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Live Cruise Q&A: Sunday 2 February 2025: UK 5pm / ET Noon / PT 9am

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Asia · WinterFrom TokyoVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I had a lot of issues with soundproofing in the cabin I was in other people did didn't a lot of I think does hinge on your what your um your I'm going to say flatmates the people next door in the cabin are doing

I would probably um actually lean a little bit towards Seaborn Seaborn tends to get uh a sort of more eclectic crowd of people overall in my experience

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Write the word QUESTION in capitals to make it easy for the host to spot your question in a live stream.
✓For underwater photography, consider a GoPro, waterproof phone case, Insta360 X3, or DJI Osmo Pocket with a waterproof case.
✓For Alaska cruises, focus on lines and itineraries that include Glacier Bay.
✓Check visa requirements for your specific passport and destination using official government travel sites.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Navigating large airports like Seattle-Tacoma International — Airports are generally well-signposted, but allow extra time for long distances between terminals.
Tipping culture on Australian excursions — Tipping is not part of Australian culture, but guides will not refuse tips if you choose to give them.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the plus and minus for an Alaska cruise in September?
QWhich cruise line would you suggest for an Alaska cruise and do you feel less motion as you travel the Inside passage?
QIs it worth to upgrade from Princess Grill to Queen's Grill on the Queen Mary 2?
QAre excursions more inexpensive if booked on land in port in Norway?
QDo you think more sustainable Green Ships will come in the future?

Topics Covered

Port Destination2 Happy BaconValue Pricing1½ Happy BaconItinerary Route1½ Happy BaconExcursions2 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Mykonos1 Sad Bacon
Santorini1 Sad Bacon
Alison3 Happy Bacon
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