Medical Evacuation Onboard My Ship This Week | Symphony Of The Seas

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[@dannysullivan565]

Hey Chris 👋 what size jersey do you wear? My daughter and I really enjoy watching the videos you post . We are new too cruising, our first ship was liberty of the sea a couple weeks ago and we are hooked and already planning the next . Safe travels Mr Wong!

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[@stephencarter1635]

Chris it does not surprise me that you would get gifts. As a Fight Attendant passengers would sometimes do the same. (Most often the gift was an offer to become better acquanited.) The gift I was most proud was a card I received from a passengers daughter. You see, six years earlier I was in Madrid, Spain and an elderly woman colapsed right in front of me and my co-worker. We immediately checked her and began CPR. The woman lived and my Supervisor at American gave me a card she sent thanking me. I replied and told her that the day we helped her was in fact my birthday, May 18. So for six years I recived a birthday card from this lovely woman. Then I received a card from Spain that was not around my birthday. It was from her daughter telling me that her mother had passed. Then she told me how grateful she was that our efforts allowed she and her six grandchildren six more years with her mother. So as you said life does go on and you never know what kind of gift you may receive or give. My best wishes to you. I am enloying a well deserved retirement now Be safe and stay positive. Remember you have recently made it through a difficult period in your life and you are a better person on this side. ❤❤❤❤

[@lidsman2221]

I think you just answered your own question as to whether you should stay a crew member or go to full-time KZbin. Look at all the people who you are teaching and who you inspire by your videos.

[@dgallagher55]

It’s nice to see how appreciative you are of the gifts you have received. No one will be able to steal your pencil. Thank you for your videos. They are always so enjoyable.

[@Brenlynne-]

Your videos bring so much happiness to so many people. I’m not sure you truly realize how much you are loved by your KZbin community!

[@paulschmidt243]

Chris you are right where you should be.. The happiness and information you bring to us with you videos is priceless. Please stay cruising.. we need you .

[@velvastewart1892]

Hello Chris, I finally met you when my husband and I was on Ovation/Seas in September/22 and we were on the Symphony when it was in Spain but I prefer the smaller ships they’re more intimate, and it’s so good seeing you back on a ship again and thank you for all your videos

[@stephenroy5043]

Our family went on Symphony of the Seas back in September last year out of Miami - we absolutely loved that ship. We've not been on Radiance, but on Independence, Liberty, Navigator & Harmony of the Seas. Going out of Miami was our first time, since we live in Texas and it's preferred to go out of Galveston, since it's a drive versus a flight, but the Bahamas were calling last year!! We now have Allure of the Seas going out of Galveston, so I'm pretty sure that will be our next one. Enjoy your vlogs and also just how open you are about what it takes to be a crew member, sharing your living quarters, your contract experience, your wages (both with RC and with YT). Keep it up - I'm sure that your casino crew members become like family - that's so cool!!!!

[@pkurt101]

Hi Chris, in a future video, could you talk about the following: Where on the ship can you go or not go during your off hours. Can you eat in any restaurant you want? Can you see any of the shows? Are there guest areas that are strictly off limits to crew? Thanks!

[@mariareyes-ku6194]

It seems from previous videos that he can go to any restaurant and need to do reservations as well. As a previous crew member, I know that we were not allow in the guests swimming pools and specially not on any guest’s cabin. Crew are not to engaged in any romantic activities with guests at all. If we were not on duty, we were not allow to go around the whole ship freely because it was for passengers who are paying to enjoy the ship. I think some things might have changed a little bit but Chris can elaborate more about RCCL’s rules.❤

[@cjayoz5105]

Radiance in 2013, Hawaii to Australia, via Tahiti & New Zealand, 18 nights of wonderful cruising, so, so good! Love longer cruises as you really get to know and enjoy the ship with plenty of sea days. Thanks for your vlogs and sharing your life in the world of cruising from a long time viewer. ❤

[@jazztime4]

