Living the dream at sea! Today’s video we wanted to take a different look at icon of the seas. A few ways to save for sure. Still have some more takes in the coming days. ❤
Hi Kyle, Hi Casey, such a beautiful day at sea. The Crowns Edge is not for me so I would put that money towards food or merch. I agree Kyle, that domed area is my favorite spot - sun and A/C, can't beat that in my book 😀👍
I would not even pay a dollar for the zip line. I’m kind of offended that they are charging for it especially with how much the cruise is. I’m protesting 😂
A fresh take on TH-cam cruise videos. Much appreciated. It’s the cruise lines’ job to get your money on-board. It’s your job to try and hold on to it! They need to pay for their billion-dollar ships. But you’ll also need to pay your regular bills after the cruise. Hints like yours help find the right balance. Thanks. (How did you know- if you can share- that the minute-long sky ride originally was intended to be free?)
I was one of your new subscribers and I must say I love your channel. Thanks for the heads up on costs and what not to purchase. Hope you have a great rest of your time there.
I always shocked more people dont know the loop hole for the drink package. You can call royal and tell them that only one person wants the package. You can say the other person does not drink then one can buy the deluxe and one can get the refreshment package. I have done this depending on who i am sailing with. Also there are cases like my mother who dont drink anything but water so my dad can buy the deluxe package and my mom doesnt have to get any package at all. You can definitely save money doing this
We have done all the specialty dining venues on the new RC ships(and we are vegetarian) and honestly, unless you want peace and quite or an experience (like Wonderland, Izumi, Mason Jar which has great live bands on certain nights, etc.) I don’t think the specialty dining is worth it. It was better ten years ago, just in my opinion. RC has so many good dining options (that are included) which people do not know about or discover on their last day! 😊
We did lunch at Jamie’s Italian, with the sale going on it was $18.99 for unlimited fresh pasta, appetizers and desserts. All really good. It was worth it! But I wouldn’t pay more than $30 for an upgraded dinner.
Icon just looks cluttered in contrast to the Oasis class ships. But whenever I can I try to book a Junior Suite if it's affordable for the double crown and anchor points.
We're going on Icon next month yay!!! Thank you for all the info. Binge watching these. We got the drink package for little under $800 for two of us (one deluxe and one refreshment) on our 7 night cruise. We drink a lot of coffees, energy drinks, smoothies and alcohol 🎉😅
I've literally watched 100s of hours of Icon content and somehow your videos are the ones showing me new things. The Pearl Cafe's drink spot, the stairs mid Central Park. Yes sir! Great shots. Thank you!
All of this just adds up to one thing: Virgin Voyages style is the way to go. All included, and the drink 'package' is just a per drink credit you establish. Easier to go that way, if you want.
Yes, I don’t like all that extra charging for food and activity. I believe inclusiveness is a smarter way for cruising. Our next cruise will be on Virgin Voyages and super excited.
Hi KP and fam! Just found this channel cause I am planning a 2025 anniversary cruise with the hubby. Just making my way through all your playlists and you ask here about if an unlimited drink package is worth it. I’ll have 2-3 champagnes with breakfast, all my coffees. 3-4 drinks during the day and then 4-5 between dinner and sleeping. Drink packages are ALWAYS worth it for vacation ❤
This ship looks awesome but in several videos I want to know WHAT is included? Haven’t been since Covid but seems at least this ship isa la carte and expensive at that.
Personally many of you know how things are especially in the cruise field I’m not surprised. It’s either expect to pay for extra things or don’t go. There are certain vacations that you just have to be prepared to spend extra on. It might not seem right but it’s a business. Selling tickets and giving everything out for free wouldn’t cut it. I have a booking for three on star of the seas so I’m already expecting to dish out extra money. You just have to have that mindset when you are on vacation you might spend more. Great video by the way!
Sorry, but not quite yet. ☺️ We are Diamond and you get 4 comp a day (includes coffees, soda if you want). I don’t believe you get comp drinks as Platinum but you get some good discounts! 😉
You and Casey look soooo nice, Kyle! You are moving into a new area of your life and the shoes are super! Casey’s dress is lovely! Have a wonderful time! Keep up the good work!
