97hrs on Worlds Largest Cruise Ship in First Class

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  • čas přidán 19. 05. 2024
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    Today I’m getting onboard the worlds largest cruise ship, Wonder of the Seas. Operated by Royal Caribbean, I’ll be exploring every aspect of the experience from one of the very best first class suites onboard, to the various dining and the incredible activities you can enjoy. Ice skating, to broadway shows, to taking a zip line across the ship..it’s all possible!
    As usual, I paid in full for this experience as a regular guest. Royal Carribean had no idea I was coming, so I can offer a honest and non bias account of the experience. I explain fully in the video, and whilst we had a brilliant time there were some drawbacks, and areas for improvement especially at this price point.
    0:00 - Intro
    2:48 - Suite tour
    6:10 - Wonderland
    12:48 - Pools
    17:20 - Dinner
    22:08 - Central Park
    26:25 - Cost

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  • @Trektrendy
    @Trektrendy  Před 10 měsíci +188

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    Thanks for watching. I'm thinking of booking the new Icon of the seas next year, which will (in 2024) be the new worlds largest ship. Would you like to see this video on the channel?

    • @Rocky4711Horror
      @Rocky4711Horror Před 10 měsíci +4

      Tried to order, but they don't deliver to the UK.
      Any help..

    • @doenicorodella9232
      @doenicorodella9232 Před 10 měsíci +3

      wait for another largest cruise ship name the icon it will out next year

    • @WadeJeremy07
      @WadeJeremy07 Před 9 měsíci +1

      yes sir I'd like to see that video and I love all your videos!!! I hope you and everyone is having a wonderful and Blessed day!!!!

    • @grandmasmagic3858
      @grandmasmagic3858 Před 9 měsíci

      query: the ice skating rink..is it a real rink, as in ice rink or is it a layer of plastic...? a few years back (pre covid) there was this travelling rink that spent a week at my local shopping centre..it wasn't a 'real' ice rink, but a form of plastic squares that were laid down on the floor that real ice skates seemed to glide over easily..it was quite fun and, thankfully, not cold..

    • @pilarlester6333
      @pilarlester6333 Před 6 měsíci

      Jonas kaufmann my passion for looking

  • @UnwaryThunder9
    @UnwaryThunder9 Před 10 měsíci +5065

    $20,000+ for a theme park on the sea and still having to pay extra for food and drinks? Absolute madness. I’d much rather sail on the Queen Mary 2 than the Wonder of the Seas.

    • @Trektrendy
      @Trektrendy  Před 10 měsíci +961

      Oh I'm with you. 20k would net you a return Queens Grill transatlantic voyage on QM2 with a healthy bar tab to boot

    • @nxnxnx800
      @nxnxnx800 Před 10 měsíci +157

      And they know you're an influencer so aren't most of these videos and flights not coming out of your pocket? They comp these suites and flights knowing it's advertisement from your channel!

    • @wiggydebates3944
      @wiggydebates3944 Před 10 měsíci +15

      Agreed!

    • @PSEPI_Kabooshki
      @PSEPI_Kabooshki Před 10 měsíci +1

      The qm2 is an outdated shithole. The only reason people sail on it is because it’s the only regular transatlantic sailing.

    • @PSEPI_Kabooshki
      @PSEPI_Kabooshki Před 10 měsíci +35

      20k is not the norm, this is still one of the wonder’s first voyages.

  • @lkhall91
    @lkhall91 Před 10 měsíci +898

    For twenty thousand, you’d think it would be all inclusive, seems way to expensive, very nice vid though, cool to see the largest ship

    • @flomoose7315
      @flomoose7315 Před 10 měsíci +104

      Thought the same… when he said „the drinks were expensive“ I was like: YOU PAY EXTRA FOR THE DRINKS?!?! It cost you 22k to get there and they don’t include some basic drinks?? I mean I get that it probably won’t be freeföowing champagne… but like 90-95% of drinks should be included at that price tag🫣😅

    • @flomoose7315
      @flomoose7315 Před 10 měsíci +35

      Wait? Dinner can cost extra???🫠😅 it’s just ridiculous

    • @blueband8114
      @blueband8114 Před 10 měsíci +62

      It's the bloody mandatory tips on top of everything else. Nope, call me a stingey old git, but I decide if and how much I'm going to tip.

    • @Chrisb8s
      @Chrisb8s Před 10 měsíci +27

      And no concierge to help out with reservations.

    • @Trektrendy
      @Trektrendy  Před 10 měsíci +355

      Oh i'm in total agreement, at this price point soft drinks, mid level alcohol and dinners should all be included. But again, that's exactly why I produce such content to shine a light on areas that frankly need some improvement.

  • @aeomisso
    @aeomisso Před 9 měsíci +404

    The costing on this trip is insane. No barista coffee, extra tipping required and the pricing on the food and drinks is wild! Love the videos as always ❤

    • @-ripinpieces-8409
      @-ripinpieces-8409 Před 5 měsíci

      @@rachkate76 Yeah, a total rip off. I'd never tip mandatory. Fck off and go by yourself then. I tip for exceptional service, cause I want to reward the waiter/waitress, but never mandatory.

    • @deadzonemuco.7870
      @deadzonemuco.7870 Před 5 měsíci +5

      Extra Tipping?
      What an American Cruise ship it is.

    • @kungfugaming3230
      @kungfugaming3230 Před 4 měsíci +1

      Suites can get to 10,000 per person the cheapest rooms are interior for this ship which cost 2000 per person

    • @60SecondBoooks
      @60SecondBoooks Před 3 měsíci +2

      The tipping just means, that at this cost the company still doesn't pay their employees a wage one could live of

    • @JeniferHaque-eq8sl
      @JeniferHaque-eq8sl Před 3 měsíci

      Jesus was not killed nor Jesus was crucified

  • @johngraves6878
    @johngraves6878 Před 8 měsíci +95

    Thanks for saving me $22000 dollars. I'm very empathic, you see. That was really fun and a very efficient way to experience 4 days in a floating, high-end shopping mall. How easy it is to overlook all the logistics you surely must employ to film everything properly, including the camera drone. Thanks to you and your lovely companion.
    For 22K, I could visit many awesome destinations in Europe for 2 to 3 months or on a budget, 4 months. (single occupancy, of course) Much more sensible and far less insulated from reality. I prefer "roughing it." Lol.

