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Navigator of the Seas in 2025? You Might Be Surprised!

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The Bargain Chasing Tourist
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👁️ 15K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 5:10
What This Creator Said
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Other · SummerFrom Long BeachVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

The first thing that surprised me about the Navigator of the Seas is that she does not show her age this ship is maintained very well

I assume that an older smaller ship might be neglected I was definitely wrong the food in the main dining room and the Wind Jammer was spectacular

Royal Caribbean's Navigator of the Seas showed me that I have more options than the newest biggest Mega ships that are not only cost-effective but also still offer an overall amazing Cruise experience

Creator's Tips & Advice

Consider the wake-view staterooms but be aware that balconies may have less privacy as you can see into neighboring and upper balconies.

Questions This Creator Answers

QAre older cruise ships still worth sailing in 2025?
QHow is the food and service on the Navigator of the Seas?
QWhat are the benefits of Voyager-class ships compared to mega ships?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Long Beach3½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

While the new mega ships get all the hype, don’t overlook older cruise ships like the Navigator of the Seas! In this video, I’ll share my experience cruising on this beautifully refurbished Royal Caribbean ship, currently sailing from Long Beach, California. I’ll take you inside my stateroom, show off the revamped pool deck with water slides, and explain why this older Voyager-class ship exceeded all my expectations. #RoyalCaribbean #navigatoroftheseas #cruiseshiptour #cruisereview #cruiseship #cruisetips Music: Harmony, @iksonmusic Icon of the Seas photo, courtesy of Tyron Apistar 🚢Join my cruise newsletter and get my collection of printable PDFs--Packing Lists for Caribbean and Alaska cruises, Cruise Countdown checklist, Cruise Duck Tags, Savings Challenge and more--all FREE! 🚢 Click here: https://thebargainchasingtourist.kit.com As an Amazon Affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases. Cruise Accessories: Royal Caribbean luggage tags: https://amzn.to/3THP4K1 Pop up hamper: https://amzn.to/3EzdXT3 Samsonite Evolve set: https://amzn.to/496cuhR Travel Duffel Weekender Bag: https://amzn.to/4goYB0L Memory Foam Airplane Foot Hammock: https://amzn.to/3YZVDbO Passport Holder RFID Blocking: https://amzn.to/4i9OsX6 Bagsmart Travel Makeup Bag: https://amzn.to/4fH93k0 Large Hanging Toiletry Bag: https://amzn.to/3Vbl1dH Roll-up Hanging Tech Bag: https://amzn.to/3VblkFn 0:00 Intro 0:35 Navigator of the Seas 1:10 Classic Cruise Ship Features 1:47 Balcony Stateroom Tour 2:58 Navigator Refurbishments 3:23 Unique venues 3:38 Specialty Restaurants 3:52 My Experience on the Navigator