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We Spent 168 Hours On Icon Of The Seas and Here's What's INSANE!

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Travel Spree
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πŸ‘οΈ 150K viewsπŸ“… 1 years ago⏱️ 2:18:59

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Editorial Summary

The creators document their experience on the Icon of the Seas, the world's largest cruise ship, during a back-to-back sailing. They provide a detailed look at various ship amenities, including the Pearl Cafe, Central Park, and the Aquadome. The video covers their initial impressions of the cabin accommodations, noting the modern design and balcony views. They explore diverse dining options, ranging from the buffet and specialty restaurants like Chops Grill and Zumi Habachi to casual spots like Playmakers. The creators also highlight various entertainment features, such as the water slides at Thrill Island, the adult-only Hideaway Bay, and the high-production Aqua Show. Throughout the journey, they discuss the ship's pricing, the effectiveness of crowd management, and the quality of service. The vlog concludes with their observations on the ship's ability to accommodate large numbers of passengers without feeling overly crowded, ultimately offering a stamp of approval for the vessel.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Icon of the Seas
Solid Strip
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

I cannot believe this this has been such a long time coming literally booked this almost 2 years ago

this is Royal's greediest F most expensive Cruise in history but anyway let's talk about this outfit

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Book dinner reservations at Izumi early to avoid missing out
βœ“Get to the Aquadome show early for good seats
βœ“Try the Mediterranean bowl at the Aquadome Market for lunch
βœ“Book a back-to-back cruise to experience a second boarding day

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Ship might be overhyped for the price β€” The ship has unique features and quality that may justify the cost, but consider booking when prices go down.
Crowding on a large ship β€” The ship's design disperses crowds well, and it rarely feels packed.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs Icon of the Seas worth the high price tag?
QWhat is the food and entertainment like on Icon of the Seas?
QHow does the ship handle crowds?
QWhat are the best things to do on a sea day?
QIs the unlimited dining package worth it on Icon of the Seas?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

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Top: Hideaway Bay Cabana
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Top: Culinary Studio Cooking Class
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