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Disney Wish Tower Suite vs Icon of the Seas Ultimate Family Townhouse
Within the past year, I got to stay in Disney Cruise Line's Disney Wish Tower Suite and Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas Ultimate Family Townhouse. Which is better? What is it actually like to stay in them? Find out!
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Rocket City Scottish Festival & Highland Games 2024
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A few photos and clips taken in the morning of the Rocket City Highland Games and Scottish Festival on October 5, 2024 at Sharon Johnston Park. Check out the blog for my full review. stoutmagicalvacations.com/rocket-city-scottish-festival-highland-games/
Ultimate Family Townhouse All Musical Stair Modes
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We've seen tours of the Ultimate Family Townhouse on Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas with those musical stairs. Did you know you can change instruments and even have a few songs to pick from? You can also adjust the lights and can turn the entire thing off. Fun fact about the stairs - the sensor is NOT for weight. There is a light sensor horizontally across the steps so even kids can set the...
Soarin' Over California with Yosemite Falls following us
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February 27, the last day of Soarin' Over California in Epcot. Wanted one last ride and Yosemite Falls was not ready to be done with us! StoutMagicalVacations.com StoutMagicalVacations
Carry On Only - Walt Disney World
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I hate checking bags and haven't had to in years. This is my method for packing for a Walt Disney World trip for four full days. One carry-on item and one personal item onto a flight. Both are in soft bags, which are way less likely to be force-checked than a hard bag. No fancy packing supplies required. StoutMagicalVacations.com StoutMagicalVacations
U.S. Space and Rocket Center Intuitive Planetarium
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This is not a video of an actual show in the Planetarium. This is just a look at the inside of the planetarium for some idea of what to expect. What is seating like, etc. This was taken while waiting for a Cocktails & Cosmos to start in 2024. Amazing show! www.rocketcenter.com/INTUITIVEPlanetarium/CocktailsandCosmos StoutMagicalVacations.com StoutMagicalVacations
Cunard Queen Victoria and Queen Mary 2 Horns in Southampton
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Cunard's Queen Victoria and Queen Mary 2 say hello in Southampton! Queen Mary 2 sets off slightly earlier and blows her horn while sailing past Queen Victoria. Queen Victoria says hello back! We were about to leave to visit the incredible Norwegian Fjords in May of 2019. Isn't it so exciting when you embark?? StoutMagicalVacations.com StoutMagicalVacations
Dawn Aboard the Disney Wish (see nighttime lights shut off)
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Walking about on the deck of the Disney Wish just before, during, and after sunrise. We were approaching Nassau, Bahamas in December of 2023. Happened to be filming when the nighttime deck lights shut off. Portions of the video are from Deck 12 and 14, all forward, mostly on starboard side. Chip 'n Dale's Pool is off the beaten path compared to the other main pools. Check it out if you're looki...
Repositioning at Disney's Castaway Cay View from Tower Suite
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Short video taken from the Disney Wish Tower Suite. Sun rising as we reposition to back into Castaway Cay. StoutMagicalVacations.com StoutMagicalVacations
Staying in the Disney Wish Tower Suite with Christmas Package
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A few snippets of what it's like to stay in the Disney Wish Tower Suite (with the Christmas stateroom package). - Five bottle of wine (technically, 2 are champagne) are included - You can ask for anything to be stocked in the fridge. We just asked for Dr. Peppers and lactose-free ice cream - Free alcohol in the Concierge Lounge daily from 5 PM to 10 PM - Internet package is included StoutMagica...
Disney's Castaway Cay Cabana 22
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Tour of Cabana 22, which is located on Serenity Bay at Disney's Castaway Cay in the Bahamas. You have a cabana attendant, and he can take you all around the island on a golf cart and will try to stock the cabana with whatever you ask. We asked for Dr. Peppers and he called EVERY bar on the island PLUS called onto the ship, but unfortunately, they couldn't find any (...it's possible we had all o...
Disney Wish Hyperspace Lounge in Hyperspace
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The Hyperspace Lounge on the Disney Wish. Going into Hyperspace! The entire lounge has a vibration to it that really makes it feel like your on a ship (in space...not the ocean). When the Wish set sail, reservations were required because of the lounge's expected popularity. Fortunately, reservations are no longer required, but you are limited to 45 minutes. We went right when it opened at 12 PM...
Disney's Beach Club Villas Accessible Studio 2023
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Room 528 in Beach Club Villas, which is an accessible studio. We reserved Boardwalk in December 2023, but because of construction, they moved us to this unit. A few observations: - The closet is NOT cantilevered. It's just low. Meaning that, as shown, if you have anything long like dresses, they drag on the floor. - Half the closet is taken up with a vacuum. - Since the shower is no-barrier ent...
Disney's Epcot Aquarium - Tolstoy Takes Back His Nap Spot
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Disney's Epcot Aquarium - Tolstoy Takes Back His Nap Spot
Pikachu at Hotel Riu Latino!!
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Pikachu at Hotel Riu Latino!!
Early Morning Hotel Riu Latino Ocean Front Balcony
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Early Morning Hotel Riu Latino Ocean Front Balcony
Yellowstone National Park Mud Pots
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Yellowstone National Park Mud Pots
Rainbow after Sunrise Yoga on Scarlet Lady
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Rainbow after Sunrise Yoga on Scarlet Lady
Sunrise Aulani - 'AMA'AMA
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Sunrise Aulani - 'AMA'AMA
Early Morning Aulani - Rainbow Reef
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Early Morning Aulani - Rainbow Reef
Sunrise Aulani - Ka Maka Grotto
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Sunrise Aulani - Ka Maka Grotto
Early Morning Aulani - Waikolohe Valley
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Early Morning Aulani - Waikolohe Valley

