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Disembarking the Freedom of the Seas, July 2021 & A Full Recap of Changes to Cruising in 2021

Shannon Ford
Shannon Ford
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👁️ 4K views📅 5 years ago⏱️ 41:24
What This Creator Said
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👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)Caribbean · Summer · 3 nightsFrom MiamiVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

it was so special you're the best

i will always remember this cruise

it was more normal than not and i was really surprised as how normal it felt

Creator's Tips & Advice

Pre-register for testing to make the process seamless
If using Royal Up, bid on specific cabin categories you understand
Bring cash or ask for receipts to tip bartenders in the Diamond Lounge
Pre-purchase at least some photos to save money
Plan splash away bay in the morning and kids club in the afternoon

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Testing requirements for childrenPre-register for testing; the process is seamless and results come quickly via email
Cabin upgrades with Royal UpBid on specific cabin categories you understand to avoid surprises

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to cruise post shutdown?
QHow does disembarkation work on the Freedom of the Seas?
QWhat are the changes to cruising in 2021?
QIs it safe to cruise with an unvaccinated child?
QWhat is the experience with Royal Caribbean's testing procedure?

Topics Covered

Embarkation4½ Happy BaconService Crew4½ Happy BaconDisembarkation4 Happy BaconValue Pricing3½ Happy BaconKids Family4½ Happy BaconPool Deck4 Happy BaconShip Condition4 Happy BaconLoyalty Program4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

CocoCay4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Splash Away Bay (island)
Miami4 Happy Bacon
Nassau4 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

We Went on the 1st @RoyalCaribbean Cruise in 15 Months out of the U.S.! What is it like to cruise post shutdown? On a cruise that does NOT require vaccinations and with a 5 year old who is not vaccinated. Well, follow us to find out. My son Rider and I were first to set sail on the Freedom of the Seas on Friday, July 2, 2021 out of the Port of Miami for a 3-night July 4th Holiday Sailing. Today, see how disembarkation was and I also do a full recap of the entire cruise. As always, feel free to ask questions and I will address them as much as I can. Also be sure to check out @RoyalCaribbeanBlog. He was on this sailing as well and does a live Q&A every Monday night at 7:30pm EST Book Your Next Vacation with TouringPlans Travel* - https://tinyurl.com/TouringPlansShannon Introduction/Arriving Back in Miami 00:00 Breakfast 00:54 Last Update from the ship 2:03 Disembarkation 2:40 Recap 4:08 Embarkation Process 5:24 Booking a Guaranty Stateroom 8:07 RoyalUp Upgrades 9:34 Adventure Ocean 15:33 Masks Onboard 18:45 Vaccinated Only Areas 22:19 Diamond Lounge/Drink Credits 25:32 Splashaway Bay on Ship 27:43 CocoCay Recap 29:02 Professional Photos on Board 32:13 Departing the Sip 34:11 Wrap-up 35:39 #freedomoftheseas #royalisback #loyaltoroyal 🌟Business Inquiries only contact me at shannon@shannonford.com Mailing address: Shannon Ford 21001 Pines Blvd. # 7843 Pembroke Pines, FL 33029 Find me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mrsshannonford Visit me at: https://shannonford.com/blog https://disneydays.com/ Also find me at My DVC Points: https://mydvcpoints.com/speaker/shannon-ford/ Disclaimer: Some affiliate links used. If links are affiliated, they will be marked with a *