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What Happens When You Cruise Back to Back?

Trev and Chels
Trev and Chels
πŸ₯ˆExpert
πŸ‘οΈ 396K viewsπŸ“… 2 years ago⏱️ 42:09

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Editorial Summary

The creators document their experience during a back to back seven night sailing on the Icon of the Seas. The video begins with the turnover process, where the creators transition from one sailing to the next, involving moving staterooms and navigating the ship as passengers disembark and new ones arrive. They detail the logistics of the turnover, including receiving new sea pass cards and the process of walking off the ship in Miami to immediately reboard for the next leg of the journey. The creators explore various amenities and dining options, such as the Windjammer buffet, Pearl Cafe, and specialty dining at Giovan's and Izumi. They also participate in onboard activities like mini golf and visiting the gym. Throughout the week, they visit destinations including Costa Maya and CoCoCay. The vlog concludes with a summary of their recent travels and a look ahead to upcoming content involving different cruise ships and international locations.

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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❀️ Best for CoupleCaribbean · Winter · 7 nightsFrom MiamiVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

we are basically going from one seven night sailing to the next backtack seven night sailing and it's kind of a fun process

it is kind of bittersweet because Michael and Abby are leaving us so it's time to go say goodbye

I love Royal Caribbean so much Freedom was just blowing her horn at us as she goes by by and all the people are screaming and cheering for Icon

icon is my new favorite chip after spending two weeks on her it's not even close she's incredible

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Typically a large roller suitcase will fit underneath your bed to keep your room cleaner
βœ“Check out the Overlook for watching sunsets when pulling out from Miami
βœ“Order specific mochi flavors (strawberry, green tea, mango) instead of letting the restaurant choose

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Unpacking multiple times for back-to-back cruises β€” Don't suggest switching rooms three times in three weeks, requires repeated unpacking and repacking

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat happens when you cruise back to back?
QHow does the turnover process work between back-to-back sailings?
QWhat is the experience like on Icon of the Seas for a third week?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Miami3Β½ Happy Bacon
Bakalar4Β½ Happy Bacon
Costa Maya4 Happy Bacon
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