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Cruise Q&A Live: Sunday 11 January 2026 : 9am PT / Noon ET / 5pm UK

Tips For Travellers
Tips For Travellers
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πŸ‘οΈ 4K viewsπŸ“… 5 months ago⏱️ 1:00:18
What This Creator Said
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm Gary Benbridge. This is Tips for Travelers.

The answer to both of those is almost certainly no and almost certainly no.

Bora Bora just because it's absolutely spectacular.

Norwegian is a really good idea because they have those dedicated solo cabins.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Use code TFT5 at checkout for 5% off shore excursions.
βœ“Use code TFT for 10% off cruise maps.
βœ“For Panama Canal, get your spot early on the bow of the ship.
βœ“For solo cruising, book excursions and join trivia to meet people.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Scared to do a solo cruise β€” Norwegian is a great one to start with because they have solo cabins and a solo lounge.

Questions This Creator Answers

QCan I take my fold away electric bikes on a flight and then on Norwegian Epic?
QDo you know if the Royal Princess class ships can go through the Panama Canal?
QWhat was it like for you when you took your first solo cruise?
QAre canal cruisers in Europe worth trying?
QWhy is Oceania adult only and not Regent?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Bora Bora3 Happy Bacon
Top: E-biking around the island
Kyoto2 Happy Bacon
Top: Kyoto tour
Wellington
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