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We Finally Tried Royal Caribbean — Here's What Surprised Us Most

Magical Mustache Man
Magical Mustache Man
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👁️ 556 views📅 7 months ago⏱️ 23:22
What This Creator Said
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❤️ Best for CoupleCaribbean · 4 nightsFrom MiamiFirst-Time Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm super excited cuz this is our first Royal Caribbean cruise.

That was the least enjoyable boarding experience I've ever had.

It was relaxing, but it was it was a vibe. We had a great time.

I would totally recommend doing the hideaway if you have the opportunity.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Reserve specialty dining in advance to get a discount.
If you're without kids at Coco Cay, go to the Hideaway adult-only area.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

first Royal Caribbean cruiseexplore the ship and enjoy the Vegas-like vibe

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the boarding experience like on Royal Caribbean?
QHow does the ship vibe compare to Disney Cruise Line?
QWhat is there to do at Coco Cay?
QIs specialty dining worth the cost?

Topics Covered

Itinerary Route3 Happy BaconEmbarkation4 Sad BaconDining Buffet1 Sad BaconDining Main3 Happy BaconDining Specialty1½ Happy BaconKids Family1 Happy BaconSpa Fitness3½ Happy BaconPort Destination4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Miami4 Happy Bacon
Nassau2½ Happy Bacon
Coco Cay4 Happy Bacon
Top: Hideaway Beach ($50 per person when booked ahead of time)
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YouTube Video Description

We've only ever cruised Disney — so when Jon got invited to a Seminar at Sea on Royal Caribbean's Wonder of the Seas, we brought you along for our very first Royal Caribbean experience. Four nights in the Bahamas, and honestly? A lot of surprises. We cover: ✦ The drive from Orlando to Miami — why we skipped the Brightline ✦ Boarding at Port of Miami — an honest comparison to Disney's process ✦ First impressions of the Royal Promenade — it feels like Vegas ✦ Oceanview Balcony stateroom tour — what's different from DCL ✦ Windjammer Buffet vs Cabanas — one of these is clearly better ✦ Main Dining Room night one — better than we expected ✦ The casino, Solarium & fitness center — things Disney Cruise Line just doesn't have ✦ Kids clubs comparison — Adventure Ocean vs Disney's Oceaneer Club ✦ Perfect Day at CocoCay — we walked the entire island so you don't have to ✦ Hideaway Beach adult-only area — is the $50 per person upcharge worth it? (YES!) ✦ Wonderland specialty dining — Alice in Wonderland molecular gastronomy reviewed honestly (we gave it a 6.5 out of 10) 🚢 Sailing through a hurricane warning added some extra excitement — we'll explain 🏰 Planning a Royal Caribbean or Disney Cruise vacation? We'd love to help — click here for a free quote: https://www.MagicalMustacheMan.com You can also connect with us here: Email – / jon@fantasticalvacations.com Instagram – / @Magicalmustacheman 🎬 Subscribe for weekly Disney, Universal & cruise content 👍 Like this video if it helped you decide between cruise lines #RoyalCaribbean #WonderOfTheSeas #RoyalCaribbeanVsDisney #CocoCay #MagicalMustacheMan #CruiseReview #DisneyCruise #HideawayBeach -------------------------- 0:00 (title) 0:30 (Day 1) 3:50 (Room Tour) 8:30 (Perfect Day at Coco Cay) 16:51 (Wonderland Dining) --------------------------