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Was My FIRST SOLO CRUISE Experience on the NCL Breakaway a MISTAKE?

SIG the Solo Cruiser
SIG the Solo Cruiser
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👁️ 10K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 1:13:02
What This Creator Said
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🧍 Best for SoloCaribbean · Spring · 4 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

today has been quite interesting for my first experience on NCL after over 30 solo cruises it's my first solo cruise on Norwegian Cruise Line

I felt nickel and dime before even stepping onto the ship since this was my first time cruising NL I for a basic package that I could get

I love love love my state room this solo Ocean View cabin I absolutely love it and I would recommend it

this was the absolute best solo experience ever for meeting and connecting with other solos

Creator's Tips & Advice

Use the KYSS BAG to secure belongings at beach stops
Pre-order gluten-free items 24 hours in advance on NCL
Attend solo meetups to connect with other solo travelers
Take advantage of the espresso machine in the solo studio lounge

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Feeling nickel-and-dimedForm your own opinion despite complaints; NCL has good solo program
Safety of belongings at beach stopsUse a lockable bag like KYSS BAG to secure items
Meeting other solo travelersAttend solo meetups; NCL does this very well with diverse age groups

Questions This Creator Answers

QWas my first solo cruise on NCL Breakaway a mistake?
QIs NCL better than other cruise lines for solo travelers?
QHow do you keep your things safe when traveling solo at a beach stop?

Topics Covered

Value Pricing2½ Sad BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconSafety Medical4½ Happy BaconPort Destination3½ Happy BaconCabin Interior4½ Happy BaconPool Deck1½ Sad BaconEntertainment Activities2 Happy BaconDining Buffet1 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Great Stirrup Cay3½ Happy Bacon
Nassau1½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Solo Cruise Vlog: Curious about solo cruising on the NCL Breakaway? Watch my experience to see if it was a mistake! Find out if it's the best cruise for solo travelers. Protect your belongings with a KYSS BAG: https://www.kyssbag.com/?ref=fjamakvd Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNMluanxMoiCVma3qT9Hcwg/join #travel #travelvlog #solotravel #cruisingalone 🍾HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT MY CHANNEL: ✅Watch, Like, Comment, & Subscribe ✅YouTube Thanks button ➡ CONNECT WITH ME: ⭐️ Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok: sigcruiser 👑 Email: cheryl@sigcruiser.com ➡Cruise Kibitz Podcasts: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCATI2RmROvO545efh6rCoOw 👍If you like this video or find it helpful for cruising alone, please LIKE and SHARE! Drop a note in the comments if you have any questions about solo cruising, gluten-free cruising, or cruising as an introvert. Also, let me know if there's a solo cruise travel topic you would like me to cover! Channel Members: @parkersonthego @teamreesetravels J. Davis @YourFavoriteCouple @solocruisingandmore @SeeItWithC @EvolvingwithEtta Phyllis Johnson Kimberly Cooper MsDeeDee Krystle M @heymrsparker