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Carnival's EXCEL CLASS vs Royal Caribbean's OASIS CLASS: which is better?

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I was able to cruise on both of these ship classes in February I sailed on Harmony of the Seas for a Caribbean sailing with my family

Carnival has the best casual food options of any cruise line

I truly don't think you can go wrong as someone who's sailed on each ship class multiple times

Creator's Tips & Advice

Consider your preference for casual vs. upscale ambiance when choosing between Carnival Excel and Royal Caribbean Oasis classes.
Book specialty dining on Oasis class ships for higher quality food, but expect additional costs.
Take advantage of complimentary onboard thrills on both ship classes to maximize your cruise experience.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Choosing between two massive ship classes with many activitiesBoth classes are thoughtfully designed to improve passenger flow; you can't go wrong with either.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhich is better: Carnival's Excel Class or Royal Caribbean's Oasis Class?
QWhat are the pros and cons of each ship class in terms of dining, entertainment, activities, and staterooms?

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YouTube Video Description

Carnival's Excel Class and Royal Caribbean's Oasis Class are the best of the best of each cruise line. In the past year, I've sailed on both of these massive, activity-filled ship classes, and today we are comparing the pros and cons of each. Come along as we compare the ship design, dining, entertainment, activities, and staterooms on these cruise ships. Read more: https://cruise.blog/