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St. Kitts & Nevis - FIRST PORT of CALL for Icon of the Seas

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EECC Travels
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πŸ‘οΈ 46K viewsπŸ“… 2 years ago⏱️ 25:17

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Editorial Summary

The creator documents a day trip from St. Kitts to Nevis while sailing on the Icon of the Seas. After expressing satisfaction with the ship's efficient morning operations, the travelers take a ferry to Nevis for a private island tour booked through a third party. The excursion, led by a driver named Teach, includes visits to Hamilton House, the Museum of Nevis History, and a natural hot spring. The tour also features views of a volcano and a stop at the historic Golden Rock Inn, which the creator describes as an authentic and exotic experience. Following a beachside lunch featuring local dishes like fried grouper and barbecue chicken, the group returns to St. Kitts via ferry. The day concludes back on the ship, where the creators cool off in a pool and watch an aqua show in the Aquadome, which they praise for its high production value. The video ends with the travelers sampling various dining options on the ship, including Mediterranean and Asian cuisine, before preparing for the next port of call.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Icon of the Seas
Bacon Bliss
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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Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

Port day is a true test of how a cruise ship runs and I am pleasantly surprised with icon

this is one absolutely authentic genuine exotic island experience man this is off the beaten path

that was absolutely incredible great show oh my God fantastic enjoyed the heck out of that

best thing I've had on the ship so good oh yum

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Bring a bathing suit for hot springs if you plan to visit

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Overcrowding on a large ship β€” The ship coordinates things well to avoid feeling crowded
Not knowing group size for tours β€” Tours are advertised as small groups, and it can be just two people

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like on the first official sailing of Icon of the Seas?
QWhat should you do in St. Kitts and Nevis on a cruise port day?
QHow does booking excursions through third parties compare to booking through the cruise line?

Topics Covered

Excursions4 Happy BaconCrowd Capacity4 Happy BaconEntertainment Shows4Β½ Happy BaconDining Buffet3Β½ Happy BaconPool Deck4 Happy BaconService Crew4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Nevis4Β½ Happy Bacon
Top: Nevis Island Tour
St. Kitts4 Happy Bacon
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