ROYAL CARIBBEAN DUDE

10 years ago, I made the decision to work on a cruise ship!

I am so happy with what I have achieved over the last decade. I now look forward to what will be my biggest challenge yet, when I help launch Icon Of The Seas later this year!

Back in 2013, I certainly had no intention of creating a YouTube channel, but I am super thankful I now have one of the best cruising communities in the world.

I still believe I have so much more potential in myself to achieve another level of success. Time to step up my game!

I am just getting started!

When am I joining Icon Of The Seas?

A little update from my hometown, since leaving Symphony.

On 8/22/2023 at 1:20 AM, dbancroft said:

I have a question for you Chris @ROYAL CARIBBEAN DUDE We sailed Oasis first week of August and I was lucky to hit a BIG payout on a slot. How come Royal does not payout with a check?. We were a little worried because we had to carry so many $100s off the ship. The three casino hosts on Oasis were great to work with first time hitting a jackpot on a cruise. 

I actually don't know the official reason.

If I had to guess, cash-flow is good for a business whereas cheques can potentially cause problems.

23 hours ago, SE fla said:

The Symphony will be on there transatlantic and stopping in Cadiz, perhaps the Icon will be there at the same time. 

The TA on Symphony is a lot of fun! I'm excited for you.

19 hours ago, SE fla said:

They’re probably going to be installing the plants for Central Park and who knows what else. I think we can see the ship yard from the cruise dock. If you can please release any dates when the transatlantic will take place for the Icon

Yes, the shipyard is very close to the port.

At this point, I'm not sure when the TA will be. I didn't even know Icon will be in Cadiz until I got my assignment.

On 8/11/2023 at 3:28 PM, SE fla said:

Perhaps we will get a chance to see the Icon in Cadiz when we stop there on our transatlantic Nov 1,2023 on your former ship the Symphony Of The Seas. 

Yes, it's possible. At this point, I'm not sure if Icon will be in the shipyard or the port.

17 hours ago, SE fla said:

Thanks Chris!!! Will your contract take you up to Dec. 7,2024?

Not likely, but I'm glad you will get to experience Icon during the Holiday season!

On 8/8/2023 at 8:55 PM, SE fla said:

I will be looking for your videos of the Icon transatlantic and perhaps some of Cadiz if you find the time. 

 

Trust me, I will be documenting as much as possible from the day I strep onboard Icon!

On 8/8/2023 at 9:56 PM, ReneeFLL said:

Did you show them a picture? Tell them you and the passenger that made it need a royalty for everyone you sell. 😄

Potential Chris Wong merch in the future!

On 8/5/2023 at 11:48 PM, ReneeFLL said:

Is that a Lego? Cool that someone made it for you.

 

Sure is! I think Royal should actually sell something like this in the shops onboard.

22 hours ago, Baowen said:

Excellent news. We will see you in the casino in May.

See you next year!

I have officially signed-off and completed my contract onboard Symphony Of The Seas!

Now I will enjoy my break, before joining Icon later this year.

On 8/1/2023 at 7:23 PM, qkd0314 said:

I am not a casino person, but look forward to your vlogs and will stop by in March to say hello!

Yes, stopping by to say hello is free in the Casino Royale! 😆

Do you like this custom-made gift I received from a passenger?

Are you Prime, Signature, or Masters?

I'm ready for Icon!

22 hours ago, Oceansaway17 said:

Excellent and we all love you on You Tube and I think RCI values you and your style of vlogs. Please continue to re up contracts. I will look you up in Early May 2024 when I am on ship hoping you are still on.

You will have a nice Captain in H Loy. He was captain on Ovation in 2019 when ship came to Alaska for the first time.

I will have my entire first month onboard Icon with no passengers. I plan to film something everyday!

1 hour ago, SilkySal said:

Thanks! I know that but was hoping one of the invitees may want a roommate!😉 My friends have said that I can be pretty entertaining at times! LOL!🤣 Cheers my friend!

This will certainly be an interesting experience doing the TA with no guests onboard.

27 minutes ago, Biker19 said:

Can you say when that is?

Not sure exactly when the TA will be, but I join the ship Dec 19 in Cadiz.

14 hours ago, sammyh25 said:

Doing the TA, 29th October on Symphony and on Icon 19th October next year. Will pop downstairs and say hello on the TA. 😂

 

Crossings are a lot of fun. Have you done one before?

I will also be doing the TA on Icon, as I will be joining the ship in Spain.

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11 hours ago, cruisegirl1 said:

Congrats and I love your enthusiasm. We are scheduled to sail in early 2025 so I hope you get a second (third) contract. 

M

wow, you booked very far in advance 👏

1 hour ago, msuspartabigten said:

When is your contract up on Symphony? We'll be on it for Thanksgiving!

This is actually my final week onboard SY.

3 minutes ago, ace1zoe2 said:

Congrats! We enjoy your videos. Will you be in the casino on Icon?

Absolutely!

Happy to share with you all that I will be joining Icon Of The Seas later this year, and I will be a part of the start-up team.

I look forward to seeing all of you who have booked a cruise for 2024!

I am currently about to finish my contract onboard Symphony, and will join Icon in December.

I'm excited to make videos and continue my career on the newest, biggest, and best ship in the world!

Chris Wong

Has anyone here been invited for the test cruise on Ovation Of The Seas next week?

Can anyone send me a screenshot of the invitation please? I'm filming a new video today.

I look forward to meeting some of you soon!!

Chris Wong