Ironically, our very first cruise was on Radiance in 2006, and 10 Royal/Celebrity cruises later, our most recent voyage was on Symphony! Although Radiance was wonderful with incredible wall-of-glass ocean views, our vote goes to the Oasis Class ships with all their great amenities and dining choices. The super ships have never really felt that crowded to us! 👍😎

[@splatmacpuffin]

Really enjoyed this one Chris. We were on Odyssey of the Seas in early December 2021 and seen you working and having lunch in the Sushi restaurant. All four times you were with other people and we would not interrupt you or your lunch. Next time I’ll be sure to wait and say hello in person. As avid cruisers we really enjoy your content and are always very appreciative of the hard work and great attitude of the crew members.

[@Primeribdinners]

Not that we’d want you to stay a crew member forever (because I know there’s a not so glamorous side like long hours and not the best pay or living quarters) just for our own selfish entertainment but I just wanted to reiterate what a lot of people in the comments have already said: your channel is great and gives the average viewer cool behind the scenes looks at what it’s like to be a crew member. It works. In my opinion, there are a billion cruise channels/vlogs from the pov of a passenger. It’s just not that interesting (just my opinion. You’re entitled to yours). Your channel is the only one that I know of that offers the viewpoint of someone working on a ship, is consistent, and is pleasant to watch.

[@juliatarrel1674]

Chris: Everyone in the world is fascinated by what it takes to make something happen. Not always the same thing: someone might be fascinated by planes, others by cartooning, yet others by water treatment. You happen to be making entertainment and relaxation. That's interesting enough right there. But you happen to be making it on a floating resort! So you have the audience that's an intersection of entertainment/relaxation, marine engineering, hospitality, managing a micro-city, and a lot of other fields. Your potential viewership is phenomenal. Continue to be yourself. Continue to do what you enjoy doing.

[@robertdolan256]

I cruise alot, but have never had the opportunity to meet you, perhaps one day!! I thoroughly enjoy your videos, and you have the ability to bring out your human side, your passion, your drive, while allowing us to live a snippet of your life. Great Job. Fan for life

[@KahunaWellness]

Chris... Thank you for your content.... and please DO make longer video content..... you are an amazing creator.

[@Krysimmortal]

I was on the Celebrity Beyond's Trans Atlantic this past fall, awesome ship. I love the edge class ships. I used to go on RC a lot but have mostly switched to Celebrity mainly due to the fact they're more adult and couple oriented and RC is more family oriented. Celebrity lacks a lot of the activities for kids like no water slides, kiddie pools etc. I still go on RC for chartered music cruises, usually on the Freedom or Independence. I like both cruise lines and they are a pretty similar experience, you can tell they're essentially the same company just marketing toward different clientele.

[@Cloud7Travel]

Chris, love your videos and inside view of what it's like to be a crew member. I wish I knew about being a crew on a cruise ship 20 years ago when I first finished school. This would have been a nice adventure to see the world.

[@thefreckledafrikan]

This video was vulnerable and very relatable. You’re 30 & this is the time we all have these feelings of doubt & questioning. It’s a kind of trick or self sabotage sometimes so you gotta really evaluate your reality. Working 6 months a year is a huge blessing and finding a person who is like minded would be very important. What’s more is, finding an unconditional partner is the way to go. So if that’s the route you take, make sure not to settle. Be completely transparent and honest but respectful regarding your needs and vision for starting a family. Let me tell ya, leaving that career would be a mistake. My 52 year old mind was screaming at the screen like noooooo 😂. 😊 But yeah, if you can start a travel agency business & KZbin cruise review like Harr Travel then you’ll be able to build a family and remain in that cruise type element in a whole new different and exciting way…spending your time in beautiful cabins/suites that you can share with your entire family as it grows. Thanks for sharing your cruise life & im looking forward to meeting you on my 2nd symphony of the seas cruise.

[@TravelingFlamingo]

Thanks for taking us around with you. I love Costa Maya and can’t wait to go back.

[@CeremmoniesbyJudith]

We both enjoy your longer videos. By the time we got settled in to watch the short ones, they were over, and we were sad. 😔 So yes, we love the longer ones.

