Royal Caribbean’s NEW Hideaway Beach - A Rip Off?

[@Cruisewith]

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[@lynemac2539]

The floating Pink barrel chair caused a spit take here!

[@bodyloverz30]

For the money, both Disney's & MSC's private islands, are better for the money.

[@axreacts]

No alcohol included at that price is a joke!! Insanity.

[@Cruisewith]

Agreed!

[@Cflaquatics]

Or sodas, jeesh

[@rebeccathibert7706]

Agreed!

[@kimymarie596]

I don’t even drink, and I totally agree. At least throw in a glass a wine

[@darrenanderson1989]

2500.00 a day and they can’t include unlimited drinks? Not expecting a bottle of Dom , but a few beers and cocktails really amount to very little for them. Very cheap imo.

[@changeworkssystem6024]

For $2500+, even with 8 people, it's $300+ per person. For that, you should definitely get at least a pitcher of rum punch included!

[@emmetlover206]

and a curtain in case you want some privacy

[@chrisgriffiths3629]

and have the cabana on its own away from people and music and right on the ocean , this was too far away from the sea with an fake heated pool misses it for me , I have had much better set ups for cheaper , the food is only cheap fast food too

[@emmetlover206]

Yeah, being right by the pool is cool but offers zero soundproofing. @@chrisgriffiths3629

[@Samlol23_drrich]

For $2500 that cabana should fly

[@Cocoanutty0]

Or a toilet 😅

[@sircharlesmormont9300]

For that price, there should be a private changing area and restroom and all food and drinks should be included. That's as much as a cruise!

[@paulgerrard9227]

Pure rip off. $2500usd for a few hours in a shed wirh water. Free power - wow. I will race out and book now. Ummm no i wont. More of a turn off than a turd in a pool

[@DDTC73]

We like Ron and Larry! Thank you for allowing us to see this wonderful area at Coco Cay. Way too pricey for me, but it's a lovely space to spend the day in. You'd think that for £2500 the mini bar would be included.

[@aq5426]

"Hit me with a maple leaf and call me an ice hockey player!" Ben, I about fell out of my chair laughing at this one! Love the video y'all.

[@TheJoborg100]

The price is a joke. I rented a great cabana with NCL in their island at a fraction of the price and it had a full bathroom , Flatscreen TV and free alcohol.

[@johnnasmith5574]

Came here to say this! And it has air conditioning! $500 for the day on average.

[@maryanncapece2623]

Hi Ben and David. While the area and cabanas are lovely, for that price it should include everything!! Thank you for all your hard work and sharing with us. ❤❤

[@Cruisewith]

We agree!

[@Samlol23_drrich]

It should actually include vip transportation back and forth to and from the ship- door to door. So they can whisk you back to your room if you forgot something

[@BumbleBB]

@@Samlol23_drrich Great idea

[@jacijoyce2685]

ADCC!!!!! I howled!🤣🤣🤣🤣 Fab content as always ang big up to those generous Patreon Supporters!!

[@berkley1239]

You really need to organize a group cruise. I am sure that there are a ton of people that would love to join you on a cruise.

[@joannelaflamme2360]

They did organize a group cruise--it's on Virgin this June!

[@countludwigvonnippeltassel]

David, I bloody love your shirt! It's amazing! Excellent review, but $2.5k? Plus drinks? Holy rip-off Batman!

[@Chickenlegs836]

Hi 👋 Guys! RIP OFF OF THE SEAS Should be the name!! Not worth my hard earned $$. Sorry but so TRUE👎. Had I joined you on this cruise 🚢 $7500-8000 1 person inside room?? WTF?? Hope it was an enjoyable trip👍🙏. Blessings🙏🌸🌼🌺

[@pjt3887]

I just have zero desire to get on such a huge monster ship. Only to have to queue up in a huge line every single time you want to do something that is not my idea of a good time! Love your content thank you for sharing, because it definitely helped me to realize this is not my cup of tea.

[@chrisbernier3889]

Agree! The ship looks like a scene from the board game Candy Land...not for us either

[@FlaGirl2004]

These Icon videos have served to reinforce my decision to never cruise on these monstrosities. Don’t want to share a cruise with 7,800+ people or pay exorbitant prices for things other lines include.

[@Roflpawnched]

The ship looks really cool with lots of novelty features, but ultimately I agree that the huge crowds would ruin it for me.