Norwegian joy hibachi is worth the price they have a lot left over that you can ask for also it’s very entertaining they do songs like we will rock you, they do ice ice baby with the rice and make it a heart and very nice! I recommend and also Norwegian joy has a really good theater songs they have footloose and elements and footloose what my fav and something you do if you ever go🥇
I have been following for a long time, you have grown so much so this is coming from a place of love. You have the girl of your dreams a new house, beautiful shoes even. Now it time to upscale your clothes. Get some nice shirts to wear when going out notmuch to upscale your look.
To upgrade your wardrobe you just need to get couple of outfits to wear out including all male accessories. The shoes were nice Kyle get a belt to match.
Watching people order chicken for any premium meal always blows my mind. For what it's worth it's been my experience that they will make any combo your like at Izumi. Filet, Shrimp, Scallops & Lobster? On Wonder they said sure we can do that! No reason to pay that kind of money for chicken.
Travel Spree! Love that yall are friends. Casey looks gorgeous as always and well Kyle , you tried. Please let Casey shop for you, she has great taste. Loving these vlogs.
I was happy to see Casey and Kyle with Travel Spree. I’ve been watching their icon videos as well. So nice to see other bloggers sharing content together. You should go check out Travel Spree room they booked. It’s awesome. Also Travel Spree is going to be on board two weeks. Casey & Kyle your dress up fits were great!
Just so u know both people in your room do not have to get the deluxe beverage package, you can call Royal and the 2nd person in the room can switch to the refreshment package instead of the deluxe beverage package. On my icon cruise in sept the refreshment package is $29.99 instead of the deluxe beverage package at $77.99 a day.
Did you both have to buy the Deluxe package and then call afterwards and get one switched? And if so, do you get your money refunded or in cruise credit?
Royal Caribbean’s #1 Fan but I can’t believe they are charging those prices for crowns edge it’s should be included with the ship… not sure who made the call on that but not very smart.
Mazel tov on the new house. You can only call it your "first home" once. Is Jojo's girlfriend and AI bot? Anyhow, my daughter and I are on Oasis on 2/18. I've had the "Key" before, and it was useless. But this time we have 1:30 boarding. Do you know if I get boarded at 11:30 with the Key? Is it worth the Key to cut the other lines? (Also-- we'll be in all four parks on 2/16-17. I'll say hello if we see you). Have a blast. We've been ogling Icon in your vids.
Hey Kyle great videos so far appreciate it. Tomorrow you’ll be in my hometown of St. Thomas hope that you get off the boat and have a great time exploring the island.
Does the ship feel less crowded than other big ships? The last two cruises I took on big ships felt very crowded (Liberty of the Seas and Norwegian Escape). I also had difficulty getting seats at the shows on these cruises.
😊 15:22 I do not know what the heck you’re talking about. Is it a zip line? I’m having fun watching this series. I enjoy your channel a lot. I definitely would not pay that much for hibachi on a ship where included food options are already yummy. I’d pay for food, just not hibachi. I am not impressed with hibachi because the food is generally the same and the show and the tricks. I prefer sushi! It is a zip line… $40 dollars for that? Nope. I have a fantastic zip line park near me, that one should be free. $80 is crazy.
@@jessicajohnson9231 it says, “a fear-inducing challenge that’s part skywalk, part obstacle course, part thrill ride and an all-out test of your courage. At any moment, the floor beneath your feet could collapse and leave you dangling over the ocean.”
I would like to know if the elevator system on this ships helps with crowds. I know the first day it is difficult on regular ships to get an elevator so does this smart system help? We travel with a wheelchair and we went on the Vista to wait over 30 minutes to finally pick up the wheelchair and carry it down the stairs (without the person inside) because every single elevator was packed over and over again.
I don't think some of the specialty restaurants are worth the price except for the steak houses. No way would I pay that much to experience The Crown's Edge. I hate that the ships are starting to nickle and dime the passengers.
I got the drink package last cruise and it was not worth it for us. I do like the non alcoholic drink package where you can get the fancy coffees and smoothies. Thay one was well worth it for us!
I was on Quantum 12 months ago & got the drinks package on sale. We drank every day, because thats what we do on holidays. on 1 day alone we had 17 drinks each + soft drinks. if you're a drinker on vacation, I'd keep an eye out for discounts & get the package. if you're a 1 beer with lunch & 2 cocktails with dinner every other day person, skip it.
