Midnight Balloon Drop! New Year's Eve on the Royal Promenade - Royal Caribbean Cruise Vlog

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  • Опубликовано: 30 мар 2023
  • Today Freedom of the Seas docks at Perfect Day at CocoCay, we try the kayaking excursion, talk about the best cruise food, then count down New Year's Eve onboard Freedom of the Seas.
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Комментарии • 127

  • @SteveBoyer10
    @SteveBoyer10 Год назад +3

    This video is great as usual, but the best part is the guy in the background disappearing at 23:51

  • @OrdinaryAdventures
    @OrdinaryAdventures Год назад +3

    Playmakers cookie deserves to be in the Hall Of Fame

    • @Views-And-Queues
      @Views-And-Queues  Год назад +1

      Yeah we probably should have added it, I guess we need to try it again for research! 😆

  • @TexDaddyAl
    @TexDaddyAl Год назад +9

    Brian I thought for sure you were going to propose to Kerry at midnight - I guess I’ll have to wait for next year.

    • @edvaira6891
      @edvaira6891 Год назад +3

      One of these days….hey, Maybe…Kerry will be the brave one!

  • @thehungrymuppet
    @thehungrymuppet Год назад +4

    Y’all did better than your anticipated timeline of not posting this video until well into 2023! 😂 Also, I’m so proud of Kerry for facing her fears and going kayaking again. The Kayak Spider Incident would’ve scarred me for life.

  • @lamareaton
    @lamareaton Год назад +4

    I never wanted to take a cruise before until I watched this!!! First time I ever watched this channel I have to say I like it a lot!!! Keep up the great work!

  • @themiddleones11
    @themiddleones11 Год назад +1

    Sadly I'm not going on any cruise in 2023 😭
    Excited for 9 night Alaska on disney in 2024 though

  • @Theofficialsammy.
    @Theofficialsammy. 3 месяца назад

    Finally found the origin story behind the hall of fame!

  • @susancrockett6132
    @susancrockett6132 Год назад +2

    Yaaa!!! A new video! 🙌🏻 How exciting to ring in the New Year while cruising! 🎉 love your food HOF idea - notes are being taken for first cruise!

  • @mistybethune9116
    @mistybethune9116 Год назад +1

    wow ill prob graduate in dec and i so want to take a cruise as a graduation gif to myself this makes me want to consider a new years cruise

  • @Dwlsh
    @Dwlsh Год назад +2

    Can't wait to get off work so my wife and I can watch this video together!

  • @milomoon3856
    @milomoon3856 Год назад +3

    Love your cruise vlogs! You should do a day in your life vlog, you two are a hoot!

  • @Neon_Sasquatch
    @Neon_Sasquatch Год назад +2

    New video day is the best day of the week!!!!!

  • @TheMainStreetDuo
    @TheMainStreetDuo Год назад +1

    We love the variety of countdown celebrations they had available on the ship. One day we will try that chicken sandwich. Thanks for doing the heavy lifting for us all so we can know which food reigns supreme on the different ships! Love that Brian’s parents were on the next ship over 😂

  • @sambee21
    @sambee21 Год назад

    Just saw y’all on OA’s Flower and Garden video. Now you’ve given me a double treat! Thanks for sharing 😊

  • @nah408
    @nah408 Год назад +2

    Lets goooo, im so glad you guys are taking advantage of your steam.
    The algorithm loves consistency
    Road to 100K

  • @davidyoung6891
    @davidyoung6891 Год назад +1

    I enjoy your video I think you kids are a fun couple and informative
    Keep up the good work

  • @sarahhollywood3811
    @sarahhollywood3811 Год назад

    You both always look wonderful. Something you can't buy. Something from within shines out and it's beautiful.

  • @MissiontoParadise
    @MissiontoParadise 5 месяцев назад

    New Years Eve cruise is such a cool idea!! What a way to ring in the New Year!

  • @charlenemorton8779
    @charlenemorton8779 Год назад

    Brilliant idea on the cruise food hall of fame :)

  • @jfsmith2003
    @jfsmith2003 6 месяцев назад

    LOL, love this… I hadn’t got to where you announced that you made the website, lo&behold, our fave cruise couple, Views & Queues

  • @FloridaBergantinos
    @FloridaBergantinos Год назад +1

    I'm disappointed not to find Key Lime Pie on the list! I'm sure it's just cause it's something you can't get on the ship (unless you had so much in such a short time that you just aren't ready to even think about pie yet), but you experienced it from a cruise just like the Shack Chicken Sandwich. I think *someone* needs to make a scratch off board of favorite foods. ;-)

  • @NarrativeEscapes
    @NarrativeEscapes 3 месяца назад

    It's been a while since this video dropped so I am probably not the first to say it but...
    ...the gold jacket is lit!

