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Chandris SS Britanis Promotional Videos (late 1980s)

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👁️ 3K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 16:49
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Caribbean · Winter · 7 nightsFrom Montego Bay

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I want you to feel at home and I promise to you that all of us will try to do our best to make a cruise a pleasant one

this is my first cruise and I was very pleasantly surprised to find such a large State room with comfortable beds

it was very exciting it was nice meeting and talking to New Friends The Rum punches are sinful the cuisine is exquisite

it's just been a wonderful wonderful week

Creator's Tips & Advice

Wet longer hair before putting on snorkel mask
Save room for dessert including crepes suzettes prepared tableside
Try the breakfast buffets featuring tropical fruit and warm baked goods

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Room size and comfortState rooms are large with comfortable beds, comparable to first class hotels

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat activities are available on the SS Britanis?
QWhat are the cabin accommodations like?
QWhat destinations does the ship visit?

Topics Covered

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YouTube Video Description

A promotional video of the SS Britanis of Chandris Fantasy Cruises from 1987. The Britanis began life as the US built Monterey in 1932. She sailed from 1932 to 1956 as the Monterey. From 1956 to 1963 as the Matsonia and from 1963 to 1970 as the Lurline. In 1971, Chandris purchased the ship and named her the Britanis. The Britanis sailed with Chandris up until 1994. She sank on her way to the breakers in 2000.