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I Tried a Luxury Cruise and The Reality Surprised Me

Emma Cruises
Emma Cruises
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👁️ 2.6M views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 24:05
What This Creator Said
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Mediterranean · Fall · 7 nightsFrom BarcelonaVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

this Cruise took me by surprise and it changed my mind on a few things in ways I didn't expect

the food in the buffet was the best food I've ever had in a cruise ship buffet

it's about never really having to wait in line for anything and it is amazing

I was very impressed despite not having an actual theater the show was as good as the theater show

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book an Azamara cruise if you're vegetarian or vegan for extensive food options
Use the inside cabin hack of propping open the door for internet access

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Feeling out of place on a luxury cruiseThe dress code is relaxed and not formal as expected
Small ship being boringThere are plenty of activities and events well attended

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the reality of a luxury cruise compared to budget cruises?
QIs Azamara good for vegetarians and vegans?
QHow does the small ship experience differ from large cruise ships?

Topics Covered

Dining Buffet4½ Happy BaconDining Main4 Happy BaconDining Bars Drinks2½ Happy BaconCabin Interior3 Happy BaconEntertainment Shows3½ Happy BaconEntertainment Activities4 Happy BaconService Crew4½ Happy BaconShip Condition2 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Barcelona2½ Happy Bacon
Nice4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Train to Monaco
Port Vaughn3 Happy Bacon
Top: Wander to an Old Fort
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YouTube Video Description

I’ve just disembarked a luxury 5* cruise where I saw and did things I’ve never experienced on a cruise before. Even though I’ve been cruising since I was 11 years old, this cruise took me by surprise and changed my mind about a few things in ways I didn’t expect. In the past I’ve always cruised with the budget or mainstream cruise lines, usually I cruise out of season to make it cheaper and almost always in the cheapest inside cabin. Although I’ve always been interested in trying a luxury cruise, I never thought I’d be able to afford one. That was until I found a week long cruise on a cruise line called Azamara for £819 including flights and transfers from the UK. Usually luxury cruises are at least double or triple this price so I decided to give it a go. Feeling hungry? Here’s everything I ate on my Azamara Cruise! https://emmacruises.com/azamarafood/ ▶ Stay up to date: http://EmmaCruises.com/News ▶ Let's get you on a cruise!: https://EmmaCruises.com/Book-a-Cruise/ *** ▶ Background World Map (Use Code EMMACRUISES For a Discount): https://enjoythewood.com/emmacruises ▶ Daylight Lamp: https://emmacruises.com/lamp ▶ Don't make the WORST CRUISE MISTAKE: https://emmacruises.com/cruise-travel-insurance-why-you-need-it-and-how-to-get-it-step-by-step-guide/ 🥳🥳 emma@emmacruises.com Join this channel to get access to exclusive perks like a weekly podcast and early ad free access to videos: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCu4C8c3h9SKdkxnOwIAiHeA/join