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Diamond Princess. Port Lincoln and onward to home. An indulgence cruise from Melbourne – Ep 5.

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👁️ 4K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 36:22
What This Creator Said
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❤️ Best for CoupleSouth_pacificFrom MelbourneVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

We thought this cruise was all sunshine and smooth sailing... but Mother Nature had a few surprises in store!

The Medallion system is a game changer. A solid 10 out of 10, but the food was a bit of a mixed bag.

Four stars out of five. Four out of five. Yes, definitely. For sure.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Check your dental appointments before cruising to avoid mid-cruise emergencies.
Use the Medallion system for easy boarding, room entry, and locating travel buddies.
Walk around the ship to explore different decks and find your favorite spots.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Navigating disembarkation and crowdsPrincess handles disembarkation efficiently; it's quick and organized.
Finding favorite spots on the shipExplore different decks; the ship is easy to maneuver and not too big.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is Port Lincoln like as a cruise port?
QWhat are the highs and lows of the Diamond Princess cruise experience?
QHow does the Medallion system enhance the cruise experience?

Topics Covered

Disembarkation4 Happy BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconShip Condition3½ Happy BaconDining Main1½ Happy BaconDining Buffet1 Happy BaconDining Room Service3½ Sad BaconDining Specialty4 Happy BaconEntertainment Casino2½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Melbourne1½ Happy Bacon
Port Lincoln3½ Happy Bacon
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Meh — no strong opinion either way

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YouTube Video Description

🚢🌊 From Port Lincoln's Wild Encounters to Melbourne's Gentle Goodbye! We thought this cruise was all sunshine and smooth sailing... but Mother Nature had a few surprises in store! 😱 Join us as we: • Explore Port Lincoln: Stunning, but were we really prepared for THAT? 😳 • Experience the bittersweet farewell as our Diamond Princess journey ends in Port Melbourne 😢 • Plus!...The Good, the Bad, and the Buffet: Our brutally honest cruise review. You won't believe what happened with the toast... 🍞 Is cruising REALLY worth it? Find out in this epic adventure! If you enjoyed this video, please hit the "like" button and subscribe to the channel to be notified each time we load further videos of our travels. Finally, don't hesitate to add your comments, they would be most welcome. ABOUT RHONDA & ANDREW We live in Melbourne, Australia. Now both retired, we have found an interest in cruising and enjoy sharing our experiences with others who have similar interests. This channel seems to be an ideal outlet to impart our cruising adventures plus create lasting memories. We hope you enjoy our insights and adventures. #cruise #diamondlprincess #princesscruises #Cruisereview #Portlincoln #travelfail #DiamondPrincessAdventures #TravelVlog