I Took a Cruise that Sailed Through a STORM Every Night...

Editorial Summary

The creator recounts a three-night cruise aboard the MSC Splendida in Europe during January, which was marked by unexpectedly rough seas and stormy weather. After booking a bargain fare to visit Civitavecchia, the traveler experienced significant weather shifts, including heavy rain in Italy and high winds at sea. The cruise line issued written warnings to all cabins regarding potential challenging conditions, including wind gusts exceeding 35 knots. Due to the severe weather, the scheduled stop at La Goulette was cancelled for safety reasons, leading the ship to sail at sea before eventually docking in Palma de Mallorca. The creator explains various cruise ship protocols observed during the storm, such as emptying swimming pools to maintain stability and using nets to signal pool closures. Despite being stationed in a balcony cabin at the very front of the ship, the creator reported not feeling seasick and praised the vessel's stability. The video concludes with observations on the impact of salt spray on the ship and a recommendation to use travel insurance to claim compensation for missed ports of call.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.