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I Walked UNDER a Cruise Ship! | Fred Olsen Balmoral Drydock Experience

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I was over the moon to be invited by Fred Olsen to visit the shipyard in Falmouth to see Balmoral in Dry Dock during her scheduled refit in December 2024

words can't describe how happy I was to be able to walk around a part of the ship that is usually underwater

it was a true bucket list moment and walking under the hull of Balmoral is something I will never forget

I really hope you've enjoyed this more unique video and that it's given you a brief insight into what's involved in a dry dock

Creator's Tips & Advice

Visit a dry dock if you get the chance to see ship maintenance up close
Appreciate the engineering marvels of cruise ships beyond just passenger areas

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat happens during a cruise ship dry dock?
QHow does walking under a cruise ship in dry dock feel?

Topics Covered

Ship Condition4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Falmouth2½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

ad • Join me as I tell you all about a true bucket list moment for me - walking UNDERNEATH a cruise ship in dry dock! In this video I'll tell you about our visit to the A&P shipyard at Falmouth in December 2024 where we got to see Fred Olsen's Balmoral in drydock! I'll show you round her rudder, propellers and bow section whilst giving some updates of what's been refurbished both above and below the waterline! I really hope you enjoy this unique video! If you do, please like and subscribe as it's massively appreciated! Want to know more about Cruising with Matthew? Then click the link below to see my other social media channels! https://linktr.ee/cruisingwithmatthew A massive thank you to Fred Olsen for this incredible experience and to A&P Falmouth for showing us around the hull of Balmoral! *Photos of the Thistle Restaurant were kindly supplied by Fred Olsen