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Live from Carnival Panorama | Jared’s First Solo Cruise | Embarkation Day

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👁️ 5K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 35:29
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🧍 Best for SoloCaribbean · Spring · 7 nightsFrom Long BeachFirst-Time Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

This is my first solo cruise. I can't wait to take you around.

I will say anyone that's doing this solo vlog thing, uh, you know, give kudos to them because it's a lot more work than, uh, a lot of people would seem to know.

The Long Beach Cruise Terminal has horrible, horrible, horrible traffic. So, if you're somebody that will be willing to take a risk, I would recommend going earlier than later than your boarding time.

I've never been on Panorama, so that's another first. We've been on Carnival Horizon, but that was right at the restart and it was bumpy. So, I'm hoping for a better ride here today and this week.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Go earlier than your boarding time to avoid traffic at Long Beach Cruise Terminal.
Consider getting a Uber Comfort for a more comfortable wait in traffic.
Try the white peach sangria in Serenity if you're on Carnival Panorama.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Anxiety about solo cruising and filming aloneIt's more work, but you're not alone on a ship; there are plenty of people to meet.
Dining aloneUse anytime dining to control your own schedule; you can try sitting with others without filming.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow does it feel to do a first solo cruise?
QWhat is the embarkation process like at Long Beach?
QHow does Carnival Panorama compare to other Carnival ships?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Cabo San Lucas1 Happy Bacon
Long Beach2½ Sad Bacon
Mazatlán1 Happy Bacon
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