After mucho business traveling for 30+ years I’ve come to the conclusion that there are only three (3) things you must take on any road (cruise) trip: 1) Yourself, 2) a credit card, and 3) Immodium.
@maddiep17449 ай бұрын
Or the dulcolax 😂
@MikeJones-nu4sd Жыл бұрын
Matt, thanks! All are good tips. As a large senior male with some mobility issues who sails mostly the older Royal ships (primarily Radiance and Vision class) they of course do not have the flowriders, water slides, etc. to burn calories and I cannot use the stairs (except in a major emergency). They do have gyms and I spend time on the treadmills, in addition to walking the length of the ship several times during each day. Your mention of fiber is a good point, too. In fact, we bring Benefiber stick packs to add to our morning coffee every day to help with digestion. And one more tip in the spirit of the TMI items you mention. Even using just the shipboard TP, sometimes the toilet will not completely flush. Before trying multiple times or calling maintenance, push down on the toilet lid with one hand while pressing the flush button with the other. This appears to improve the required suction and has not failed me yet! Happy cruising!
@bugwar5545 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the flush tip.
@DiamondMasters Жыл бұрын
Two of the most disgusting things you will see all the time on Cruise Ships are not mentioned: (1) People putting their feet up on chairs and tables, including where you eat and drink (2) People using their hands in the buffet to take food , ignoring the provided utensils.
@bugwar5545 Жыл бұрын
I take it that you did not report the greasy hands people?
@MikeJones-nu4sd Жыл бұрын
I agree on #1, as well.
@sophia5257 Жыл бұрын
😮yuck
@Sophie3647s Жыл бұрын
Some people don't see the utensils so I point to it and dont make a big deal. I don't think its on purpose
@DiamondMasters Жыл бұрын
@@Sophie3647s I have pointed out the utensils also, right on top of the food tray.
@reginarizer5797 Жыл бұрын
A cruise is one of the few times I indulge, but I take the stairs always. Don't take the elevator if you are physically able to take the stairs it helps keep the weight down. :)
@serenamccoy3711 Жыл бұрын
Good tips! I like the tip to get some activity in to avoid weight gain. Also, I get annoyed by chair hogs also! I especially get annoyed when somebody gets a chair for every body in their party, including the kids - and the kids are in the pool and they don't need a chair to sit on. We have that problem at the local pool. In my opinion, the chairs need to be mainly for adults. If the kids come out for a break, they can sit on the edge of a chair with their parents for a few moments.
@alicianatrujillo32274 ай бұрын
i agree but in sum circumstances the older kid should be able to sit down to i get like 3-8 year olds could sit with there parents
@corinabalderas1754 Жыл бұрын
I had an itinerary change when sadly someone jumped ship in the middle of the night. The ship circled back trying to save the person and searched for hours before coastguard got there and took over. The next morning I could not believe the rude passengers (who I can only hope was unaware of the situation) freaking out and requesting a full refund due to one port change.
@danieltdavis9788 Жыл бұрын
Buyers remorse
@corinabalderas1754 Жыл бұрын
@@danieltdavis9788 the jumper was a crew member. He got arrested at the previous port trying to get deported home but instead they took him back to the ship.
@bugwar5545 Жыл бұрын
Unhappy entitled Democrats. Bless their little hearts.
@corinabalderas1754 Жыл бұрын
@@bugwar5545 most of the crew were foreign workers stuck in a 2 year contract away from their families. I don’t know what was going on in his personal life in order to choose to take his own life but I can’t imagine he would have had any interest in either political party!
@bugwar5545 Жыл бұрын
@@corinabalderas1754 Thanks for pointing that out. I was referring to the complaining passengers. Looks like I should have done a better job in describing who.
@seanholbert6244 Жыл бұрын
It's amazing how walking on the jogging track for 30 minutes a day really helped to keep the weight gain at bay for me. And trust me, I indulged. :)
@iluvutube4886 Жыл бұрын
I used the stairs instead of the elevator.....helps tremendously!
