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Royal Caribbean Odyssey of the Seas - Italy, Greece & Turkey Cruise in depth - Ship Tour July 2022

Dream Vacations - Lainey Melnick & Assoc
Dream Vacations - Lainey Melnick & Assoc
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πŸ‘οΈ 396K viewsπŸ“… 3 years ago⏱️ 3:59:32

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Editorial Summary

Lainey Melnick provides an extensive tour and travelogue of a Royal Caribbean Odyssey of the Seas cruise through Italy, Greece, and Turkey. The video begins with the logistics of arriving in Civitavecchia and boarding the ship, where the creator evaluates cabin amenities, dining options, and onboard activities. She highlights specialty dining experiences like Wonderland and discusses the differences between the Quantum class and Oasis class ships, noting that the Odyssey of the Seas can feel crowded due to high demand for activities. The creator details various shore excursions, including a private tour in Santorini involving donkey rides and wine tasting, a diving experience in Mykonos, and a visit to the ancient ruins of Ephesus in Turkey. The journey concludes with excursions in Naples, covering Pompeii and a pizza making class in Sorrento, as well as a comprehensive tour of Rome featuring the Colosseum and the Borghese Gallery. Throughout the trip, Melnick offers practical advice on using private transfers, managing time zone changes, and booking popular activities in advance to avoid disappointment.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

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

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What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsCabin / Ship Tour✨Casual Creator
πŸ‘Ά Best for Family (Young Kids)Mediterranean Β· Summer Β· 8 nightsFrom CivitavecchiaVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

i have to say royal caribbean has made my day i spent a week in france and i could not get escargot and it was killing me

i definitely prefer the oasis class ships to the quantum class

the pizza is fabulous i also love cafe promenade the little snacks there are really yummy

i recommend doing a private tour instead of one of the big bus tours because you can really enjoy the island

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Book activities, dining, and specialty restaurants as soon as possible on the app or when you board
βœ“Get euros from an ATM when you arrive at the airport for easy currency
βœ“For Santorini, take the cable car or donkey up from the old port instead of a tender tour
βœ“Use private transfers or drivers for a more flexible and enjoyable shore experience

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Safety concerns about terrorism in Turkey β€” Turkey is a very safe and peaceful place; the country welcomes tourists
Not knowing to ask for better toiletries or amenities β€” Ask your stateroom attendant for anything you need; they are very helpful

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the ship tour and cabin like on Royal Caribbean Odyssey of the Seas?
QWhat are the dining options and entertainment on board?
QWhat to expect on a Mediterranean cruise to Italy, Greece, and Turkey?
QHow to handle shore excursions and transportation in ports like Santorini and Mykonos?
QWhat are the pros and cons of Quantum class vs. Oasis class ships?

Topics Covered

Dining Main3 Happy BaconEntertainment Activities3Β½ Happy BaconCrowd Capacity1Β½ Sad BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconCabin Balcony1Β½ Happy BaconPool Deck1 Happy BaconSpa Fitness2Β½ Happy BaconItinerary Route3Β½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Athens3 Happy Bacon
Top: Private tour with Dimitri
Civitavecchia1 Happy Bacon
Kusadasi2Β½ Happy Bacon
Top: Private tour to Ephesus with Charlie the Traveler
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