏱️ 6:53
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Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

the weekend cruise is an amazing opportunity it's an amazing cruise but it has shifted it has changed

it is a relaxing experience to get away to refresh and then go back to your daily grind

the people watching has dried up there is not that many people here

you will not board before 1 pm in the afternoon they're gonna section that out

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Download the Royal Caribbean app and follow health protocols for up-to-date information.
✓Show up at the time you signed up for to board; do not arrive early.
✓Wear a mask in public indoor areas; it's not required in open air.
✓Research which ports and attractions are open before disembarking.
✓Expect a more relaxing, less crowded experience compared to pre-COVID.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Boarding process and timing — Follow the app for health protocols and arrive at your scheduled time to avoid long lines.
Mask requirements and vaccination status — Wear masks indoors; children not vaccinated are considered unvaccinated and have restrictions.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the key differences in weekend cruises post-COVID?
QWhat should you expect when boarding a Royal Caribbean weekend cruise?
QHow has the experience at ports like CocoCay and Nassau changed?
QIs a weekend cruise still worth booking after the pandemic?

Topics Covered

Embarkation1½ Happy BaconCrowd Capacity3 Happy BaconPort Destination3½ Happy BaconPool Deck2½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

CocoCay3½ Happy Bacon
Nassau2 Sad Bacon
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YouTube Video Description↓

With weekend cruises starting post-COVID, there are some distinct updates you should know before booking or going on your next weekend cruise! I have had the pleasure of going on many weekend cruises on Royal Caribbean's Freedom of the Seas since the restart and wanted to share my feedback of what you should be expecting. The weekend cruise is not what it was pre-COVID and here I will share my 5 ways that I have noticed the greatest shifts. To ensure you enjoy your cruise vacation, ensure you watch this video to have the right expectation of what to expect as it is much different than pre-COVID.