97hrs on Worlds Largest Cruise Ship in First Class

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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  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +189

    Check out Vessi styles at www.vessi.com/trektrendy. Use code TREKTRENDY for 15% off your order. Free shipping for CA, US, AU, JP, TW, KR, SGP.
    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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

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

    • @doenicorodella9232
      @doenicorodella9232 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

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

    • @WadeJeremy07
      @WadeJeremy07 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      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 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Jonas kaufmann my passion for looking

  • @UnwaryThunder9
    @UnwaryThunder9 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5092

    $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  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +968

      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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +158

      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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

      Agreed!

    • @PSEPI_Kabooshki
      @PSEPI_Kabooshki 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

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

  • @lkhall91
    @lkhall91 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +903

    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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +105

      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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

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

    • @blueband8114
      @blueband8114 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +27

      And no concierge to help out with reservations.

    • @Trektrendy
      @Trektrendy  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +358

      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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +408

    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 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@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 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Extra Tipping?
      What an American Cruise ship it is.

    • @kungfugaming3230
      @kungfugaming3230 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

    • @60SecondBoooks
      @60SecondBoooks 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Jesus was not killed nor Jesus was crucified

  • @johngraves6878
    @johngraves6878 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +98

    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 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @Skittl1321
    @Skittl1321 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1217

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

    • @yamahaguy1732
      @yamahaguy1732 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      That’s royal for you

    • @clericalthoughts
      @clericalthoughts 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +8

      Food is included but he went to the special restaurant.

    • @anotherone-xp9ox
      @anotherone-xp9ox 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @TheWilbz
    @TheWilbz 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +35

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

    • @andrewwilson6046
      @andrewwilson6046 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      Yeah, ridiculous!

    • @michaell8532
      @michaell8532 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      don't worry he tipped less than 8%

    • @cliffontheroad
      @cliffontheroad 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

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

  • @gidgitvonlarue9972
    @gidgitvonlarue9972 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +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!

  • @kade150
    @kade150 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

    • @OzzieBo
      @OzzieBo 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

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

    • @afrianisantiabadisimanjunt3477
      @afrianisantiabadisimanjunt3477 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @walover165
    @walover165 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +882

    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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

      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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @EmmaCruises
    @EmmaCruises 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +130

    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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +23

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

    • @singbike5832
      @singbike5832 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

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

    • @anyexpat
      @anyexpat 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

      @@singbike5832 CruisesTrendy

    • @mariapepe2429
      @mariapepe2429 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@singbike5832 That would be amazing!

  • @eddienoodles9043
    @eddienoodles9043 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      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 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

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

    • @hudsonv24
      @hudsonv24 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +5

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

    • @xScooterAZx
      @xScooterAZx 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @BrennenL
    @BrennenL 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      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.

  • @serasotasadie
    @serasotasadie 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

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

    • @24k.purelife
      @24k.purelife 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I agree!

    • @dobees8183
      @dobees8183 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Are you really that uninteresting?

  • @catherinewright
    @catherinewright 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

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

  • @rickbase833
    @rickbase833 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @Jsdunnrox
    @Jsdunnrox 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

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

  • @elliottstride791
    @elliottstride791 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @MarkLee-617
    @MarkLee-617 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

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

  • @claytonwade3570
    @claytonwade3570 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +10

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

  • @redgarcia1427
    @redgarcia1427 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    @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!!✌🐢

  • @igrvks
    @igrvks 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

    • @rich-tp2dx
      @rich-tp2dx 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      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.

  • @lynnelongman2466
    @lynnelongman2466 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

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

  • @bodiehart7544
    @bodiehart7544 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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

  • @jcbrooksie9558
    @jcbrooksie9558 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +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!

  • @netizensarrest4241
    @netizensarrest4241 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @RichardRatner.1972
    @RichardRatner.1972 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +90

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

  • @alext1817
    @alext1817 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

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

  • @Table_3
    @Table_3 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @meduseld255
    @meduseld255 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +33

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

    • @runningkirkwa2934
      @runningkirkwa2934 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      Black dress was a winner here.

    • @menaceledennis
      @menaceledennis 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Lol why? Have you never seen a girl before?

  • @diamondbed86
    @diamondbed86 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +30

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

  • @jackkelly4622
    @jackkelly4622 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +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!!

  • @willmurray2655
    @willmurray2655 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +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. 😑😑😑😑

  • @LAOM3423
    @LAOM3423 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

      he sailed Cunard with his dad a few months ago

    • @rowaystarco
      @rowaystarco 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

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

    • @rowaystarco
      @rowaystarco 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

    • @teabagtowers3823
      @teabagtowers3823 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

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

  • @StripesofValor
    @StripesofValor 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

    • @jessigirlrae1688
      @jessigirlrae1688 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @brianjanson3498
    @brianjanson3498 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @tj9382
    @tj9382 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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. 🎉

  • @ARidenour
    @ARidenour 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @jonesboy201
    @jonesboy201 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      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!

  • @Pumpkincosmo
    @Pumpkincosmo 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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.

  • @22kwasi
    @22kwasi 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +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

  • @banti1980
    @banti1980 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 👏

  • @JacobEvans2
    @JacobEvans2 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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

  • @dawnriddle-knowlton9932
    @dawnriddle-knowlton9932 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @JayROwen
    @JayROwen 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

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

  • @ErinChamberlain
    @ErinChamberlain 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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!

  • @FraserAtSea
    @FraserAtSea 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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!

  • @vfclassicals
    @vfclassicals 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great editing. Looks proffessional and enjoyble to watch.

