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Ep. 566 - Live Bonus Show - How Bright Does Royal’s Star Shine: Previewing the Star of the Seas w...

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Caribbean · Summer · 3 nights

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I also love a seat in the shower because those of us who still, you know, have to shave our legs.

It is air conditioned.

We had Danny, we had Stephanie. Uh so they've been on and uh we just want to reinforce help support WDW magazine.

The ship is divided into neighborhoods and this is the Surfside sort of family most family-friendly part of the ship.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Ask for specific liquor brands when ordering cocktails to get premium options.
Consider upgrading to Sky Class or higher for better suite benefits on Royal Caribbean.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Ship size and navigationEven directionally challenged persons can figure it out with a few days; it feels like an incredible resort at sea
Crowds on a large shipCrowds disperse quickly after shows; ship layout with neighborhoods helps avoid feeling overwhelmed

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow does the Star of the Seas compare to Disney Cruise Line?
QWhat are the dining options and costs on Royal Caribbean's new ship?
QDoes the ship feel crowded despite its size?

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YouTube Video Description

Karen and Kaley from My Path Unwinding Travel (https://mypathunwinding.com/dclduo) are back to share their thoughts on Royal Caribbean’s brand-new mega-ship, the Star of the Seas. Recorded just after their exclusive preview sailing, they’re giving us a full breakdown—from first impressions to food, entertainment, venues, standout features, and how this ship compares to Disney Cruise Line. If you’ve been curious about Royal’s newest offering or wondering how it stacks up against your favorite Disney ships, this episode is a must-listen. Listen now and join the conversation.   Book Your Next Disney Cruise Line Vacation: Visit our show sponsor My Path Unwinding Travel (https://mypathunwinding.com/dclduo)   DCL Magazine – Your Ultimate Guide to Disney Cruise Line Tips & Tricks: Join the waitlist for DCL Magazine (https://dcl-magazine.com/) and use promo code DCLDUO for 10% off at the WDW Magazine store.   Stay Connected with the DCL Duo: Website (https://dclduo.com/) | Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dcl_duo/) | Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DCLDuo) | Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/dclduo)   We’re listed alongside some other great Disney podcasts at: Top 100 Disney Podcasts (https://blog.feedspot.com/disney_podcasts/) | Top 20 Cruise Podcasts (https://blog.feedspot.com/cruise_podcasts/) | Top 30 Disney Cruise Line Podcasts (https://blog.feedspot.com/disney_cruise_line_podcasts/)   Disclaimer: The views expressed in this podcast are our own and do not reflect the views of the Walt Disney Company, Disney Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, or any other travel provider discussed or mentioned.