I just started watching your channel and I am enjoying your videos. This new cruise ship is pretty impressive, but it seems that the boat does not have that many travelers. I would imagine a boat this size with a large capacity for people, would be a lot more crowded. Did Royal Caribbean not get the majority of cabins booked for the inaugural cruise?
Yeah I don’t like that Royal is charging for the crowns edge and there’s people actually booking it.. they are testing the waters.. if people didn’t pay it they would make it free… just sayin. And I never find any ducks on any cruise lol icon looks amazing. When the price drops in 5 years I’ll book lol and drink packages are never worth it.. you know how many bottles of liquor I can buy at the store for that amount! I could buy for a whole year!! Lol 😂
Living the dream at sea! Today’s video we wanted to take a different look at icon of the seas. A few ways to save for sure. Still have some more takes in the coming days. ❤
Can’t wait!!
Cool picture
“Low key” thought you were going to walk into one of those poles when you were talking about starlink 😂. Happy cruise Casey and Kyle.
Hi Kyle, Hi Casey, such a beautiful day at sea. The Crowns Edge is not for me so I would put that money towards food or merch. I agree Kyle, that domed area is my favorite spot - sun and A/C, can't beat that in my book 😀👍
What a FANTASTIC idea for a video Kyle and Casey!!!👏👏👏👏👏👏❤️🐶💕🚢🚢🚢
I would not even pay a dollar for the zip line. I’m kind of offended that they are charging for it especially with how much the cruise is. I’m protesting 😂
We were in a cabin a few doors down from you on ICON. We passed you in the hall one day LOL I regret not stopping to say HI! :)
A fresh take on TH-cam cruise videos. Much appreciated.
It’s the cruise lines’ job to get your money on-board.
It’s your job to try and hold on to it!
They need to pay for their billion-dollar ships.
But you’ll also need to pay your regular bills after the cruise.
Hints like yours help find the right balance.
Thanks.
(How did you know- if you can share- that the minute-long sky ride originally was intended to be free?)
I was one of your new subscribers and I must say I love your channel. Thanks for the heads up on costs and what not to purchase. Hope you have a great rest of your time there.
I always shocked more people dont know the loop hole for the drink package. You can call royal and tell them that only one person wants the package. You can say the other person does not drink then one can buy the deluxe and one can get the refreshment package. I have done this depending on who i am sailing with. Also there are cases like my mother who dont drink anything but water so my dad can buy the deluxe package and my mom doesnt have to get any package at all. You can definitely save money doing this
I cannot bring myself to pay for a meal on a cruise where meals are already included.
I totally agree with you 100% especially since your on vacation, if i want to pay to eat in a restaurant i will do that back home!
We have done all the specialty dining venues on the new RC ships(and we are vegetarian) and honestly, unless you want peace and quite or an experience (like Wonderland, Izumi, Mason Jar which has great live bands on certain nights, etc.) I don’t think the specialty dining is worth it. It was better ten years ago, just in my opinion. RC has so many good dining options (that are included) which people do not know about or discover on their last day! 😊
We did lunch at Jamie’s Italian, with the sale going on it was $18.99 for unlimited fresh pasta, appetizers and desserts. All really good. It was worth it! But I wouldn’t pay more than $30 for an upgraded dinner.
Just went on it. Worth every penny. Got the drink and dining package. Zero complaints.
Great video, one of your best!
Fun AND informative!
Icon just looks cluttered in contrast to the Oasis class ships. But whenever I can I try to book a Junior Suite if it's affordable for the double crown and anchor points.
We're going on Icon next month yay!!! Thank you for all the info. Binge watching these. We got the drink package for little under $800 for two of us (one deluxe and one refreshment) on our 7 night cruise. We drink a lot of coffees, energy drinks, smoothies and alcohol 🎉😅
Your first mistake is that you booked on a brand new ship, second of all; you complain that you paid an extra $130. at a specialty restaurant.
I've literally watched 100s of hours of Icon content and somehow your videos are the ones showing me new things. The Pearl Cafe's drink spot, the stairs mid Central Park. Yes sir! Great shots. Thank you!
