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Last Cruise Before the Pandemic SHUT DOWN | Royal Caribbean Quantum of the Seas

Cruise With Ben and David
Cruise With Ben and David
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πŸ‘οΈ 58K viewsπŸ“… 6 years ago⏱️ 18:32

Key Moments

Editorial Summary

The creators document their final day aboard the Royal Caribbean Quantum of the Seas, noting the surreal experience of having the grand dining room almost entirely to themselves. During lunch, they review various dishes including a steak sandwich, ricotta and spinach gnocchi, and a chocolate raspberry ganache tart, praising the large portion sizes. The vlog continues with an energetic session of laser tag, which they recommend booking in advance via the Royal Caribbean app. They also explore the ship's quieter areas, such as the pool decks and a private deck near the solarium, while discussing the benefits of cruising, such as visiting multiple countries and cultures easily. After a buffet dinner featuring Asian, Indian, and Western options, they attend a production show titled Glitter and Feathers. The video concludes with their departure from the ship in Singapore, where they share a tip about using the Royal Caribbean app to complete customs arrival cards to bypass long queues at the airport.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Quantum of the Seas
Bacon Bliss
All-time creator consensus for Quantum of the Seas
A Nibble

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What This Creator Said
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❀️ Best for CoupleAsiaFrom SingaporeVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we've got a lovely view out the window as well the sea looks so close on deck 3

this is quite honestly the most surreal experience ever guys to have this gigantic huge dining room all to ourselves

it's been so nice to have the flights your transfers right up until we got picked up at the airport right up until the point we checked into the cruise all guided and planned

this is what cruising is all about and this is why we really love it

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Make reservations for laser tag as soon as you board the ship because slots go quickly
βœ“Fill out your customs arrival card on the Royal Caribbean app before arriving in Singapore to skip the queue

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Worried about strange food on the ship β€” Don't let it put you off; the food was really good

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to be on a cruise during the last day before pandemic shutdown?
QHow do you make the most of a sea day on a Royal Caribbean ship?

Topics Covered

Dining Main4Β½ Happy BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconEntertainment Activities4 Happy BaconCrowd Capacity4Β½ Happy BaconDisembarkation3Β½ Happy BaconPool Deck4Β½ Happy BaconShip Condition4 Happy BaconPort Destination4Β½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Kuala Lumpur4 Happy Bacon
Top: Kuala Lumpur Tour
Penang4 Happy Bacon
Singapore4Β½ Happy Bacon
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