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EmmaCruises and Tips for Travellers (Gary Bembridge) LIVE Cruise Chat

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πŸ‘οΈ 50K viewsπŸ“… 4 years ago⏱️ 1:00:33

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Editorial Summary

In this live stream, EmmaCruises hosts Gary Bembridge from Tips for Travellers to discuss post-pandemic cruising experiences and personal rankings of various cruise lines. Gary shares his recent travels on lines such as Viking, Celebrity, and Virgin Voyages, noting that short cruises can be more tiring due to the intensive nature of content creation. The conversation covers specific ship designs, such as the nooks and crannies found on Virgin ships compared to the more open layouts of Princess. The creators also address viewer questions regarding travel recommendations for seasoned travelers, suggesting Alaska as a premier destination for adventure. They discuss the logistical differences in COVID-19 testing protocols between US and UK cruise lines and provide advice on booking specialty dining and cabin types. The discussion concludes with insights into specific cruise lines like Disney, Holland America, and Cunard, while the hosts compare their respective content styles and target audiences.

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Solid Strip

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i've done six oh that's pretty impressive what what have you done i think i know but i thought yeah so i did i started um with the uh venus uh then did saga

my i think my favorite was viking and um and the reason of my favorite vikings i had only ever toured the ships before i hadn't been on the ships

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Choose one of the big three regions (Caribbean, Mediterranean, Alaska) for a first cruise
βœ“Book specialty dining venues on Viking cruises, especially the chef's table
βœ“Be prepared for extra costs on Norwegian Epic, as many things are chargeable

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Choosing a first cruise destination β€” Look at the big three regions: Caribbean, Mediterranean, or Alaska, based on what's important to you

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat cruise would you recommend for a seasoned world traveler who has never been on a cruise?
QWhat are some tips for booking restaurants on Viking cruises?
QWhat alternatives do you recommend to Cunard?

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