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We Were Upgraded to a Suite On Our Royal Caribbean Cruise Around Asia

Cruise With Ben and David
Cruise With Ben and David
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πŸ‘οΈ 294K viewsπŸ“… 2 years ago⏱️ 42:09

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Editorial Summary

The creators document their experience aboard the Spectrum of the Seas during a five night cruise departing from Singapore. They highlight several unique aspects of this Quantum class ship, noting differences in dining layouts, the presence of specialty restaurants like Sento, and the lack of certain traditional bars. The video details their transition into a junior suite, which they secured through the Royal Up bidding program for approximately five hundred dollars. They provide a thorough tour of the suite, emphasizing the increased space, the inclusion of a bathtub, and the presence of a coffee maker. The creators also explore the ship's amenities, including the Silver Area, which offers exclusive access to suite guests and Diamond level members. They conclude by reviewing the dining options in the Silver Dining room, praising the quality of the laksa soup and seared salmon, and participating in onboard activities such as music trivia and a magic show.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Spectrum of the Seas
Solid Strip
All-time creator consensus for Spectrum of the Seas
Barely Crispy

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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❀️ Best for CoupleAsia · Summer · 5 nightsFrom SingaporeVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

we were up graded we'll tell you all about it when we go to our room later on

it's a glorified balcony cabin just a really big balcony cabin that also come with a bathtub

the buffet looks really fantastic it's definitely a better Buffet than the actual wind jamers Buffet

this is probably the best thing for me about having a suite having a bath because it's so unusual

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Avoid the buffet on boarding day as it gets hectic
βœ“Consider booking a junior suite if you can get it at a good price via Royal Up program

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Getting a suite upgrade β€” Use the Royal Up program to bid for upgrades; they won a junior suite bid for Β£200 each

Questions This Creator Answers

QWas the suite upgrade worth it?
QWhat are the differences on Spectrum of the Seas compared to other Quantum class ships?
QWhat is the experience like cruising in Asia?

Topics Covered

Loyalty Program4 Happy BaconService Crew3Β½ Happy BaconSafety Medical3 Happy BaconCabin Suite3Β½ Happy BaconDining Buffet3 Happy BaconPool Deck2Β½ Happy BaconEntertainment Activities3 Happy BaconItinerary Route3Β½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Panang4 Happy Bacon
Penang3Β½ Happy Bacon
Phuket3Β½ Happy Bacon
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