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INDEPENDENCE OF THE SEAS // Embarkation Day

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Independence of the Seas
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❤️ Best for CoupleCaribbean · Winter · 4 nightsFrom MiamiVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

we're on Independence of the Seas for a fortnite to the Dominican Republic in PTO Plaza which we've never been

we did not get the drink package this Cruise so we're going to test how much we actually are going to be spending

everything was very good Savannah got two desserts she got sung too yeah I didn't eat my second dessert though

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Try the drink package or budget for drinks if you don't get it
✓Reserve your preferred dining waiter early to avoid long lines
✓Bring dress clothes for formal night and themed evenings

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Questions This Creator Answers

QHow much will drinks cost without a drink package?
QWhat is the embarkation day experience on Independence of the Seas?
QWhat activities are available on a short Caribbean cruise?

Topics Covered

Dining Main2 Happy BaconEntertainment Nightlife2½ Happy BaconEntertainment Casino1½ Happy BaconPool Deck1½ Happy BaconEmbarkation2 Happy BaconValue Pricing1 Happy BaconDrink Package½ Happy BaconItinerary Route1½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Miami1½ Happy Bacon
Puerto Plata2 Happy Bacon
Top: horseback riding and swim along the beach
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YouTube Video Description↓

Date recorded: 1/2/2025 Welcome back to another cruise vlog. We boarded Independence of the Seas for our 4-night cruise to Puerto Plata, Dominican Republic. We went to the sail away party, had dinner in the main dining room, and went to the silent disco in the Viking Crown Lounge. Stay tuned for the next video in this series!