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Live Cruise Q&A: Sunday 1 March 2026 : 9am PT/ Noon ET / 5pm UK

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Other · Spring · 31 nightsFrom Buenos AiresVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm Gary Benbridge, of course, and the channel Steps for Travelers.

I'm heading off. In fact, I'm flying on Thursday to Buenus Aries uh to join a 31 night uh cruise around I guess three quarters of South America ending up in Fort Lauderdale.

Kunard is without any shadow of a doubt uh a premium line the same as Holland America Princess.

I take basically almost no yen. In Japan, it is extremely card Apple um Apple card friendly.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Use cards instead of cash in Japan for most purchases.
Book through Shore Excursions Group with code TFT5 for a 5% discount.
For a first ultra-luxury cruise, consider a repositioning cruise for better value.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhen do you expect 2028 cruisers to be released?
QIs there a difference between a super luxury ship and a mainstream ship?
QHow do you determine how much yen to take to Japan?
QWhat are the best things to do in Tokyo on a short visit?
QWhich river cruise line is best for a first-time river cruiser?

Topics Covered

Booking Process2 Happy BaconValue Pricing1 Happy BaconItinerary Route3 Happy BaconService Crew1½ Happy BaconKids Family1 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Tokyo3 Happy Bacon
Hong Kong2 Happy Bacon
Buenos Aires1½ Happy Bacon
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