Is Icon of the Seas My Favorite Royal Caribbean Ship Now?

When you compare the two newest and biggest cruise ships in the world, why would Icon of the Seas stand ahead of Wonder? I sailed on both recently and share why Icon breaks the mold.

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[TheDuoMom]

New elevator system was the BEST!! This is a game changer for the cruise lines.

[thepokemonguy]

We just went on the wonder of the seas and I loved it!

[lisab]

I did not expect I would like Icon as much as I do. Being an older, solo cruiser I thought Icon would be too family focused. However she is now my favorite ship! Between Pearl Cafe, Aqua Dome and the comfortable outdoor seating on deck 4 - I love it!

[hailyconroy]

We love your videos Matt! Keep up the great work! So excited for our liberty of the seas to Bermuda, 49 days away!

[sl]

Thank you, Matt.
Good to have so many of the differences between the two ships explained.

[isntitlovely]

Icon was just fantastic!!! They took all of the good about previous ships and made it even better! Favorites - Aquadome & Market, all the seating/chairs looking out to ocean, pools split up, Pearl cafe. You could tell they took all the best staff and entertainers. Everything about it was truly awesome! ⚓

[dennisdiede]

After this November I will give you MY opinion as I always loved Wonder and will be sailing Icon. Love your walk through. Happy Sailing 🤣

[edvaira]

Here is the Giant “But…” that eliminates this ship from my being able to consider it…IT IS PRICED AT TWO TO THREE TIMES THE COST of even WONDER…It looks Wonderful…but I just could NOT ever pull this off, unless this ever gets SERIOUSLY more affordable…

[Reeltime]

I have been on both Wonder and Icon. Icon is an absolute home run!

[williamA]

Matt I'm going on both very soon, thanks for the comparison

[izzytheminigoldendoodle]

Going on utopia with family in August your vlog sare really helpful new subscriber

[desireemckinney]

Hi Matt! Love your channel and tips! Can you please do a video on how to plan your days on icon with little kids! :) thank you!

[QualityChildcare]

I was on the Icon February. It's now my favorite ship. A couple of my favorite areas, was the Overlook and Pearl Cafe. I'm going to book the Wonder of the Sea for next year.

[jimroscovius]

We were on the Wonder just last week, and loved Playmakers!! The onion rings were the best, and the free games were cool. We ended up there a few times.

[RizzyRenzo]

First, I want to say I love your content. I had the opportunity to take a picture with you on the icon getting off the elevators. For me, the elevators are amazing, well thought out, and executed. The Wizard of Oz is my favorite show to date. I do agree that the baskets in the room are not great, and I don't like the setup of going through playmakers to get to the ice skating rink. I'm going on the wonder of the seas next April. So, I'm going to see how that ship is.

[nancystarkey]

THANK YOU FOR THE VIDEO...GOOD IMFORMATION

[EastwoodCommunity]

My first RCL ship was the Freedom. I immediately declared myself loyal to Royal. I was so impressed with the features and layout. I have truly enjoyed the Oasis class ships and have been on the Serenade. I definitely plan on going on the Freedom again (or that class). The Oasis class is great and has amazing things to do, but it is very crowded. I plan on sailing on the Icon at some point and look forward to it, but we will see how crowded it feels.

[elizabethmahoney]

Spent 2 weeks on both Wonder and Icon.
Icon is my favorite! Icon is awesome!
Matt love your video and coverage!

[kristengabbard]

Isn’t Utopia the 6th oasis class ship?

1.Oasis
2.Allure
3. Harmony
4. Symphony
5. Wonder

No?

[tammifitzgerald]

I haven't been on either of these ships yet, but I am leaning towards Wonder after seeing this, I like the tranquility in the solarium and not the party vibe on Hideaway. It would be great if the destination elevator s could be added to some of the other Oasis class ships.