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Solo Travel 1974

Solo Travel 1974

πŸ₯ˆExpert Creator
229 Cruise Videos on Trip Bacon262 Total Videos on YouTube15K subscribers

Solo Travel 1974 description on YouTube:

🚒 Welcome to Solo Travel 1974 - your go-to channel for cruise reviews, ship tours, port guides, and practical advice from a British solo traveller in her 50s. I’ve travelled to over 70 countries and cruise regularly with P&O Cruises, Princess Cruises, and Marella and with Royal Caribbean now joining the line-up. Every video is based on real experiences, filmed by me to help you plan with confidence. Whether you’re travelling solo or with friends, you’ll find useful cruise tips, ship comparisons, dining reviews, and destination guides that make your holiday easier and more enjoyable. πŸŽ₯ On this channel you’ll discover: β€’ Cruise ship tours – Britannia, Arvia, Arcadia, Regal Princess, Sky Princess, Independence of the Seas β€’ Dining guides, cabin reviews & entertainment tips β€’ Caribbean, Mediterranean, Baltic & British Isles port guides β€’ Fresh 2025 cruise updates πŸ“ Based in the UK | 🎬 New videos every week. πŸ‘‰ Subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/@solotravel1974?sub_confirmation=1

Catalogue Coverage
Established read Β· Solo Travel 1974

We’ve analysed 229 of 262 videos so far.

Published
229
analysed and live on Trip Bacon
On YouTube
262
total catalogue
Catalogue coverage87%

Solid sample of Solo Travel 1974's catalogue β€” the patterns below should be reliable.

Annual Activity
Solo Travel 1974’s output Β· year over year

How cruise-focused are they, and how much of it have we analysed?

YearDiscoveredCruise Coverage(cruise-related Γ· discovered)Trip Bacon Coverage(analysed Γ· cruise-related)
  1. 2026
    48
  2. 2025
    177
  3. 2024
    23
Heat scale
0% β†’ 100%β€œDiscovered” = videos we’ve found for this channel, not necessarily on the site yet.

Topic-by-topic creator consensus

Every topic scored on the Trip Bacon Score β€” 0 to 5. More bacon, more love.

Strongest Praise
Suites
3 mentions
Biggest Critique
Casino
1 mentions

Dining

Main Dining
A Nibble85 video mentions
Specialty Dining
Solid Strip45 video mentions
Buffet
A Nibble64 video mentions
Room Service
Solid Strip13 video mentions

Cabins

Interior Cabins
A Nibble20 video mentions
Balcony Cabins
A Nibble17 video mentions
Suites
Solid Strip3 video mentions
Top

Entertainment

Shows
Solid Strip37 video mentions
Top
Nightlife
Solid Strip8 video mentions
Casino
Slight Frown1 video mention
Low
Activities
Solid Strip18 video mentions
Top

Deck & Recreation

Pool Deck
A Nibble62 video mentions
Water Park
Solid Strip2 video mentions
Kids & Family
A Nibble31 video mentions
Spa & Fitness
Solid Strip10 video mentions

Ship & Crew

Ship Condition
Solid Strip50 video mentions
Embarkation
A Nibble64 video mentions
Crew & Service
Solid Strip51 video mentions

Value & Logistics

Booking
Solid Strip29 video mentions
Value
A Nibble89 video mentions
Excursions
Solid Strip65 video mentions
Wi-Fi
A Nibble23 video mentions
Loyalty Program
A Nibble15 video mentions
How to read the Trip Bacon Score
Happy Bacon β€” creators loved this aspect
Sad Bacon β€” creators took issue with this
Meh β€” no strong opinion either way

Scale: 0–5 strips in half-step increments. 0 = β€œmeh”, 5 = β€œbacon bliss”. Aggregated from creator-review sentiment, weighted by channel expertise.

About our Bacon Score methodology

Who’s this ship for?

How the ship rates with different travel parties.

Best Match
Solo Travelers
86%
Loved
Families (Young Kids)
73%
Great fit
Adults-Only
78%
Great fit
No consensus seals earned yet

Seals are awarded when topics or audiences cross positive thresholds with sufficient volume.

What Creators Are Saying

Selected quotes from our creator panel.

