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A Solo Cruise on RUBY PRINCESS to the Caribbean

Solo Cruise & Travel
Solo Cruise & Travel
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👁️ 53K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 53:33
What This Creator Said
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🧍 Best for SoloCaribbean · 7 nightsFrom Galveston

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Creator's Key Takeaways

the Ruby Princess does have a 4.5 rating on Cru critic and having recently taken her to the Western Caribbean I was about to see whether or not that rating could truly hold up

along with no USB ports there was one other serious design flaw that really bothered me and created an unfortunate situation on board that I witnessed twice during this Cruise

the food was never the issue and from dining room to snack stop to room service uh as well as the substantial amount of bars on this ship when it comes to food and beverage I was never disappointed

this vessel really offers a big ship scope with an intimate smaller ship feel somehow and that can be hard to accomplish for any Cruise Line

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book a half-day lounger at the Sanctuary for midday to afternoon to maximize experience and get afternoon tea delivered.
Use the Ocean Now delivery service for room service, especially if you have the Princess Plus or Premier package.
Bring your own multi-purpose plug-in adapter due to lack of USB ports in staterooms.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

No USB ports in roomsBring your own multi-purpose plug-in adapter.
Buffet crowdingVisit during off-peak times or use alternative dining options.

Questions This Creator Answers

QDoes the Ruby Princess live up to its 4.5 rating on Cruise Critic?
QIs the Ruby Princess a good choice for a solo cruise?
QWhat are the pros and cons of sailing on an older ship like the Ruby Princess?

Topics Covered

Service Crew3 Happy BaconValue Pricing2½ Happy BaconDining Main2½ Happy BaconBooking Process1½ Happy BaconShip Condition1½ Sad BaconCabin Balcony2½ Happy BaconDining Buffet2½ Sad BaconPool Deck2 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Costa Maya2 Happy Bacon
Top: The Best of Costa Maya & Mayan Ruins ($99.95)
Cozumel2 Happy Bacon
Top: San Gervasio Mayan Ruins and Chocolate Experience ($59.95)
Galveston1½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

My solo cruise on Princess Cruise Line was filled with travel adventure, comfort, and fun to the Western Caribbean. But the aging Ruby Princess cruise ship, while mostly well designed, had some setbacks and issues that I didn't anticipate a premium cruise brand like a Princess cruise ship having in the modern era. With stops in Costa Maya, Cozumel, and Roatan, Honduras, join me on my Ruby Princess solo cruise and help me answer whether or not another cruise solo on the aging Ruby Princess ship is worth it. #princesscruises #solocruise #solotravel #cruise #travelvlog