@robertfoerster566 Жыл бұрын
Yes, always bring a laxitive. I pop one right before the first dinner to keep everything going. No matter where I go, air travel does this to me all too often. Also, pack an emergency dental kit. If a filling pops out on a cruise, you'll be in a lot of pain until you find a port. The doctor on board generally cannot help with any dental issues. While it's extremely rare, once that filling falls out you will have a lot of trouble (and pain) eating or drinking anything. The emergency kit is very easy to use and provides a temporary filling that lasts a few days - long enough to seek dental help at the next port.
@jaygee1569 Жыл бұрын
A big one that wasn't mentioned is choice of cabins and noise. I was on my first cruise to AK and booked a room under the Lido deck. I figured AK....nobody is gonna be using the Lido deck right? WRONG! I averaged about three hours of sleep a night and ended up getting very sick and sleep deprivation was a contributing factor. Choose your room location for both noise and sea sickness purposes carefully
@b2vrvsupport733 Жыл бұрын
ear plugs might have helped.
@urofseron6 күн бұрын
Earplugs, eye masks. Room is not an issue.
@teresamiller5412 Жыл бұрын
I would add, being loud in the halls after 11, letting cabin door slam shut, and smoking on your balcony- yes it’s forbidden but has happened every cruise lately 😢
@Jasoncraft101 Жыл бұрын
I was just on a cruise and some guy woke us up yelling to someone at 2 am
@kara517 Жыл бұрын
Weed smokers are the worst. So inconsiderate to those around you!!! And there are designated areas for cigarettes
@bugwar5545 Жыл бұрын
I take it you did not report them?
@susandodd3767 Жыл бұрын
Be aware of ship time vs.port time.
@bugwar5545 Жыл бұрын
Thanks. I will set my watch to ship time, but it is good to know there may be a difference.
@allisonmatheney8115 Жыл бұрын
Matt, you mentioned the toilet paper on the cruise ship good to note don’t just bring your own toilet paper and flush it because their system is very sensitive. You really need your own toilet paper are you Gotta make sure and throw it away in the trashcan every single time if you cause an issue in the plumbing and they find out it to you there’s a huge fine don’t be that person.
@Hawddawg Жыл бұрын
Sensitive yes. Using 3 ply toilet paper? No. You're not flushing down wet wipes.
@scubasteve1555 Жыл бұрын
No, not even, I always take some Charmin and system safe wipes and have NEVER had issues.
@deborahhymer9315 Жыл бұрын
Never flush ANY wipes. They build up and clog pipes and the tanks.
@Bozbaby103 Жыл бұрын
@@scubasteve1555 As someone whose job was to know a ship’s sewage system I can 100% say don’t flush ANYthing down the toilet that isn’t provided by the ship. Oh, and your own bodily waste; that should be a given. Ships sewage systems are not like land-based ones. Wipes should NEVER be flushed on a ship. It doesn’t matter what the manufacturer slapped on its website or on the package itself. Wipes are bad. Other toilet paper shouldn’t be used, either. How do I know? I am retired US Navy (HT) with a further background in material science. There is a distinct difference of varying toilet papers manufactured processes and how they behave in a particular environment. Wipes aren’t made of the same material and behave differently than paper pulp. The sewage system on ships (we call it CHT (collection, transfer and holding) in the Navy) is not designed for anything that isn’t provided. Need a better cleansing down there? Jump in the shower afterward or use your wipes and throw them in the trash.
@Jcota811 ай бұрын
@scubasteve1555 no such thing as flushable wipes even if it says flushable on the packaging they ARE NOT safe for any system
@nikkibadzik3948 Жыл бұрын
Matt, this may be my favorite video you've done. Such good advice here. I also love that you don't disparage cruising while still being real. Well done. (And next time someone posts the fb question "what essentials should I bring?" I'll respond with "diarrhea drugs" instead of "magnetic hooks" 🤣🤣)
@pattineedham9094 Жыл бұрын
Old lifeguard tip for sunburn. Take 2 plain aspirin to dull the burn. Not Tylenol or any other pain killer. Just plain old aspirin!
