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I tried all the newest, biggest cruise ships and here's how they compare

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πŸ‘οΈ 59K viewsπŸ“… 2 years ago⏱️ 19:39

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Editorial Summary

The creator compares four recently debuted cruise ships from major lines: Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas, Carnival Cruise Line's Jubilee, Norwegian Cruise Line's Viva, and Celebrity Cruises' Ascent. The analysis evaluates each vessel based on size, design, dining, entertainment, onboard thrills, and cost. Icon of the Seas is identified as the largest and most expensive option, offering massive scale and high-end entertainment like the Wizard of Oz. Carnival Jubilee is highlighted as a family-friendly and budget-friendly alternative with strong casual dining options. Norwegian Viva is described as a midsize ship that offers unique destinations but faced some criticism regarding crowding and entertainment variety. Celebrity Ascent is presented as a premium, adult-focused ship that provides a sophisticated atmosphere and high-quality dining, including an impressive buffet. The creator concludes that while all four ships offer excellent vacations, the best choice depends on traveler priorities. For adults without children, the creator personally recommends Celebrity Ascent due to its luxury feel and value, whereas families might prefer the scale of Icon of the Seas or the affordability of Carnival Jubilee.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

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

I was lucky enough to sail on all four of these incredible brand new cruise ships within the last few months

Norwegian Viva felt the most crowded of any of these ships but that could be just my personal experience

I would personally sail again on Celebrity Ascent in a heartbeat as an adult with no children

Icon of the Seas has the most notable attractions to mention

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Consider budget and itinerary preferences when choosing a cruise ship
βœ“If traveling with children, consider Norwegian Viva or Icon of the Seas
βœ“For a more adult-focused experience, consider Celebrity Ascent

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow do the newest, biggest cruise ships from Carnival, Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, and Norwegian compare?
QWhich cruise ship is best for different types of travelers?

Topics Covered

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