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Brittany has covered cruising professionally for more than a decade. She embarked on a world cruise as a college student aboard Semester at Sea, and never stopped sailing. Formerly a Cruise Critic editor, Brittany now writes about ships and their many destinations for various industry and consumer outlets. She is a lifelong resident of the Jersey Shore.

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Welcome Aboard! We are Don and Heidi, the husband and wife travel team behind EatSleepCruise.com. We took our first cruise vacation together 17 years ago and have been hooked ever since. Follow along as we share our expert travel tips, cruise reviews, information on ports of call, and the latest cruise news to help you plan the ultimate cruise vacation. Are you ready to embark on your journey to “sea the world, one port at a time”?

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💲Save BIG with MEI-Travel cruise deals: https://bookmeicruise.com/?apid=escy 🌎Save Up to 40% On Shore Excursions: https://www.shoreexcursionsgroup.com/?id=1603014 Get an exclusive first look at Royal Caribbean's Star of the Seas, the world's largest cruise ship and newest addition to the Icon class fleet! We sailed on a preview cruise to bring you everything you need to know about this record-breaking vessel before your own sailing. 🚢 What Makes Star of the Seas Special: Star of the Seas shares the same impressive specs as her sister ship Icon of the Seas - over 248,000 gross tons, 8 unique neighborhoods, 20 decks, and more than 40 food and beverage venues. But this world's largest cruise ship brings exciting new features and enhancements that set her apart. 🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more travel hacks, cruise reviews, and insider tips. https://www.youtube.com/c/EatSleepCruise1 Note, we were guests of the cruise line, but all opinions are our own. Royal Caribbean Star of the Seas 0:00 First Look Star of the Seas Royal Caribbean 1:00 New Dining on Star of the Seas 3:50 Entertainment on Star of the Seas 5:10 The Pool Decks on Star of the Seas 9:45 Lincoln Park Supper Club 13:00 All the Neighborhoods on Royal Caribbean Star of the Seas 15:18 Meet Sailor the Chief Dog Officer 🍽️ NEW Dining Experiences on Royal Caribbean Star of the Seas Enhanced AquaDome Market with brand-new food stalls including Pig Out BBQ, Mai Thai, La Cocinita, Feta Mediterranean, and Creme de la Crepe Pearl Café replacing Café Promenade with upgraded grab-and-go options and premium sandwiches Streamlined Base Camp menu featuring the best burger on the ship - the complimentary smashburger Lincoln Park Supper Club bringing Chicago glamour to replace Empire Supper Club's New York theme 🎭 Entertainment That Wows: Star of the Seas debuts "Back to the Future: The Musical" - the hit Broadway show adapted for sea with the largest orchestra in the Royal Caribbean fleet! Plus new shows "Torque" in the AquaDome and "Sol" in Absolute Zero featuring incredible ice skating performances. 🏊 Enhanced Pool Experiences: Discover 7 unique pools including the suspended infinity pool at The Hideaway, Royal Caribbean's first swim-up bar at Swim and Tonic, the record-breaking Royal Bay Pool, and an additional 10th hot tub for more relaxation options. 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Friendly Upgrades: The Surfside neighborhood now accommodates families with children up to age 10 (expanded from age 6), featuring enhanced Splashaway Bay, reimagined Water's Edge pool, and the iconic carousel. 🎢 Thrill Island Adventures: Experience the complimentary Category 6 waterpark with 5 unique water slides, FlowRider surf simulator, rock climbing at Adrenaline Peak, 9-hole Lost Dunes mini golf, and pickleball on the massive sports court. 🏘️ 8 Neighborhoods to Explore: From the grand Royal Promenade with its stunning Pearl architectural feature to the lush Central Park with 20% more greenery than Oasis class ships, Star of the Seas offers something for every cruiser. 🐕 Meet Sailor, Star of the Seas' Chief Dog Officer and second golden retriever ambassador in the Royal Caribbean fleet! Whether you're comparing Star of the Seas vs Icon of the Seas or planning your first Icon class cruise, this comprehensive ship tour covers dining, entertainment, pools, activities, and accommodations across all neighborhoods. Royal Caribbean Star of the Seas begins regular sailings from Port Canaveral, offering Caribbean itineraries on this incredible world's largest cruise ship. Don't miss our detailed review of what makes this vessel the ultimate family vacation destination! Learn All About Royal Caribbean Star of the Seas Back on the Blog https://eatsleepcruise.com/star-of-the-seas-vs-icon-of-the-seas/ ---TRENDING VIDEOS FROM EAT SLEEP CRUISE------ How Much Does A Royal Caribbean Cruise Cost: https://youtu.be/2RcpjhOMLuc The Best New Cruise Ships Coming in 2025: https://youtu.be/E4HDzQJZbaw The Cruise Rip-offs Cruisers Never Pay For On a Cruise: https://youtu.be/cjbKOLTVStQ 31 Cruise Embarkation Day Mistakes: https://youtu.be/6MHk9_3YbmM Join us on Social Media as we “Sea the World, One Port at a Time.” Instagram: https://instagram.com/EatSleepCruise Facebook: https://facebook.com/EatSleepCruise Twitter: https://twitter.com/EatSleepCruise TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@UCEWq5SMTt-0nSCQZLMhoFHA Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/EatSleepCruise Promotional video courtesy of Royal Caribbean #StarOfTheSeas #RoyalCaribbean #WorldsLargestCruiseShip #IconClass #CruiseShip #CruiseReview #CruiseShipTour #PortCanaveral #CaribbeanCruise #FamilyCruise #CruiseVacation #BackToTheFuture #CruiseLife #TravelReview #CruiseTips
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