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  • @stevenloube6784
    @stevenloube6784 Місяць тому

    Cool video that your unique perspective makes it nice that you made it. Editing for what you were describing was generally very weak when it was so easy to show what you were talking about/complaining about. Your critiques were valid, but the way you expressed them came off incredibly entitled when you are talking about staying in suites that cost $75,000 a cruise.

    • @StoutMagicalVacations
      @StoutMagicalVacations Місяць тому

      Thanks, yes I was thinking people that splurge and spend a TON of money on these rooms should know what's included instead of being surprised, while onboard, about what's not.

    • @stevenloube6784
      @stevenloube6784 29 днів тому

      @ just trying to be constructive. like I said, your review is very welcome and your critiques are very valid. You just have to be careful when you complainabout that little stuff, that you just preface it with something like , “these people spend a lot of money for his rooms so I’m gonna nitpick a little bit.” That sentence or two changes the whole feeling of your review.

  • @oxmopalmtg8547
    @oxmopalmtg8547 Місяць тому

    great video, well explained!

    • @StoutMagicalVacations
      @StoutMagicalVacations Місяць тому

      Thank you! This is my first one in this format; I'll try to do better on the next one!

  • @ThrowsOK
    @ThrowsOK 4 місяці тому

    Thank you for the video. I was one of the throwers that day and it's nice to get to see myself and my friends from the spectators' viewpoint. I read your review of the event on your blog and had some similar opinions regarding room for spectating the athletics. Having participated in the games for several years, it seems too common for vendors, clans, or patrons to get the best sideline views, but they don't seem as actively interested in the show as the paying visitors. As athletes, we appreciate the crowd and want them to cheer us on or laugh with us at fouls. Schedule of events is often a roll of the dice as the height events take far longer than any of the others, so the groups doing distance events will move around as necessary. Cabers are almost always started after lunch. Sorry you missed that event. The sticks were impressive and the athletes put on a real show. I feel the field was utilized well for its size. There weren't too many groups of throwers, but there were several throwers within the small number of groups. That's probably what made the field seem empty. Allowing space for the distance throws will give the impression of an empty athletics space as well. All of the athletes I spoke with had nothing negative to say about the layout, timing, or judging. The reschedule for May 2025 will also allow the Backyard Rebellion organization to direct the athletics, so there will definitely be more athletes, more athletic divisions, and a field that will look "fuller". I do agree that there was some information ambiguity from the organizers. I still feel they did the best they could with what they had to work with. It's a new festival with new people running the show. I'm sure they've been getting feedback for the last couple of days and will plan accordingly for next year. From a participant's perspective, they managed better than some well-established festivals. Aside from the unrelenting Alabama heat and humidity, I thoroughly enjoyed myself. I'll definitely support the next festival.

