12 Things NOT Found on Cruises Anymore... That We Want Back!

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The creator discusses various amenities and experiences that cruise passengers frequently miss due to industry changes and cost-cutting measures. The video highlights a shift from luxury and nostalgic elements toward more streamlined service models. Key items mentioned include the disappearance of free room service on many lines, the absence of midnight buffets, and the loss of traditional tablecloths on certain ships. The creator also notes a preference among some travelers for paper planners over mobile apps and the reduction of unlimited lobster tail offerings in main dining rooms. Other discussed changes involve housekeeping frequency, the decline of towel animals, and the transition from traditional dining with assigned tables to more flexible seating arrangements. The creator touches on more serious concerns such as reduced crew staffing levels and the loss of elaborate ice sculptures. The video concludes by addressing the scarcity of diverse cold soup options in dining rooms, noting that while some passengers miss these specific culinary details, the industry has evolved to accommodate larger ship capacities and different dining preferences.
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I remember just before the pandemic I think every Cruise Line had free or included room service
many people say you know what I'd love to see the occasional midnight buffet or even a chocolate Buffet
many Carnival Cruisers say Carnival please bring back the tablecloth at least on elegant night
many people want Royal Caribbean to bring back the classics on the main dining room menu
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