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Transatlantic · Fall · 20 nightsFrom New York CityVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

I did not get bored and I don't think that you would really sign up for a 20 night cruise right out of the gate

the captain shut the engines off of the ship and did a ceremony with 2600 of us on the very back of the ship freezing weather 40 degrees

Creator's Tips & Advice

Consider a southerly transatlantic route to avoid rough seas and potential seasickness
Book a 20-day cruise only after working your way up to longer sailings
Check the exact departure port for New York City cruises, as terminals can be in Manhattan, Brooklyn, or Bayonne

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Getting bored on a 20-day cruise with many sea daysFind work to do, as remote work can fill time; also, you likely wouldn't start with a 20-day cruise but work up to it
Meal repetition over a long sailingThere is a good rotation with different themes nightly, including specialty restaurants and free options

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to take a 20-day transatlantic cruise?
QHow do you avoid boredom on long sea days?
QWhat are the dining options on a Holland America ship?
QHow can you prepare for potential rough seas on a transatlantic crossing?

Topics Covered

Entertainment Activities3 Happy BaconService Crew2 Happy BaconWifi Connectivity1½ Sad BaconDining Main2½ Happy BaconDining Specialty2 Happy BaconItinerary Route2½ Happy BaconPort Destination3 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Amsterdam2½ Happy Bacon
Copenhagen3 Happy Bacon
Top: Tivoli Gardens
New York City1½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

This podcast episode discusses Doug's 20-day sailing experience on the Holland America Line's ship ms Rotterdam. Doug and Richard discuss boredom with all those sea days, music, meals, and internet connectivity. Doug shares his experience at the exact spot where the Titanic sank, stepping out of his comfort zone by trying new things like painting and playing pickleball. They also briefly mention the ports of call on Richard's Rotterdam sailing, including Copenhagen's Tivoli Gardens and the Little Mermaid statue. Doug dispels some myths about cruising at the end of the episode.