@pollig424311 ай бұрын
The best thing I've ever found to relieve the pain of a sunburn is vinegar. Yep - just pour it liberally on your skin after you shower. You'll smell like a pickle, but you won't hurt.
@careysmithjr.1541 Жыл бұрын
I’ve been on Several Royal Caribbean Cruises and I Never had a problem 🤣🤣at all 👍🏾
@esciteach7997 Жыл бұрын
5 cruises . . . all different . . . never had a problem except GAINED 5-7 pounds EACH TIME.
@careysmithjr.1541 Жыл бұрын
🤣🤣👍🏾
@tiffanysanchez9184 Жыл бұрын
Tip for the chaffing problem… One word Spanx no matter if you are a big girl, a skinny, or any body type in between if you like wearing dresses around they are great to keep raw thighs from rubbing.
@Camish911 Жыл бұрын
I took Dramamine with ginger on my last cruise because I'm prone to motion sickness. Found out that it also helps with vertigo when we hit port after 5 straight sea days and vertigo hit hard.
@SwayPromo Жыл бұрын
raw ginger?
@diane4976 Жыл бұрын
Well done! It's a great tool for newbies! Everything is right on!
@Bozbaby103 Жыл бұрын
I’ve watched many, many, many cruise tips and experiences videos, but I found a few of your suggestions new to my ears, so thank you.
@RoyalCaribbeanBlog Жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@Sandy11710 Жыл бұрын
Great video. Well done. Beautiful photos. Thank you
@xLothCat Жыл бұрын
Me and my boyfriend are going on our first proper holiday together in July and he’s never done a cruise before (we’re doing anthem of the seas!) and when we booked it I was stressing about how we’re going to be back at least hour before departure, anyway I keep sending him your vids as they’re so insightful for first time cruisers and he was laughing when you said about getting back to the boat an hour before! I’d hate to say I told you so but… better than watching everything sail away without you 🤣
@SwayPromo Жыл бұрын
trust me, get back an hour. thats more than enough. but dont push it. Ive had friends litterly be left on the side with the boat a few feet away from them lol
@fredrosenbaum8630 Жыл бұрын
Sea sickness was a real issue for me, but I am prone to motion sickness- roller coasters, simulators, etc. After trying every drug I could find, patches, sea bands, etc I finally discovered raw ginger root. A bucks worth from the grocery store and a single edge razor blade to make thin slices lasts me for over a 2 week cruise and makes it completely vanish. I start eating it the day before and then a slice or 2 every few hours and the trip is wonderful.
@SwayPromo Жыл бұрын
really? that's interesting. i didnt know you could do this. How did you get the ginger on board? i thought you couldnt take things like this on board? also i had no clue raw ginger helps with that. I shall try it if im able to bring it on baord
@fredrosenbaum8630 Жыл бұрын
@@SwayPromo I’ve always just packed it in my carryon in the case with my razor, toothbrush, meds, etc and never had a problem.
I always go for the vegetables first on cruises, as well as on holidays in hotels in places like Mexico, Cuba etc. and I take the chance if we go to places like Greece, Spain I make sure if there is vegetables on the menu to have some, or just things like orange juice to help me go.
@typsytrae Жыл бұрын
We will only cruise on an Oasis Class ship to prevent seasickness. Those ships are too big to sway back and forth. It feels like you’re not moving the entire time 👍🏼
@romeoslover817 Жыл бұрын
good to know.
@JulieWallis1963 Жыл бұрын
Handy tip, but I love feeling the motion.
