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You will not find outlets by the bed or in the bathroom (other than a shavers-only outlet — look up by the mirror as it's not easy to spot). If you've been on other ships in the fleet, please note that the Promenade on Independence of the Seas does not stage parades or concerts. A few themed parties were listed on the daily schedule, but usually it meant that a DJ was playing louder-than-normal music with nothing else special going on.
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SAIL FROM THE SPACE COAST
He segues into a Trump impression and then Biden falling asleep at the microphone, which gets the most laughs. As I fall asleep that night, I realize another connection I have failed to make, and one that may explain some of the diversity on this vessel—many of its passengers have served in the military. Pinnacles, it is explained to me over translucent cantaloupe, have sailed with Royal Caribbean for 700 ungodly nights.
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Mr. Disney loved cruising, and most Disney Cruise Line cast members (employees) think he would have loved Disney Cruise Line. Moreover, there are two additional shower-only bathrooms (the same as you'd see in standard accommodations). The 810-square-foot private balcony is a destination in its own right and is outfitted with a hot tub, teak dining set (table and chairs) and padded loungers. Note that there are also "spacious" interior cabins on Independence of the Seas.
bars & lounges
As I walk down the streets of Charlotte Amalie in my fluorescent Icon of the Seas cap, an old Rastafarian stares me down. In keeping with the aquatic theme, I attend a show at the AquaDome. To the sound of “Live and Let Die,” a man in a harness gyrates to and fro in the sultry air. I saw something very similar in the back rooms of the famed Berghain club in early-aughts Berlin. Soon another harnessed man is gyrating next to the first. But the show soon devolves into the usual Marvel-film-grade nonsense, with too much light and sound signifying nichts.
Independence of the Seas Features and Activities
With that said, Royal Caribbean’s Independence of the Seas is still over a decade old, and some of the cabins and bathrooms are looking their age in terms of decor and in-cabin fixtures and fittings. The ship’s atrium is also somewhat less impressive than those in the larger Royal Caribbean cruise liners. The table below will help you understand what you might spend onboard a Royal Caribbean ship. Mainstream cruise lines cater to a variety of guests, hoping to provide something for everyone. These typically cost about $100 - $350 per person per day. The Royal Caribbean Independence of the Seas has a total of 3 pools and 7 hot tubs.
Balcony
They can also use the concierge that's on call to book shore excursions, dining reservations and spa appointments. There is also a private suites-only sun deck, with lovely views over the ship toward Sky Pad and Perfect Storm. Independence of the Seas offers plenty of restaurant and bar choices, especially since it's currently sailing short cruises. It has a good mix of free and extra-fee, casual and fancy dining options.
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In its July 2007 interim report to shareholders, Star Cruises Limited (the parent company of NCL) disclosed it had sold the Oceanic, but did not name the buyer. Less than an hour from Orlando’s world-famous amusement parks, Port Canaveral is nestled on what’s known as Florida’s Space Coast. You’ll find over 72 miles of pristine coastline to explore here plus some of the best surfing in the region, making it a great spot to spend a few days before or after your cruise vacation. The new Independence of the Seas® is loaded with surprises to thrill even the boldest weekend warriors. Launch yourself into a virtual world on a new bungee trampoline experience — Sky Pad®. Hang ten on the FlowRider® surf simulator or race down The Perfect Storm℠ waterslides.
Some are included in the cost of the cruise, while others have an additional charge.
You'll be assigned a table location based on your group size and dining time selection. A two-door closet looked small but had ample hanging space for two people on a three-night cruise, plus five shelves and a safe tucked into the corner. I appreciated the full-length mirror and metal hooks by the door for hanging jackets or hats.
As an immigrant, I feel duty-bound to complete the tasks I am paid for, which means reaching out and trying to understand my fellow cruisers. So I put on a normal James Perse T-shirt and headed for one of the bars on the Royal Promenade—the Schooner Bar, it was called, if memory serves correctly. It's a kiddie water play area complete with junior slides, water sprayers and a dump bucket that soaks everyone nearby, a shallow swimming pool and a separate play area for tots in swim diapers.
I've been loving going to bars on ships like Carnival Celebration and Oceania's Vista and checking out all the creative drink options. Related to my point above, I never felt that "trapped in a crowd" feeling at the buffet. But the size of the venue and the station layout (versus one long buffet line) meant that people could move freely and select their dishes without waiting in slow-moving queues.
Eat all the pizza you want; it's included in your cruise fare. Cheese and pepperoni are always available, with a third flavor that changes daily. You can always request vegetarian, gluten-free or dairy-free pizzas to be made special for you. The third specialty restaurant Izumi is tucked away in an easily missed spot on Deck 4 by the Schooner Bar. It's got five hibachi tables that can seat up to 10 people each.
A lot of thought went into the last refurbishment, and it really shows, giving Indy a fresh, contemporary feel, as well as cutting-edge (Sky Pad) and on-trend (puzzle break, laser tag arena), new features. 1 of the pools and 2 of the hot tubs are adults only. Alcohol is not included in the base price of this cruise ship. To see if you would save money with a drink package, try our Drink Package Calculator. Before the cruise is finished, I talk to Mr. Washy Washy, or Nielbert of the Philippines.
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