Cruise Myth-Busting: Small Ships That Go Beyond a Buffet
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We're your co-hosts, Dana Mccel, and we are your cruise experts and the co-founders of Sometimes Sailing, a website that focuses on small ship cruising.
Small ship cruising offers completely different culinary experiences and we are going to talk about several types including rivers, yachts, expeditions, even small barge cruises, which is one of our favorite culinary experiences.
The lobster we'll talk about in a minute. But there's a teeny tiny galley that I would say is so petite and small. It's a wonder that the incredible chef on our ship could get anything out because he literally is burning wood in there.
Riverside Luxury Cruises. Some of the best food we've ever had, if not the best food on any river cruise line. Their buffet is so phenomenal and so high class and so delicious.
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We’re redefining everything you thought you knew about cruise food as we take you into the incredible world of small ship cruise dining – we’ll show you that cruise food goes way beyond buffets! You'll learn about the completely different culinary experiences waiting for you across river cruises, yacht cruises, expedition cruises, and barge cruises – from the elevated presentations and multiple dining venues on river ships to the hearty, fuel-for-adventure style meals on expeditions and the truly phenomenal, tailored cuisine on intimate barge cruises. Hear our personal stories and honest insights about food quality, dining styles, and unique offerings on each type of vessel, including why "buffet" isn't a dirty word in small ship cruising and what "lobster night" really means when it's done right. Whether you've been hesitant about cruise food based on big ship experiences or you're curious about how dining differs across small ship options, you'll understand precisely what culinary adventures await you and why the food can be one of the most memorable parts of your small ship journey. Check out the articles on our site for photos & more info: • AmaWaterways Food Review (with Drinks) on AmaKristina: https://sometimessailing.com/amawaterways-food-review-with-drinks-on-amakristina/ • Windstar’s “All-Inclusive” Explained: Drinks, WiFi, Dining & More: https://sometimessailing.com/windstar-cruises-all-inclusive-explained-drinks-dining-wifi/ • Outstanding Emerald Destiny River Cruise Food (with Photos!): https://sometimessailing.com/emerald-destiny-river-cruise-food/ • Extensive Emerald Azzurra Food and Drinks Review: https://sometimessailing.com/emerald-azzurra-food-and-drinks-review/ • Maine Cruising: Trip Report Aboard Windjammer American Eagle: https://sometimessailing.com/maine-cruising-trip-report-windjammer-american-eagle/ CHAPTERS 00:35 Exploring the World of Cruise Food on 5 Different Types of Small Ships 02:16 Expectations on Two Different Kinds of Sailing Cruises 09:16 The Ever-So-Popular River Cruises & Cuisine to Expect 23:28 A Culinary Adventure Aboard Yachts 28:27 Expedition Cruise Culinary Expectations 31:53 Unique Dining on Barge Cruises 38:05 A Small Ship Cruise for Every Appetite