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Our First Impressions of the Diamond Princess | Cruise Podcast

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👁️ 2K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 53:49
What This Creator Said
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❤️ Best for CoupleAsia · Spring · 11 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We're a travel loving couple who have been on over 26 cruises, sailed 19 different ships, and explored 51 ports of call across 24 countries.

This is through Gold Getaways. So, if you're interested in becoming a travel agent and getting to take advantage of some of these same things that we do, you can certainly do that by joining GoGo Getaways.

I think the food's been really good. Yeah. Both at the buffet and at dinner last night. Yeah. And the pizza. The pizza. Actually, I'm almost on the fence of declaring Princess is having the best pizza so far.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Get the Princess Plus package for value on drinks, Wi-Fi, and gratuities.
Use the Princess Medallion for convenience and contactless service.
Research the ship's demographic and activities before booking.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Older demographic on Princess cruisesResearch the cruise line's typical audience and activities to set expectations.
Ship is older (built in 2004)The ship is well-maintained; age doesn't mean run-down.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the first impressions of the Diamond Princess?
QHow does the Princess Medallion technology work?
QIs the Princess Plus package worth the cost?

Topics Covered

Drink Package3½ Happy BaconService Crew3 Happy BaconCrowd Capacity1½ Happy BaconValue Pricing2½ Happy BaconShip Condition2 Happy BaconEntertainment Activities3 Happy BaconPool Deck2½ Happy BaconDining Buffet1½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

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YouTube Video Description

Our First Impressions of the Diamond Princess from on the ship! We sit down in the Skywalker Lounge for a drink and to talk about our first impressions of the Diamond Princess of Princess Cruises. This sailing was from April 5 to April 16, 2025. _______________________________________________ ✅ JOIN OUR CHANNEL FOR EXCLUSIVE PERKS | Become a channel member here: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwyYVvfqoeIzccrIJPey6DA/join 🌺 HAWAII GROUP CRUISE 2025 🌺 https://forms.gle/2jVhr7gQD86xuEh29 ⭐ DISNEY FANTASY GROUP CRUISE 2026 ⭐ https://forms.gle/AHEyxrvahWjE7bAs9 🛍️ SHOP OUR CLOSET 🏬 https://poshmark.com/closet/thewdwcouple SOCIAL MEDIA You can find us here: https://www.travelwithjoshandtaylor.com/links Book your next cruise with Taylor 👩 📧 Taylor@goldgellgetaways.com START PLANNING YOUR NEXT VACATION: Book your next vacation with our partners at Goldgell Getaways! 📧 info@goldgellgetaways.com Not sure how to start traveling: ✈️ https://www.travelwithjoshandtaylor.com/travel-planning-resources CONTACT US travelwithjoshandtaylor@gmail.com https://www.travelwithjoshandtaylor.com/contact-us MUSIC https://share.epidemicsound.com/3diy17 https://www.musicbed.com/ VIDEO https://www.vecteezy.com/members/jtrmedia/invite _______________________________________________ ABOUT US We’re Josh and Taylor, a travel-loving couple with a passion for cruising, photography, and creating unforgettable memories. On this channel, we specialize in cruise travel, offering expert tips, destination guides, and insider advice to help you plan your dream vacation at sea. Whether it’s reviewing cruise ships, exploring exciting port destinations, or sharing our favorite food and experiences, we aim to inspire you to embark on your own adventures. Join us as we check off items on our cruise bucket list, share behind-the-scenes moments, and offer the best resources for couples, families, and solo travelers looking to make the most of their vacations. Hit that subscribe button, and let’s sail into our next GETAWAY together!