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First Cruise with Norwegian Sun: Vancouver to Tokyo (PART 1)

No Fly Zone Nomads
No Fly Zone Nomads
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👁️ 3K views📅 6 months ago⏱️ 25:33
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❤️ Best for CoupleAlaska · Fall · 17 nightsFrom VancouverFirst-Time Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

We are two retired Canadian Gen Xers who are slow traveling the world without ever stepping foot into an airport.

The food here is amazing. the the uh the staff here is impeccable. It is top-notch.

We've never had separation anxiety from our bags before because since we've done this, the bags have always literally been with us.

We're the No-Fly Zone Nomads. We are two retired Canadian Gen Xers who are slow traveling the world without ever stepping foot into an airport.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Choose an earlier boarding time if you want to get on the ship quickly.
Keep your luggage with you if you don't want to risk separation anxiety.
Use the buffet for meals if you prefer to make your own salad or have more choices.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Separation from luggageConsider keeping your luggage with you to avoid anxiety, as the bags contain all your belongings.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the boarding process like for a first-time cruiser?
QHow is the food and dining experience on the Norwegian Sun?
QWhat are the ports of call on the Alaskan leg of the cruise?

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Port Highlights

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Skagway1½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Having crossed Canada by train, we are now travelling from Vancouver, Canada, to Tokyo, Japan, on a 17-day repositioning cruise. In this video, we share our initial experiences with boarding, luggage handling, dining, and ports of call along the 5-day Alaskan leg of the journey. Shout-out to Dawn and Gregg ❤️ https://www.instagram.com/thepodojils https://www.youtube.com/@thepodojils We are retired GenX Canadians who are setting off to slow-travel the world without setting foot in an airport. Join us on our journey and share in our adventure! Keith's Coaching Channel - https://www.youtube.com/@CanadianCareerCoach #noflyzonenomads #retirementlife #nomadlife #slowtravel #genx #cruiselife #traintravel #southeastasia #canada #cruise #train #retirementtravel #retired #repositioningcruise