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Editorial Summary

The creators document their first day boarding the Odyssey of the Seas, a Royal Caribbean ship. After boarding, they explore the ship's amenities, including the pool deck, the Windjammer buffet, and the Solarium. They note the ship's modern design and cleanliness, specifically mentioning touch-free technology and new decor. The vlog covers their experience setting up specialty dining reservations and visiting the Royal Esplanade for shopping and drinks. The creators also provide a detailed tour of their J4 junior suite, highlighting features like the split bathroom, large balcony, and high-tech lighting and blind controls. As the ship departs from Port Everglades, they observe the sail away from the aft of the vessel, noting the skydiving simulator and glass walkways. The day concludes with a visit to Playmakers for dinner and a look at the inaugural season merchandise available in the onboard shops. They express excitement for their eight-night Southern Caribbean itinerary, which includes stops in Nassau, Aruba, and Curacao.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Odyssey of the Seas
Bacon Bliss
All-time creator consensus for Odyssey of the Seas
A Nibble

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

What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsCruise VlogπŸ₯‰Knowledgeable Creator
❀️ Best for CoupleCaribbean · Fall · 8 nightsFrom Fort LauderdaleVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

we're some of the first on right now they just started boarding it smells so good in here

cruising is the safest vacation you can do right now by far absolutely everyone's vaccinated everyone's tested negative

this is the longest cruise we've ever done it's eight nights um but one extra night is going to make a huge difference

i love this room i love this room i love this ship

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Book reservations right when you board to get your preferred times
βœ“Use the touch-free buttons for a cleaner experience
βœ“Check out the inaugural season merchandise for unique items

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Safety during cruising β€” Cruising is safe with everyone vaccinated and tested negative; ships are extra clean

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to board a new Royal Caribbean ship on boarding day?
QHow does the Odyssey of the Seas compare to other ships like Ovation of the Seas?
QWhat activities and amenities are available on the first day?

Topics Covered

Embarkation4Β½ Happy BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconShip Condition4Β½ Happy BaconPool Deck4Β½ Happy BaconCabin Suite4Β½ Happy BaconSafety Medical4Β½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Aruba4 Happy Bacon
CuraΓ§ao4 Happy Bacon
Fort Lauderdale3Β½ Happy Bacon
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