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I Just Spent 7 Days Crossing the Atlantic Ocean on a Cruise Ship

La Lido Loca
La Lido Loca
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πŸ‘οΈ 372K viewsπŸ“… 3 years ago⏱️ 10:27

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Editorial Summary

Tony from La Lido Loca shares his observations after completing a seven day transatlantic crossing on the MS Rotterdam. Addressing common concerns regarding ocean conditions, he provides a daily visual log of the sea states. He notes that while there was some movement and rolling, the ship's stabilizers prevented the extreme waves often depicted in dramatic media headlines. He describes the ocean as ranging from calm to slightly more rolly, but nothing he considered excessive. Regarding the common fear of boredom during extended sea days, the creator explains that the cruise line provides extensive enrichment activities. These include guest lectures, craft classes, sports like pickleball, and various entertainment options. He concludes that he was never bored and found the time passed quickly, even with the logistical challenge of four noon time changes. Ultimately, he expresses a surprising desire to continue the sea days rather than rushing to port, recommending the experience to others.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Rotterdam
Seriously Tasty
All-time creator consensus for Rotterdam
A Nibble

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

What This Creator Said
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Transatlantic Β· Spring Β· 7 nightsFrom New YorkFirst-Time Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

the sea days are about to end this is my eighth C Day on the MS Rotterdam we're we're across the Atlantic at this point we're almost to the UK

the rocking of the ship has been minimal and I say minimal because it's not been completely zero even right now as I'm sitting here there's a little rolling back and forth of the ship

I have not been bored and let me tell you the most surprising thing about these seven days it sees how quickly they have gone by

I would recommend it uh but you know that's just my experience

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

rough seas β€” The ship has stabilizers, and seas were calm; minimal rocking occurred.
boredom during sea days β€” The cruise line offers many activities like lectures, classes, and entertainment.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWould I be impacted by rough seas on a transatlantic cruise?
QWould I be bored during the sea days?

Topics Covered

Itinerary Route4 Happy BaconService Crew3Β½ Happy BaconEntertainment Activities4 Happy BaconShip Condition4 Happy BaconPool Deck3Β½ Happy BaconCrowd Capacity2Β½ Happy BaconSafety Medical3Β½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Rotterdam3 Happy Bacon
New York2Β½ Happy Bacon
Plymouth2Β½ Happy Bacon
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