    • @FigaroHey
      @FigaroHey Před 4 měsíci +6

      "a floating, high-end shopping mall." Exactly. It's everything I hate - on land or on the sea. As an American, I have to say, though, it's like American commercialism gone mad. Awful. It screams, 'money, money, money.' Just... vulgar.

    • @leoxd7029
      @leoxd7029 Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@FigaroHey Not really. You see, normally, Price tags like these come with exquisit food, service, rooms and of course all inclusive. The fact they allow themselves to charge 20K and then want you to tip ON TOP OF regular tips AND charge you for drinks and food.... just a hard no. That is not American commercialism, it's just stupid. You simply do not get the value you pay for. If that were the case there wouldn't be a problem with this price tag. But you're simply not getting the value.

  • @walover165
    @walover165 Před 10 měsíci +876

    I think this might be the first video of yours I've watched where I've been completely aghast at the price. Normally I get sticker shock from your videos, but the luxury and food and drink balances it out. But the sheer amount of extra money needed on this ship is insane. At that price point everything should be included. But this is why I enjoy your videos - you're super honest about how bad that experience is.

    • @fuksoup
      @fuksoup Před 9 měsíci +21

      Well, to play devils advocate, once you get on the boat, you don’t “need” to spend another dime. A lot of the things he bought were extra charges that didn’t have to be purchased. As an example, there are free dining establishments on the boat, free drinks, etc, but he just chose not to go to those as often

    • @walover165
      @walover165 Před 9 měsíci +28

      @@fuksoup Yeah, but then you spend half the day trekking back to the one dining room that isn't extra, the one bar that isn't extra. On other ships with cheaper pricetags you can just pop into a bunch of different restaurants all over the ship.

    • @concepcionflorentino8425
      @concepcionflorentino8425 Před 9 měsíci +7

      I felt there's something lacking for the price paid, exclusivity, really upscale experience as well as the look of everything offered. Seems Wil and Millie enjoyed much the experience, maybe the actual feel much differs from what has been recorded.

    • @fuksoup
      @fuksoup Před 9 měsíci +7

      @@walover165 If we look at this specific ship, his stateroom is unfortunately as far away from anything as it gets, other than the free buffet which is one deck down and about the same location. I can understand if you pay this much money you don’t really want to hike for miles just to get some food, but this is something that many people would’ve taken into account before getting that specific room. That said, for $20K, everything should’ve been included anyway - I know some rooms (even cheaper ones) do include drinks but I don’t think this was one of them.

    • @spare97
      @spare97 Před 9 měsíci +13

      What gets me is that as a 20k suite customer, he doesn't get priority in booking specialty dining. That suite customer should absolutely get priority on any booking on the ship.

  • @Skittl1321
    @Skittl1321 Před 9 měsíci +1213

    I'm shocked that suite didn't come with a drinks package or at least some dining package. That's insanity.

    • @yamahaguy1732
      @yamahaguy1732 Před 9 měsíci +3

      That’s royal for you

    • @clericalthoughts
      @clericalthoughts Před 9 měsíci +44

      I wonder if they are playing off the rich's egos with that. Can't spend $20k on a cruise then lose face over a $30 sippy cup of alcohol 😬

    • @rjl886
      @rjl886 Před 9 měsíci +12

      There are suites that do come with included wifi, and unlimited drink and dining packages,,i dont have the money to stay in a suite and i don know the full details, but this review left out an enormous amount of details...

    • @tinadill284
      @tinadill284 Před 8 měsíci +8

      Food is included but he went to the special restaurant.

    • @anotherone-xp9ox
      @anotherone-xp9ox Před 8 měsíci

      so many F U moments to people who are spending big money.

  • @eddienoodles9043
    @eddienoodles9043 Před 8 měsíci +197

    Me and my family have also went on The Wonder of The Seas and we went with 8 people including me. The cost was about 7k+ because we didn’t get first class, but for the 7 days we spent there we barley did anything since everywhere was filled. Numerous things that were actually fun required you to be 18+, so my younger siblings just ate and go to their rooms. The water park had extremely salty water, which peeled my skin and caused multiple scars. The food was pretty good, but the only place you’d get food for free would only be the buffet, hot dog stand, a pizza place, and a Mexican grill. Me and my siblings would only go to the card room and play ping pong for free time, while my parents would go gamble at the casino. Even though we went to the Bahamas and the other islands everything including an Uber - for a tour around the island -, and getting access to the water park on the islands would cost an excessive amount of money, and the places that were free would always be overcrowded. I was even more dissatisfied that everything that included food would had be bought in packages, which added more payment into our experience. Overall, was it worth it? Ofc not, but for experience? Probably not, but I wouldn’t go on it again. 4/10.

    • @hudsonv24
      @hudsonv24 Před 7 měsíci +10

      Well most of the stuff you can reserve on the app before the cruise starts and then you’ll be able to do it all, we were just on harmony of the seas and we reserved all the stuff we wanted to do on the app beforehand and never had a problem of not being able to do what we want

    • @robertgedzelman380
      @robertgedzelman380 Před 7 měsíci

      I think that after the 18-24 months that Covid essentially "killed" cruising, the Royal Caribbean line is looking to make up for their losses. But since the hosts spent over $2,500/day per person (which includes all meals) to pay $150 ($75/person) really meant they really spent around $125/person for dinner (when one considers what they paid for their "suite"). Still, I think they were "nickled and dimed" to death, and it sounds like you also felt your cruise was heavily option-priced, and a score of 4 out of 10 means you're not likely to return to RC for another go-round. I also would be very upset if after paying nearly $1,000 per person, that virtually any worthwhile activity was extra money...or that so many venues were sold out. Your kids spent most of their time in their cabins? In that lovely warm Caribbean weather? I'd be very upset and would definitely rate the experience poorly and warn others to be well-prepared for disappointment. Hudsonv24 advised that you should have had the app and then book all the options and activities in advance? I cannot imagine cruising and creating a schedule weeks in advance that you must adhere to minute by minute. By the way: we did a Holland America tour: the ship's tour was FREE, although you don't get to see many of the engineering areas nor the bridge. Trek Trendy spent well over $1,000 per person on options, so in my book, I'd rate RC very low and would cruise elsewhere. I hope that this option-pricing is NOT the wave of the future. Thank you for your feedback...much appreciated.