  • @amycampbell113
    @amycampbell113 Год назад +1

    So glad I found your channel a couple of weeks ago! Love your content

  • @cbird10062
    @cbird10062 Год назад

    I was on the Independence for New Years Eve! Awesome to see it from another vantage point!

  • @jessicaturner4054
    @jessicaturner4054 Год назад

    I love that you actually made the website! Definitely using this in the future!

  • @sandraoettle1476
    @sandraoettle1476 Год назад +7

    Awww! You guys talk an introverted game but secretly you are exploratory extroverts at heart. Kerry, thank you for braving a panic attack and getting yourself into the crowd! I appreciate the action shot. And Brian, you are spot-on when the video was released. Lol. Spring really should be considered the start of the New Year lol
    P.S. it's FUN to see both of you in fancy dress. Love it. You both looked marvelous.✨✨✨

    • @Views-And-Queues
      @Views-And-Queues  Год назад +3

      We were so backed up on videos, but we’re catching up! (slowly) Only 9 vlogs behind now 😅 Freedom Day 3, Liberty 1-3, & Symphony 1-5
      Glad you liked our outfits!

    • @MattyBEightyThree
      @MattyBEightyThree Год назад

      Yes agreed and navy blue is not at all a faux pas on NYE. Or any other time for that matter.

  • @kirksweitzer9148
    @kirksweitzer9148 Год назад

    Another great video. The Cruise Food HoF is a great idea. Agree that RC's MDR food has to wait with the new menus.

  • @brittanyedwards6043
    @brittanyedwards6043 Год назад

    Fun video! In regards to the Disney vs Royal food, I personally like that Disney’s food is mostly all included. Sometimes it feels like other cruise lines make their main dining food kinda blah so it forces you to go to the specialty restaurants.

  • @cleiderivera4731
    @cleiderivera4731 3 месяца назад

    37:02 the Poseidon in real life 🌊🛳️

  • @jamesgardner578
    @jamesgardner578 Год назад

    The mantra kinda like comedian Jon Pinette when he was workin out ravioli and a nap!!!

  • @MatteoPlaytime
    @MatteoPlaytime Год назад +2

    Wooohoo! Videos are coming quicker, keep it up

  • @sblarock
    @sblarock Год назад

    Just went to the site. You both are awesome. The chicken parm from Palo is amazing, but the filet at Palo is amazing as well.

  • @lisaekern5231
    @lisaekern5231 Год назад

    Great video 🎉❤ thanks for sharing.

  • @annettecontreras-pr9oy
    @annettecontreras-pr9oy Год назад

    I’ve been a sub to ur channel for close to 4 months I’ve gotta be honest I’ve went back in forth from ur channel and a view others. I’m happy to say although I’ve enjoyed the other ones ur channel is by far one of my favorites Please continue to bring ur awesome commentary cause I’ll defiantly be watching. Safe travels 🥰🥰🥰

  • @adamsaldana5462
    @adamsaldana5462 Год назад

    He is 100% spot on with the chops croutons. I said it both times i went there

  • @erincoons6010
    @erincoons6010 Год назад +1

    I feel like there should be a top tier for foods… death row last supper. I mean if you are debating killing for something. 😂

  • @car_tar3882
    @car_tar3882 5 месяцев назад

    No days at sea in 23 but have 4 scheduled this year on symphony and hopefully a few more for the summer

  • @teslatalk42069
    @teslatalk42069 Год назад

    Bring the Heat!!!

  • @WillyDays9999
    @WillyDays9999 Год назад +1

    Gonna be on odyssey of the seas feb 23 2025 celebrating 32nd birthday 😂 2 years to go 🎉

  • @thankyoumisterspell
    @thankyoumisterspell Год назад

    Patiently waiting for the Views and Queues Community Cruise

  • @Tarkus7
    @Tarkus7 Год назад

    Please tell us how good the turkey dinner was. The more detail, the better. I'd love it if you'd always described and rated your meals. Love your chemistry.

