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Don's Family Vacations
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👁️ 11K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 1:03:26
What This Creator Said
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Northern_europe · Summer · 23 nightsFrom New YorkVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

it was probably one of the the most amazing times that I've had I mean we've had some great adventures but uh going to Europe for the first time I I can't recommend it enough to anybody that has any interest in Europe at all it was amazing

I really appreciate the historical significance of Holland America line I didn't really understand it until we went uh to Australia on the North Dam and I saw the history of Holland America

I can't wait to do the next one yeah uh to your point it's you just do whatever you want and it was very low stressed and uh I can't wait to do the next one

Creator's Tips & Advice

Get travel insurance with high medical coverage and evacuation insurance
Book through a travel agent for stress-free planning and price monitoring
For transatlantic cruises, bring layered clothing for varying temperatures
For first-time cruisers, prepare to be addicted to cruising

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Sea days might be boringSea days are relaxing and allow you to come back more refreshed than on port-intensive cruises
What to do on a ship with many sea daysShips offer entertainment, activities, and you can lounge around; it's low-stress and enjoyable

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to go on a first transatlantic cruise?
QHow do you handle cruise line overbooking issues?
QWhat are the best ways to prepare for a cruise with many sea days?
QHow does booking through a travel agent compare to booking directly?

Topics Covered

Itinerary Route4½ Happy BaconService Crew3½ Happy BaconDining Specialty4 Happy BaconEntertainment Activities3½ Happy BaconBooking Process4 Happy BaconExcursions3½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Amsterdam4 Happy Bacon
Copenhagen4 Happy Bacon
Edinburgh4 Happy Bacon
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