@edwingonzalez5185 Жыл бұрын
As somebody who has Ulcerative Colitis and have not been in a cruise since this diagnosis, I'm low key nervous for this cruise I got in July lol
@saratogajacks Жыл бұрын
Try immune tree first milking colostrum for your gut (they changed my life taking every morning and 30 minutes before every meal. Helped slowly heal my gut lining and helped with ulcers in my colon) hugs
@carolynwilliams7414 Жыл бұрын
I have diverticulosis and COPD. I'm still hoping for another cruise. I am 68 and disabled.
@tracyellisonmann180 Жыл бұрын
We board the Harmony of the Seas this Saturday 5/27. We can't wait!
@bugwar5545 Жыл бұрын
So how was the trip?
@tracyellisonmann180 Жыл бұрын
@@bugwar5545 it was awesome
@boatshaughie2841 Жыл бұрын
Bing all your own meds, I paid 6 bucks for a roll of TUMS last cruise I was like WHAT?
@spaskew Жыл бұрын
Lots of great advice in this video. Thanks, Matt!
@Suzanne237 Жыл бұрын
Make sure the sun screen is environmental safe for the oceans reefs. Also make sure the sun screen is fresh not last years
@sharongross5922 Жыл бұрын
Good tips I returned on Sunday from a cruise on Oasis of the Seas the crew where on top of washing hands at the Windjammer. But, the parents putting small to grade school children in the sauna and the kids vomiting was disgusting
@daynastithem3576 Жыл бұрын
Heartburn meds and anti-dihedral meds are always in my medication bag. Also carry couch drops and vitamin C and DayQuil because of the air conditioning is different than mine at home. Great tips thanks for the videos Matt.
@skyfrog42 Жыл бұрын
Sorrento's Pizza = Heartburn, at least for me. I love the pizza, but I always take Alla-Seltzer on a cruise.
@Layingflat Жыл бұрын
Another good video,thank you❤
@zach2992 Жыл бұрын
I constantly have heartburn and have Tums like it's candy. My cruise the beginning of this month was a whole week without heartburn.
@bugwar5545 Жыл бұрын
And what did you learn from this?
@zach2992 Жыл бұрын
@@bugwar5545 That the only way to avoid heartburn is to go on a cruise.
@tuvia4082 Жыл бұрын
Great video Matt, one thing though. @6:16 the Western Wall in Jerusalem may be an excursion but probably not a busy port.
@juliatarrel1674 Жыл бұрын
Sweating: Babies wearing nappys (diapers) have wet skin in folds. Babies get nappy rash because of that. Adults get wet skin in sweaty folds of skin. Nappy rash soothers and preventers work just as well for adults as they do for babies! Be aware of ALL your skin folds. Armpits and crotch are obvious. Under breasts are also skin folds. If your beer belly has a skin fold under it, that also captures sweat. Hair makes a kind of not-skin-fold. The back of the neck is terrible. If your hair goes into a high ponytail or pigtails, do that. If you're lucky to have hair that does a chignon or bun, do it. If you have hair that goes into those beautiful, beautiful tight braids, do a set that leaves the back of your neck clear. And apply sunburn cream or wear a hat. Chafing: I get chafing under my breasts, and either wear sweat wicking bras, or sew sweat wicking fabric to the underside of the bras. Sunburn idea: Wear long sleeves, long pants, covered shoes (or socks), and a big hat. I know that spoils some ideas of fun, but for me, I find no sunburn trumps skimpy clothes. You can use light, flowy fabric if you want. You can wear bamboo or silk if you want. I go for flowy maxi-skirts and light, flowy jackets. No sunburn + looks great.
@johnf8070 Жыл бұрын
Thanks for making this video
@jcshaves Жыл бұрын
I get the constipation no matter the type of travel I do. I’ve been told it’s the bodies fight or flight response. I always drinks lots of water anyway but make sure I do more so especially if I’m somewhere sweating a lot (I’m hot when it’s above 68 so it’s often). Try to eat fiber and stay away from stuff you know contributes to the problem like cheese is a big no no for me even though I love it. Thanks for the tips. Love the channel
@pattyford2228 Жыл бұрын
I take stool softeners and helps!