  • @edvaira6891
    @edvaira6891 Год назад

    I’ve done New Years in Times Square (1989 and 1993) and on the Las Vegas Strip (1997) and YOUR ship’s Promenade looked WAY more cramped! Just looked uncomfortable…. This was a nice video…thanks once again for sharing!

  • @randytroxell4974
    @randytroxell4974 Год назад

    As for the trivia, looked up the cinderellas shoe question, it depends if you’re referring to the animated or live action movie!

  • @jje6619
    @jje6619 Год назад

    The Office is the Best!!!!!!

  • @travels_and_tranquility
    @travels_and_tranquility Год назад +1

    Dinner time question: When we were on Adventure we saw people posting about personal events/activities for others to join outside the card room. Have you ever participated in any of those events/activities? Or have you seen people participate in them? Love your channel!

  • @David_Canada557
    @David_Canada557 Год назад

    Suggestion for cruise food hall of fame, add the restaurant to each of these of food so we can know where to go and try it, like you done with Key Lime Pie 😊🎉

  • @ksessa1010
    @ksessa1010 Год назад

    Happy New Year

  • @KylesCaptures
    @KylesCaptures Год назад

    We love the office too! I have a trivia question for both of you 😂
    What color was Meredith’s dress when she flashed everyone?

  • @ktparrett9258
    @ktparrett9258 Год назад

    Love the vlog! It has been forever since we have done a new years cruise! My husband and I met on a carnival cruise when we were 14 and 16. It was right around new years. I think we need to get on another NYE cruise! Btw thanks for answering my question! Love to hear all the feedback!

    • @Views-And-Queues
      @Views-And-Queues  Год назад

      Thanks for the question! Wow that’s awesome you met on a cruise!

  • @haleyrexford8375
    @haleyrexford8375 Год назад

    Hear me out, the main dining room french onion soup. It's all I've thought about since getting off the ship. 😂

    • @Views-And-Queues
      @Views-And-Queues  Год назад +1

      We tried the French onion soup on Symphony of the Seas (the next series we’re going to upload) and had the same reaction! It is soooo delicious 😋

  • @patleppla3540
    @patleppla3540 Год назад

    Loved watching this video does your stateroom attendant come to your room

  • @kaylajenai7
    @kaylajenai7 10 месяцев назад

    Have you all done a Virgin Voyages cruise yet??? Blows every other cruise line out of the water food wise

  • @caradeeks6805
    @caradeeks6805 Год назад

    Fab vlog as always 😀
    What is the small camera called that you use? It's so tiny, I love it!

  • @teslatalk42069
    @teslatalk42069 Год назад

    I was waiting for the rogue wave to take the ship over when the countdown hit zero. It never happened. ha

  • @borenkd
    @borenkd Год назад

    So many videos this week ❤️

    • @And-py4cs
      @And-py4cs Год назад

      That noisy girl behind you was making me laugh

  • @jo-annhareide7840
    @jo-annhareide7840 Год назад

    Dinner question. Would you ever do a group cruise? We would love to cruise with you!!

  • @mariangomz7919
    @mariangomz7919 9 месяцев назад

    Kerry: It’s perfect
    Brian: …day 😅😅

  • @Cooper-kk4uk
    @Cooper-kk4uk Год назад

    Great vlog you will have to go on more cruise lines to get a true hall of fame.Princess are meant to be best pizza at sea.

  • @RomanRoblox1
    @RomanRoblox1 6 месяцев назад

    next time you do that, watch Poseidon (2006) or The Poseidon Adventure.

  • @smallbirdbrain
    @smallbirdbrain Год назад

    Playmakers wings!!!

    • @Views-And-Queues
      @Views-And-Queues  Год назад +1

      we can’t remember but we don’t think we’ve had those yet! I guess we need to book another cruise so we can try it

  • @johnbennett3681
    @johnbennett3681 Год назад +1

    Not sure I agree with the JI burger….lol. Now I’m hungry, could go for some playmakers.

  • @travisk1518
    @travisk1518 Год назад

    Suggestions: Add drinks to your website!!! Also, add cruise line logos on the photo or title of each item. Keep up the awesome content!

  • @jeffheather1239
    @jeffheather1239 Год назад +1

    Campfire cookie at playmakers is a huge miss from the hall of fame!

    • @Views-And-Queues
      @Views-And-Queues  Год назад +1

      it really might have been, we need to try it again!

