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Back from a cruise: What it's like to cruise RIGHT NOW!

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Caribbean · SummerFrom nassauVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

going on a cruise is still super awesome

limited capacity means you basically have the cruise ship to yourself

the experience is more similar than different

crew members are extremely happy to see us as well

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Fly in at least a day ahead of time before your cruise
✓Make reservations for specialty dining on day one
✓Download and use the Royal Caribbean app
✓Expect testing requirements to change close to your sailing date

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Will it still feel like a cruise? — Yes, the core experience is very similar to pre-pandemic cruising
Will there be a buffet? — Yes, the Windjammer buffet is open for breakfast and lunch
Will there be crowds? — No, ships are sailing at limited capacity (about 1/3) so there are no lines or crowds

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to cruise right now?
QHow different is the cruise experience from pre-pandemic?
QWhat are the capacity limits on ships?
QWhat are the testing and vaccination requirements?
QDo I need to make dining reservations?

Topics Covered

Crowd Capacity4½ Happy BaconService Crew4½ Happy BaconSafety Medical2½ Happy BaconDining Specialty1½ Happy BaconDining Buffet3½ Happy BaconEmbarkation4 Happy BaconPort Destination3½ Happy BaconWater Park4½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Nassau3½ Happy Bacon
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I just got back from two of the first North American sailings on Royal Caribbean's Adventure of the Seas and I have 8 things you should know about going on a cruise ship right now. [Subscribe for more Royal Caribbean videos!] https://is.gd/p6dgx0 [Listen to our Podcast] https://www.royalcaribbeanblog.com/podcast Get news, information and advice at http://RoyalCaribbean.Blog [Social Links] https://www.facebook.com/royalcaribbeanblog http://twitter.com/therclblog http://instagram.com/royalcaribbeanblog