    • @xScooterAZx
      @xScooterAZx Před 7 měsíci +5

      @@hudsonv24 But you have no freedom them as you have a schedule you need to follow.

    • @hudsonv24
      @hudsonv24 Před 7 měsíci +5

      @@xScooterAZxyou don’t need to follow that schedule you can cancel which frees up spots for other people

    • @xScooterAZx
      @xScooterAZx Před 7 měsíci

      @@hudsonv24 Ahh.
      Thanks for letting me know. :}

  • @kade150
    @kade150 Před 8 měsíci +103

    I watched this video a couple of weeks ago and was really appalled at the cost, number of passengers, and inflated extra meal costs. I see from the comments I wasn't alone.
    While it is nice to have a large suite, at $22,000 for 96 hours its quite ridiculous. The huge disadvantage of that suite is the staircase. Given 50% of cruise passengers are over 50 having to use stairs is not as simple and has potential for accidents.
    It was good that you took one for the team by trying the restaurants where you have to pay extra, however at $22,000 both the food and drinks should be included.
    There is a compulsory gratuity of 18%; to suggest an additional tip of 10-20% is outrageous.

    • @Puddin205
      @Puddin205 Před 4 měsíci +3

      Even the Titanic had included drinks and meals onboard. Except for the Á La Carte Restaurant.

    • @afrianisantiabadisimanjunt3477
      @afrianisantiabadisimanjunt3477 Před 4 měsíci

      latuaged your is the rememberis come the ocarina.Hotel dont the give money come.just to borrow form to ocarina all.

  • @TheWilbz
    @TheWilbz Před 10 měsíci +592

    10%-20% tip on top of mandatory 18% when you've paid £20k to be there. What on earth.
    As always, stellar video Will

    • @wincrasher2007
      @wincrasher2007 Před 9 měsíci +35

      very little of that tip makes it to the employees I'll bet.

    • @andrewwilson6046
      @andrewwilson6046 Před 9 měsíci +5

      Yeah, ridiculous!

    • @michaell8532
      @michaell8532 Před 9 měsíci

      don't worry he tipped less than 8%

    • @cliffontheroad
      @cliffontheroad Před 9 měsíci +6

      @@wincrasher2007 gave U an upvote re: tips. Possibly sliding scale decided by the company, and any extra tips distributed the same way. My one cruise (long ago), private $ tip to a crewman had to be turned in to the company.

    • @Imshortitsok06
      @Imshortitsok06 Před 9 měsíci +9

      I hope that the 18% tip was already included in the price, because $10 for a $151 meal is a lousy tip.

  • @EmmaCruises
    @EmmaCruises Před 10 měsíci +129

    Emma cruises approved indeed! 🤣🍪
    It’s so fun for me to watch this video, we took basically the same cruise but in the opposite way. My total onboard spend came to $50, I bought the soda package and stayed in a ‘inside’ balcony cabin. 😀🥳
    I always look at those speciality restaurant and suites so it’s so good to see inside. 🤣🤣

    • @miikatenkula6356
      @miikatenkula6356 Před 10 měsíci +7

      Do you have a video of this ship too? For some reason I want to see the cheaper side of this as well. (:

    • @EmmaCruises
      @EmmaCruises Před 10 měsíci +23

      @@miikatenkula6356 I just disembarked yesterday but in a couple of weeks, I will! :)

    • @singbike5832
      @singbike5832 Před 10 měsíci +22

      You should do EmmaCruises/TrekTrendy cross over, where you both take the same cruise.

    • @anyexpat
      @anyexpat Před 9 měsíci +5

      @@singbike5832 CruisesTrendy

    • @mariapepe2429
      @mariapepe2429 Před 9 měsíci

      @@singbike5832 That would be amazing!

  • @BrennenL
    @BrennenL Před 9 měsíci +27

    Dude, I have never been on a cruise, and my peers & family are always going on cruises. This ship, being the current largest in the world, is a large exception for a cruise example... but what a video to immerse viewers to show what it's like to be on a cruise! I can't imagine families with multiple children, trying to eat & entertain each day, after paying for the cruise alone. Very, very fascinating.

    • @appleintosh
      @appleintosh Před 5 měsíci

      He spent a lot more than he had to for this video. You can get a balcony room on a 7 day cruise for about $2k, and it’s even cheaper for non-balcony or interior rooms. Once you’re on board, you don’t have to spend another dime if you don’t want to. Most food is free, and you get basic drinks for free. All the entertainment on board is free. Alcohol is always extra cost of course. Cruises are pretty good value for the money in my opinion.

  • @gidgitvonlarue9972
    @gidgitvonlarue9972 Před 4 měsíci +11

    My mother and step father did the Nordic ocean liner - said it was just pure luxury and perfect and didn't have to pay ANY extra for anything on board. Pick your cruises wisely people!

  • @serasotasadie
    @serasotasadie Před 10 měsíci +242

    There are a lot of travel youtubers out there, but something about your soothing voice, calm demeanor, thorough explanations, inside jokes and honest reviews, make yours ever so much more watchable! (Also Millie!) I LOVE seeing the menus for each place whenever possible, and what you ate! (My fave part, won't lie!) Thanks for posting, it is very entertaining and great to watch!

    • @Eurobazz
      @Eurobazz Před 10 měsíci +2

      I always think William sounds like a voice-over actor from the 1970s selling brand new cars.

    • @24k.purelife
      @24k.purelife Před 10 měsíci +1

      I agree!

    • @dobees8183
      @dobees8183 Před 9 měsíci

      Are you really that uninteresting?

  • @lynnelongman2466
    @lynnelongman2466 Před 10 měsíci +40

    I am so glad to get to this trip with you. This would be my worst nightmare, but I get to watch it and share your experience without having to go through it myself. Soo, thank you

    • @matthewhart5365
      @matthewhart5365 Před 10 měsíci +7

      So true. What a hell, like a prison for gaining weight.