@jcshaves Жыл бұрын
@@pattyford2228 that’s a good idea.
@bugwar5545 Жыл бұрын
I take it that psyllium powder (as in Metamucil or generics) isn't working for you??????
@jenstclair8409 Жыл бұрын
The lines to get off the ship at port the line was 3 decks long and every one cutting an crowding.its harder when you have disabilities but the staff worked with us if you have a disabilitie let the staff know.
@JC-bl9bo Жыл бұрын
Sunburn yes, we didn't do a good enough job applying last year on Oasis at Coco Cay because we got burnt pretty bad. Luckily the kids were spared the pain though.
@linda319 Жыл бұрын
California Linda shares 😅😅😅 regarding never expect Cottonelle tissue on any cruise. It's true that toilet paper must be thinner due to the flushing system, and you can be charged for clogging a toilet in specific cases. In many foreign counties you always place used toilet tissue in the provided container. We enjoy your vlogs and thanks Matt for the hours you spend creating informative, non dramatic cruise content.
@jameswilson5165 Жыл бұрын
ummmm, is that why the gratuity is mandatory?🤣
@Jimddddd1981 Жыл бұрын
Diarrhea, heartburn, bloating, chafing, hangovers and weight gain? Sounds like a pretty typical day. I’m going to feel right at home on the ship!
@_LostAndFound_ Жыл бұрын
On my last cruise, not RC, we got up to the Adults-only pool at 730am lots of open chairs and tables. There were a few saved chairs. I parked the group and got breakfast, we are light eaters, we were next to some saved chairs.. it was after 2pm when they finally came. Rude!
@skeletor9121 Жыл бұрын
Happens on almost every cruise I’ve been on…18 and counting
@peacejoylove8542 Жыл бұрын
Stomach Formula by Lily of the Dessert is amazing for me and has drastically reduced the number of acid reflux episodes. Definitely taking the little travel size bottles with me during my Bermuda cruise in September ❤ and electrolyte powder packets definitely help me stay hydrated.and if youre drinking drinking try some tonics you can get at a local asian market. They come in mini bottles and work wonders. 😅
@rjl886 Жыл бұрын
I was sooo bloated on my last cruise after eating at Izumi the second night
@kathymoon13856 күн бұрын
Always keep hands CLEAN!!!!!
@mis5949 Жыл бұрын
I got a bad sunburn on my back and no one to put aloe on my back. I was worried about my nieces getting burnt and forgot to reapply the sunscreen.
@nailahshae30438 ай бұрын
awesome and common sense!!! tysm
@MainEventPoint Жыл бұрын
I bought Nexium for $20 lol I also realized you walk a LOT more on a cruise ship than you think. I just got off Oasis and i had TWO APPETIZERS every night. I also walked the crap out of myself every day. Total cancelling out LOL
@wendysoulliere1305 Жыл бұрын
Thank-u for posting
@viviennehickey3148 Жыл бұрын
Thanks Matt!
@omarytorres Жыл бұрын
Awesome video! Thank!!
@daynastithem3576 Жыл бұрын
Oh and yes port day if you have already been there and have nothing planned staying onboard and visiting the pool is a great relaxing day.
@Rohnn22338 ай бұрын
terrific tips
@sharonsteward-howell900 Жыл бұрын
I EAT ALOT O A CRUISE... I USUALLY LOSE ABOUT 5 POUND. I DO ALOT OF WALKING !!!😅
@AM-dr9qd Жыл бұрын
🤬People refilling their water bottle directly from the dispenser ignoring the sign.
@jameswilson5165 Жыл бұрын
😱Mat! Life Happens even on a Royal Caribbean ship?!? Oh, Nooooo! 😂 Also Sunburning! Consider a wide-brimmed hat. They really work! But be respectful of others when in crowded lines.