[@cyberneticflower4823]

I’m watching these vids because I have zero desire to go on the Royal Caribbean/Carnival mega ships. I’m not the target audience for this, and that’s fine. I’ve been on the Celebrity Edge, which has a capacity of 3k, and didn’t have any problems beyond some activities filling up very fast. The Icon is completely next level.

[@mashenka6189]

Same…

[@liamwoz1861]

How on earth do they justify making you pay £2500 and then charge you for the mini bar? I’ve noticed this sort of thing creeping into almost everything related to a cruise, they seem to think the thousands of pounds you’ve already spent wasn’t enough

[@Cruisewith]

Crazy, isn’t it?

[@lisathaviu1154]

It’s called having a captive audience. Lately my husband and I have gone to all inclusive resorts lately, because we get tired of being nickled and dimed every time we turn around.

[@liamwoz1861]

@@lisathaviu1154 well this is the problem, an all inclusive resort where you get absolutely everything with flights included are cheaper than cruise. It wasn’t always that way. I get they have higher operating costs but I think I would be happier if they just changed what they needed and stop cutting things so everyone could have a decent experience no matter what their budget

[@lifethroughalens9878]

I guess that’s the point. Nobody is making anyone pay. This is voluntary. And they’ll keep raising prices while people keep paying it. The best cure for high prices is high prices. Eventually people will simply stop paying.

[@ND-nt6yw]

They overcrowd the free areas and say 'avoid the crowds and come to this exclusive area' and hope you don't read the fine print about the exclusions

[@ronaldboonstra4834]

Thank you for showing the horror of Coco Cay these day's. Been al lot of times there, unspoiled. Icon.....not in a lifetime!!!! But, thank you...again for your great vid.

[@JMFingerstyle]

It's horrible what they've done to what once was an idyllically perfect little island. I wonder if anyone who was there in the early days actually likes what they've done to Little Stirrup Cay and the little beach barbecue.

[@Samlol23_drrich]

I call it Yukon; it may be good for YOU. But not for me so much.....

[@LBB2622]

Nice dismount from the hanging chair 10!!!

[@martinjames6838]

Only ever been to Cococay once and it was far from a perfect day, it started cloudy but by lunchtime it was absolutely lashing it down. Everyone gave up and went back to the ship and since it was Harmony of the seas, there was 5000 plus people trying to all to get on at the same time. It took us over an hour - we were drenched like drowned rats! 😂

[@TravelwithEbby]

Wow that sucks.. I’ve been to coco cay 4 times and each time was perfect days lol..

[@rafaelrobles3884]

Great video guys we loved it too we were next door to you guys thanks for visiting and taking the time for a quick chat we hope to run in to you guys on a future cruise

[@fiffanj]

❤ the two of you in your floating chairs 😂😂

[@kristintoo]

$2500.00 and you dont get a lousy FIVE dollar beer!!?? I call Bullshit and a ripoff

[@paulasimson4939]

$2500 p/day and they don't include soft drinks??!! Holey-schmoley! But it does look lovely and appealing.

[@margaretatter4743]

I laughed so hard I cried with you guys and that chair in the pool. ❤

[@JordynKaylor]

Ben falling off the pink chair while in the pool was HILARIOUS!!!

[@miatfitz]

Icon beside Mariner looks like a Kardassian standing beside Twiggy... 😂

[@Finc57]

I've smiled many times at many of their videos, but this time I laughed so hard. Good times!

[@Dingdong3696oyvey]

I would never pay these prices but I am glad other people will. My RCCL stock has nearly doubled recently.

[@susanhurtado8787]

I cannot say How much I love watching the two of you. You always make me smile. What a wonderful video. Thank you.

[@traceymckeen2968]

Ben trying to get onto that seat in the pool 😂 you two are the best, I love watching your videos ❤️

[@barbarajarrett3185]

I'm anxious to see your cabin! I hope that's next. The adults-only beach experience looked incredibly awesome. But I couldn't afford that. The price is outrageous! I'm glad I got to experience it vicariously. 😂

[@NWSanta]

Living the dream! Uggh, I can't wait to get back on a cruise ship!!!! What a great day at CocoCay. Thank you for sharing!

[@arthurmatthewf5406]

We find CocoCay so boring we actually avoid cruises stopping there. But we live on the ocean, so it's not something special. $2500. For real? When you can have it all for free anywhere else on the island; or better yet, stay on the ship when everyone else is off and have the entire pool deck to yourself plus all the slides rather than paying for the CocoCay water park.