  • @bodiehart7544
    @bodiehart7544 Před 9 měsíci +4

    This is a great example of why the drink package is extremely worth it. 3-4 drinks a day covers what you pay for and in my experience, you get way more

  • @rickbase833
    @rickbase833 Před 5 měsíci +21

    I've done my share of cruising....all on Norwegian. It was eye popping that the Suite was so expensive. For almost 20K I would think you could get more space. I've stayed in the Honeymoon and Penthouse suites and both were considerably less in cost albeit over ten years ago. The Norwegian Garden Villas (only 2 on the ship) are 27K but over 5000 sqft and multiple rooms. The Suite in this video is not big and the appearance of greater volume is made with the additional floor main bedroom. The Norwegian penthouse suite is more volumous and the bathroom is quite large with floor to ceiling window in the full shower. Overall I get a sense that these bigger ships and the extreme packing in of 7K souls is indicative of corporate greed mentality where you get nickel and dimed at every opportunity. Sheesh....even the Penthouse suite on Norwegian had full drink card included. My cruising days are over for sure and I'm also a USN veteran so I've had my fill of herding onboard ships of any kind.

  • @catherinewright
    @catherinewright Před 10 měsíci +140

    I will never be able to afford £18000 for 97 hours on a boat, so thank you for the experience hahahah
    I’d still be getting titanic vibes on a ship this big. I’d be worried that 7000 people would never fit on the lifeboats, but it’s a very fancy, fun and beautiful ship! But for £185 an hour, it should be world class. And all the food should be complimentary. Having to pay for soft drinks is actually offensive considering the price you paid.

    • @GC9exe
      @GC9exe Před 10 měsíci +11

      The price definitely depends on when you sail. I was able to book the same type of room on Oasis of the Seas for $8,000. The actual first class that they have, which is called star-class, has everything included, all the drinks and all the dining. I guess the fact that it is on the newest ship and the fact that they went during the summer make the price really outrageous and not worth it. It is definitely better to go on older Oasis class ships that are just as good, like Oasis of the Seas for much cheaper. And don't take this as me defending the crazy $20,000 price. And also my $8,000 price is for four people. It's 7 nights, too.

    • @jahbern
      @jahbern Před 10 měsíci +7

      This price is definitely not normal for that room 😂 And don’t worry, there is a life raft/boat seat for every person on the ship 👍🏻

    • @gilbydog7350
      @gilbydog7350 Před 10 měsíci +3

      I think you've touched on a real and genuine concern with a ship this big. In an emergency would they be able to disembark 7,000 people quickly ?

    • @jahbern
      @jahbern Před 10 měsíci +4

      @@gilbydog7350 it’s interesting because we are used to airplanes, where flight attendants are trained to evacuate an airplane in 90 seconds. But that’s because the biggest risk is fire and explosions in a small space - and there is almost always a safer environment outside the plane. With cruise ships it’s very very different. Cruise ships are designed to resist catching on fire - and even more so they resist spreading fire. There are fire doors, fire suppression systems, and non-flammable materials. If a room catches on fire it can be completely isolated in minutes. The biggest danger to evacuating passengers is injury caused by panicking passengers. So slower is always better. The kinds of issues cruise ships face tend to allow for slow evacuations to minimize injury and death. I think I read that ships should be ready to have life boats launched within half an hour of everyone reaching their muster stations. That gives disabled and injured people plenty of time to get to the lifeboat safely. A mad rush would just injure more people.
      Incidentally, that’s why captains on planes avoid emergency evacuations whenever possible (ie if it’s safe to remain on the plane). Because most people injured in an emergency are injured in the evacuation. People can be clumsy or rude or just plain push people out of the way. We are a mess in emergencies.

    • @michaelgrey1946
      @michaelgrey1946 Před 10 měsíci +4

      Does anyone wonder how he affords this content all the time?
      Truly need an answer

  • @MarkLee-617
    @MarkLee-617 Před 10 měsíci +71

    Your conclusion pretty much matched my own feelings on why the premium experience didn't entirely deliver. I would have expected more at that price point and certainly made to feel a tad more special than usual. Now im going back to rewatch your Virgin cruise again! Thanks for your efforts in showing us warts and not just this video, but all the ones you do have been super useful in allowing me to make better decisions on my next travel plans. Thanks again!!!!

    • @haydensydney
      @haydensydney Před 9 měsíci +2

      Im with you. This is so underwhelming at that price point!

  • @jcbrooksie9558
    @jcbrooksie9558 Před 7 měsíci +10

    Praying extra for food and then having to pay an additional 10-20% over the mandated 18%???? That's insane based on what you've already paid!

  • @Jsdunnrox
    @Jsdunnrox Před 6 měsíci +3

    Super appreciative about him being open about the prices and finances and showing he paid for them too!

  • @netizensarrest4241
    @netizensarrest4241 Před 10 měsíci +38

    I absolutely love how this channel provides a personal experience whilst offering a VERY helpful rundown for travellers. I think the added costs and the crowds only confirms that larger scale cruises are not for me. Definitely more keen on trying a smaller luxury cruise or train experience.

  • @elliottstride791
    @elliottstride791 Před 10 měsíci +18

    My wife and I sailed Wonder in a junior suite (a slightly larger balcony cabin without most suite neighbohood perks) for our honeymoon and I think a trick has been missed here with not prebooking, you can skip so much of the upsell. A 3 night speciality dinning package even paying a supplement for the Hibachi effectively organises a buy 2 get 3 deal. Same with drinks the drink package was much cheaper booked before the journey coming to about 80 pounds a day, everyday we got our moneys worth especially since cocktails are allowed in the solarium hot tubs.
    For things not covered here (we couldn't do everything over a week in the Mediterranean so this trip couldn't do everything if it tried) I'd recommend boozy brunch at the Mason jar (southern soul food restraunt) and the aforementioned Solarium an adult only pool complex with a hot tub extending off the edge of the ship.

  • @claytonwade3570
    @claytonwade3570 Před 4 měsíci +10

    this is quality content, you make an entire trip into a video and make it seem perfect.

  • @jackkelly4622
    @jackkelly4622 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Just went on my first cruise in the Caribbean last month and I didn’t realize how fun they are
    The room on this one is crazy!!

