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First Time on a Luxury Cruise: The Truth NOBODY Told Me

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What This Creator Said
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πŸ‘Ά Best for Family (Young Kids)Alaska Β· Summer Β· 7 nightsFrom SeattleOccasional Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

I actually found that the specialty restaurants, which again, um on our cruise ship there were four and they were included. I actually thought that they were really, really good.

If you are somebody that finds being on a cruise ship with three, four, or five thousand other people just a little bit too much, I think that you would really enjoy this.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Pack for every single season and definitely pack layers for Alaska.
βœ“Take a picture of the daily planner to easily check activities and opening hours on your phone.
βœ“Look for the room service menu on the TV if you can't find it.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Dress code and social atmosphere β€” It is not stuffy; people dress nicely for dinner but it is resort casual during the day, and passengers are friendly.
Hidden costs/nickel and diming β€” There is no nickel and diming; gratuities, Wi-Fi, and specialty dining are included.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the dress code like?
QAre people very fancy?
QWhat is included on Oceania Cruises?
QIs the dining good?
QIs the atmosphere stuffy or snotty?

Topics Covered

Value Pricing4Β½ Happy BaconDining Specialty4Β½ Happy BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconShip Condition4Β½ Happy BaconPool Deck4Β½ Happy BaconCrowd Capacity4Β½ Happy BaconPort Destination4Β½ Happy BaconItinerary Route4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Icy Strait Point4Β½ Happy Bacon
Top: 4x4 Jeep excursion
Ketchikan3 Happy Bacon
Top: Lumberjack show
Seattle3Β½ Happy Bacon
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We recently went on our first small ship luxury cruise onboard Oceania Riviera. Coming from mainstream cruise lines, this Alaska cruise onboard Oceania Cruises was very different in many ways we didn't expect. In this video I share our full experience on our 7 day luxury cruise, as well as answer questions you may have. This is an honest review of the cruise cabins, dining, atmosphere & Alaska cruise ports & excursions. You'll also learn what is included on Oceania Cruises, so you can decide if a small luxury cruise experience is worth it to you. This video is perfect if you're comparing cruises or wondering what it is like to sail with Oceania Cruises, as I answer common questions based on what we found during our 7 day Alaska cruise onboard Oceania Riviera. You'll also get information about the Alaska cruise ports, including Ketchikan, Sitka, Icy Strait Point and Victoria BC. Since I've taken over 50 cruises with mainstream & premium cruise lines, this is an honest review of our first Oceania cruise. πŸ›³ THE ULTIMATE CRUISE PLANNER πŸ›³ Get the Life Well Cruised ULTIMATE CRUISE PLANNER ($10 off for a limited time). The printable planner includes 47 pages of checklists, packing lists, shore excursion forms & more! here: https://lifewellcruised.com/ultimate-... *Travel agency I recommend - MEI Travel (no fee): http://bookmeicruise.com/lifewellcruised *Newsletter sign up: https://lifewellcruised.com/free-pack... ______ The links in this description are affiliate links, meaning that I will make a commission on purchases you make through my links, at no extra cost to you. As Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. CRUISE TRAVEL ESSENTIALS Airplane pocket: https://amzn.to/4ct2ocB Over the door organizer: https://amzn.to/4e3lVRj Hanging toiletry bag: https://amzn.to/3Nb8fFY Compression packing cubes: https://amzn.to/3VPbPuI Magnet hooks: https://amzn.to/3yP2xXU Magnetic fan: https://amzn.to/4rsQO7C Flat fan: https://amzn.to/4anGtDX Passport wallet: https://amzn.to/3f6VqNW No surge power cube (with USB): https://amzn.to/3TGq8lY Travel adapter (fast charging): https://amzn.to/3MsJ4Dx European travel adapter: https://amzn.to/3NSWoBI Clear TSA toiletry bags: https://amzn.to/44PAoNq Cruise lanyards: https://amzn.to/3uNZBFb Cruise card holder: https://amzn.to/3EWtRUL Passport holder wallet: https://amzn.to/3f6VqNW Waterproof phone cases on lanyards: https://amzn.to/3iXCuT6 Portable charger w/cables: https://amzn.to/4rFkQVQ iWalk: https://amzn.to/4ra2ht2 Waterproof waist pouch: https://amzn.to/4iiYunH Towel bands: https://amzn.to/3S4bd3B Travel jewelry bag: https://amzn.to/2SY190s Night light (motion sensor): https://amzn.to/33eMEqP Bonine: https://amzn.to/3NE87zo Air tags: https://amzn.to/4cvYgru Cruise magnet decorations: https://amzn.to/3KCUKmt CRUISE LUGGAGE TAGS: Carnival, Princess, HAL, MSC: https://amzn.to/3Efz8JK Royal Caribbean, Celebrity: https://amzn.to/4jjZ7yU *LEVEL8 LUGGAGE (use discount code LIFEWELLCRUISED15 for 15% off): https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-10115055... *Nomad Lane carry-on bag (use discount code LIFE10 for 10% off): https://nomad-lane.myshopify.com/disc... More Items we LOVE @ Life Well Cruised Amazon Store: https://amzn.to/3QaoV29 _______ FTC LEGAL DISCLOSURE - Some links found in the description box of my videos are affiliate links, meaning that I will make a commission on purchases you make through my links, at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products and services that I personally like and trust. _______ *Business inquiries & media: please contact Ilana at lifewellcruised@gmail.com Please note that I am unable to give personal cruise and travel advice. If you leave a comment I try my best to answer. ABOUT ME Hi! I'm Ilana! I live in Montreal, Canada with my husband Frank. We can often be found dreaming about and planning future cruises, ideally to hot and sunny destinations! I believe in having fun, being kind and that you are never too old, or too young, to live the life of your dreams! Please note that I do not sell cruises on Life Well Cruised. This and all other videos are for entertainment purposes only. I share my own opinions, personal experiences and information with other cruise travellers, which I hope can be helpful. Please contact your travel agent or the cruise line directly for advice and any information specific to your booking. ____________ Music Credit: Surf Time by Lux-InspiraMusicMusic