10 Things I wish I knew before going Transatlantic

Planning your dream transatlantic cruise? Look no further! In this informative video, we present you with 10 indispensable tips that will make your journey across the Atlantic Ocean an unforgettable experience. Whether you're a first-time cruiser or a seasoned traveler, these tips will help you make the most of your transatlantic adventure. 🌊 Tip 1: Prepare for the length of the cruise. Some of these itineraries are 6 nights but could easily go longer. Prepare for this. 🌬️ Tip 2: Preparing for Weather Conditions at Sea Get insights into the weather patterns you may encounter during a transatlantic crossing and learn how to pack accordingly, ensuring you are ready for both sunny skies and stormy seas. 🚢 Tip 3: Plan the ports of call Before you leave for your trip, I recommend researching the destinations that you are traveling to. This not only will prepare for the proper currency to bring but also will give you the chance to find that one hidden gem that you may have otherwise left unnoticed. 💰Tip 4: Budget You want to make sure you have budgeted your money for this trip. There are alot of sea days where you might end up spending more money on the ship than you would have thought. 🤢 Tip 5: Sea Sickness Weather depending, but you want to prepare yourself for the possibility. The weather conditions in the open sea can change quickly. You will want to be prepared. 🎉 Tip 6: Take Part in the activities on board With a transatlantic cruise there is numerous sea days. With this take advantage of what the cruise staff has planned. You might discover a hidden passion that you didn't know about. 🍔 Tip 7: Try Different Food WIth many of these modern ships there are numerous restaurants onboard to satisfy every palate. I would recommend stepping out of your comfort zone and trying a new dish. 🛏️ Tip 8: Select the right stateroom For such a long journey you will want to make sure you have the room that works best for you. There is the possibility that you will spend more time in your room than normal. Put this into consideration when booking your trip. ✈️ Tip 9: Documents and Air For a cruise that is not a "Closed Loop" Voyage you will begin in one port and end in a totally different port in a different country. The importance of having the right travel documents is paramount. Also you will want to take this into consideration when you are booking because you will need to budget a little more to cover the airfare. 🌟 Tip 10: Traveling with Kids, You'll want to be prepared If you are going to make this journey with children, you will to be prepared. While many cruise lines have dedicated spaces and activities, you still may want to have some of your own activities prepared. Join us on this comprehensive journey as we unveil these invaluable tips to help you prepare for your transatlantic adventure of a lifetime. Don't miss out on essential knowledge that will enhance your cruising experience from start to finish. Subscribe now and hit the notification bell to be notified when the video goes live. Bon voyage! 🌊🚢✨. #cruisetips #travel #traveltips To help the channel and purchase your own I have created the #amazonfinds list for you below: 1. Sea Bands for Motion Sickness - https://amzn.to/3oEkeET 2. Dramamine - https://amzn.to/3BWmLNT Check out our custom merchandise at https://travelslarge.etsy.com Feel Free to follow me on other social media as well. https://www.facebook.com/TravelsLarge/ https://www.instagram.com/travelslarg... All music and sound effects came from Epidemic sound. To help avoid copyright claims and have some of the best audio available to creators check them out. https://share.epidemicsound.com/zws6vq Key moments: 00:00 - Intro 00:14 - Prepare for Length of trip 01:03 - Prepare for Weather 01:29 - Research Ports of Call 01:56 - Budget 02:23 - Sea Sickness 02:57 - Try Something New 03:41 - Try Different Food 04:21 - Pick the correct Stateroom 04:51 - Documents and Airfare 05:32 - Plan Activities for the Kids (outside what the cruise has)