Regal Princess 2026: Is This Older Ship Still Worth It?
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Editorial Summary
The creators provide their initial impressions after boarding the Regal Princess for a 31 day cruise. They compare the vessel to their previous experience on the Emerald Princess, noting that the Regal Princess feels much brighter and more open, specifically mentioning the casino and theater areas. The walkthrough covers various amenities including the buffet layout, which they find more spread out, the fitness center, and the jogging track. They also explore outdoor spaces like the pool area, the retreat bar, and the sports deck featuring a putting course and driving range. While they express excitement about the ship, they note a few disappointments, such as the conversion of the Church Hill Cigar Lounge into an arcade and concerns regarding potential congestion in the gym. The creators also discuss their status as platinum members and the logistics of their upcoming trip. They conclude by stating that this is only a first impression and a full review will be provided at the end of their month long journey.
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Creator's Key Takeaways
We just got on the ship today. Um, just found it, I don't know, 20 minutes ago.
We're excited to be on the ship. We're excited for the amount of time that we have on the ship.
I'm not disappointed in is the International Cafe has some tasty treats.
If that's the worst thing that I have to deal with, that's pretty good.
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