  • @jrichards3766
    @jrichards3766 9 месяцев назад

    Do you guys think you’ll ever try virgin voyages?

  • @sharewhatdayistoday
    @sharewhatdayistoday Год назад

    Pepe's Key Lime Pie for Hall of Fame? Does it qualify............. Ray & Sue Amato love your shows. We have binge watched from 1st show and almost caught up.

  • @davidyoung6891
    @davidyoung6891 Год назад

    I have a question
    When you kids were on Disney the stairs were different colors is that on every ship or only Disney?

  • @JenniferKern-du7cw
    @JenniferKern-du7cw Год назад

    Hi there! We just finished up watching one of your videos! At the end while back at home, you had a RC board and scratched off ships you've been on. Where did you get it!?!? Thanks, and we love your channel!!!

    • @Views-And-Queues
      @Views-And-Queues  Год назад

      we make them and sell them on etsy! www.etsy.com/listing/984490829/

  • @HannahSaint-dp2fe
    @HannahSaint-dp2fe Год назад

    Hello how is the cruise ship and what is it like to be the new person on the cruise ship I never went on a cruise

  • @KylesCaptures
    @KylesCaptures Год назад +1

    Dinner time question: if you could make your perfect cruise day what would it be: (ship, excursion, port, meals, weather, etc!)

  • @kathyleigh207
    @kathyleigh207 Год назад

    I'm on Mariner for my first cruise soon and have booked kayaking at Coco Cay. Did they have single kayaks? i saw an older video where they did so I'm hoping that's still the case. I have 3 weeks to build my paddling muscles up 🤣 (love that you literally passed like ships in the night with your parents)

    • @Views-And-Queues
      @Views-And-Queues  Год назад +1

      We think they had a few single kayaks there. Hope you have a great cruise!

  • @jcshaves
    @jcshaves Год назад

    It was so wrong I was working out on the treadmill while you discussed all the food for your HOF. Did it cancel my work out? I don’t think it works that way. Feel free to use the calories I burned for your next cruise. Have an extra scoop of ice cream or something.

  • @sarahhollywood3811
    @sarahhollywood3811 Год назад

    Where are we going on the honeymoon cruise?

  • @seanwiley862
    @seanwiley862 Год назад +1

    I was surprised to hear the food comparison takes. I’d say Disney has the edge in main dining food quality. Overall Royal has better speciality dining even though I’d say palo blows any royal speciality out of the water.
    But everyone has their own opinions. Love the channel and keep it up!

    • @Views-And-Queues
      @Views-And-Queues  Год назад +2

      We do think we need to try more Disney cruises to get a better sample size. The food on the Wish was definitely better than the Dream, but we know it can vary sometimes if there’s newbie cooks or something

  • @CreedBratt0n
    @CreedBratt0n Год назад

    I know Giovanni’s table was tabled, but do you guys have any recommendations from there? I’ll be on Indy soon and doing a lunch at Giovanni’s table!

    • @Views-And-Queues
      @Views-And-Queues  Год назад +1

      The Bolognese is really good. Also on Allure they had a Gnocchi that was amazing but not sure if it was a special that night

  • @sarahhollywood3811
    @sarahhollywood3811 Год назад

    When will have cruising with Kerry and Brian and the kids?

  • @demejj870
    @demejj870 Год назад

    Traveling on FOS in July & came across your videos. I’m enjoying this series & I think the wife is funny. Never tried Eggs Benedict because I’m not really sure about the hollandaise sauce, but you’ve intrigued me. One question my hubby & I want to ask, is what are those black things u have around your necks?

    • @Views-And-Queues
      @Views-And-Queues  Год назад +1

      We wear those lanyards to hold camera equipment for our videos

  • @sarahhollywood3811
    @sarahhollywood3811 Год назад

    Will we have the brownies at the wedding?

  • @Michellesalot
    @Michellesalot Год назад

    Cost comparison if you’re paying for all those speciality restaurants and drink packages which comes out cheaper Disney or royal

    • @Views-And-Queues
      @Views-And-Queues  Год назад

      Royal for sure! Disney cruises are at least double the price of Royal

  • @valeriecorn3316
    @valeriecorn3316 Год назад +1

    What Cruise and ship do you suggest for first time cruiser. It would be myself I am 51 and my daughter is 21. We love food, singing and dancing shows, comedians. Spas, pools the beach. We usually are not big Partiers or drinkers.

