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A Brutally Honest Wonder of the Seas Review 2023

Sol Tropical
Sol Tropical
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πŸ‘οΈ 163K viewsπŸ“… 3 years ago⏱️ 22:55

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides a detailed review of a seven night Western Caribbean cruise on Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas. The review covers various aspects of the experience including embarkation, stateroom accommodations, dining packages, and onboard entertainment. The creator notes that while the embarkation process was efficient, the stateroom featured a notably small balcony table that required intervention from staff to resolve. Regarding dining, the creator evaluates the unlimited dining package, noting its value despite some inconsistent service and the hassle of booking reservations immediately upon boarding. Dietary restrictions for gluten and lactose intolerance are addressed, with the creator finding options available but noting some limitations in specific restaurants. The video also examines the drink package, suggesting it is best for those who consume multiple cocktails daily rather than those seeking pure savings. Entertainment is described as plentiful, featuring shows like the Aqua Show and ice skating, though the creator critiques some content for feeling overly geared toward social media trends. Finally, the creator reviews ports of call including Nassau, Coco Cay, and Labadee, concluding that while the cruise was more expensive than previous experiences, the ship remains a high quality option for families with young children.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Wonder of the Seas
Solid Strip
All-time creator consensus for Wonder of the Seas
A Nibble

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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πŸ‘Ά Best for Family (Young Kids)Caribbean Β· 7 nightsFrom Port CanaveralOccasional Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

we love the unlimited dining package and trying all the different restaurants the food was great

the drink package is more about enjoying your vacation than saving money

wonder of the Seas is a fantastic and elegant ship

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Get on the ship as early as possible to make dining reservations
βœ“Buy the unlimited dining package on sale before the cruise
βœ“Arrive early at CocoCay to avoid early closures
βœ“Consider the drink package if you enjoy more than three or four drinks a day

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Dietary restrictions β€” Request gluten-free options in advance; lactose-free milk is available but dairy-free butter is limited
Making reservations on board β€” Get on the ship early to book specialty dining reservations, especially for popular venues
Drink package value β€” Calculate if you'll drink enough to justify the cost; buy on sale before the cruise

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the unlimited dining package worth it?
QHow does the drink package work and is it a good deal?
QWhat are the dining options for gluten-free and lactose-free diets?
QWhat is the experience like for families with young children?
QHow does Wonder of the Seas compare to Oasis of the Seas?

Topics Covered

Drink Package2Β½ Happy BaconPort Destination2 Happy BaconService Crew1Β½ Sad BaconCabin Balcony1 Happy BaconDining Specialty2 Happy BaconEntertainment Shows1Β½ Happy BaconKids Family3Β½ Happy BaconShip Condition4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

CocoCay2Β½ Happy Bacon
Falmouth1 Sad Bacon
Labadee3Β½ Happy Bacon
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