Caught Up in the Rhythm of It - Symphony Live 4/7/18

[kpark895]

Thank you all for the gratitude. I have landed safely in New York and on my way home from the airport as we speak. WiFi was out on the plane, so I had to endure 8 hours with no access to emails or social media. [emoji12]

 

I am a CPA, but I do corporate tax consulting, so my deadlines are much more project based. I also get six weeks of vacation as this seems to be peeking everyone’s curiosity.

 

Good to know you're not caught up in all the rush of the tax season! Thoroughly enjoyed this week's review, as always.

[accio_7]

All caught up, what an amazing review! Thank you for sharing your vacation with us, Rick, glad to hear that you made it home safely :)

 

Love your photos! [emoji7]

 

 

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[scoochy12]

Correct, straight walk off with a 25 minute taxi to airport (35 [emoji387]). I put out my luggage.

 

What time was the first walk off time?

[Coralc]

Absolutely wonderful review and photos Rick! And congratulations on the win for your Instagram photos!:D

 

I have to ask, since this was a cruise specifically for Instagram, YouTube and Twitter influencers (busload). Did you run into any of them? Most of them looked (and sounded) like first time cruisers. :rolleyes:

 

Your photos, Periscopes, etc. were so much better than the ducklings. :D

[CruiseLifeRick]

What time was the first walk off time?

 

 

 

Pretty early. I think around 7 am.

[Sasksilver]

Great review Rick! Enjoyed the photos and the commentary even though I don't understand all the references.....but am afraid to ask. :p

[CruiseLifeRick]

Great review Rick! Enjoyed the photos and the commentary even though I don't understand all the references.....but am afraid to ask. :p

 

 

Direct message me on Instagram or Facebook if you ever want clarification. [emoji6]

[CruiseLifeRick]

Absolutely wonderful review and photos Rick! And congratulations on the win for your Instagram photos!:D

 

 

 

I have to ask, since this was a cruise specifically for Instagram, YouTube and Twitter influencers (busload). Did you run into any of them? Most of them looked (and sounded) like first time cruisers. [emoji57]

 

 

 

Your photos, Periscopes, etc. were so much better than the ducklings. [emoji3]

 

 

Yes, I met most of them. You probably noticed from the Periscopes that I partied with Royal’s social media team a few times this sailing and the “couples” influencers were out with us as well.

 

Jeven and Rachel Dovey are my favorite. I legit would hang out with them.

 

I got to meet most of the “family” influencers during the photo shoot of the Ultimate Family Suite. Let’s just say I’m thankful I didn’t grow up in the days of social media. “YouTube moms” are a whole different level of intense. Should be the next reality show IMHO.

 

As far as experience goes, Jeven had cruised once before, but the whole angle of Royal’s social media campaigns is to attract non-cruisers. They know they have us hooked already. So I get why people like OurTwoSuitcases or myself don’t ever get to take over the channels because we are appealing to a market they feel like doesn’t need much persuasion.

 

In any case, I think Royal does a fantastic job with social media and definitely blows the competition out of the water. Even the Influencers made multiple comments to me that Royal is one of the best brands they have worked with.

 

I’m content doing my little part for the brand, even if it’s more under the radar.

[onecoolchic]

Stunningly, amazingly breathtaking photos!!!! Thank you for allowing me to live vicariously through you. I see in your signature, you’ll be back on Symphony in December. If I may ask, which sailing will you be on? I’m hoping we will be on the same and will get the opportunity to meet you!😀

[CruiseLifeRick]

Stunningly, amazingly breathtaking photos!!!! Thank you for allowing me to live vicariously through you. I see in your signature, you’ll be back on Symphony in December. If I may ask, which sailing will you be on? I’m hoping we will be on the same and will get the opportunity to meet you![emoji3]

 

 

Direct Message me. CruiseLifeRick on Instagram and Facebook.

[Kizze]

Enjoyed your review and beautiful pictures. Now I have to go back and review your Harmony cruise, since I will be on Harmony next month. [emoji41]

 

 

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[CruiseLifeRick]

Enjoyed your review and beautiful pictures. Now I have to go back and review your Harmony cruise, since I will be on Harmony next month. [emoji41]

 

 

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Another fantastic ship! I will see her again in September.

 

 

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[Coralc]

Thanks! The concept of influencers was new to me. So I really appreciate your perspective. :) I'm not a mom, but intense YouTube moms is not surprising. I will have to check it out.

 

I am so impressed with your photos and social media and Chase & Jenny (My Two Suitcases) are just awesome in their productions.

