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I Took a $200 SOLO Cruise for 3 Days… Here’s What Happened! (You Won’t Believe This!)

Roseland Lashay
Roseland Lashay
Casual
👁️ 704K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 25:59

Key Moments

Editorial Summary

The creator documents a three day solo cruise on the MSC Deina, which was booked for approximately two hundred dollars. The video begins with a tour of the stateroom, where the creator highlights the spacious bathroom, large bed, and a balcony upgrade that provides an unobstructed view of Miami. Throughout the trip, the creator explores various ship amenities, including the buffet, dining rooms, and live music areas. The itinerary includes stops in the Bahamas and Ocean Cay, where the creator spends several hours relaxing on the beach and exploring the island. While the creator notes some inconsistencies with food quality and long lines at breakfast, they conclude that the experience was well worth the low cost. The journey ends with the creator reflecting on the peaceful nature of the trip before returning to work.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for MSC Cruises USA
A Nibble
All-time creator consensus for MSC Cruises USA
A Nibble

This review is in line with the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsCruise VlogCasual Creator
🧍 Best for SoloOther · 3 nightsFrom Miami

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

y'all we booked a 3-day cruise for $200 look at this it's so pretty I'm excited

the relaxation alone is good enough but let's continue with the room tour

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book cruises when they are on sale to get a good price.
Consider a balcony upgrade for a better view.
Get to the buffet early to avoid long lines.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing what to expect from a budget cruiseThe relaxation alone is good enough, and it's worth the $200 price.
Finding activities on the shipExplore the ship to find live music, bars, and other amenities.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is it like to take a solo cruise for just $200?
QWhat are the best moments of a solo trip on a budget cruise?
QWhat are the surprising and not-so-surprising experiences on board?
QWhat budget-friendly cruise tips can be learned?

Topics Covered

Cabin Balcony3 Happy BaconDining Buffet1½ Sad BaconDining Main1 Sad BaconValue Pricing3½ Happy BaconPort Destination2½ Happy BaconBooking Process3 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Bahamas2 Happy Bacon
Top: Swim with pigs
Miami2½ Happy Bacon
Ocean Cay3 Happy Bacon
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