The Good

β€œSo, would I sail with Royal Caribbean again after this short cruise? The answer is absolutely yes.”

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β€œHonestly, this tour was the absolute highlight of my entire British Isles trip.”

πŸ₯ˆExpertSolo Travel 1974

β€œso would I recommend the p and O Britannia Caribbean cruise for a New Year's Eve celebration without a doubt”

πŸ₯ˆExpertSolo Travel 1974

β€œIt's one of those ports that might not be the one you're most excited about before the cruise, but it's often the one you look back on and think, I'm really glad we stopped there.”

πŸ₯ˆExpertSolo Travel 1974

β€œLacaruna becomes one of the most enjoyable ports of the cruise.”

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The Watch-outs

β€œEmbarcation on this sailing was chaotic. We arrived around our allocated time, but there was already a long queue outside the terminal.”

πŸ₯ˆExpertSolo Travel 1974

β€œOn my recent Sky Princess cruise, someone missed the all aboard time in Civitavecchia. They didn't make it back in time and the ship sailed without them.”

πŸ₯ˆExpertSolo Travel 1974

β€œSindu was a let down. I've had brilliant meals at Synindu on Avia, Ventura, and Britannia, but this time it just didn't hit the mark.”

πŸ₯ˆExpertSolo Travel 1974

β€œthe ship was absolutely packed with over 6,000 on board and securing a sunbed felt like a competitive sport”

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β€œOne of the most common mistakes on Iona is leaving dining decisions too late.”

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Pro Tips From Creators

The most-shared advice for Solo Travel 1974.

  1. Know that the existing cabins weren't part of the recent amplification, so older cabins may still feel dated.

  2. The wrap-around promenade deck on deck four is a nice place for a walk outside close to the sea.

  3. If you need to do laundry, note that Liberty of the Seas doesn't have passenger laundrettes.

  4. Book Anne Frank House tickets 6 weeks in advance if visiting Amsterdam.

  5. Use water taxis for a scenic and quick way to move around Rotterdam.

  6. Allow extra buffer time when traveling to other Dutch cities to avoid stress.

  7. Consider a simple route starting at Blaak Station to explore Cube Houses, Old Harbor, and Markthal efficiently.

  8. Download the MSC for Me app before boarding to check daily programs, dining times, and theme nights.

Videos (229)

Inside the Busiest Caribbean Cruise Port Ever!0:21

Inside the Busiest Caribbean Cruise Port Ever!

Β· 111 views Β· 11 months ago
Norovirus on a Cruise Ship? What Happened on My P&O Arcadia Cruise πŸ˜·πŸ›³0:23

Norovirus on a Cruise Ship? What Happened on My P&O Arcadia Cruise πŸ˜·πŸ›³

Β· 214 views Β· 11 months ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Arcadia
πŸ’ͺ POV: Inside the Gym on P&O Arcadia0:24

πŸ’ͺ POV: Inside the Gym on P&O Arcadia

Β· 319 views Β· 11 months ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Arcadia
No Sunbed Wars on P&O Arcadia – Here’s Why πŸ˜ŽπŸ›³οΈ0:26

No Sunbed Wars on P&O Arcadia – Here’s Why πŸ˜ŽπŸ›³οΈ

Β· 638 views Β· 11 months ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Arcadia
P & O Cruises logo
Arvia
+1 more
P&O Arcadia Review 2025: Norovirus, Missed Ports… Would I Book Again?10:14Review

P&O Arcadia Review 2025: Norovirus, Missed Ports… Would I Book Again?

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 6K views Β· 11 months ago
Highly Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Arcadia
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
+3 more
Regal Princess Dining: What’s Worth Paying For?0:18

Regal Princess Dining: What’s Worth Paying For?

