The Icon of the Seas is the biggest, boldest, and most over-the-top cruise ship ever built. After spending 7 days onboard, we have a lot to say.
This ship is packed with record-breaking thrills, jaw-dropping entertainment, and more dining options than we could fit into one sailing. But for everything it gets right, there’s one BIG problem we didn’t see coming.
In this honest review, we break down what truly impressed us, what caught us off guard, and why some cruisers are obsessed (while others are seriously conflicted). Whether you’re thinking about booking or just curious what the hype is about, this video is your inside look at what it’s really like to sail the Icon.
So… is the Icon of the Seas the future of cruising or something entirely different?
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Family at Sea chronicles the cruising adventures of our family of four as we set sail across the globe aboard different cruise ships and cruise lines, including MSC, Disney Cruise Lines (DCL), Norwegian Cruise Line (NCL), Princess Cruises, Celebrity Cruises, Carnival Cruises, Royal Caribbean Cruise Line (RCCL), P&O, Explora Journeys, Costa, Margaritaville at Sea, and more!
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00:00 Intro
01:43 Marketing vs Reality
05:28 The Big Problem
09:43 Who Is It For?