[@tammysteele5030]

It's very wonderful that we as viewers bring you joy by giving you a little something when you proved endless joy and informatiom about cruising. I love your videos and apparently I'm not alone! Get a P.O. Box for Royal Carib and people will mail you things. You deserve it! ❤️

[@someguy9778]

He has a mailing address when on the ship.

[@millicentthompson2962]

Chris, I just love your vlogs. You keep us informed and you are are a pleasant and lovely person inside and out. The way you showcased the ship and the ports, it's like we are there with you. Hope to meet you one day on the ship. Love my R.C.C.

[@delibakerytravel]

Like Other's Have Said, You Don't Realize How Much Joy You Bring To Many. That Was So Kind Of The Officer!! Thanks Again!! Greetings From San Diego.🌴

[@loannealford1113]

People give you gifts because they can see how nice, kind and humble person you are Chris. God Bless you and I wish you the best in life.❤

[@stevenz2234]

Actually, it was my wife Lynne and I that gave you the hoodie while we were on the Odyssey.. We are glad you enjoyed it. BTW ..We have also sailed on Symphony last February and then on Radiance last September from Vancouver to the Hawaiian Islands. Hopefully we will see you again soon.....next time we will bring you socks..LOL.

[@karenbryant3923]

You do great job! I've sailed on Radiance and like the smaller size. Was first RC cruise out of 19 I've done. LOVE walking between 2 ships as well!

[@sarbah77]

I've been on Radiance, for an Alaska cruise, in 2014. It is a great ship for that kind of area. We're booked on Symphony next January to escape our cold grey winter. Love both for specific things.

[@rachelolvera9435]

I like that the guests cheered the rescue crew

[@GTA5Fan8217]

When we were on the Carnival Dream, we had 2 emergencies. One at the beginning of the cruise, and at the end. Didn't have to pull into a port for either. Had the US Coast Guard fly to the top of the ship once, and a boat came the other. Nothing life threatening. Love your vlogs as I'm a new subscriber.

[@kencase2179]

Chris, I love the longer format vlogs! I enjoy seeing your life at sea and the trips in port. Keep up the great work.

[@davva360]

Just got off your sister ship Harmony of the Seas. Had a wonderful week with my son. My son had never been out of the Country but has now been to Jamaica and Haiti.

[@kimmarkowitz7759]

We just got off our B2B on Symphony. It was so great to finally meet you Chris! Really enjoying your vlogs😄.

[@Cory69]

i did b2b in august on symphony , we did roatan , cozumel ,costa maya one week then st maarten and st thomas next week

[@tonijohnson6335]

2007 Radiance of the Seas on the Pacific Coast. Our favorite right now is Odyssey of the Seas. We're about to be on Ovation of the Seas for 29 in the Australia area. We haven't been on Symphony yet. We'll see what comes next. Looks like you're having a good time on Symphony.

[@swbricks7516]

cruised on radiance back in 2005. loved the self balancing pool tables but my favorite part was the elevators that faced the ocean. was supposed to be on symphony a few weeks ago but we switched to Wonder. lovely cruise! will be on oasis in June. hopefully will have the chance to meet you one day on a future cruise.

[@jessicatucker8069]

Chris this has been by far my favorite video. I watch your videos at lunch time to help me unwind and relax from my stressful job. I look forward to your videos. Keep them coming.

[@andy70d35]

Another great vlog, Chris, please don't stop doing what you are doing. You educate so many people, and we are so grateful to you. Hope we get to meet on a cruise one day, our first cruise was back in 2013 on Indy.

[@mikepehoski1723]

Could you show the engine room.(I’m former U.S NAVY and some people don’t realize just how big the engines are,thanks .

[@arlenemaxwellcopeland1644]

the engagement is the addition of a little of your personal life too. I do appreciate it.