 

My husband actually commented on how adorable the kids are. :D

[Bkchero]

Did you get to do any sightseeing in Barcelona before you boarded? Specifically, did you go to Sagrada Familia? I was there 25 years ago and it was one of my favorites. If you put pics in IG my apologies as I have not looked at that yet.

[dbancroft]

Another fantastic ship! I will see her again in September.

 

 

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The presidents cruise? Hope to maybe meet up in person

[vividharp]

Stunningly, amazingly breathtaking photos!!!! Thank you for allowing me to live vicariously through you. I see in your signature, you’ll be back on Symphony in December. If I may ask, which sailing will you be on? I’m hoping we will be on the same and will get the opportunity to meet you![emoji3]

 

 

 

I’m wondering which December sailing you’ll be on also.

 

 

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[jerzeynurse]

Thank you for the beautiful pics! I really enjoyed reading through all 40 pages of this thread tonight! My husband, 2 kids and I are booked on Symphony for the Christmas sailing and are so excited!

Really enjoyed this thread and will be following you on instagram :)

[Guest]

Absolutely loved this live thread Rick! I’m on the Symphony in less than a month so it has got me so hyped!

 

Will be my first cruise without my family, and I will be going with my boyfriend who has never cruised before! We are 23 and 24 so are representing the age group that cruising has never really been aimed at before! Luckily we both have good jobs, but a lot of the people our age can not afford upwards of £1500+ for a weeks holiday!

 

Fingers crossed he enjoys it and it will be the first of many for us!

 

I’m also taking him shopping today for a “cruise wardrobe”. I may or may not have taken style inspo from you ;)

[CruiseLifeRick]

Did you get to do any sightseeing in Barcelona before you boarded? Specifically, did you go to Sagrada Familia? I was there 25 years ago and it was one of my favorites. If you put pics in IG my apologies as I have not looked at that yet.

 

 

Indeed, I didn’t go inside though.

 

 

[CruiseLifeRick]

Absolutely loved this live thread Rick! I’m on the Symphony in less than a month so it has got me so hyped!

 

 

 

Will be my first cruise without my family, and I will be going with my boyfriend who has never cruised before! We are 23 and 24 so are representing the age group that cruising has never really been aimed at before! Luckily we both have good jobs, but a lot of the people our age can not afford upwards of £1500+ for a weeks holiday!

 

 

 

Fingers crossed he enjoys it and it will be the first of many for us!

 

 

 

I’m also taking him shopping today for a “cruise wardrobe”. I may or may not have taken style inspo from you ;)

 

 

Nice! I’m really hoping cruise travel catches on with the young professional demographic. Be sure to DM me when you return and let me know how it goes or if you have any questions before you depart.

[CruiseLifeRick]

The presidents cruise? Hope to maybe meet up in person

 

 

Yes, I will be on the President’s Cruise.

[CruiseLifeRick]

Thank you for the beautiful pics! I really enjoyed reading through all 40 pages of this thread tonight! My husband, 2 kids and I are booked on Symphony for the Christmas sailing and are so excited!

Really enjoyed this thread and will be following you on instagram :)

 

 

Thank you so much. I will see you on the gram!

[#55worktoplay]

Thank you so much. I will see you on the gram!

 

I now understand your "nevermind" post. Well at least I'm not the only one that doesn't understand some of the things that have been wrote. lol..CC is the closest I get to social media..

[Chasep17]

This might be a better question for Chase (if he's still reading and not chasing kids) but how much advanced planning goes into his videos? I'd guess that he has a lot of pre-planned shots in minds or even scripted. Videos don't get that good with a spray and pray approach.

 

Well deserved bottle of Champagne!

 

 

 

There are definitely some predetermined shots (lip syncs, locations), but for the most part it’s just an idea. Basically experience the cruise how we normally would, but record it in a cool way. A lot of times ideas present themselves when I sift through the footage afterwards.

[Chasep17]

Question - did the ship have Quest and Love & Marriage game shows? Just curious, as my one time on Oasis in the Med, they did not. Since you didn’t post about them (that I remember), wondered if they didn’t have them too.

 

 

No Quest which is a bummer considering they had Ken Rush at their disposal. Language would have been the issue though, and in the spirit of fair play, I understand.

 

Rick, Chase and Jenny - Thanks for sharing your cruise with us. Looking forward to the video!

 

 

Thanks, just a disclaimer that this video may be a bit longer of a wait as it will be up to the Crown & Anchor Society as to when it will be shared.

 

The next time we have one of those ridiculous dress code threads and people complain about folks wearing their RCI bath robes outside of their cabins, I know exactly where I will refer them to get straightened out.

 

 

So, funny thing with this cruise was there were robes EVERYWHERE. I think Europeans must embrace the bathrobe look, and I love it!

Edited April 15, 2018 by Chasep17