  • @esmymo
    @esmymo 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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.

  • @pamlippert9662
    @pamlippert9662 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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!

  • @JenKnee423
    @JenKnee423 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    There’s another TH-camr, 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 TH-cam and it looks incredible. Honestly, for what you paid, drinks and premium restaurants should have been included.

  • @darlenefrymark9838
    @darlenefrymark9838 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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.

  • @ricardodeangelo3851
    @ricardodeangelo3851 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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!

  • @salsanacho
    @salsanacho 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @TheRiverPirate13
    @TheRiverPirate13 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 TH-cam. Why do I feel broke after watching them? Lol! Cheers!

  • @kappatvating
    @kappatvating 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video I’m going to the wonder of the seas in June really appreciate you

  • @kainatfatima8740
    @kainatfatima8740 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    Love the videos with Millie!

  • @wakandaforever4291
    @wakandaforever4291 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +245

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

    • @menaceledennis
      @menaceledennis 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +25

      Lol you're so sad

    • @sultoni9719
      @sultoni9719 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +19

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

    • @anguspaterson7849
      @anguspaterson7849 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

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

    • @laurenhepp4681
      @laurenhepp4681 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Me too ❤

    • @mattyg415
      @mattyg415 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Millie on air me thinks!

  • @dannywilkinson1176
    @dannywilkinson1176 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

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

  • @thomasspino9976
    @thomasspino9976 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @JayseGreene
    @JayseGreene 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @theaustralianguy6727
    @theaustralianguy6727 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 🇦🇺

  • @duckie250
    @duckie250 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      The food and wonderland restaurant looked horrible imo. Dingy asf

  • @complexptsdsurvivor
    @complexptsdsurvivor 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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.

  • @tankyh85
    @tankyh85 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @DannyA3579
    @DannyA3579 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @MrWillz21024
    @MrWillz21024 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @clericalthoughts
    @clericalthoughts 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 😵‍💫😵‍💫😵‍💫

  • @Curls_Untamed
    @Curls_Untamed 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @rhettwilliams1117
    @rhettwilliams1117 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 😮

  • @patricktuorto
    @patricktuorto 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +7

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

  • @Ana-wy5tn
    @Ana-wy5tn 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I’ve also been to the Wonderland resturant😊

  • @SerpicoDreams
    @SerpicoDreams 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Looks smashing! 💗💗

  • @leeannw484
    @leeannw484 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @NeweyAdrian1
    @NeweyAdrian1 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      @@Trektrendyat least a concierge service and a welcome gift

  • @fritzintroopy
    @fritzintroopy 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Always entertaining and enlightening but this one reminded me of exactly why I'm not drawn to cruises. Yikes. The food courts, the shopping mall vibe and the congestion are best enjoyed from my couch 😉😆

  • @user-fr4jj9bd8y
    @user-fr4jj9bd8y 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video and as always, Millie looks stunning!

  • @antoniogamito8987
    @antoniogamito8987 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @boppermacca9346
    @boppermacca9346 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

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

    • @Trektrendy
      @Trektrendy  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      Thank you so much for watching :)

  • @RubyLetsPlays
    @RubyLetsPlays 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I'm going on wonder of the seas next year!!

  • @Unoriginal_aaah_name
    @Unoriginal_aaah_name 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    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. 🤣❤️

  • @bv5278
    @bv5278 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

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

  • @SamPalmer63
    @SamPalmer63 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    Millie is such a good addition to the travels!

  • @Andrew-Wong
    @Andrew-Wong 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That’s why this channel is worth it to subscribe! 🎉❤

  • @mrsparklepants1705
    @mrsparklepants1705 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @kirbii.
    @kirbii. 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

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

  • @lifeofdazz
    @lifeofdazz 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    Much respect on all the work you do luv the vlogs

  • @user-uh2lo1pr4j
    @user-uh2lo1pr4j 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @simoneconsciousobserver3105
    @simoneconsciousobserver3105 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    That was one heck of a suite

  • @brianb2837
    @brianb2837 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +15

    This is pretty awesome Will! Looks like you and Millie had such a good time! Amazing though how many up charges though for the price of your tickets. Still pretty cool though

  • @carterjames4492
    @carterjames4492 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

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

  • @CM-vl4wi
    @CM-vl4wi 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The food on their ships is incredible!!

  • @jonashy9072
    @jonashy9072 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +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.

  • @emmo__93
    @emmo__93 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    Awesome! Been eagerly waiting for another review from you ❤

  • @willieb429
    @willieb429 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 .

  • @TheresaHill-zt7fl
    @TheresaHill-zt7fl 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great video - thanks!

  • @bouchaibsouhail9342
    @bouchaibsouhail9342 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    It's so fun for me to watch this video❤️

  • @Hunkatten1
    @Hunkatten1 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +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 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I don’t think he speaks norwegian

    • @-ripinpieces-8409
      @-ripinpieces-8409 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@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 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

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

  • @Godlyhank
    @Godlyhank 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +4

    I can honestly say I went on the Anthem of the Seas for a 12 night cruise from southampton at 1750 per person in a balcony stateroom. And the experience was VERY similar, although the wonder has a few more things, most the good stuff is still on there. and is MUCH more reasonable especially when you realise kids go for £99 a kid so a full family of 4 can go for under 4k. and in UK on anthem you get even the top staterooms for 3-5k per person, not 22k. 22k will probably get you a royal loft on the anthem which has a damn grand piano in it.

  • @parthasarathiray9071
    @parthasarathiray9071 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Amazing cruise video!