@hume6900 Жыл бұрын
Also, if your hat does have a wide brim make sure it has a tie or elastic for under your chin and USE IT. The brim can cause your hat to be blown off your head by a breeze. To this day I have a Tilley hat that is somewhere in the Caribbean as I had to remove my hat for some pictures with several parrots and when I put it back on I forgot to use the tie and while we were walking along a dock a strong breeze came along and whipped it off my head. Before I could catch it the thing ended up in the water well out of retrieval range. That was that hat’s first and last cruise. Lol.
@mary-ruthflores41076 ай бұрын
Digestive issues can center around a new water source. I would never drink from the bathroom spigot. Water storage tanks can be a problem. Drink bottled water, including when brushing your teeth
@StanleyLamar Жыл бұрын
First time cruisers should be mindful of wrinkled clothes because you can’t bring an iron. Use downy release on all your clothes on the first day or pay to have them ironed.
@bugwar5545 Жыл бұрын
Thanks.
@AJimenezHarper Жыл бұрын
How does one pay to have them ironed?
@StanleyLamar Жыл бұрын
@AJimenezHarper you'd use the laundry bag on your cabin and select what you want and your stateroom attendant will take the bag. It may take a day or 2.
@ModernMyths Жыл бұрын
Well, since you went with problems in the bathroom. Here's another that a lot of new cruisers don't realize. The bathrooms are small. There isn't a lot of space in your room bathrooms. The showers are tight, and all the toilets are half the size of normal ones. And when you are as big as me (6 foot 5 and sadly overweight) it does make it a little difficult to do much in them.
@bugwar5545 Жыл бұрын
Had no idea the toilets were sized for midgets.
@livingweirdestherc6644 Жыл бұрын
The toilet paper is awful and so is the shampoo and body wash
@carolynwilliams7414 Жыл бұрын
Bring your own soap. Personally, I am allergic. I always use my own soap.
@JClark26005 ай бұрын
@8:00 Hangovers... In high school I used to run a day surf camp for inlanders (you tourists) and although my friends and I thought it was funny to watch you struggle in 3 foot waves while learning to surf hungover, the company who paid us had a rule that we were to turn away anyone who was drunk or hungover. If you're dead set on water sports and need to rent gear, you may want to save that beer or booze till after because I have had to turn people away. I got paid by the hour so it was no problem for me.
@emiliebova3 ай бұрын
Chair hogs. On a cruise to Cuba a few years ago , the lounge chairs were all taken all day. I had to sit on the edge of the pool.
@joe0813 Жыл бұрын
To the chair hogs...... if I need a chair and you've been away from yours for an extended amount of time..... Im throwing your crap on the floor and taking your chair
@jamesjantz640011 ай бұрын
I bring a second deodorant stick with me on cruise ships and apply that one to my upper legs to counter chafing. It works well.
@Rors094 Жыл бұрын
"Damn it, Jackie I can't control the weather!"
@GregInHouston2 Жыл бұрын
On my last cruise, a passenger missed the ship at our first port so he flew to the next port to catch up with the ship. Only to find out the port was closed due to rough seas. I don't know what happened after that.
@bugwar5545 Жыл бұрын
OUCH!
@SwayPromo Жыл бұрын
lol damn
@GabrielSanchez-vm7es Жыл бұрын
Matt you forgot to mention about prescription medication if u run out
@cassandrafine6373 Жыл бұрын
Check your meds at least 2-3 weeks beforehand so you can refill as necessary!!!
@joa859320 күн бұрын
Why don't cruise ships use bidets? That is a luxury and solves the tp clog problem.
@Daz555Daz Жыл бұрын
Hangovers are for the weak! 😂 Seriously though, if you are on a drinks package drinking far too much can happen all too easily.
