I Tried the Cheap Mini-Cruise to Amsterdam from Newcastle
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It's honestly a lot better than I expected. Obviously, there's no window in here, there's no balcony.
I'm very impressed with the food, but I was getting pretty stuffed at this point.
Is it a good, cheap alternative to a cruise? Well, I'd probably say no.
The mini cruise itself, maybe not worth it due to how little is included and the very short amount of time spent in Amsterdam.
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Today I’m on the DFDS mini-cruise from Newcastle to Amsterdam to see if it truly feels like a cruise that’s worth doing. 🛄 Get 20% off Level8 Luggage! 20% off all luggage on the Level8 website using code “L81820” at: https://www.tkqlhce.com/click-101431576-15499765 20% discount on Amazon during Prime Day (23-26 June): https://amzn.to/4wz335T [AD] #level8luggage In this video I’m trying what DFDS call their mini cruise on the King Seaways ferry from Newcastle to Amsterdam and back. I’ll show what the mini-cruise experience is like, and whether you should try it out considering the very cheap cruise cost. I’ll board the cruise at the North Shields International terminal, before taking a tour of the ship facilities, bars, observation decks, and my inside cabin. I’ll see what the experience is like on board the DFDS mini-cruise including the food and drink and the sleep quality out on the North Sea before our arrival into Amsterdam. After exploring Amsterdam I’ll return to the ship for one more night including a meal at the North Sea Bistro. And I’ll ultimately answer whether this is just a ferry or can it really be considered a proper cruise experience. And is it worth booking the DFDS mini-cruise. 🎥 Join my Patreon for access to my WhatsApp group, early access to videos, bonus content, and more: https://patreon.com/CharlesOnTravels 📸 Follow my travels in real time on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/charlesontravels 📧 For business enquiries, contact: charlesontravelsenquiries@gmail.com 🎥Want to make your own videos? Shop my equipment (affiliate link): https://amzn.to/49d0qgk 📶 Get 5% off eSIMs from Holafly using my link and promo code “CHARLESONTRAVELS”: https://holafly.sjv.io/c/5800786/3856277/24764 00:00 North Shields International Terminal 01:41 Boarding the DFDS King Seaways 02:15 Inside Cabin Tour 04:29 Unpacking Level8 05:30 DFDS King Seaways Ship Tour 08:14 Sailaway from Newcastle 09:43 Dinner on the DFDS Ferry 11:57 Evening Entertainment and Sunset 13:24 Sleep on the DFDS King Seaways Ferry 14:24 Breakfast and arrival into Amsterdam 15:48 Limited time in Amsterdam 17:30 Evening 2 on the mini cruise 19:41 Cost and Overall Thoughts