[@carolynrose9522]

Loved Radiance of the Seas, 12 nights South Pacific. There was a medical evacuation that happened on that cruise from Luganville, Espiritu Santo. It meant that we were only a few hours late from leaving this port. The ship had to wait for medical to arrive from another island. Would do the exact same cruise again, if could. So much to do and see at each port.

[@DuncYo]

Love that you’re on Symphony cruise ship Chris! I’m obsessed about watching videos about it …one day we’ll be on it hopefully 👍😀 have a great time!

[@tommytube268]

A medical emergency and I feel relieved that Royal Caribbean is probably running at full tilt to make up time to help a passenger. Absolutely awesome

[@seekingserenitydaily]

I'm a 61 year old junior high school teacher and I still LOVE to play Pokemon Go! LOL Keep up the great work Chris! I've been on many cruises and look forward to many more in my future. Love your videos!

[@l.ls.8890]

This was an extra super video of this past month and enjoyed watching it passionately. Onwards and upwards to the 100K subscribers.

[@harveystein3656]

Hi Chris...Wife & I were just on the Symphony on a B2B. You and I talked a few times while watching my wife at a machine. Our second week onboard had the detour stop at Miami because of the medical emergency. On that same cruise, while in Roatan and Cozumel there were ambulances at the dock during those stops as well. Resting up for our B2B on the Jewel in May out of Amsterdam.

[@BTimmer]

We had two helicopter medical evacuations on a recent cruise to Australia. One was at Port Angeles, WA and the other was a Kona, Hawaii. 20 minutes is my sweet spot for video length.

[@boristynkov7251]

Anthem of the seas loved stayed 2month on Anthem starting with December 4 -11-18-26-2 -13-24-4February 12

[@nancysatori4744]

We loved Radiance! The small ships are more intimate and relaxing, you meet more people. The large ships are great with so much to do, but it’s much more hectic. And you were saying Mahahual right!

[@vickielopresti5767]

We have been on Radiance of the Seas, many years ago. And when we were on a Princess Cruise, a crew member, from the Photo lad, accidentally, got chemicals from developing, on him, and had to be air lifted off, between Caymans and Florida. Its never a good thing, but we were told the crew member made it to the Miami hospital and was being taken care of! I am guessing this was way before digital, was popular. After 66 cruises, hard to remember when exactly! Now we are much more enjoying the River cruises, have been on q5 of them, including 2 in Asia, and multi times all the Rivers in Europe. Vickie from SE Pa

[@chagloch2]

My wife and I sailed on Symphony of Seas in 2020 just prior to the Pandemic. Loved the ship, entertainment, and restaurants!

[@BC-zn8ur]

We've been on both Radiance and Symphony, going on Reassurances again this September. We've enjoyed for different reasons.

[@georgiaroberson1825]

I have sailed on Symphony of the Seas and really love the ship! I don’t like cruising on small ships. Our families of 47 people have reservations on the Icon of the Seas for December 2024!

[@lear544]

Radiance of the Seas is my favorite ship. I've been on smaller ones and bigger ones. Radiance is just perfect.

[@sarahmrak176]

Hi!! I was just on symphony Feb 3rd-11th! Your friend from Romania in playmakers told me to follow you! We we seen the coast guard chopper come and pick up someone. So scary! Great channel!!

[@hoover517]

Been on Radiance a number of times. She is our favorite Royal Ship. Perfect size.

[@abbandyabbamania2733]

Hi Chris, i watch your Videos around 2Years and get a Fan of you! I booket my first Transatlantic Cruise 12.12.2022 and 2 weeks later Annonced you that you have a contract to Symphony of the seas. Wow what a suprise for me, i have a chance to meeting you! See you in March, from Miami to Barcelona. Greetings from Switzerland Andy

[@bonmoeji6728]

I enjoyed your video much, Chris. You are beaming when you are showing the gifts shows you are so grateful and humble by the show of love

[@desertdaydreams4743]

We sailed Radiance in Alaska in 2015 and Symphony this past Nov 2022 to St Thomas, St Maarten and perfect day. We fell in love with Symphony and are hoping to cruise her again in the next year or two.