    • @StoutMagicalVacations
      @StoutMagicalVacations 4 місяці тому

      Thanks so much for this awesome insider information! I was curious how well things were organized from your perspective. That's much more critical to running the festival, so it probably has highest priority vs updating a website. I really love the different dynamic of individual athletes competing vs. something like football. Everyone cheers each other on when it's their turn and wants them to do their best! From within the crowd, my impression is that we wanted to be enthusiastic but it was not clear what was happening. There weren't any announcements, so is this just warm-up and it would be considered obnoxious to clap and cheer? Nothing explained the rules of each game or how it's judged. But I've never been to a highland games, so maybe that's typical. Interesting that the next one will be in May so they don't have a full year of prep. I'll plan to be there, too!

    • @ThrowsOK
      @ThrowsOK 3 місяці тому

      @@StoutMagicalVacations The interaction between athletes competing in the highland games is unlike any other sport, in my opinion. It was amazing to come into this sport and have guys you're supposed to be competing against offer advice, coach, and cheer you on. We don't view new athletes as strangers, just friends/family we haven't met yet. Many of the bigger festivals will have an announcer that explains the event and offer color commentary on the athletes and/or their performance. Rocket City would do well to add someone for that role. The athletes are also very receptive to answering questions and explaining events. Many of us are stopped by spectators between events for quick Q&A. When it comes to cheering on the athletes and there is no one announcing, just watch the field. The athletes are the biggest cheerleaders for each other! Follow their lead and you won't go wrong. I'm sure that the Rocket City festival will grow and gain insight into what they can do differently going forward. I'd love to see this one take root and be a staple in the region for everyone interested in the Scottish culture, whether it's music, food, history or athletics. I'm looking forward to next May to see what improvements they've put into place.

  • @MIDWESTHOUNDTV
    @MIDWESTHOUNDTV 9 місяців тому

    Both ships were saying good and safe vouge

  • @CamrynGleason
    @CamrynGleason 11 місяців тому

    That’s so weird and cool! What a unique experience!

  • @LisaR2392
    @LisaR2392 11 місяців тому

    what llbean backpack is that?

    • @StoutMagicalVacations
      @StoutMagicalVacations 11 місяців тому

      I don't see one on their website like it anymore! None of them look like they zip all the way around with 1 big compartment. I sure hope they make them again as this one's lasted me about 10 years so far

    • @LisaR2392
      @LisaR2392 11 місяців тому

      @@StoutMagicalVacations Yes! I looked as well! Their stuff last FOREVER!! I have my school backpack from 1995 and it is a bit dirty but still as sturdy as the day i got it!

  • @ethanpowell7428
    @ethanpowell7428 11 місяців тому

    Love the Queen Mary 2

    • @StoutMagicalVacations
      @StoutMagicalVacations 11 місяців тому

      She's stunning!

    • @ethanpowell7428
      @ethanpowell7428 11 місяців тому

      @@StoutMagicalVacationsThe Queen Mary 2 beats the Queen Victoria all the way especially the Queen Mary 2's horn But I love the Queen Victoria's horn too

  • @davidgray6999
    @davidgray6999 Рік тому

    Wow. I wonder if they collate comments? If there are this many comments about just one room, there must be thousands of things wrong with the overall accommodations. Somebody at Disney better wake up.

  • @sheepy-bunny
    @sheepy-bunny Рік тому

    Pretty!