  • @igrvks
    @igrvks Před 9 měsíci +56

    The nickle and diming on almost everything at this price point made the Virgin cruise look a way more appealing experience. Even if money was no issue it seems like the ticket cost did not include very much compared to lower tier passengers.

    • @jessigirlrae1688
      @jessigirlrae1688 Před 7 měsíci

      No drink package on Virgin. Have to pay for each separately

    • @rich-tp2dx
      @rich-tp2dx Před 3 měsíci

      Couldn't agree more. Go to any similarly priced activity - Michelin restaurants, first class flights, five star hotels...they offer many benefits beyond the basic expectations of food, airfare, accommodation respectively. A five star hotel will book activities (almost as a travel planner) and first class flights often include ground transportation to/from. This cruise would be very disappointing for me.

  • @RichardRatner.1972
    @RichardRatner.1972 Před 10 měsíci +90

    Your content, editing & information is ALWAYS on point. Thanks Will for your fantastic videos. Big love, kindest regards, Richard U.K

  • @redgarcia1427
    @redgarcia1427 Před 3 měsíci

    @23:58 the smile on your face and the twinkle in your eyes you can see it took you back to a happy memory from childhood!!✌🐢

  • @brianjanson3498
    @brianjanson3498 Před 7 měsíci +1

    You live like royalty. (at least for a while). I appreciate the extra effort you put into the experience for our benefit. Your channel has become one of my favorites.

  • @diamondbed86
    @diamondbed86 Před 10 měsíci +30

    Always love a Sunday post! Especially when over 20 minutes. Thanks!

  • @meduseld255
    @meduseld255 Před 10 měsíci +33

    Millie and her smile are one of the best parts of your channel.

  • @22kwasi
    @22kwasi Před 8 měsíci +2

    Went on the spectrum of the seas 3 night cruise only cost like 5k for 4 passengers in star class same room as yours got a personal butler 24/7 all food included specaility resturants also included. Amazing and very worth it

  • @Herculainn
    @Herculainn Před 4 měsíci +1

    I love that you say "included in your fare" rather than "free"

  • @wakandaforever4291
    @wakandaforever4291 Před 10 měsíci +245

    I love it when Millie comes along. Her pleasant demeanor always makes me in a happy mood 😊

    • @menaceledennis
      @menaceledennis Před 9 měsíci +25

      Lol you're so sad

    • @sultoni9719
      @sultoni9719 Před 9 měsíci +19

      The replies are so weird tf, let them enjoy her presence 😐

    • @anguspaterson7849
      @anguspaterson7849 Před 9 měsíci +4

      @@heinekenczechbro that’s a little rude let her eat what she wants to eat

    • @laurenhepp4681
      @laurenhepp4681 Před 8 měsíci

      Me too ❤

    • @mattyg415
      @mattyg415 Před 8 měsíci

      Millie on air me thinks!

  • @LAOM3423
    @LAOM3423 Před 10 měsíci +167

    Compared to many of the ships you’ve sailed on and the 20K price point, there should not have been so many extra charges. Great video! Have you tried the Cunard yet? I would love to see a video on that one!

    • @ahota84
      @ahota84 Před 10 měsíci +6

      he sailed Cunard with his dad a few months ago

    • @rowaystarco
      @rowaystarco Před 10 měsíci +1

      The cabin is expensive because it is big and has a great view, space is at a premium on a ship. People booking these cabins usually have plenty of cash to pay for extra charges as well.

    • @teabagtowers3823
      @teabagtowers3823 Před 10 měsíci +2

      @@rowaystarco Still a fucking $1000 that is such a piss take.

    • @rowaystarco
      @rowaystarco Před 10 měsíci

      @@teabagtowers3823 what? What are you trying to say here?

    • @teabagtowers3823
      @teabagtowers3823 Před 10 měsíci +3

      @@rowaystarco Even if I was rich $1000 is a piss take.

  • @esmymo
    @esmymo Před 7 měsíci

    We thank you very much for giving us this opportunity and sharing these wonderful moments of your beautiful journey. We were truly enjoying ourselves as if we were on the train...more fun.

  • @willmurray2655
    @willmurray2655 Před 9 měsíci +6

    I went on wonder at the start of June. Absolutely amazing I’ve been on 2 other royal Caribbean cruises as well and this one tops them all off. Can’t wait for icon of the seas

    • @Richard.Charles.S
      @Richard.Charles.S Před 9 měsíci +2

      Really ! I am glad you enjoyed your experiences! But Have You Tried P&O or Cunard They are so much Better and all inclusive for that Category of Suites 😊

    • @sarahprince2412
      @sarahprince2412 Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@Richard.Charles.S Cunard is very boring unless you don’t like to do anything. I did the Queen Elizabeth with my family when we went through the Panama Canal and it was just ok. Cunard is mainly for much older cruisers versus if you are young. Think like people in their 50’s and up. If you love to stay busy with lots of entertainment choices then Cunard is not it. I enjoyed doing the Norwegian Sky cruise which had 100% open bar and went to the Bahamas as well. I also did Carnival which was fun too when I was younger. Cunard was just eh to me. I would love to do Royal Caribbean but this price tag is insane and overpriced with no perks for him being in a suite. He should have gotten many different free perks for that price. It’s a shame how these companies get to rip people off. 😑😑😑😑

  • @ARidenour
    @ARidenour Před 10 měsíci +32

    😂The small dig to Mcdonalds about the ice cream machine made me actually laugh out loud Will. I really hope that since you were right by the Space Coast that you went to NASA on Cape! I *love* going, never gets old. The ship is nice but I agree, for the price point the extra cost for almost everything was pretty surprising. I'd think the class you purchased it'd all be inclusive. That being said, it looks like a great experience! Love seeing Millie on trips! You guys are just absurdly cute together.

  • @pamlippert9662
    @pamlippert9662 Před 10 měsíci +20

    Incredible ship! I am very surprised at all of the extra charges given the suite you're in and the eye-watering price tag of the tickets!

  • @alext1817
    @alext1817 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I always look forward to your videos Simon! Thank you for all you do! Merry Christmas to you and your family/friends!!