[@commonsense246]

Have been cruising for 28 yrs and been to CoCo when it was just water and sand and at least 4 times after the improvements. We paid $1398 then tax and grats made it around $1500. We love the island. And we loved the cabana even at that price. You can't get your own private heated pool anywhere else on CoCo Cay. Nor can you get everything delivered to you. It was worth every penny and we'd do it again. We've stayed on board too, a great option. But different strokes for different folks. This was really special.

[@arthurmatthewf5406]

@@commonsense246 Come to my house, swim in our pool, use our virtually private beach and I will serve you personally if you pay me $1500 for 6 hours. I will even throw in a bottle of bottom shelf rum. LOL

[@angelicashields9706]

You two guys are waaay too much fun. On our last cruise (October 2022-Harmony), we had a cabana at South Beach. Two attendants too such great care of us and our grandsons. Can’t wait to return.

[@glent7853]

I appreciate watching a video for a ship I would never go on. RCL is the absolute king of overcharging and nickel and diming. I am on a 7 day cruise all inclusive that cost 1500$ usd. 400$ an hour for a cabana. I hope you get a happy ending for that price

[@kategardner5551]

Hi guys. Have you been to Australia. If so when and which ship. I would like to see it please. You guys do a great job. Some people move to camera way too fast. I am a photographer and your skill are great thanks

[@mirandadunsmore-gladue5477]

Good afternoon folks 😊👋❤️🇨🇦..those kind of resorts should have toys like kites, beach balls, pails and shovels for sandcastles for adults…would be so much fun ❤😊

[@Cruisewith]

Hello! 👋

[@med6399]

Another moment of smiling - watching you 2 having fun!🎖🎖🎖😎😎😎🌟🌟🌟♥️♥️♥️ (But the price for the cabanas- without alcohol is outrageous- in my opinion………😳😳😳)

[@DawnalynForrest]

Darlings!! Thank you for showing us a piece of paradise! See you next week!

[@christopherm5958]

Thank you for your compliments about Canadians 🇨🇦. We love you two as well, and you're always welcome here. ❤

[@chocoholic832]

We're on a p&0 cruise to Canada in September & looking forward to visiting your lovely country

[@christopherm5958]

@chocoholic832 fantastic you're totally welcome. Great to have you

[@Kirsty0994]

2.5k for some chairs and food madness 😂

[@chrisgriffiths3629]

its fast food as well hardly grilled sea food fresh or a nice steak cooked on proper smoke bbq like we had in the Maldives !

[@Kirsty0994]

I know it looked like McDonald’s I don’t know how they can justify 2.5k a few hundred pounds max would be fair enough

[@Ed___1234]

Perfect day is the biggest cash grab ever. I thought it was rubbish, the water park is basic, the food ain’t all that. The beaches are ok but I don’t cruise for the beach. Waste of money when I went last.

[@michelehafey2607]

Love David's shirt!

[@sallyt8210]

Absoutly love your videos and wow that island looked amazing. Only done 1 cruise but watching all your videos makes me feel I have done loads ! Xx

[@fymcgee]

This Canadian loves you both back!

[@commonsense246]

Our Hideout Cabana only cost us $1500 with tax and grats. No liquor but we didn't need it as Diamond Plus members we used our 5 drink voucher which works on island just like the ship. Food was very good. We thought it was worth every penny!.

[@rasferrastfarian739]

I so glad we can watch you both enjoy yourselves! Waay too expensive for this little Aussie! (the exchange rate kills us!)

[@bestfriar]

I was on the Freedom of the Seas in April ‘23 and the food on CoCo Cay was terrible… only one rub was that they ran out of towels…

[@georgeray3492]

David's bright, colorful shirt- 10/10. Commentary-' You'd do better with a piece of a door' - 10/10 Adults only? 10/10 Similar to Virgin- in looks and features. That ship is so much wider than others! Great video Thanks for sharing.

[@KrisKk08]

But no free soft drinks 🤦‍♀️

[@chipchaunamom2665]

Cmon RC. The time on the island is too short. 6am-8pm would be good.

[@rebeccadutoit3803]

Great vlog! As always. Out of interest where is David's Disney rainbow top from, do you have a link?

[@ericafors6039]

On Disney’s private island you can get away from the kids - for FREE! I do not like RC, their prices are CRAZY!! You could go on a whole cruise for that price!

[@haydensydney]

I'm in love with your pop of colour jumper!!

[@TheJttv]

This video felt more naughty then usual but I'm here for it. Also the cabanas seem like better value then the floating ones.

