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Is THE KEY Worth It on Independence of the Seas? | Part 1 | Royal Caribbean Cruise Line

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Caribbean · 4 nightsFrom Port CanaveralFirst-Time Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

so i'm in the key program so that gives us a little shorter line a little embarkation lunch includes the internet uh so i'm just excited that i don't have to wait in such a long line to uh get in

lunch was fantastic i started off with some bread i had a shrimp cocktail i ended up with the filet mignon from shops which was great very moist very tender

the key delivered some fruit to the room got the banana and some apples strawberries uh even a kiwi pretty awesome it's a nice little benefit for being a key member

overall great dinner so i just realized something you know our dinner again was at eight o'clock dinner on the disney dream was at eight o'clock oh what it is about these dining times

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book your next cruise on the ship to get a great rate and then transfer to the travel agent.
Bring your own shampoo if you prefer traditional products, as the provided ones may not suit everyone.
Use a wrinkle releaser for formal night clothes since irons and steamers are not allowed on board.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Dining times may be lateEnjoy the late seating and stay up for post-dinner activities if desired.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs THE KEY worth it on Independence of the Seas?
QWhat are the benefits of The Key program?
QWhat is the experience like on a Freedom Class ship for the first time?

Topics Covered

Dining Specialty3 Happy BaconEmbarkation2½ Happy BaconService Crew2 Happy BaconCabin Balcony2 Happy BaconShip Condition2½ Happy BaconPool Deck2½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Nassau2½ Happy Bacon
Port Canaveral2½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Join Zach as he boards Royal Caribbean's Independence of the Seas for a 4-Night Bahamas & Perfect Day cruise in Port Canaveral! Get a quote on your next Royal Caribbean Cruise Line vacation at http://getbyzach.com Give this video a THUMBS UP and SUBSCRIBE to our channel! This was Zach's first Freedom Class ship. He purchased The Key which gave him an opportunity for Priority Boarding, a welcome lunch, and priority seating at shows while on the cruise. He ate the welcome lunch in the Main Dining room with a menu provided by Chops Grille. He also then explored the Casino, Studio B, and Royal Promenade before heading to his Ocean View Balcony Room to unpack and get settled. We then made his way to the Solarium and explored the top pool deck, video arcade, Adventure Ocean, and Windjammer Marketplace. For sail away, Zach went the helipad as the ship departed Port Canaveral. We then made our way to the Solarium to watch the ship head to the open sea. He had an amazing dinner in the Main Dining Room before moving to Star Lounge to watch Royal Friendly Feud before heading to bed from a long, yet fun day! Follow Us: http://facebook.com/GETbyZach http://instagram.com/GETbyZach Zach is an independent contractor for MEI-Travel (mei-travel.com) #royalcaribbean #independenceoftheseas #thekey 0:00 Introduction / Embarkation 3:19 Exploring Decks 3 and 4 6:47 Royal Promenade 10:09 The Key Welcome Lunch 12:16 Ocean View Balcony Room 16:06 Next Cruise / Liquor Tasting 17:54 Spa & Fitness Center / Solarium 19:49 Pools & Splashaway Bay 21:26 Video Arcade / Adventure Ocean 22:13 Johnny Rockets / Running Track / Independence Dunes 23:22 Sail Away from the Helipad 25:10 Dinner in Main Dining Room 26:46 Royal Friendly Feud in Star Lounge 28:57 Conclusion