  • @clericalthoughts
    @clericalthoughts Před 9 měsíci +1

    I really appreciate it that you don't hide when things are expensive. Even if you can afford them, you are aware that the price might be outrageous. And im only at the 40% tip for the first meal 😵‍💫😵‍💫😵‍💫

  • @banti1980
    @banti1980 Před 10 měsíci +14

    Thanks will for another beautiful journey. Without you people like us would never be able to explore a cruise like this. My whole family waits for ur blog and it’s a treat for whole family to sit and watch ur amazing videos together. Keep doing the great work. Well done 👏

  • @ErinChamberlain
    @ErinChamberlain Před 10 měsíci +10

    It is totally absurd that they didn't include your drink packages. You definitely should have received a lot more for your money. Thank you for doing these though! I've cruised several times and I do it on the cheap because I'm more interested in doing activities both on and off the ship than what my room looks like or what amenities it has. I spend so little time in the room, ya know what I mean? Anyway, thanks again! I love your channel and adore sweet Millie!

  • @tj9382
    @tj9382 Před 4 měsíci

    These videos are awesome, I bet you love your job. For me these offer a fascinating insight into these various modes of luxury travel. Keep them coming. 🎉

  • @scrappingfla9016
    @scrappingfla9016 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Love how you mention each other's channels..."Emma cruises would approve 😊"

  • @jonesboy201
    @jonesboy201 Před 10 měsíci +16

    Welcome to Royal Caribbean. I’ve 19 cruises under my belt sailing with RCI since 2006. The pricing has just gone crazy this year (Covid recovery pricing) and as you rightly mention, the upselling is all part and parcel of cruising nowadays. Being in a suite would have granted you access to the concierge / suite club for free drinks every night. At least something is “free” on board but the reality is it’s all part of your cruise fare. Extra gratuities expected everywhere you go, even after pre paying gratuities before boarding. I wouldn’t sail on Wonder of the Seas as it’s a floating kids club. Try Celebrity next time, much better cruise line and with the option of prepaying a classic or premium drinks package.

    • @osirismejia3959
      @osirismejia3959 Před 9 měsíci +2

      Love that you cleared this up for people. I have gone on multiple RC cruises and have never come close to paying near that much!

    • @-ripinpieces-8409
      @-ripinpieces-8409 Před 5 měsíci

      Most shocking for me is the mandatory tip and even asking out for another handout. Are these organized beggar gangs? What is wrong with you US guys to accept this insanity? I was asked for a tip from an automated gas station pump. This is just insanity!

  • @JacobEvans2
    @JacobEvans2 Před 10 měsíci +23

    You can go on all inclusive on Regent and Seaborne cruises for less than the cost of this. Absolutely crazy money and whilst that suite was nice, it seemed quite small compared to what you’d find on other cruise lines

  • @Pumpkincosmo
    @Pumpkincosmo Před 6 měsíci

    You’re the man. Thank you so much for all your videos!!! You’re doing an incredible job I love all your videos and please make more.

  • @Table_3
    @Table_3 Před 3 měsíci +2

    For all the people expressing concern for all the additional add ons, I, having recently been on a Royal Caribbean cruise can confirm that you can still have a great cruise without spending any extra money. We payed $1800 for our interior room and spent $30 on the soda package. We ate dinner every night with the rest of our family in the main dining room, which had way better food then you'll get on a run of the mill resturant on land. Breakfast and lunch were eaten in the windjammer buffet or the free pizza joint. As for entertainment, we went to all the shows and did all the free activities and talked with family. Was on of the best vacations i've ever had and we spent a grand total of $3000 for the entire trip including flights.

  • @StripesofValor
    @StripesofValor Před 10 měsíci +15

    It’s always nice to watch someone give honest reviews. To pay $20,000 and then pay another $1,000 in extras for meals and drinks is insane. I can think of so many other things to do with $20,000; like building a greenhouse 😁
    Glad you guys enjoyed yourselves and keep up the great work; I thoroughly enjoy your videos every week!

    • @gilbydog7350
      @gilbydog7350 Před 10 měsíci

      lol, I'm sure there is no product placement here.

    • @jessigirlrae1688
      @jessigirlrae1688 Před 10 měsíci +1

      Its way cheaper if you just go in a regular room. It's also WAYYY cheaper to buy your drinks and food (at the specialty restaurants) online preboarding. But you don't HAVE to buy the specialty restaurants. There is so much free food.

  • @duckie250
    @duckie250 Před 10 měsíci +11

    The suite you had on board of the icebreaker trip looked a lot more special and sophisticated. The food looked also much more elegant. Cheaper also.

    • @datway3582
      @datway3582 Před 7 měsíci

      The food and wonderland restaurant looked horrible imo. Dingy asf

  • @polong99
    @polong99 Před 5 měsíci +3

    This man is a family man. Always take care of his loved one. No one gets left behind in his journey.

  • @darlenefrymark9838
    @darlenefrymark9838 Před 3 měsíci

    I was grateful for the vicarious va-ca getaway. Genuinely! I'll stick with house/pontoon and party boats, on the endless lakes, within our slice of Heaven. What a hoot! I went on a 3 day cruise, and loved it! Once ... was enough.

  • @JenKnee423
    @JenKnee423 Před 10 měsíci +6

    There’s another CZcamsr, Jordan Bauth who was working on Wonder while you were there. She’s a figure skater and was part of the ice cast. I hope you saw their show. I’ve watched it on CZcams and it looks incredible. Honestly, for what you paid, drinks and premium restaurants should have been included.

  • @tankyh85
    @tankyh85 Před 8 měsíci

    Amazing review man! Can’t wait to see your coverage of the new Icon of the Seas!

  • @vfclassicals
    @vfclassicals Před 7 měsíci

    Great editing. Looks proffessional and enjoyble to watch.

  • @SamPalmer63
    @SamPalmer63 Před 9 měsíci +13

    Millie is such a good addition to the travels!

