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Our Honest Icon of the Seas Review - What its REALLY Like on the World's Largest Cruise Ship!

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👁️ 60K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 39:42

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Editorial Summary

The creators provide a comprehensive review of Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas, comparing the vessel to other mega ships from major cruise lines. They evaluate the ship across several categories, including dining, entertainment, nightlife, and accommodations. The reviewers note that while the ship is massive, the enhanced neighborhood concept helps disperse crowds more effectively than competitors. They highlight the diverse pool options, such as the Hideaway and the Category 6 water park, and discuss the variety of dining venues ranging from complimentary quick-service spots to specialty restaurants like Chops Grill and Izumi. The review also covers the ship's entertainment offerings, including the relocated AquaDome, the Absolute Zero ice rink, and the popular dueling pianos. Regarding accommodations, the creators examine the functionality of the balcony cabins, noting improved bathroom designs and an abundance of power outlets. They conclude that the service on board was excellent and that the ship's layout successfully manages the potential for crowding, making it a highly recommended experience for travelers.

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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❤️ Best for CoupleCaribbean · Winter · 7 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we've sailed on the largest cruise ships in the world from all the major cruise lines

icon of the Seas function better than almost any mega ship we've ever sailed on

the cruise line has pushed the envelope offering Broadway Productions and unique entertainment

the icon of the Sea Service was excellent

Creator's Tips & Advice

Reserve live entertainment pre-cruise
Make reservations for dueling pianos early
Use the Pearl Cafe for grab-and-go items to avoid lines

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Crowding on large shipsIcon of the Seas disperses crowds better than expected; plan with reservations

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow does Icon of the Seas compare to other largest cruise ships?
QWhat is the pool deck like on Icon of the Seas?
QWhat entertainment options are available on Icon of the Seas?

Topics Covered

Dining Main2½ Happy BaconDining Specialty3½ Happy BaconDining Bars Drinks4 Happy BaconEntertainment Shows4½ Happy BaconService Crew4½ Happy BaconCrowd Capacity3½ Happy BaconPool Deck4½ Happy BaconWater Park4 Happy Bacon
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