@frankiefo0ter Жыл бұрын
Highly recommend body glide for chafing ..worked amazing in Disney for me and me family.. It looks like a deodorant stick
@bibianto Жыл бұрын
The captain’s message at 6 am when we are entering port 🤬🤬🤬
@TheDakotaCruiser Жыл бұрын
Important fact: water resistant does NOT translate to waterproof. My wife and I applied water resistant sunscreen several times while in St. Maarten where we enjoyed the water at Maho Beach. She only got minor sunburns but since I was in the water more, I ended up with a severe burn that started to blister😢
@band35134 ай бұрын
take 2 caps of apple cider vinegar with water every night before bed and thank me in the morning.
@bridgetmurphyv Жыл бұрын
Bring pepto bismol
@stanrussell9956 Жыл бұрын
Only problem i have is weight gain. Usually round 10 pounds.. i eat like crazy
@nathelm Жыл бұрын
Outstanding list, except this is pretty much my daily life, except for the sea stuff. Alka-Seltzer! Settles your stomach and takes care of the dastardly hangover.
@TVHouseHistorian Жыл бұрын
Fortunately, I did not have to worry about heartburn or other digestive problems on my April cruise on the Harmony this year, as the included food was so bad, I didn’t get the chance to overeat. I’ll be doing my future bookings on either Virgin or HAL. So long, Royal 👋
@bugwar5545 Жыл бұрын
That is good news. You get to find out how bad the other lines are, and we don't have to hear your whining any more.
@TVHouseHistorian Жыл бұрын
@@bugwar5545 “How bad the other lines are?” Interesting… Celebrity was spot-on, HAL was spot on, Princess has been spot on, Norwegian has been spot on. Royal used to be great! What’s Royal’s problem now? …wait, what was your complaint again?
@bugwar5545 Жыл бұрын
@@TVHouseHistorian No complaint, just looking forward to your departure and the ensuing quiet.
@TVHouseHistorian Жыл бұрын
@@bugwar5545 don’t engage in the first place and you won’t hear a single thing from me 🤷♂️
@bugwar5545 Жыл бұрын
@@TVHouseHistorian Promises, promises.
@bowen2010 Жыл бұрын
Not the most pleasant topic, but any video with a @BigDawgRon AZ mention is well worth the watch! 😂
@carolynwilliams7414 Жыл бұрын
I prefer key card instead of the wristbands. Thanks for the news and tips.
@pattyford2228 Жыл бұрын
This last cruise we had the worst after effects! Nausea and tiredness for days after returning home! Usually 2 days but this time 4-5!
@avanulaneway8418 Жыл бұрын
covid
@carolynwilliams7414 Жыл бұрын
Are you sure you weren't sick with a bug ???
@pattyford2228 Жыл бұрын
@@carolynwilliams7414 no just exhausted! I think we didn’t get enough sleep and it caught up with us! Also, we were in the 2 story room and I think we experienced more motion when sleeping than a normal room.
@carolynwilliams7414 Жыл бұрын
@pattyford2228 good to know. I will think twice before booking one of those suites.
@pattyford2228 Жыл бұрын
@@carolynwilliams7414 we usually choose mid ship deck 11 or higher for less movement
@terrilee734 Жыл бұрын
How clean is the pool water
@bugwar5545 Жыл бұрын
About as clean as 6,000 people let it be.
@momof1576 Жыл бұрын
Don’t you get Dukoral and an antibiotic to take with you? I always do. I also take immodium.
@CoachMacdaddy Жыл бұрын
#8 all day 🤠
@ashleynbjohnson7623 Жыл бұрын
3 days until Allure of the Seas
@user-vz1ig2gz7t Жыл бұрын
Wife and I am on that one as well. Should have good weather!😁
@ashleynbjohnson7623 Жыл бұрын
@user-vz1ig2gz7t I hope so hi and hope to say in person
@bugwar5545 Жыл бұрын
So how was the trip?
