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FIRST TIME In USA 🇺🇸 America is NOT What We Expected…

Jay and Karolina - Videos
Jay and Karolina - Videos
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👁️ 692K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 30:53

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Editorial Summary

A travel creator documents their first journey from London to Miami to board the MSE World America cruise ship. The video begins with the logistics of checking in at Heathrow Airport, where the creators navigate self-service kiosks and digital bag tagging. During the American Airlines flight, they discuss the economy seating, the meal service, and a glitch in the onboard entertainment system. Upon arrival in Miami, the creators describe a rigorous immigration process involving intense questioning and fingerprinting. They navigate the city using the MIA mover and the metro rail, noting the high-tech nature of the transportation. After withdrawing cash and checking into the CitizenM hotel, they review their compact, modern room and its smart technology. The trip continues with a visit to Bayside Marketplace, where they try a traditional Cuban sandwich and observe local cultural influences. The creators conclude by noting the modern atmosphere of Miami, highlighted by seeing a delivery robot on the street, and express excitement for their upcoming cruise experience.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for MSC World America
Bacon Bliss
All-time creator consensus for MSC World America
Solid Strip

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsCruise Vlog🥉Knowledgeable CreatorSponsored
❤️ Best for CoupleCaribbean · 3 nightsFrom MiamiFirst-Time Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

The food on American Airlines was just okay. I would give it a 6 out of 10.

This ship is going to be unreal. It is so so big. It can hold over 6,000 guests.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Use digital payments for transit in Miami.
Get some cash out upon arrival for small purchases.
Book the Citizen M hotel for a reasonably priced, modern stay.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Immigration process being strict and interrogativeBe prepared for questions about your purpose of visit; it's normal for them to be thorough.
First time on a cruiseBe extremely excited to experience everything the ship has to offer.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to fly to the US for the first time from the UK?
QWhat is the experience of being on a cruise for the first time?
QWhat is the MSC World America ship like?

Topics Covered

Embarkation4 Happy BaconPort Destination4½ Happy BaconItinerary Route4 Happy BaconCrowd Capacity4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Miami3 Happy Bacon
Ocean Key4½ Happy Bacon
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