  • @NeweyAdrian1
    @NeweyAdrian1 Před 10 měsíci +42

    For 20k i would expect way more complimentary things. Its a super nice ship, but its very commercialised in an American way sadly and it would also ruin my mood.
    Especially the tip added on top of mandatory tip. Its just insane. The ship itself is magnificent though

    • @Trektrendy
      @Trektrendy  Před 10 měsíci +20

      Agreed, and this is exactly why I review products like this, to lift the veil on something that will never usually be picked up by the countless press trip videos online

    • @Chrisb8s
      @Chrisb8s Před 10 měsíci +1

      @@Trektrendyat least a concierge service and a welcome gift

  • @dawnriddle-knowlton9932
    @dawnriddle-knowlton9932 Před 7 měsíci

    WONDERful video! My favorite by far... So far. What an amazing ship.

  • @ricardodeangelo3851
    @ricardodeangelo3851 Před 4 měsíci

    I'm a new subscriber to your channel. I live in toledo Ohio. I've done some traveling in Europe when I was a teenager, I'm 60 years old now. I just absolutely love watching your travels. Looking forward to much more. I wish I could still travel with my loved ones!

  • @FraserAtSea
    @FraserAtSea Před 10 měsíci +5

    I’m living on cruise ships all year this year, and you’ve painted a really clear picture of this one. I sailed on Symphony of the Seas (slightly smaller than this one) a few weeks ago, and found the sheer scale of it absolutely remarkable!

  • @TheRiverPirate13
    @TheRiverPirate13 Před 10 měsíci +9

    Love it! I have dined in Chops Grille on 3 different RCCL ships. When seeing your dinner bill I realize I saved a lot of money booking the restaurant before the cruise! I've seen the Wonder of the Seas several times as I visit Port Canaveral many times a year to cruise or just visit the beach bars. I only live a little over an hour to the north. I am just so impressed with your videography and how you edit the video to make the trip story so seamless! I'm taking notes for myself to use some those great techniques on my next cruise video in December. You have probably one of the best travel channels on CZcams. Why do I feel broke after watching them? Lol! Cheers!

  • @kriss1292
    @kriss1292 Před 9 měsíci +2

    Millie looks beautiful in green. That is definitely her color.

  • @thomasspino9976
    @thomasspino9976 Před 6 měsíci

    Great video. I enjoy seeing you and Millie traveling. giving tips for people ti do it in the future. Tom from Texas.

  • @theaustralianguy6727
    @theaustralianguy6727 Před 10 měsíci +3

    He saved me once again with another amazing video now I can attempt to get my grandma to take my family and I on a cruise in the Caribbean. Keep up the great work and effort you put into all these videos we all love to watch them. ❤ from Australia 🇦🇺

  • @salsanacho
    @salsanacho Před 9 měsíci +5

    Love the shoutout to Emma Cruises, I really like both of yours informational style of presenting. I agree that if I was looking for a vacation at that price point, wouldn't use it on a suite on a mass market cruise. It's like that old adage "never buy the nicest house in the neighborhood"... no matter how exclusive the cruise line attempts to make the suite experience, you're still on a platform that is catered to the masses and not geared towards exclusivity.

  • @JayROwen
    @JayROwen Před 6 měsíci +13

    Millie is always well presented and my fashion inspiration! Always a good video when she's with you.

  • @dannywilkinson1176
    @dannywilkinson1176 Před 10 měsíci +4

    Simply love your travel videos, honest, interesting and well put together. Keep up the great work.

  • @cricketmcclure3458
    @cricketmcclure3458 Před 10 měsíci +17

    Costs were absolutely OUTRAGEOUS!!! Hope your garner many more Patreon supporters to offset these charges...Millie is looking so splendid in her camera shots! I do so appreciate your efforts to show us (we, who could never afford these hi dollar pleasures) what the 'rich folks' are entitled to enjoy. Thank you sir, and lady!

    • @lala-ct9ir
      @lala-ct9ir Před 9 měsíci

      Why should Patreon pay for this?

    • @cricketmcclure3458
      @cricketmcclure3458 Před 9 měsíci

      @@lala-ct9ir Patreon SUPPORTERS provide funding for these excursions...did you not know?

  • @moreykammerman4377
    @moreykammerman4377 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Perhaps you'd enjoy a summer stint on a ground floor 'suite' at the luxurious Motel 6 in Santa Fe?

  • @complexptsdsurvivor
    @complexptsdsurvivor Před 8 měsíci

    Went on Jewel of the Seas, had a balcony room.. we just eaten at the Windjammer/Burger Bar during the day and the restaurant at night, was such a lovely cruise.

  • @MrWillz21024
    @MrWillz21024 Před 9 měsíci +3

    Another brilliant video Will, always great to see your better half there with you, looked like an amazing trip, would have expected alot more included at that price. Can't wait to see where you take us next.

  • @DannyA3579
    @DannyA3579 Před 10 měsíci +6

    Seeing this makes me miss my work with Royal. I spent 6 years working on 11 ships (10 contracts). The new ships look incredible. They all came out after my time with the company ended in 2016. What a fun time I had. Definitely lots of work.
    Giovanni’s was a awesome and so is Izumi. Makes me want scallops (from Gio’s) and champagne lobster rolls from Izumi.
    Very cool video. Kinda wish I could’ve spotted some of my friends.

  • @user-uh2lo1pr4j
    @user-uh2lo1pr4j Před 7 měsíci

    Wow ... The ship is amazing ❤, I'm planning on going there one day

  • @jonashy9072
    @jonashy9072 Před 8 měsíci +1

    The fact that my whole city can fit on that ship is mindblowing. In my city called Bramming in Denmark there lives 7.171 people, and there is 7.084 on that ship. Its mindblowing to think that we today can make such big ships.

  • @leeannw484
    @leeannw484 Před 10 měsíci +24

    The additional costs have cemented that this is not for me. I hate feeling robbed and pushed into spending money and that would ruin the experience for me. They're just being greedy, the ticket price is already extortionate but to make the restaurant basic to push you into paying for the expensive ones is a bit disgusting. Thanks for sharing this so we can cross this cruise line off the list!

    • @jetta.josh4
      @jetta.josh4 Před 9 měsíci

      Royal is the expensive cruise line. There's lines such as Carnival and Norwegian that are at maximum (Carnival) A quarter of the price...

  • @bv5278
    @bv5278 Před 10 měsíci +4

    Getting notified of a new video from Trek is more exciting than anything new at the theater or television by far!