@ashleynbjohnson7623 Жыл бұрын
@@bugwar5545 it was amazing 👏 I can not wait to sail again
@jamesthomas8370 Жыл бұрын
Just did my first cruise last week 15th-20th really enjoyed the cruise but not the ports, costa Maya and Cozumel were terrible we did not do excursions just walked around
@rachelf8454 Жыл бұрын
How can you legitimately say the ports are horrible if all you did was "walk around" and you didn't bother to go anywhere or do an excursion? I've been to Cozumel many times and there are a lot of fun things to do there and it has some of the best snorkling. In Costa Maya you could have taken a short cab ride to the beach, had some food/drinks, gone for a swim or had a beachside massage for $20.
@esciteach7997 Жыл бұрын
there is an advisory to not go to most Mexican Ports too
@skeletor9121 Жыл бұрын
@@rachelf8454 agree with you 100%. Cozumel is great for snorkeling or just hanging out at one of the resort beaches like Paradise or Mr Sanchos. Next time you are in Costa Maya take an excursion to one of the Mayan ruins. Fantastic history.
@MR3DDev Жыл бұрын
Most of these things you won't be prepared for if you only sit at home.
@emilyhumphreys6110 Жыл бұрын
So beautiful 👌🏻💯
@MercenaryTX Жыл бұрын
Sp many deck chairs that there wasn’t a problem. Windjammer table hogs different story. Should move their little tokens then watch unsuspecting eaters sit at the table and get yelled at. Now that’s entertainment. Also disembark day is total disaster.
@bugwar5545 Жыл бұрын
You had an issue with leaving the ship?
@billybob7088 Жыл бұрын
CHAIR HOGS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
@user-xu6xi3iq2w Жыл бұрын
I wrote a comment about kids pooping in the pool. They drained the pool multiple times. Pool is full of kids. Symphony of the Sea's. No response.
@user-xu6xi3iq2w Жыл бұрын
I went in a pool after a kid pooped. The people next 2 the pool told me 2 get out. No staff available. I finally asked staff and they said take a shower. Really?
@user-xu6xi3iq2w Жыл бұрын
2nd time cruising on that ship.
@user-xu6xi3iq2w Жыл бұрын
Thanks Matt. No response.
@j.j.5073 Жыл бұрын
The title should be: First world problems while on vacation 😂
@bobslydell8063 ай бұрын
Every comment, every video, adds to my conviction to get out of yet another cruise on the USS Busybody, The doublewide of the sea.
@insidethebnb Жыл бұрын
What about laundry, crime, and security: How is that taken care of?
@Camish911 Жыл бұрын
For what it's worth- I had laundry done on my RC cruise last month. Left the laundry bag in my room and my room attendant collected it from there. When it was done he returned it to my room. I discovered little easily removed sticker tags on all my items with my deck/room number which answered the question of how they avoid mixing people's clothes up.
@jamesb.8201 Жыл бұрын
Chair hog here… Until Royal creates a place where we can store our stuff while we are in the pool all day, that chair is mine…
@RoyalCaribbeanBlog Жыл бұрын
I don't think that's being a chair hog. A chair hog is someone that reserves a chair, then goes to bed or eat or somewhere else
@jamesb.8201 Жыл бұрын
@@RoyalCaribbeanBlog unfortunately, many people feel like if you aren’t actively sitting in the chair, then you are a chair hog.
@bugwar5545 Жыл бұрын
@@jamesb.8201 That is because you are.
@IAmMzJess Жыл бұрын
I was on freedom of the Seas last august and they didn't have anywhere to purchase toiletries :(
@ClassicallyMish Жыл бұрын
I eat street food all the time and never get sick
@esciteach7997 Жыл бұрын
same here in NYC: all my life . . . .body builds up resistance and/or you can catch a germ anywhere (school, church , movies, work, workout places . . .)
@bugwar5545 Жыл бұрын
Can't wait till you graduate to road kill. That outta step up your metabolism.
@cruisecrazy7066 Жыл бұрын
Bring a portable bidet, then you don't need toilet paper.
@shannh672429 күн бұрын
Why would you or anyone else want to walk around with a wet behind?!