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I took a Mini-Cruise on a Ferry! Brittany Ferries, Portsmouth to St Malo - the full experience!

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👁️ 17K views📅 9 months ago⏱️ 44:35
What This Creator Said
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🧍 Best for SoloNorthern_europe · Summer · 1 nightsFrom PortsmouthFirst-Time Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm still gobsmacked that this ferry will fit 1,310 passengers.

This is actually nicer than a couple cruise ships I've been on.

I thought the cabin was comfortable. It was clean, more than acceptable for just one night.

I also highly recommend a visit to San Malo. What a beautiful place.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Bring an adapter for UK to EU sockets.
Arrive 45 minutes before sailing as a foot passenger.
Consider booking a cabin for overnight crossings for comfort.
Explore San Malo's historic walls and local cuisine.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Sleeping in a ferry cabin overnightThe cabin was comfortable, clean, and acceptable for one night; no need to worry.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the experience like on a Brittany Ferries overnight crossing?
QHow does the ferry compare to traditional cruise ships?
QWhat are the facilities and dining options onboard?
QIs St Malo a worthwhile destination to visit?

Topics Covered

Ship Condition4 Happy BaconCrowd Capacity2½ Happy BaconService Crew3½ Happy BaconEntertainment Activities4 Happy BaconDining Bars Drinks3 Happy BaconCabin Interior3½ Happy BaconEmbarkation4 Happy BaconDisembarkation4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Portsmouth3½ Happy Bacon
St Malo4½ Happy Bacon
Top: Three-masted frigate tour
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YouTube Video Description

I took my first ferry journey in 30 years onboard Brittany Ferries Saint Malo from Portsmouth, UK, to St Malo, France, staying in an ocean view cabin overnight. Ferry journeys used to fill me with dread! Let's see if / how they've changed! In this episode I'll show you the check-in and boarding process as a foot passenger, a tour of the ship and all its venues / facilities, a look at my cabin, I'll try out some of the restaurants / food onboard, share drinks menus, experience onboard entertainment and details about the ship. In Portsmouth I'll give you some ideas as to what to do / where to eat, and in St Malo we will spend the day exploring together, and I'll show you my overnight accommodation before our return ferry journey to Portsmouth. This is a different kind of cruising experience for me but is this a mini-cruise too far? Don’t forget to like this video, subscribe and turn on notifications for bi-weekly cruise and travel vlogs plus my Monday night lives! Let’s follow each other on Facebook (jamiewrobins), X, Threads and Instagram @travelblogjamie. You can become an exclusive member / Patron at Patreon.com/travelblogjamie, have personalised videos made for you at Cameo.com/travelblogjamie and find my webpage at beacons.ai/travelblogjamie. #brittanyferries #stmalo #ferry #cruise #cruiseship #travelblogjamie