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Solo Travel 1974

Solo Travel 1974

🥈Expert Creator
229 Cruise Videos on Trip Bacon261 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. 🎥 On this channel you’ll discover: • Cruise ship tours – Britannia, Arvia, Arcadia, Regal Princess, Sky Princess, Independence of the Seas • Dining guides, cabin reviews & entertainment tips • Caribbean, Mediterranean, Baltic & British Isles port guides • Fresh 2025 cruise updates 📍 Based in the UK | 🎬 New videos every week. 👉 Subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/@solotravel1974?sub_confirmation=1

Catalogue Coverage
Established read · Solo Travel 1974

We’ve analysed 229 of 261 videos so far.

Published
229
analysed and live on Trip Bacon
On YouTube
261
total catalogue
Catalogue coverage88%

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

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

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

YearDiscoveredCruise Coverage(cruise-related ÷ discovered)Trip Bacon Coverage(analysed ÷ cruise-related)
  1. 2026
    48
  2. 2025
    177
  3. 2024
    23
Heat scale
0% → 100%“Discovered” = 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 — 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 — creators loved this aspect
Sad Bacon — creators took issue with this
Meh — no strong opinion either way

Scale: 0–5 strips in half-step increments. 0 = “meh”, 5 = “bacon 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

So, would I sail with Royal Caribbean again after this short cruise? The answer is absolutely yes.

Honestly, this tour was the absolute highlight of my entire British Isles trip.

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

It'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.

Lacaruna becomes one of the most enjoyable ports of the cruise.

The Watch-outs

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

🥈ExpertSolo Travel 1974

On 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.

Sindu 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.

the ship was absolutely packed with over 6,000 on board and securing a sunbed felt like a competitive sport

One of the most common mistakes on Iona is leaving dining decisions too late.

🥈ExpertSolo Travel 1974

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)

What's the BEST Food on P&O Britannia Cruise?13:43Tips

What's the BEST Food on P&O Britannia Cruise?

🥈 · 13K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
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P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
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Iona
🚢 POV: You Need a Holiday… 😍 #cruiselife0:09

🚢 POV: You Need a Holiday… 😍 #cruiselife

· 59 views · 1 years ago
P&O Britannia Caribbean Cruise Guide - Avoid These Mistakes!11:25Tips

P&O Britannia Caribbean Cruise Guide - Avoid These Mistakes!

🥈 · 10K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
POV : Embarkation Day on P&O Britannia Caribbean Cruise0:47

POV : Embarkation Day on P&O Britannia Caribbean Cruise

· 4K views · 1 years ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
P&O Britannia CARIBBEAN CRUISE Stops You Won't Want to Miss!27:09Tips

P&O Britannia CARIBBEAN CRUISE Stops You Won't Want to Miss!

🥈 · 14K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Royal Caribbean Group logo
Royal Caribbean Group
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
POV : Making Memories or Cruise Hell? #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife0:08

POV : Making Memories or Cruise Hell? #cruiseship #cruise #cruiselife

· 312 views · 1 years ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
Sunbed Wars are REAL on P&O Britannia’s Caribbean Cruise! 😱 #cruiselifestyle1:03

Sunbed Wars are REAL on P&O Britannia’s Caribbean Cruise! 😱 #cruiselifestyle

· 5K views · 1 years ago
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P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
P&O Britannia Caribbean Cruise : Honest Review14:38Review

P&O Britannia Caribbean Cruise : Honest Review

🥈 · 26K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
P & O Cruises logo
Arvia
How does watching the sea make you feel? #cruise #celinedion #imalive0:12

How does watching the sea make you feel? #cruise #celinedion #imalive

· 988 views · 1 years ago
Bonaire From the Best Seat on the Ship: Your Cruise Balcony! 🌊#cruise  #caribbeancruise #bonaire0:12

Bonaire From the Best Seat on the Ship: Your Cruise Balcony! 🌊#cruise #caribbeancruise #bonaire

· 1K views · 1 years ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
I know where I’d rather be! Weekdays hit differently on a cruise #cruise #cruiseship #antigua0:08

I know where I’d rather be! Weekdays hit differently on a cruise #cruise #cruiseship #antigua

· 85 views · 1 years ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
POV : Solo Balcony Cabin on P&O Britannia #cruiselife #pobritannia #cruise1:00

POV : Solo Balcony Cabin on P&O Britannia #cruiselife #pobritannia #cruise

· 3K views · 1 years ago
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P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
Finding Your Cruise Cabin on P&O Britannia! #cruiselife #pobritannia #cruise0:18

Finding Your Cruise Cabin on P&O Britannia! #cruiselife #pobritannia #cruise

· 6K views · 1 years ago
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P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
POV : New Years Eve countdown on P&O Britannia #verymerrytimecruise #nye #20250:33

POV : New Years Eve countdown on P&O Britannia #verymerrytimecruise #nye #2025

· 7K views · 1 years ago
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P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
POV : When it’s 3 days after Christmas and you are in Barbados #christmas #christmascruise #pando0:10

POV : When it’s 3 days after Christmas and you are in Barbados #christmas #christmascruise #pando

· 2K views · 1 years ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
P&O Britannia #christmas #cruise #shorts0:05

P&O Britannia #christmas #cruise #shorts

· 208 views · 1 years ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
Everyone else celebrating Christmas #cruise #christmascruise #shorts0:13

Everyone else celebrating Christmas #cruise #christmascruise #shorts

· 2K views · 1 years ago
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P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
P&O Arvia Mediterranean Cruise Ports You HAVE To See in 2025!21:41Tips

P&O Arvia Mediterranean Cruise Ports You HAVE To See in 2025!

🥈 · 16K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Arvia
P&O Britannia vs. Arvia: Which Cruise Ship is Right for You?2:50Compare

P&O Britannia vs. Arvia: Which Cruise Ship is Right for You?

🥈 · 11K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Arvia
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
Should You Book a Transatlantic Cruise? #transatlantic #pandocruise #cruise0:51

Should You Book a Transatlantic Cruise? #transatlantic #pandocruise #cruise

· 2K views · 1 years ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
P&O Arvia's 6th Street Dinner is NOT What You Expect!0:17

P&O Arvia's 6th Street Dinner is NOT What You Expect!

· 3K views · 1 years ago
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Arvia
STOP Making These 3 Cruise Mistakes 🚢❌0:57Tips

STOP Making These 3 Cruise Mistakes 🚢❌

🥈 · 139 views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
Marella Cruises logo
Marella Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Arvia
Transatlantic Cruises: The Ultimate Guide (and Why You Should Go!)10:28Tips

Transatlantic Cruises: The Ultimate Guide (and Why You Should Go!)

🥈 · 17K views · 1 years ago
Highly Positive
P & O Cruises logo
P & O Cruises
P & O Cruises logo
Britannia
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Arvia
+1 more
This is your sign to book a cruise #cruiseship #cruise #shorts0:13

This is your sign to book a cruise #cruiseship #cruise #shorts

· 88 views · 1 years ago