Cruise Day in Ensenada: Shopping Tips, Ship Food & Cruise Memories ๐ณ๏ธ๐ฒ๐ฝ
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We're in Insanada on the Navigator of the Seas and the Radiance is here, the Carnival Radiance.
I would recommend going on either one for a quick 3-day vacation down to Insanada.
I definitely had a great time. Um, last time I was on Royal Caribbean was Vision of the Seas 20 years ago, and I am definitely looking forward to a another Royal Caribbean.
Even if everything isn't perfect, it's still your vacation. Make it a great one.
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Join the Lido Hoppers for a fun, reflective, and food-filled cruise day in Ensenada aboard Royal Caribbeanโs Navigator of the Seas โ with a special cameo by Carnival Radiance! ๐ Rep the Lido Life! Our new merch store is open โ shop it like itโs embarkation day: https://lidohoppers.myspreadshop.com/ Buy us a coffee to help fuel more content! https://buymeacoffee.com/lidohoppers ๐ถโโ๏ธ We kick off in Ensenada, where Christina shares a PSA about how easy it is to walk from the ship to the shops. ๐ฅ Back onboard, we fuel up with breakfast before getting scenic shots of both Navigator and Radiance. โด๏ธ Tony shares a personal story about their very first balcony cabinโback when Radiance was the Carnival Victory! ๐๏ธ We head into town for local shopping, where Christina gives a Lido Lowdown on why small bills are a must when haggling. ๐ Back on the ship, itโs time for Johnny Rockets burgers & cheese fries, a visit to the Windjammer bar, and a chat about those cruise straws. ๐ธ We even hide some of our signature frogs (our twist on cruise ducks!) before wrapping up in our cabin with a laugh over a mystery towel animal and a final review of Navigator of the Seas โ our first Royal sailing in over 20 years! Whether you're team Carnival or team Royal, or just here for the food, tips, and cruise vibes โ this oneโs for you! #NavigatorOfTheSeas #RoyalCaribbean #CarnivalRadiance #EnsenadaCruise #LidoHoppers #CruiseVlog #JohnnyRockets #CruiseTips #CruiseThrowback #RoyalVsCarnival As an Amazon affiliate we earn a small commission on items that you purchase at no additional cost to you. This helps our channel grow. Thank you in advance! Video Equipment Used to Make this Video: โ DJI Osmo Pocket 3 - https://amzn.to/3QQwKM6 โ DJI Battery Handle - https://amzn.to/3FKOmXo โ DJI Mic 2 Bluetooth Microphone - https://amzn.to/42byiFN โ DJI Osmo Mini Tripod - https://amzn.to/4iN8qqT โ Ulanzi Extendable Tripod - https://amzn.to/4jacSQb โ Magnetic Mount - https://amzn.to/4iFPUAu โ DJI Osmo Case - https://amzn.to/3FHeRgu ๐ฅ Donโt forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more cruise vlogs and honest reviews! #NavigatoroftheSeas #RoyalCaribbean #CruiseVlog ๐ Chapters: 00:00 โ PSA: Walking from Ship to Shops in Ensenada 00:30 โ Scenic Walk & Photo Opportunities 01:04 โ Breakfast Onboard Navigator of the Seas 01:40 โ Carnival Radiance: Our First Balcony Cruise Throwback 02:31 โ Royal vs Carnival: Which Is Better? 03:30 โ What We Miss on Navigator (Shack's & Guyโs Burgers) 04:00 โ Navigatorโs Perks: Size, FlowRider & Activities 04:54 โ Comparing Kids' Activities: Rock Wall vs Ropes Course 05:35 โ Both Ships Are Great Weekend Getaways 05:54 โ Cruise Tip: Donโt Bring Fruit Off the Ship 06:27 โ Exploring Ensenadaโs Market & Flagpole Views 06:50 โ Lido Lowdown: Bring Small Bills for Shopping 07:15 โ Shopping Tip: Donโt Buy Restricted Items 07:48 โ Back Onboard: Mystery Towel Animal in the Cabin 08:13 โ Johnny Rockets Lunch: Spicy Houston Burger Review 09:32 โ Comparing Johnny Rockets to Guyโs Burger 10:02 โ Drink Review: Real Straws & Handcrafted Margaritas 10:47 โ Hanging Out at the Windjammer Bar 11:48 โ Relaxing on Deck with Scenic Views 12:36 โ Hello from the Helipad! Sea Lions, Views & Breezes 13:24 โ Post-Trivia Walk Around the Ship 13:53 โ Cruise Ducks? NoโLido Hoppers' Signature Frogs! 14:31 โ Playmakers Nacho Review 14:57 โ Boleros Bar Drink Review: Coconut Mojito & Malibu Sunrise 15:42 โ Sailaway from Ensenada in the Cosmopolitan Club 16:44 โ Final Thoughts: Last Night on Navigator of the Seas 17:27 โ Christinaโs Honest Review & First Impressions 18:12 โ Tonyโs Take: FlowRider, Promenade & Missed Casino Fun 19:47 โ Bar Reviews: Schooner, R Bar, Bamboo Room & More 20:45 โ Carnival vs Royal: Which Is Right for You? 21:38 โ Final Thoughts: Make the Most of Every Cruise 21:47 โ Outro & See You Next Time!