My HONEST Review Of Utopia Of The Seas | The World’s Newest & 2nd Largest Cruise Ship

About this Video

• Video Title: My HONEST Review Of Utopia Of The Seas | The World’s Newest & 2nd Largest Cruise Ship
• Channel: The Shiplife
• Speakers: The speaker's name is not explicitly mentioned in the transcript.
• Duration: 00:17:25

Introduction

This video provides an honest review of the Royal Caribbean's Utopia of the Seas, the world's newest and second-largest cruise ship. The reviewer, a travel agent, shares their experience on a pre-launch "shakedown" cruise, highlighting both positive and negative aspects of the ship and its features.

Key Takeaways

• Ship Facts: Utopia of the Seas cost $1.1 billion to build, is the sixth Oasis-class ship from Royal Caribbean, and holds over 5600 passengers at full capacity (7000 including crew). It has 18 decks, 23 bars, 10 pools, and new/expanded suites and bars. Notable features include a surfing simulator, Aqua Theater, ice skating rink, and the tallest drop slide at sea.
• Positive Aspects: The new "Pesky Parrot" bar is a visually appealing hangout spot. The Royal Promenade has familiar favorites like Starbucks and a Latin club. Ocean view balcony cabins are described as functional, technologically advanced, and cozy. New destination elevators expedite travel between decks. The "All In" production show in the Royal Theater is praised for its choreography, effects, and use of drones. The food is considered delicious, with options ranging from the main dining room to the Windjammer buffet. The expanded Adventure Ocean kids' area and the new Royal Railway are highlighted.
• Negative Aspects: Noise from Central Park and galley areas near some cabins could be problematic for light sleepers. The Aqua 82 show in the Aqua Theater is deemed boring, lacking the intensity of similar shows on other Royal Caribbean ships. The short duration of the 3-4 night sailings makes it difficult to experience everything on board. The overall party atmosphere, while intended, may need refinement to provide a better central gathering point for partygoers. Cabin walls are perceived as thinner than on other ships, leading to increased noise transfer.