[@paulclark83]

It’s not a Fish o Filet. Filet o Fish darling

[@ryanm7171]

How could you guys eat so much lunch knowing you had an amazing but huge dinner that night. You guys are amazing. I couldn't do it.

[@juliewilson3237]

£2500 seems a crazy amount to me , as even paying that for the cruise is enough for us ! It does look amazing and I’m sure you appreciated it as a special treat. Really enjoyed watching though . How the other half live eh ? 😂❤

[@Narutocoolcat]

I come for the cruise. Stay for the Ben quotes

[@RC1618]

Just disembarked from the Star Trek cruise on Mariner of the Seas 🖖

[@Cruisewith]

Hope it was a long and prosperous cruise!

[@illmadeknight92]

Whaaa? That sounds amazing!

[@geezygee]

That pride mickey shirt is EVERYTHING!! where did you score it?!

[@darlenepurcell7541]

Absolutely love, adore and desire Davids outfit! He has a neat sense of fashion, how about a few David Fashions for sale! I still love you Ben and Oscar!

[@mruggier0]

Sailed Icon Feb3-10 I was there at Coco Key . We paid to get in think 49 each. Wasn’t thrilled. Noisy noisy noisy . We had to scream at each other! Plenty of chairs and umbrellas. Swim up bar . Kind of felt like Margaritaville. We decided to go to the other beach forgot name but all the way to the very end . Past nature walk. Quiet great beach, chairs, lifeguard, umbrellas and we could hear each other. No fee to enter. Restrooms and secluded. Tram does take you there and back. It was beautiful. Hideaway was nice but the noise and chaos of very drunk people wasn’t my vibe. Hmm wonder what week Ben/David were there. As for the food, I didn’t see that menu. Possibly that was for cabana guests only

[@mruggier0]

Inaugural sailing then. They did not mention or I did not hear that. My sailing was only 60 percent occupancy . Think prices kept many away

[@jeandalton7108]

Those cabanas cost more than the cruise!

[@amberanthony883]

Not on icon. 2500. Gets you squat on icon

[@shootingstarsphotography174]

Thank you so much for this! So glad you have incredible fans that can share these experiences with you guys and us! We really enjoyed our time at the Celebration table with you! I don't even remember the food to be honest LOL. Thanks to Karin & Tim and Bekka for allowing us to participate in this! Just booked Star Inaugural in hopes of reliving the magic! Wendy & Jamie

[@NancyLiedel]

I was torn about the Oasis, but you talked me back into my love of smaller ships. Oasis is too big for this cruiser.

[@timbudig3365]

WTH 😧 2.500$?! For what?! For a private beach and pool?! Sorry…this prices are just ridiculous! For this money you can go on a different cruise for almost 10 days again…😅

[@tracyg2623]

Love Cococay! Great overview of the new area-TY!

[@diannesmothers2171]

Thousands and you dont even get the canned drinks??!! When 40 will get you the same food..beach..and up priced drinks??? You would be insane to pay that..almost the price of an entire cruise...come on!!!!

[@pdeblois1880]

I don’t know how the cruise companies can say they are concerned with the environment? Two ships land on a man made Island theme Park introducing almost 10,000 people. Just the energy consumption for this many people on an Island the size of a postage stamp. So called private Cabana…..with everyone playing their style music. Nice relaxing day on the beach??? How can this not have an impact on the environment?

[@SuzyBateman-e5h]

You guys bring me so much joy! I love your videos!! ❤

[@tomsoccer27]

They made Hideaway to be like a Vegas-style pool party, so the sound is to be expected.

[@QueenofZamunda2023]

Hey, you said Canada. Hello there.

[@veronicaescobedo6441]

your cruise videos are the best!

[@junkboxxp]

12:53 there has to be about 30 dollars worth of alcohol in that fridge and they can’t include that in the price. RC is a bit greedy when it comes to these things.

[@whowhatwheresg]

Wow managed to catch your video early this time round and glad to see it's back to 4K for this one. ❤

[@Cruisewith]

Hope you enjoyed it!

[@whowhatwheresg]

I did! Looks like you guys have a great time too. 😊

[@tony8074]

To be honest the food looks gross. I would starve because I can’t eat food that does not appeal to me.

[@nanner3200]

David: LOVE love love your Disney Pride shirt! Huge Disney fan and have a LGBTQ (adult) child. I would soooo buy that! Was that from the parks/cruise or online? You know the day is going to be fun when you are that colorful!