It blows my mind how beautiful and sweet kyles better half is. She just stuns and melts the heart anytime she speaks. Hold on to her my friend!
All of this just adds up to one thing: Virgin Voyages style is the way to go. All included, and the drink 'package' is just a per drink credit you establish. Easier to go that way, if you want.
Yes. My brothers and I are cruising next March. My friend told me we will love it.
Yes, I don’t like all that extra charging for food and activity. I believe inclusiveness is a smarter way for cruising. Our next cruise will be on Virgin Voyages and super excited.
2:04 u activated my Siri 😭
Since you are platinum didnt you get 4 free drinks per day or did they stop that ?
Hi KP and fam! Just found this channel cause I am planning a 2025 anniversary cruise with the hubby. Just making my way through all your playlists and you ask here about if an unlimited drink package is worth it. I’ll have 2-3 champagnes with breakfast, all my coffees. 3-4 drinks during the day and then 4-5 between dinner and sleeping. Drink packages are ALWAYS worth it for vacation ❤
Oh also... Crowns Edge and Izumi, total wasre of $. And onternet only if it's an ABSOLUTE must for work or to stay connected to the kids (maybe).
Beautiful ship, loving this series!
1:23 I love the towel monkey!
This ship looks awesome but in several videos I want to know WHAT is included? Haven’t been since Covid but seems at least this ship isa la carte and expensive at that.
Personally many of you know how things are especially in the cruise field I’m not surprised. It’s either expect to pay for extra things or don’t go. There are certain vacations that you just have to be prepared to spend extra on. It might not seem right but it’s a business. Selling tickets and giving everything out for free wouldn’t cut it. I have a booking for three on star of the seas so I’m already expecting to dish out extra money. You just have to have that mindset when you are on vacation you might spend more. Great video by the way!
I appreciate your honest review...and you two look so cute
Kyle.. if you are now a platinum. I believe you get 5 free drinks a day and 3- 50% off a day on beer na dor specialty coffee. Check on that.
Sorry, but not quite yet. ☺️ We are Diamond and you get 4 comp a day (includes coffees, soda if you want). I don’t believe you get comp drinks as Platinum but you get some good discounts! 😉
You have to go and meet Chris Wong! He's working in the casino
the hideway bar is free or gave to pay to access that?
Yay nice to see you guys know travel spree, love fain and Laura ❤
This was the second drink you purchased, you got the $4 Heineken in the waterpark vlog but who’s counting 😂 have fun!
This ship looks awesome! Great Daily Dose
You and Casey look soooo nice, Kyle! You are moving into a new area of your life and the shoes are super! Casey’s dress is lovely! Have a wonderful time! Keep up the good work!
Norwegian joy hibachi is worth the price they have a lot left over that you can ask for also it’s very entertaining they do songs like we will rock you, they do ice ice baby with the rice and make it a heart and very nice! I recommend and also Norwegian joy has a really good theater songs they have footloose and elements and footloose what my fav and something you do if you ever go🥇
Give that girl a ring and marry her already!
It is called a shoe horn
Kyle - are you from Wisconsin? I can hear a long “O” in your voice. Just curious.
Casey you look great please help Kyle with his future fit choices...
Go crawl back into your cave troll. So rude?? and for what?? @@gorjessangel
Imagine having self esteem so low that you make comments like this... Keep killing it, Kyle and Casey
I agree!
@@adamvanderploeg1368bad take
@@gorjessangel Casey looks good for being 25 so back off and repeat her as she is...😠
I have been following for a long time, you have grown so much so this is coming from a place of love. You have the girl of your dreams a new house, beautiful shoes even. Now it time to upscale your clothes. Get some nice shirts to wear when going out notmuch to upscale your look.
Or at least a belt to wear?
Agree....and an iron lol
To upgrade your wardrobe you just need to get couple of outfits to wear out including all male accessories. The shoes were nice Kyle get a belt to match.
Blows my mind at his age…
Watching people order chicken for any premium meal always blows my mind. For what it's worth it's been my experience that they will make any combo your like at Izumi. Filet, Shrimp, Scallops & Lobster? On Wonder they said sure we can do that! No reason to pay that kind of money for chicken.