    • @pathtologos1
      @pathtologos1 Год назад +2

      Try one of the Oasis class ships and make sure you see a water show...blow your mind.

    • @Views-And-Queues
      @Views-And-Queues  Год назад +2

      we agree, Oasis class is perfect for a first cruise!

  • @andrew117_
    @andrew117_ Год назад

    HOF nominee. The carbonara at Giovanis Table.

    • @andrew117_
      @andrew117_ Год назад

      And the campfire cookie!

  • @stevenm06
    @stevenm06 Год назад

    What's better, New Year's on the Royal Promenade, or fireworks at sea on pirate night at DCL?

  • @MatteoPlaytime
    @MatteoPlaytime Год назад +1

    Please do a Virgin cruise

  • @CS-rg9bv
    @CS-rg9bv Год назад

    how does Celebrity food compare to Royal?

  • @RuneKC
    @RuneKC Год назад

    You need to add your sites to the RUclips information.

  • @matthewschafer4236
    @matthewschafer4236 Год назад

    Just out of curiosity, why is odyssey your favorite? I’ve only been on allure and odyssey and I thought allure beat odyssey in every category.

    • @Views-And-Queues
      @Views-And-Queues  Год назад +1

      Allure is super super close behind Odyssey. The main reasons is because we liked the Odyssey solarium better than Allure’s, and we love the Giovanni’s wine bar on Odyssey because you can order pizza from the restaurant there without a reservation whenever you want

  • @ryang0789
    @ryang0789 Год назад

    Do you guys go to blue springs park often? My wife and I live like 2 miles from it.

    • @Views-And-Queues
      @Views-And-Queues  Год назад

      We’ve only gone once, but we want to go back!

    • @ryang0789
      @ryang0789 Год назад

      Omg gotta go during this time of the year, there’s so many manatees at the springs right now

  • @JohnTrickshots69
    @JohnTrickshots69 Год назад +1

    How do you guys balance cruising and work?

    • @Views-And-Queues
      @Views-And-Queues  Год назад +1

      it’s hard, we wouldn’t be able to do it if we didn’t live in florida. we’re very strategic with our vacation days, and we do a lot of 3 night cruises where we get off the ship on monday morning and go straight into work.

  • @CASmerk
    @CASmerk Год назад

    ⚓ Jumpsuit info please 👍🏻🙌🏻

    • @Hi-pm5is
      @Hi-pm5is Год назад +1

      5:31 I came on to ask the same thing. It’s so cute.

  • @stephaniewescott1957
    @stephaniewescott1957 Год назад

    Do you have to pay extra to eat at the shack at Coco Cay?

  • @mariafigueroa3132
    @mariafigueroa3132 9 месяцев назад

    Does Royal Caribbean leave any Hats or Party Favors in the room?? Or did you bring your own onboard??

    • @Views-And-Queues
      @Views-And-Queues  9 месяцев назад

      they gave them to us in the main dining room during dinner!

  • @enchanted2609
    @enchanted2609 Год назад

    Looks like a bulldog Gus to me

  • @sarahhollywood3811
    @sarahhollywood3811 Год назад

    Are we getting married on board?

  • @skatelinsy
    @skatelinsy Год назад

    Why do you always call it Coco Key not Coco Cay?

    • @Views-And-Queues
      @Views-And-Queues  Год назад +1

      in the Bahamas Cay is pronounced key creative.rccl.com/Sales/Royal/Perfect_Day/18062757_Trade_Perfect_Day_FAQs.pdf

    • @skatelinsy
      @skatelinsy Год назад

      @@Views-And-Queues Thanks!

  • @sarahhollywood3811
    @sarahhollywood3811 Год назад

    Brian....quit halfstepping.

  • @rachelmurphy3477
    @rachelmurphy3477 Год назад +1

    I have been home resting from a car accident this week, and have watched every single video & became a member! I absolutely love your channel and videos. Maybe you can add a Cruise Food Hall of Fame scratch off 😂
    Thank you for sharing your adventures!

    • @Views-And-Queues
      @Views-And-Queues  Год назад +1

      Thanks for watching everything and becoming a member!! Sorry to hear about your accident, wishing you a speedy recovery!

  • @David_Canada557
    @David_Canada557 Год назад

    You guys are so much fun to watch. Love the idea of cruise food hall of fame = genius 🙌👍🎉🛳👏