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I Took The World's Cheapest Solo Cruise!

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πŸ‘οΈ 6K viewsπŸ“… 2 years ago⏱️ 23:29
What This Creator Said
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🧍 Best for SoloMediterranean · Winter · 5 nightsFirst-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 on board the cheapest cruise in the world so this Cruise it cost me Β£179 for five nights

the spaghetti was possibly the best spaghetti that I've ever had it was so nice

the water slides are free and they are absolutely brilliant definitely the best thing about this ship

I've only managed to win enough money to pay for this Cruise so the cruise is free

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Remind yourself that a cheap cruise means you get what you pay for
βœ“If you want vegan options, bring protein shakes as there are limited choices
βœ“Book spa days on sea days, not port days, to avoid crowds

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Getting sick from norovirus on the ship β€” Cross fingers and hope for the best, as extra precautions are taken
Not getting vegan food options β€” Bring protein shakes and know where the secret milk cupboard is

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the world's cheapest solo cruise worth it?
QWhat do you get for Β£30 a night on a cruise?
QWhat are the pros and cons of sailing with Costa Cruises?

Topics Covered

Water Park4Β½ Happy BaconPool Deck1 Sad BaconShip Condition1Β½ Sad BaconCrowd Capacity2 Sad BaconValue Pricing4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Palma de Mallorca3 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description↓

I booked a ridiculously cheap cruise on Costa Smeralda. This is my first time cruising with Costa Cruises, so find out what I loved and hated about the ship and whether it was worth it or not. Want a cruise like this...? πŸ‘‰ Get my hand-picked cruise deals by email: https://www.cruisemummy.co.uk/subscribe/ πŸ‘‰Read my full review of this cruise: https://www.cruisemummy.co.uk/costa-smeralda-review/ About Cruise Mummy: My name’s Jenni and I’ve worked in the cruise industry since 2015. I was recently voted Favourite Cruise Travel Influencer at the 2023 Wave Awards. My goal is to help as many people as possible to make the most of their cruises and my cruise blog helps around 1 million people each month. If you’d like to contact me, my email address is jenni@cruisemummy.co.uk