Day at Sea & Our Thoughts on Small Ship Cruising

Editorial Summary

The creators document a day at sea aboard the Radiance of the Seas, sharing their experiences with various onboard activities and dining options. Their day begins with room service breakfast and a visit to the ship's shopping area, where they find limited branded merchandise. They transition to lunch in the main dining room, noting the cleanliness of the space compared to the windjammer but expressing concerns regarding the cleanliness of their utensils. The afternoon includes observing a belly flop competition, participating in a casino slot tournament where one creator wins five hundred dollars, and watching a blindfolded rock climbing competition. Due to cold weather, they spend much of the day indoors. During dinner at Izumi, they discuss their overall impressions of small ship cruising. They conclude that despite the lack of crowds often associated with smaller vessels, the Radiance of the Seas felt more crowded than larger Oasis or Icon class ships due to smaller public spaces. They also note the ship shows signs of age, such as visible rust, and express a preference for newer ships for future itineraries, though they enjoyed the Royal Beach Club excursion.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.