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We Spent 5 Nights on a Royal Caribbean Ship that's SO DIFFERENT!

Cruise With Ben and David
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👁️ 208K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 40:43
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❤️ Best for CoupleAsia · 5 nightsFrom SingaporeVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We're on board a Royal Caribbean ship that's so different join us aboard spectrum of the Seas as we visit two ports and our crews from Singapore

It's just so quiet and calm back there I think this is one of the best perks of having a junior sweet it is just lovely and calm in there

The food is really good from there and the desserts are really good so going to go back to the table and Order

It's just so different want to say a big thank you to all of our patrons

Creator's Tips & Advice

On the first day, book my time dining reservations to secure a spot
Arrive early for shows as they get packed out quickly
Sanitize hands before and after using buffet tongs to avoid germs

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Jet lag affecting sleepGetting up early local time can help adjust to time differences
Humidity and heat in AsiaBring water, wear sunscreen, and consider a big hat for protection

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat makes this Royal Caribbean ship different from others?
QHow does cruising in Asia compare to the Caribbean or Europe?
QWhat are the best ways to book shore excursions?

Topics Covered

Excursions3 Happy BaconLoyalty Program2 Happy BaconValue Pricing1 Sad BaconCabin Suite4 Happy BaconDining Buffet3 Happy BaconEntertainment Shows2½ Happy BaconPool Deck1½ Sad BaconService Crew2 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Penang3½ Happy Bacon
Top: Private taxi for 3 hours (150 ringgit (about $30))
Port Klang3 Happy Bacon
Top: Bat Caves and Kuala Lumpur City Tour ($60)
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We’re onboard a Royal Caribbean Ship that’s SO DIFFERENT! Join us onboard Spectrum of the Seas as we visit our first two ports on our cruise from Singapore. From new and unusual food to incredible sights and some major differences on this cruise ship compared to other Royal Caribbean ships, we are going to have an adventure like no other! 🚢 Book CHEAPER Shore Excursions with Viator (Affiliate link): https://www.viator.com/?pid=P00089568&mcid=42383&medium=link 🚢 Book this tour on Viator (Affiliate link): https://www.viator.com/en-GB/tours/Kuala-Lumpur/Kuala-Lumpur-Cruise-Excursions-from-Port-Klang-for-KL-City-Tour/d335-100720P14?pid=P00089568&mcid=42383&medium=link ------------ ⭐ Show your support and get exclusive access to videos, a live zoom chat, postcards, your name on our videos, and more! Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/benanddavid 🛒 Visit our Amazon shop for cruise must-haves (Affiliate link): https://www.amazon.com/shop/cruisewithbendavid ▶️ Check out our Cruise Tips and News Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@InsideCruise 📧 Join our FREE email newsletter: http://bit.ly/3XuZdsy 📸 Follow us on Instagram!: https://www.instagram.com/cruisewithbenanddavid 📖 Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cruisewith ✉️ Contact us: ahoy@cruisewith.co.uk 00:00 Introduction 02:34 Packing for the Port 04:10 Breakfast 07:40 Kuala Lumpur Cruise Tour 10:00 Kings Palace 10:50 Batu Caves 12:24 Petronas Twin Towers 15:25 Lunch at a Hawker Market 16:53 Kuala Lumpur TV Tower 17:28 Buddhist Temple 18:30 Penang Introduction 20:30 What to do in George Town Penang 22:00 Penang Hill 26:10 Chew Jetty 27:25 What is the best Sun Lotion? 29:17 Dinner 35:20 Difference Between US Cruises and Asian Cruises