[@hrizonsdebbie]

I have the hand fan to match David's shirt. Nobody cares, but comments help videos! 😜

[@MzMimi-sr6qn]

Ben's quotes will always live in infamy. 😂 But in all seriousness you both have officially made my husband willing to try a cruise. ❤

[@ThemeParkBazza]

My innuendo bingo card is full 😂😂❤❤

[@oddinjaylen1346]

Isle of wight was 14 degrees today 😂 ❤

[@tonyjones9442]

Warmer than Anglesey. Lol

[@edvaira6891]

Seeing Mariner next to Icon, looks like parent and child!

[@Cola-Dream]

I give Ben a "10" for sticking the landing getting out of the nest swing. 🙂

[@ohboy2592]

People will pay and the prices will stay. I don’t see it because you have access to multiple pools and free food all over the island. You are only paying for a cabana and a waiter. 😂😂😂😂. You also aren’t forced to buy extras. There’s really no need. The only thing we pay for on cruises are shore excursions. Plenty of food and entertainment that’s already included.

[@paulinedivingdeepincincinn1962]

Hello my 2 wild and crazy guys ❤tyfs

[@holliesheet3182]

I enjoy your honest reviews, filming, humor (humour) and brill editing! Yeah, I'm east coast USA. 🤪🤣

[@KrisKk08]

🙄

[@sulialto]

OMG!😂 Loved Ben trying to get in the chair!!!

[@emergcon]

7000 a day? Those cruise yachts in the med cost as much per week. All inclusive.

[@brendabrinkley5139]

$2,500 they got to be kidding price of a cruise

[@rebeccathibert7706]

Those prices are ridiculous. But as long as people continue to pay them they will continue to charge them.

[@christinehicks5177]

That ship us huge. My son was an officer on Mariner and I do love her.

[@kat-napzzz]

“Next stop the aqua show”😂

[@chriscarley]

I love the content but these titles are getting out of hand. We’re at the point where I read this title and thought “Oh, they must have loved it”.

[@cyberneticflower4823]

If you’re not paying for it, of course you’re gonna speak highly of it 😂

[@rioborzeli147]

🇨🇦🇨🇦👏👏👏 Canada loves your Chanel to 😂🤣👏👏🇨🇦🇨🇦

[@rlbrown4013]

2500 a day, and you have to pay for everything but water? Wow!

[@emmetlover206]

Royal better be careful, they are going to outprice the average income person if they keep asking these crazy high prices.

[@FraserAtSea]

This is one of the best videos I've found for Coco Cay - so well done! I Do think this place looks absolutely amazing, but some of the prices would make your eyes water - I guess it's just an example of having thousands of people arrive on a ship - someone will pay it, ha!

[@fruityfluffyhamster]

Oh wow! Im early to an upload for once! Nice ❤

[@2tickets1world]

Yes you guys are goals! Travel for work

[@cydneystephen2814]

Hey Ben and David. Happy Sunday. I’m wondering if those steak sandwiches in the Pearl cafe and 🦞🦐 and filet mignon in the Windjammer gonna be the norm or was it just for the inaugural sailing. David love your shirt. Love the cabana sits on the pool steps away from the beach but the pool just fine for us. So the drink package not applicable at the Hideaway cuz it is at Oasis lagoon. At $2500/day you still pay for drinks? Wow. Not playing with balls in the pool Ben😂😂. $5999 on the Star? Drinks not included? And drink package not applicable? That is nuts 🫤😳. Im hollering at Ben balancing on that float. Yes. Rich and Jasmine rented out the whole Celebration to celebrate reaching 100k. Thanks for sharing guys. Wonderful day and evening.

[@julesrann]

2.5k, but no private changing area (or at least a small area behind a curtain and you have to pay for the drinks from the fridge if it’s not in your drinks package 🤔 think I’d give that a miss. They really are nickel and diming. Kinda makes DCL cruise stopping at their private islands (castaway island and longhouse point) seem like awesome value (if DCLis your kind of thing)……..

[@jennjames1977]

You Both Are Amazing! I Had Never Thought About Taking A Cruise Vacation! I Wouldn't Know How, If I Hadn't Found Your Channel! Thank You Ben & David For All You Do!

[@gwynethglas-brown9171]

Wow what an awful price to pay ( as of you have not payed enough already 🤷‍♀️) Nope i much rather keep my money 🫣. Its really mind blowing crazy that you have to pay all that ,there No Drinks nor soda 😡 extra charge( money money 🎼🎼🎼) song ringing in my head . Of course those that can afford or treat them self. Good on you enjoy 😊 . Great video. Have a Good week 🥰