Β· 1K views Β· 11 months ago
Princess Cruises logo
Princess Cruises
Princess Cruises logo
Regal Princess
How To Get Free Sauna And Pool Time On Your P&O Arcadia Cruise0:24Tips

How To Get Free Sauna And Pool Time On Your P&O Arcadia Cruise

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 415 views Β· 11 months ago
Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Arcadia
Hidden Cruise Spots on P&O Arcadia You Need to See! πŸ‘€0:23

Hidden Cruise Spots on P&O Arcadia You Need to See! πŸ‘€

Β· 188 views Β· 11 months ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Arcadia
How To Never Get Lost On A Cruise Ship! (P&O Arcadia Hack)0:28

How To Never Get Lost On A Cruise Ship! (P&O Arcadia Hack)

Β· 125 views Β· 11 months ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Arcadia
🚒P&O Arcadia Full Ship Tour: Secret Spots Revealed!🚒10:21Tour

🚒P&O Arcadia Full Ship Tour: Secret Spots Revealed!🚒

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 13K views Β· 11 months ago
Highly Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Arcadia
P & O Cruises logo
Arvia
+1 more
P&O Arcadia: First Impressions of This Adults-Only Cruise Ship!0:30

P&O Arcadia: First Impressions of This Adults-Only Cruise Ship!

Β· 3K views Β· 11 months ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Arcadia
Spend a Day in St Maarten πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡½ | Caribbean Cruise Highlights0:26

Spend a Day in St Maarten πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡½ | Caribbean Cruise Highlights

Β· 82 views Β· 11 months ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
P&O Arcadia Embarkation Day POV 🚒 | Baltic Cruise from Southampton0:33

P&O Arcadia Embarkation Day POV 🚒 | Baltic Cruise from Southampton

Β· 347 views Β· 11 months ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Arcadia
Inside Cabin Tour P&O Arcadia | Cabin C197 Deck 6 Aft0:27

Inside Cabin Tour P&O Arcadia | Cabin C197 Deck 6 Aft

Β· 1K views Β· 11 months ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Arcadia
What Surprised Me Most About My First Day on P&O Arcadia!9:10Review

What Surprised Me Most About My First Day on P&O Arcadia!

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 6K views Β· 11 months ago
Highly Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Princess Cruises logo
Princess Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Arcadia
+2 more
Late-Night Pizza to Lobster in Bed πŸ•πŸ° | Regal Princess Dinner Options0:29

Late-Night Pizza to Lobster in Bed πŸ•πŸ° | Regal Princess Dinner Options

Β· 149 views Β· 11 months ago
Princess Cruises logo
Princess Cruises
Princess Cruises logo
Regal Princess
I’m No Expert… But This Is The Life πŸŒ…πŸš’ #cruiselife0:08

I’m No Expert… But This Is The Life πŸŒ…πŸš’ #cruiselife

Β· 119 views Β· 11 months ago
7 Bars You HAVE To Try On P&O Britannia0:27

7 Bars You HAVE To Try On P&O Britannia

Β· 379 views Β· 11 months ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
Cruise Sunsets Hit Different πŸŒ…  P&O Arcadia #summeronshorts0:09

Cruise Sunsets Hit Different πŸŒ… P&O Arcadia #summeronshorts

Β· 84 views Β· 12 months ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Arcadia
Why Everyone Loves Curacao on a Cruise!8:09Tips

Why Everyone Loves Curacao on a Cruise!

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 9K views Β· 12 months ago
Highly Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
Princess Cruises logo
Princess Cruises
+2 more
Back in My Happy Place P&O Arcadia Cruise Views 🌊 #summeronshorts0:07

Back in My Happy Place P&O Arcadia Cruise Views 🌊 #summeronshorts

Β· 148 views Β· 12 months ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Arcadia
Where to Have Lunch on Regal Princess 🍴(Top Cruise Food Tips)0:26

Where to Have Lunch on Regal Princess 🍴(Top Cruise Food Tips)

Β· 2K views Β· 1 years ago
Princess Cruises logo
Princess Cruises
Princess Cruises logo
Regal Princess
Sunbed Wars on Arvia? Here’s How to Beat the Rush 🚒0:20

Sunbed Wars on Arvia? Here’s How to Beat the Rush 🚒

Β· 405 views Β· 1 years ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Arvia
Experience The BEST Of Bonaire On Your Caribbean Cruise8:55Tips

Experience The BEST Of Bonaire On Your Caribbean Cruise

πŸ₯ˆ Β· 6K views Β· 1 years ago
Highly Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
Windstar Cruises logo
Windstar Cruises
+2 more