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I Went On A LUXURY Cruise ALONE - Expectations vs Reality @ExploraJourneys

SIG the Solo Cruiser
SIG the Solo Cruiser
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👁️ 84K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 24:50
What This Creator Said
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🧍 Best for SoloCaribbean · 7 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

I was excited for my first 7-Day Caribbean luxury Voyage experience on Explorer Journeys explore one

the ship was just absolutely stunning

it was amazing not only how beautiful the ship was but how much open and available seating there was at all times

I had so many crew members either acknowledging my birthday or asking me about my gluten-free experience

Creator's Tips & Advice

Take advantage of the included premium Wi-Fi and room preferences before sailing
Don't worry about making dining reservations; the Marketplace Emporium offers excellent made-to-order options
Arrive at entertainment venues just before shows start; good seats are still available

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Nickel and dime syndromeOvercome the habit of expecting upcharges; most things are included on luxury cruises

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the experience like on a luxury cruise compared to mainstream or premium cruise lines?
QHow does the boarding and embarkation process differ on a luxury cruise?
QWhat dining options are available on a luxury cruise ship?

Topics Covered

Embarkation4½ Happy BaconService Crew4½ Happy BaconDining Buffet4 Happy BaconPool Deck4½ Happy BaconCrowd Capacity4½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

#explorajourneys #over50 #traveling #solofemaletravel After 40 solo cruises across 10 different cruise lines, I sailed my first luxury cruise on  @ExploraJourneys  EXPLORA I. Here's what I thought about it. EXPLORA II Group Cruise: https://tinyurl.com/mrpvfd9k ALL Group Cruises Information: https://sigcruiser.com/travel-with-sig Questions? Email me: cheryl@travelwithsig.com EMAIL Signup for Travel Tips and Exclusive Deals!: https://bit.ly/4ftG2HL SOLO & TRAVEL SAFETY PRODUCTS: 1. Kyss Bag: http://bit.ly/3ZPm0kW BOOK WITH ME: Request a Cruise Quote from Travel with SIG: https://bit.ly/3BuaLGN VIRGIN VOYAGES: Feel free to browse and select your Virgin Voyage yourself, and I will provide an additional perk and assist you with your cruise from pre-planning to your return from your journey: Virgin Voyages Cruise: https://bit.ly/3DAkrQs BOOK EXCURSIONS: Viator Excursion: https://tinyurl.com/4j3s7wub Join this channel for exclusive content and perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCNMluanxMoiCVma3qT9Hcwg/join 🍾HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT MY WORK: ✅Watch, Like, Comment, & Subscribe ✅YouTube Thanks button ✅ Join my Channel Membership to Support My Misson of Encouraging New Cruisers to Solo Cruise or Solo Travel! ➡ CONNECT WITH ME: ⭐️ Connect with me on Instagram and TikTok: sigcruiser 👑 Email: cheryl@sigcruiser.com ➡Cruise Kibitz Podcasts: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCATI2RmROvO545efh6rCoOw CHANNEL MEMBERS: @teamreesetravels @YourFavoriteCouple @solocruisingandmore @SeeItWithC @EvolvingwithEtta Kimberly Cooper MsDeeDee Krystle M @heymrsparker Renee Dominguez Lisa Webb @MHFamilyAdventures Regina Gladney Regina Davis Jody Stancliff Ro Deb65 62 Johnnie Brown-Harris Keshia H PathofAncient Lee Davis **Disclaimer: Cheryl Cooper participates in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to www.amazon.com. 00:00 Introduction 02:31 Ocean Terrance Suite 04:09 Exploring the Top Deck 04:48 Lunch at Marketplace Emporium 06:20 Exploring the Conservatory Deck Area 08:08 Scheduled Ship Activities 12:05 Captain's Welcome 13:43 Dinner at Marketplace Emporium 19:05 Entertainment in the journeys Lounge 22:47 Entertainment in the Explora Lounge 24:29 Group Cruise on EXPLORA II