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ESSENTIAL Ship Tour of Freedom of the Seas ⏰ IN 20 MINUTES! #royalcaribbean

On a Cruise with Wil and Stephen
On a Cruise with Wil and Stephen
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πŸ‘οΈ 37K viewsπŸ“… 11 months ago⏱️ 21:58

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Editorial Summary

This video provides a comprehensive tour of the Royal Caribbean ship Freedom of the Seas following its recent multi-million dollar makeover. The creator explores various decks to highlight essential amenities, starting with the outdoor pool deck on deck 11, which features two main pools, hot tubs, and a dedicated kids zone called Splashaway Bay. The tour continues through recreational areas including a nine-hole miniature golf course, a FlowRider surf simulator, a rock climbing wall, and twin racing water slides. The guide also covers indoor venues such as the Royal Promenade, which serves as the ship's central hub for shopping, dining, and guest services. Entertainment options are detailed, ranging from the ice skating rink at Studio B to the live performances in the Royal Theater and the various lounges like the Schooner Bar and Star Lounge. Dining is a major focus, with the creator describing the main dining room, the Windjammer Marketplace buffet, and specialty restaurants like Chops Grill and Giovani's Italian Kitchen. Finally, the video concludes with a look at the features of a standard interior cabin, including storage solutions and bathroom amenities.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Freedom of the Seas
Seriously Tasty
All-time creator consensus for Freedom of the Seas
A Nibble

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

What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

After a stunning multi-million dollar makeover, this ship is packed with refreshed spaces, exciting new features, and updated favorites.

The pool deck is quite expansive.

This is another ideal location for some great views if you can find yourself a spot.

This is one of the largest miniature golf setups we've seen on a cruise ship, and it's open around the clock.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Check your assigned table on the first day of your cruise and speak to the maitre d if you have concerns.
βœ“Book spa services pre-cruise for a better rate.
βœ“Monitor who has access to your CPASS card when using the arcade.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Noise from activities on the Promenade facing cabins β€” Keep in mind there are lots of activities and potential for music and other noise until quite late in the evening.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the essential features of Freedom of the Seas after its amplification?
QWhat can I expect from the pool deck and outdoor areas?
QWhat dining and entertainment options are available onboard?

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