[@elainewiggs9404]

We're cruising on Radiance of the Seas in March. I've been on 2 of the bigger ships and this will be my first smaller ship.

[@jackiebyers3424]

We sailed Symphony in April 2019 and December 2019. Loved it so much we booked the December cruise while onboard in April. That was our last cruise before the pandemic.

[@susanacorreia3487]

My family and I were on Symphony Jan 14-21. We had a fantastic time. I wish we could have stayed on longer. Thank you for all you all do for us

[@KansURose]

Chris, thank you for your fun information! Will see you in 2 weeks for the TA!

[@rosemartin8114]

Just watched you on la lido loco. Proud to say your vlogs are growing. You give so much info. On cruising and the behind the scenes works. Keep up the great work. Big hugs.

[@amyk4565]

I sailed on Radiance of the Seas in 2005, my first cruise ever. She is a beautiful ship and got me hooked on cruising!!

[@alkruzins1168]

yes can't beat the ocean at any time we enjoyed COsta Maya, nice little port, pool downtown

[@JC-sf2qm]

Oh... the Apex ... I will sail on her March 2023 ... so exciting to get a glimpse!

[@Tuvok44]

You are definitely growing, and it’s amazing to watch your adventures!

[@MrsScootsey]

Stayed in the 2 bedroom aqua theater suite last year on Symphony deck9. It’s an amazing room

[@trinabarrow]

Our favourite RC ship is Radiance we have been on that size ship quite a few times. Just been on Quantum and we didn’t enjoy the larger ship as much as we have the smaller ones.

[@tiffanyunderwood9436]

It was so good to see Celebrity Apex! We sailed the Apex last month. I'm about to board a ship for a new (to me) company for the first time for work next week and am super excited to experience ship life from the other side of the coin.

[@BTimmer]

We've stayed in a balcony stateroom on the Harmony of the Seas overlooking the Aqua Pool. It was very nice.

[@davidtomasetti8520]

So a need to know is ALPHA ALPHA ALPHA, an announcement that signifies a medical emergency on board? We heard it on three different days on a recent Jewel of the seas cruise and wondered if that was the case.

[@debbiechristy9960]

What a WONDERFUL g8ft from the customs and border agent - sooooo special!!! Very nice, loving and appreciative video, Chris - thank you!

[@rogermalmberg4039]

Did the inaugural transatlantic sailing of Symphony of the Seas in 2018....Great cruise. I enjoy your videos because being a crew member you bring a different prospective to the cruise life that other KZbinrs don’t. 👍

[@moppinmommies6992]

We were on this cruise! We actually found you in casino to meet you because we love your videos! I am also excited that I made your video at the end, it was me waving away 🤣

[@miriamsandbrand1340]

Chris, we recently saw the Broadway show, Tina (Turner) and all I’m going to say to you today is……you’re SIMPLY THE BEST!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@dianej1714]

Cool story about the CBP patch!

[@alishamaryleerichardson-go2106]

another wonderful video Chris! Its so awesome that you have received gifts.Thanks again for bringing us along with you...

[@amberlinamiller9023]

We are a RC family. My in-laws are almost top tier. My hubby over 30 cruises with RC, and I have been on Empress, navigator, and freedom. We did the freedom of the seas cruise on Christmas and it was absolutely incredible.

[@mariareyes-ku6194]

Hi Amberlina, reach out to me to book your future cruises. I am a travel agent with lots of experience and a fan of RCCL cruises as well. I have been in eight cruises at least and I was also a crew member 25 years ago.

[@jrodriguez1207]

My dad was once a CBP officer in Miami airport. But he retired in April 2022.

[@nancyz1728]

I’m glad you could make a quick detour for an emergency. On my first cruise a guest was helicoptered off in the middle of the night off the Independence.

[@oruizlavin]

Man I got excited when I saw your new post! Genuinely enjoy them. - I booked a symphony of the seas vacation later this year, coming out of Fort Lauderdale, FL. Looking forward to it. It’s our first time on that ship!

