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We Took a 7 Night Budget Cruise On a Cruise Line We've NEVER Heard of Before

Cruise With Ben and David
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👁️ 408K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 36:01
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❤️ Best for CoupleMediterranean · Spring · 7 nightsFrom AthensVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we've just returned from a seven night budget cruise with a cruise line we've never really heard of before

it was so well organized basically it just turned up at the desk and said that you were here sold out a quick Health questionnaire fit form then we went and got this

the food is different it's Greek food so it's not all of the same stuff you get on every other Cruise Line super unusual super tasty

this cruise this time next year in May is only 699 pounds which is 870 dollars now that's not all it also includes basic drinks with your dinner

Creator's Tips & Advice

Bring layers for variable weather, as it can be chilly even in Greece in late May
Wear good walking shoes for steep hills and uneven pavements
Consider booking the Exclusive package for upgraded drinks and shore excursion vouchers

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Weather might be colder than expectedBring layers and a light jacket, even in Greece in late May
Shore excursions might be rushed or limitedExcursions are included but you can buy extra ones; plan for self-exploration time

Questions This Creator Answers

QWas this budget cruise on an unknown cruise line worth it?
QWhat is the experience like on a smaller, older ship in the Mediterranean?
QHow does the food and itinerary compare to larger cruise lines?

Topics Covered

Ship Condition4 Happy BaconCabin Balcony4 Happy BaconService Crew4½ Happy BaconCrowd Capacity3½ Happy BaconValue Pricing4 Happy BaconExcursions3½ Happy BaconItinerary Route4½ Happy BaconDining Main4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Kusadasi4 Happy Bacon
Top: Ephesus and carpet factory tour (70 euros)
Thessaloniki4 Happy Bacon
Top: Scenic bus tour
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YouTube Video Description

Join us as we set sail on a 7-night BUDGET CRUISE with a Cruise Line, not many people have EVER HEARD OF! Head to https://squarespace.com/benanddavid to save 10% off your first purchase of a website or domain using code benanddavid We were shocked and surprised! It was not what we expected at all. We visited two ports in this video - Thessaloniki in Greece and Kusadasi in Turkey. Join us as we enjoy some unique food and adventures! This video is sponsored by Squarespace. Thank you to Celestyal Cruises for inviting us onboard. They paid for the cruise, ground transfers, and flights but do not have any control over our content and will not see or approve our content before release. ------------ ⭐ Show your support and get exclusive access to videos, a live zoom chat, postcards, your name on our videos, and more! Become a Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/benanddavid 🛒 Visit our Amazon shop for cruise must-haves (Affiliate link): https://www.amazon.com/shop/cruisewithbendavid 🚢 Book CHEAPER Shore Excursions with Viator (Affiliate link): https://www.viator.com/?pid=P00089568&mcid=42383&medium=link ▶️ Check out our Cruise Tips and News Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@InsideCruise 📧 Join our FREE email newsletter: http://bit.ly/3XuZdsy 📸 Follow us on Instagram!: https://www.instagram.com/cruisewithbenanddavid 📖 Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cruisewith ✉️ Contact us: ahoy@cruisewith.co.uk 00:00 Introduction 00:25 Boarding the Ship 02:35 Junior Suite cabin tour 07:00 Muster Drill 08:10 Celestial Crystal Tour 10:33 About Celestial Cruises 15:00 Buffet Dinner 17:36 Thessaloniki 25:38 Main Dining Room Dinner 29:01 Kuşadası and Ephesus 34:30 7 Couse Greek Tasting Menu