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My (VERY) Honest Review of Quantum of the Seas - Episode 31 The Expert Cruise Show

Chris Frame the Maritime Historian
Chris Frame the Maritime Historian
๐ŸฅˆExpert
๐Ÿ‘๏ธ 2K views๐Ÿ“… 5 months agoโฑ๏ธ 42:47
What This Creator Said
Creator Had Mixed FeelingsFull Ship Review๐ŸฅˆExpert Creator
โค๏ธ Best for CoupleOther ยท 4 nightsFrom Los AngelesVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

I would say that I don't know. I don't really get this ship. I'll be honest.

The crew are sensational, but there are clearly cutbacks to the product that are bringing the quality down.

This steak was gristle. It was pure gristle.

Royal do still have some tricks up their sleeve. It's good that it can balance the I mean all cruise lines obviously have their their thing that they do well.

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Book specialty dining early in the cruise before you're sick of eating.
โœ“Try to eat natural if you get the opportunity on the cruise.
โœ“Bring and plug in a nightlight for the bathroom at night.

๐Ÿ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Dining schedule mismatch โ€” Be aware that dining options close early; plan to eat earlier or use room service.
Ship design feeling unshippy โ€” If you prefer traditional cruise ship ambiance, this ship may feel more like a hotel or mall.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWho is the Quantum of the Seas ship for?
QHow has the Quantum of the Seas fared over the years?
QWhat are the main issues with the ship's dining and schedule?

Topics Covered

Service Crew4ยฝ Happy BaconValue Pricing1ยฝ Happy BaconEntertainment Shows3ยฝ Happy BaconDining Main4 Sad BaconItinerary Route3ยฝ Happy BaconDining Buffet3 Sad BaconPool Deck3ยฝ Sad BaconShip Condition2 Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Catalina Island
Los Angeles2 Sad Bacon
Sonada, Mexico
How to read the Trip Bacon Score
Happy Bacon โ€” creators loved this aspect
Sad Bacon โ€” creators took issue with this
Meh โ€” no strong opinion either way

Scale: 0โ€“5 strips in half-step increments. 0 = โ€œmehโ€, 5 = โ€œbacon blissโ€. Aggregated from creator-review sentiment, weighted by channel expertise.

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YouTube Video Descriptionโ†“

Anthony sits down with Chris for a candid, no-holds-barred conversation about Royal Caribbean International's innovative ship, the 168,666 Gross Tons Quantum of the Seas! When she debuted in 2014, the lead vessel of her class revolutionised cruising with true 'seagoing firsts' like the North Star observation capsule, the RipCord by iFLY skydiving simulator, and the high-tech Two70 entertainment venue. But how has this technological marvel fared over the years? Anthony shares his very honest, comprehensive assessment after sailing on this 4,905-guest vessel. The pair will discuss the real-world performance of the high-tech features; the hit-and-miss nature of the diverse dining options; the comfort of the staterooms; and how well the overall flow and atmosphere of the Quantum of the Seas works in practice. If you are considering a cruise on any of the revolutionary Quantum Class ships, join Anthony and Chris as they break down the real value, the true experience, and ultimately, whether this ship lives up to the hype and its 'smart' ship title. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgk7SzYDkiXWWBfMqXYH0cA/join โ€” โœ… DOWNLOAD your own "Yes - I Watch The Expert Cruise Show" sign here: https://www.chriscunard.com/wp-content/uploads/YES-Expert-Cruise-Show.pdf ๐Ÿ›ณ๏ธ Subscribe to Chris' Substack: https://themaritimehistorian.substack.com ๐Ÿ“š Browse Chris' Books: https://www.chrisframe.com.au/books ๐Ÿ‘• Support the channel at our Cruise Merch store: https://chrisframeofficial.teemill.com โœ… Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgk7SzYDkiXWWBfMqXYH0cA/join -- ๐Ÿ—บ๏ธ CUSTOM CRUISE MAP & THE CRUISE GLOBE: Made using AIS (satellite ship-tracking) data, The Cruise Maps show the exact route. Select your cruise, give your map a title, and we'll do the rest. Use my code "ChrisFrameOfficial" for 10% off at: https://thecruisemaps.com/chrisframeofficial This is an affiliate link, meaning I may earn a small commission if you purchase through it. ๐ŸŽฅ OUR EQUIPMENT: Chris' Mic: Audio Technica: https://amzn.to/4ij8myg Chris' Camera - DJI Mimo Pocket 2: https://amzn.to/3XjXwQn Vlogging Mic: DJI Mic: https://amzn.to/3D3idJP Lav Mic: DJI Lavalier Mic: https://amzn.to/4klRgBA These are affiliate links meaning we may receive a small commission from any sales. -- Disclaimer: โ€˜The Expert Cruise Showโ€™ is for informational and entertainment purposes only. The views and opinions expressed do not necessarily reflect the views of any organisation or company they may be affiliated with, nor that of the hosts Chris Frame or Anthony Davis. โ€˜The Expert Cruise Showโ€™ is not intended to be a substitute for professional advice, and is not intended as professional, personal or financial advice - always consult with a qualified professional for guidance. The hosts and guests are not responsible for any actions taken based on the information presented in โ€˜The Expert Cruise Showโ€™. Any content provided by our hosts, guests or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organisation, company, individual or anyone or anything, in line with the First Amendment right to free and protected speech (USA) and the right to freedom of opinion and expression (Australia). -- Tags: * #TransatlanticCrossing * #QM2 * #Cunard * #OceanLiner * #CruiseTravel * #ExpertCruiseShow * #ShipHistory * #NorthAtlantic * #QueenMary2 * #TravelVlog * #Cruise * #Cruising * #CruiseLife * #ShipLife * #SeaDays * #Quantumoftheseas * #RoyalCaribbean * #MaritimeHistory * #cruisenewsupdate * #oceanlinerdesigns * #celebrityedge * #celebritycruises