[@margaretstern2018]

Love Symphony. I was on it in 2018. Hope to be on again. Enjoy!!

[@cruisincathy5351]

Great great video Chris I really enjoy it on the foot. It was awesome. I like the views on the ship. It was great especially liked the gifts that shit different side of you. You’re so humble.

[@canelle09]

My favorites Cruise youtubeurs Number 1..Chris Wong 2 Lalido Loca 3 Sharon at Sea 4 Don

[@Cityof7headedBeasts]

Went on Radiance of the Seas 15 ish years ago- from Vancouver to Alaska. It was a great experience! Can’t wait to go on some of the other ships :)

[@luciejackson2164]

We had 2 helicopter medical evacs on my last cruise in Alaska. One in daytime the other at night. Our balcony was on the side so we couldn’t go outside. Never sailed RCCL but one day I hope to and bring you some Timbits!

[@VK-rw3yz]

Chris I’ve been watching your channel since the start of the pandemic and I have to say these new videos you have posted since your new contact started have been some of the best. Keep it up man. By the way Symphony our favorite RCL ship, Jennie Passamba is our favorite crew member, she’s a suite lounge concierge.

[@thatdrywallguy8512]

Hey Chris Great video as usual! I was on Symphony Feb 2020 right before the pandemic started and we did an 80,s vip night on the rising tide bar that was awesome!! Cheers! and keep up the good work

[@ciaracavell2160]

The husband getting all the angles for that pic IS WINNING @1:58

[@dandawson6589]

I sailed on Symphony ONE sailing before the industry had to shut down for the Vid... It's a beautiful ship, but so far, Liberty has been my favorite ship. Symphony's entertainment was top-notch, though. Hiro is absolutely breathtaking, Flight and Hair Spray were great as well.

[@GregSmith803]

I have an AquaTheatre Suite booked on an upcoming cruise in Dec 23 aboard Harmony of the Seas .... Much looking forward to that experience! ⚓

[@walker2188]

I work on liberty of the seas and we had to do the exact same thing back in February. A helicopter couldn’t come to the ship so we had to go in to Fort Lauderdale and then head back out to coco cay.

[@michaelwilson2600]

We had a helicopter rescue on Ovation this past September. It was definitely amazing to see !

[@ginnydeluzio3223]

Radiance in Alaska in 2018 and our last cruise in Dec was on Symphony with our entire family. Symphony was perfect with a 12 year old. Just missed you by a couple of weeks on both Symphony and Odyssey. Will be on Apex in March!

[@FincaBelleVue]

Radiance is one of my favorite ships. Love the location of the Schooners bar. So much glass!

[@PL-mu1cp]

I was on Radiance Of The Sea's in October 2009 for a birthday cruise. I liked the ship, great size, good service and a nice design. We all had a great time. To me she is a good size, I started cruising on the Viking Serenade in 1996, so Radiance was a large ship to me.

[@dadabouttravel87]

Have been on Symphony OTS twice! We prefer the Oasis Class ships! We have been on Symphonyx2, Harmonyx2, Oasis, and the Allure…… Have also been on Soveriegn(RIP) 😢 Mariner, Navigator, and Freedom OTS! Can’t wait to complete the Oasis class this year with Wonder in April this year! Also booked on Icon next year! Let’s Go!!!!!!!!

[@anna40299]

I climbed to the top of the rock wall on Oasis of the season on its first year of sailing. I rang the bell when I reached the top and stayed up there in a short few seconds and turned back to look at the ship, you can see how fast the ship was sailing when you ate up yhat high, it was thrilling!!

[@joeo7693]

My wife and I cruised on the Radiance of the Seas for an Alaskan and a transpacific cruise. We also have been on the Symphony of the Seas for a Caribbean cruise which was one of our favorite cruises. Our favorite ships are Oasis class, our favorite destinations are Australia/New Zealand and Alaska. We hope to do both destinations again. Sometimes the ship makes the cruise memorable, sometimes it’s the destination. We also loved cruising on the Celebrity Edge. 😎