Going Back on My First Cruise Ship 14 Years Later with my Kids

Name: Going Back on My First Cruise Ship 14 Years Later with my Kids
Uploaded: 2026-01-10T00:00:00+00:00
Duration: 64 min 53 s
Channel: a RICH and JAZZY Life

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👁️ 16K views📅 4 months ago⏱️ 1:04:53

What This Creator Said

2 Happy Bacon

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👶 Best for Family (Young Kids)Caribbean · Fall · 4 nightsFrom Port CanaveralVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

Fourteen years ago, this was my very first cruise ship. Now we’re back on the Carnival Glory—this time with my kids—to see how it holds up all these years later.

The steakhouse was very good. They This was the fastest I've ever been served on any corn house.

We're having dessert and um what did I get? A pumpkin pie. The pumpkin pie is delicious.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Unpack your luggage on the first day to make yourself at home.

✓Use packing cubes to stay organized.

✓Ask for the complimentary bottle of wine in the steakhouse on the first night.

✓Drop your kids in the kids camp while you pack your bags to avoid stress.

✓Use AirTags on your luggage for tracking in case it gets lost.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Food quality on shorter cruises — Set expectations correctly; food is made for masses, not individually. Specialty dining is made to order.

Not knowing about complimentary offerings — Ask for the complimentary bottle of wine in the steakhouse; they won't offer it unless you ask.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWas it still worth it after 14 years?

QHow does the Carnival Glory hold up after 14 years?

QWhat is the experience like on a 4-day Thanksgiving cruise with kids?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Bimini3½ Happy Bacon

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YouTube Video Description↓

Fourteen years ago, this was my very first cruise ship. 🚢 Now we’re back on the Carnival Glory—this time with my kids—to see how it holds up all these years later. From memories vs reality to food, vibes, and family moments, this cruise hit different. Was it still worth it after 14 years? Watch and see. 👇🏽 Book your next cruise with us & grab our cruise essentials below. MELANIN AT SEA PRODUCTS: https://www.melaninatsea.com OUR CRUISE ESSENTIAL AMAZON LIST: https://www.amazon.com/shop/arichandjazzylife BOOK A VIRGIN CRUISE WITH THIS LINK FOR EXTRA CREDITS: https://www.virginvoyages.com/book/voyage-planner/find-a-voyage?cabins=1&USD[%E2%80%A6]lors=2&toDate=2022-10-04&agentId=31125&agencyId=409 BOOK ANY CRUISE WITH US: www.MELANINATSEA.com Thank you for watching, Please Hit "LIKE" if you enjoyed our Vlog, Feel free to leave a comment below to interact with us! Follow us on FB & IG @aRICHandJAZZYlife MAIL US: RICH & JAZZY P.O. BOX 1026 ALPHARETTA, GA, 30009 Thanks again for watching!!! #CruiseVlog #CruiseTips #CruisingWithKIDS