17:14 ok I loved that part 😂😂😂😂 "EEEEWWWWWAAAH" 😂😂
The cruise lines are going to up charge themselves out of passengers. It’s getting too expensive!!!!
Kyle it’s so nice to see you dressed up! Casey you look gorgeous!
I paid 34$ pp on preship saving for that ship walking thing for my kids - I did for the experience and they video tape it for them
Travel Spree! Love that yall are friends. Casey looks gorgeous as always and well Kyle , you tried. Please let Casey shop for you, she has great taste. Loving these vlogs.
I was happy to see Casey and Kyle with Travel Spree. I’ve been watching their icon videos as well. So nice to see other bloggers sharing content together. You should go check out Travel Spree room they booked. It’s awesome. Also Travel Spree is going to be on board two weeks. Casey & Kyle your dress up fits were great!
5:41 wow the lady across from you really hated you recording
Just so u know both people in your room do not have to get the deluxe beverage package, you can call Royal and the 2nd person in the room can switch to the refreshment package instead of the deluxe beverage package. On my icon cruise in sept the refreshment package is $29.99 instead of the deluxe beverage package at $77.99 a day.
We were able to do this on our cruise last year.
Did you both have to buy the Deluxe package and then call afterwards and get one switched? And if so, do you get your money refunded or in cruise credit?
@@josieolivero I believe my wife called them and arranged it over the phone. She paid then.
2:04 Casey looking stunning your one lucky guy Kyle
Royal Caribbean’s #1 Fan but I can’t believe they are charging those prices for crowns edge it’s should be included with the ship… not sure who made the call on that but not very smart.
Love these videos!
FYI, the Bonsai Teppanyaki on Carnival is $42 a person-- so $84 for two vs $130 for two.
What type of camera or phone are you using? Great video!
I think if your gonna wear a collared shirt you gotta button it up
I would've used the steamer too to get the wrinkles out 🤷
I won't pay extra for a meal or buy the drink package.
Thanks for the tips on saving a bit of cash on board. Definitely helpful info.
Is there competition among the TH-camrs on the ship to record and get content out the fastest?
I feel some. Idc tbh cause I post everyday. Idk don’t really ask around.
There are good friends with each other people.
The ship is big enough for everyone to cover everything and it’s fun to see different opinions on the same things so shouldn’t be competition
@@maryanneburdock9123 , yep / I know
Of course there is. If you get the exclusive shot or have the first full tour on something you'll get more views, thus more money.
Mazel tov on the new house. You can only call it your "first home" once. Is Jojo's girlfriend and AI bot? Anyhow, my daughter and I are on Oasis on 2/18. I've had the "Key" before, and it was useless. But this time we have 1:30 boarding. Do you know if I get boarded at 11:30 with the Key? Is it worth the Key to cut the other lines? (Also-- we'll be in all four parks on 2/16-17. I'll say hello if we see you). Have a blast. We've been ogling Icon in your vids.
def do the thing hanging over the side of the ship, you never know when you'll be on the ship again, and do it at night!
So the drinks all drinks cost..so also keep that in mind
Save your money? On a 2 billion dollar ship that we built to make you spend as much money as possible??!!?!?! How DARE you
Hey Kyle great videos so far appreciate it. Tomorrow you’ll be in my hometown of St. Thomas hope that you get off the boat and have a great time exploring the island.
Not the athletic ankle socks with loafers, noooooo
86-89 bucks for crowns edge is an insult! That's purely ripping people's shorts off and then lowering the price after others paid full price is unfair
Beautiful ship
Does the ship feel less crowded than other big ships? The last two cruises I took on big ships felt very crowded (Liberty of the Seas and Norwegian Escape). I also had difficulty getting seats at the shows on these cruises.
Kyle, thanks for the video, but please...a nice print shirt with a white t-shirt under it!
I love Casey’s brown tank top at the end of the vid! Where did she get it??
@kylepallo can you ask Casey what kind of purse she is carrying in this video my fiance is in love with it.
Kyle pronounced “edamame” perfectly!!!! We don’t call them edama-me in Japan😂
Hahaha! I love the part where you’re carrying Casey’s coffee to her!
Gm Kyle and Casey!! You both look amazing 🤩 I have really been enjoying the icon videos. So glad y’all are having so much fun!!!