  • @Unoriginal_aaah_name
    @Unoriginal_aaah_name Před 3 měsíci

    I’m happy you guys had fun!
    The cost is 7 years of my salary so it’s super out of my budget but I really like watching others spend money. 🤣❤️

  • @JayseGreene
    @JayseGreene Před 7 měsíci

    I was looking into a cruise on RC and after watching your video will opt for another carrier. Thanks ^^

  • @rhettwilliams1117
    @rhettwilliams1117 Před 10 měsíci +7

    Awesome vid as always mate I sailed on freedom of the seas in 2022 and it was the biggest ship I’ve ever been on I can’t imagine what wonder of the seas must have been like 😮

  • @amynervig230
    @amynervig230 Před 10 měsíci +11

    Always great to see Millie! Thanks for the great tours!

  • @sosaix3545
    @sosaix3545 Před 9 měsíci

    Unless I'm mistaken, when you're a suite guest, you can ask your Royal Genie to arrange the bridge tour for you, free. We had that experience when staying in a suite on Harmony of the Seas in 2019.

  • @HarleyCampbell79
    @HarleyCampbell79 Před 5 měsíci +2

    Millie is the highlight of your channel . She's gorgeous.

  • @patricktuorto
    @patricktuorto Před 10 měsíci +7

    This episode was a treat to watch, you guys did a great job editing and producing the show.

  • @emmo__93
    @emmo__93 Před 10 měsíci +3

    Awesome! Been eagerly waiting for another review from you ❤

  • @mrsparklepants1705
    @mrsparklepants1705 Před 8 měsíci

    Another great video sir, great to see Millie as well. 👍

  • @user-fr4jj9bd8y
    @user-fr4jj9bd8y Před 2 měsíci

    Great video and as always, Millie looks stunning!

  • @kathylewis9411
    @kathylewis9411 Před 9 měsíci +28

    Spent a week on Wonder and it was magnificent. Our balcony rooms (outdoor for us, indoor for the kids) were nowhere near that expensive. It's clear the suite class rooms aren't "worth it" in terms of price/amenities. We were nervous that a ship carrying nearly 7K passengers would feel crowded, but it was quite the opposite. This is the first cruise where we never, ever had to struggle finding a chair on the pool deck or a table in Windjammer. Royal Caribbean has done a wonderful job of spacing things out and offering a vast number of spaces/activities that it never once felt crowded. I highly, highly recommend!

    • @jessigirlrae1688
      @jessigirlrae1688 Před 7 měsíci +5

      ​@@rachkate76triggered much? Someone enjoyed something and you just can't handle it.

    • @-ripinpieces-8409
      @-ripinpieces-8409 Před 4 měsíci +1

      @@jessigirlrae1688 Oh Jessi, some people just love to get ripped off. Because someone enjoyed being robbed, doesn't mean that everyone loves it. For this amount of money you could have a first class travel experience all around the globe. And let me tell you, you can have way more than 4 lousy days.

  • @antoniogamito8987
    @antoniogamito8987 Před 10 měsíci +5

    Its always a good sunday when trek trendy posts. Been a fan for years now! Keep up the great content Will!! Still hoping for a review of Taag angolas international first class on their 777-300er.

  • @spiritualmatterscda1309
    @spiritualmatterscda1309 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I would never go on a ship that nickels you to death & anything free is super crowded. Thank you for showing us this informative video!

  • @alebe7224
    @alebe7224 Před 7 měsíci +1

    The value-for-money ratio is absolutely insane

  • @carterjames4492
    @carterjames4492 Před 10 měsíci +4

    Nice one Will (as always), great that Millie could make the trip with you. Can’t wait for the next video champion 🤙

  • @kirbii.
    @kirbii. Před 10 měsíci +3

    i was binge watching your videos and im so hyped that there is a new one :) love your content

  • @Curls_Untamed
    @Curls_Untamed Před 4 měsíci

    Loved the video and now Royal Caribbean has the new Icon of the Seas scheduled to start this month.

  • @madeintexas3d442
    @madeintexas3d442 Před 4 měsíci +1

    That ship is absolutely ridiculous. Even seeing it on camera from several hundred feet away it looks absolutely massive.

  • @boppermacca9346
    @boppermacca9346 Před 10 měsíci +6

    I've seen other videos about this ship but this one was very well thought out.. great to watch

    • @Trektrendy
      @Trektrendy  Před 10 měsíci +3

      Thank you so much for watching :)

  • @Hunkatten1
    @Hunkatten1 Před 9 měsíci +6

    Tusen takk for en kjempefin visning rundt verdens største cruise skip. Elsker at både du og Molly er med. Hun er så nydelig. 🙂

    • @TrionnoStunting
      @TrionnoStunting Před 7 měsíci

      I don’t think he speaks norwegian

    • @-ripinpieces-8409
      @-ripinpieces-8409 Před 5 měsíci

      @@TrionnoStunting I don't speak it either, but amazingly I understand what he/she wrote. Maybe I'm a genius, maybe it's cause it's close to german words ^^. Personally I don't think this is a beautiful cruise. I wont attend if they pay me. Rather'd go for a Hurtigruten with alcohol package.

    • @TrionnoStunting
      @TrionnoStunting Před 5 měsíci

      yeah im learning norwegian so i recognised it too. Im dutch-german too@@-ripinpieces-8409

  • @CM-vl4wi
    @CM-vl4wi Před 2 měsíci

    The food on their ships is incredible!!

  • @jeaniechampagne8831
    @jeaniechampagne8831 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Naysayers down there, the enjoyment of these videos is that he's taking us along. We can say we've been on Wonder of the Seas for Free.

  • @willieb429
    @willieb429 Před 10 měsíci +6

    thank you for always being blunt and thorough. as nice as this cruise seems, its absurd the extra amounts you have to pay while already paying a very high premium

    • @tooldtoscold6687
      @tooldtoscold6687 Před 5 měsíci +2

      I cruised Royal Carribean over 40 years ago when the ships were tiny in comparison . Those days the meals were superb , caviar starters , 2 dollar drinks and unlimited entrees for dinner. Cabin cleaning twice a day , turn down service and chocolates on your pillow. All this for much less than $ 200 / day . And they flew you to Florida included in the price. Now that was value .