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Mediterranean · Fall · 7 nightsFrom BarcelonaVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

We've now worked out it's not really worth having speciality dining or even going to dinner or even getting changed for dinner when there's some sailings or sailouts

We've now actually factor that in. We very often now will say, 'Oh, buffet buffet.'

I would rather that than go to dinner and in fact we have now done that so I don't know who that lady was and her friends but that has actually that would be a hammer for me that's changed my perspective

If you can afford it, do it. Give it a well at least give it a go once.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Plan your cruises around scenic sailings and consider skipping specialty dining to enjoy the views.
Consider ocean view cabins as a good compromise, especially in ports with poor weather.
If you can afford it, try a suite at least once for the experience.
Book drinks packages before Black Friday to lock in prices if rates might increase.
Stay at a hotel near the port the night before and after a cruise, especially for short sailings.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHave you ever had an aha moment on a cruise?
QWhat are good cocktail recommendations for Celebrity Ascent?
QWhat is your perfect cruise if cruising were free?
QHow many cruises have you booked?
QIs it worth booking a drinks package now or waiting for Black Friday?

Topics Covered

Dining Specialty1½ Sad BaconCabin Suite3 Happy BaconService Crew3½ Happy BaconItinerary Route2½ Happy BaconBooking Process3 Happy BaconCabin Interior1½ Happy BaconCabin Balcony2½ Happy BaconDining Bars Drinks2 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Barcelona1 Happy Bacon
Gibraltar3 Happy Bacon
Southampton1½ Happy Bacon
How to read the Trip Bacon Score
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Sad Bacon — creators took issue with this
Meh — no strong opinion either way

Scale: 0–5 strips in half-step increments. 0 = “meh”, 5 = “bacon bliss”. Aggregated from creator-review sentiment, weighted by channel expertise.

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