Thank you so much!! Having a blast. Love these huge ships
😊 15:22 I do not know what the heck you’re talking about. Is it a zip line?
I’m having fun watching this series. I enjoy your channel a lot. I definitely would not pay that much for hibachi on a ship where included food options are already yummy. I’d pay for food, just not hibachi. I am not impressed with hibachi because the food is generally the same and the show and the tricks. I prefer sushi!
It is a zip line… $40 dollars for that? Nope. I have a fantastic zip line park near me, that one should be free. $80 is crazy.
Crowns edge
@KylePalIo yeah but WHAT is it?
@@jessicajohnson9231 it says, “a fear-inducing challenge that’s part skywalk, part obstacle course, part thrill ride and an all-out test of your courage. At any moment, the floor beneath your feet could collapse and leave you dangling over the ocean.”
Your like me I don’t wear dress clothes ever I am always wearing shorts and flips flops and tee shirts
For the blog it will be worth it
Your so lucky to be on that cruise when its not sold out;... Not a fan of over crowed ships. It looks great.
Fanny in British means something different 🤣🤣
Cruise price is already expensive. I wouldn’t want to give them more money. RC is getting greedy imo.
I love cruising with you guys . I’d say no to the drink
Package as well . That’s a steep price!
I know it violates your stairs only plan, but can you show us the way the elevator system works?
We will!!
It goes up and then It goes down...
I would like to know if the elevator system on this ships helps with crowds. I know the first day it is difficult on regular ships to get an elevator so does this smart system help?
We travel with a wheelchair and we went on the Vista to wait over 30 minutes to finally pick up the wheelchair and carry it down the stairs (without the person inside) because every single elevator was packed over and over again.
I just started following you. You have inspired me to take my first cruise.
Do it!
Casey's dress is so pretty
just booked crowns edge for 20 dollars
Are those the shoes u got in that Wisconsin vlog?
Two of our favorite together in one video! Love Travel Spree! Great video!
Do you know if the cruise was full? It never looked crowded
7:24 lmfaoo
The ship looks incredible!!!!! I just told my husband when prices drop we’re doing it!!! I can’t wait!!!!
Casey you look stunning! Blue is your color girly! ❤ love the videos with both of you, your personalities balance out the video so well!
now kyle you know you could’ve got casey a fancy coffee 🤣
I don't think some of the specialty restaurants are worth the price except for the steak houses. No way would I pay that much to experience The Crown's Edge. I hate that the ships are starting to nickle and dime the passengers.
ship is beautiful.
Good stuff
You turned on my Siri when you said hey Siri turn on Runway music
Where is Casey’s dress from?
Abercrombie and Fitch, but it's from a past season.
I got the drink package last cruise and it was not worth it for us. I do like the non alcoholic drink package where you can get the fancy coffees and smoothies. Thay one was well worth it for us!
Hey Kyle, what are the shops like?
I’d be interested so see how much you spent on alcohol throughout the cruise to see if the drink package is worth it or not.
Low key I think I’ve bought maybe 3 drinks so far
I was on Quantum 12 months ago & got the drinks package on sale. We drank every day, because thats what we do on holidays. on 1 day alone we had 17 drinks each + soft drinks. if you're a drinker on vacation, I'd keep an eye out for discounts & get the package. if you're a 1 beer with lunch & 2 cocktails with dinner every other day person, skip it.
I just started watching your channel and I am enjoying your videos. This new cruise ship is pretty impressive, but it seems that the boat does not have that many travelers. I would imagine a boat this size with a large capacity for people, would be a lot more crowded. Did Royal Caribbean not get the majority of cabins booked for the inaugural cruise?
How many cruises have you taken? How would you compare Icon to others?
Yeah I don’t like that Royal is charging for the crowns edge and there’s people actually booking it.. they are testing the waters.. if people didn’t pay it they would make it free… just sayin. And I never find any ducks on any cruise lol icon looks amazing. When the price drops in 5 years I’ll book lol and drink packages are never worth it.. you know how many bottles of liquor I can buy at the store for that amount! I could buy for a whole year!! Lol 😂
I thought Carnival was the Walmart of the seas and Royal was the Target? Looks like Royal is trying to the Bloomingdale's of the sea! Good lord.
Thanks for the heads up
No problem 👍