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NCL Pride of America Day Four | Hilo | Full Travel Vlog

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👁️ 7K views📅 8 months ago⏱️ 20:25
What This Creator Said
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👦 Best for Family (Teens)South_pacific · Summer · 7 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

Lunch was exceptional. It was pricey, but it was worth every single penny.

Jefferson's Beastro is a big high five and I would definitely recommend it.

I promise you this is not sponsored. We did do this.

It's been a special cruise so far, and I hope these videos have helped you...

Creator's Tips & Advice

Tip your Uber drivers.
Ask the ship if you can bring market items back on board before purchasing.
Check out KTA grocery store for essentials and local snacks.
Maintain a safe distance from sea turtles.
Do homework on tender ports before arrival.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Bringing items back to the shipAsk the ship before getting off if you can bring specific items back on board.
Tender portsDo homework before the cruise to understand what a tender port is.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is there to do in Hilo without booking an excursion?
QHow much does an Uber cost from Hilo port to Rainbow Falls?
QIs Jefferson's Beastro (Le Bistro) on Pride of America worth the cost?
QWhat is the Hilo port area like?

Topics Covered

Dining Specialty4½ Happy BaconCruise Topic4 Happy BaconExcursions3½ Happy BaconValue Pricing3 Happy BaconShip Condition2½ Happy BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconPort Destination4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Hilo3½ Happy Bacon
Top: Rainbow Falls
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YouTube Video Description

Welcome to Day Four of our NCL Pride of America Hawaii cruise! Today we’re exploring Hilo, on the Big Island of Hawaii, a destination filled with lush rainforests, dramatic waterfalls, and volcanic landscapes. Come along as we show you what it’s really like to visit Hilo during a Norwegian Cruise Line Pride of America sailing. In this full travel vlog, you’ll see: 🌺 Arriving in Hilo on Pride of America 🌴 Shore excursions including waterfalls, volcano views, and local highlights 🌊 The unique natural beauty of the Big Island’s eastern coast 🚢 Insights into life onboard NCL Pride of America between ports If you’re planning a Hawaii cruise in 2025 or 2026, this series will give you the inside look you need to plan your adventure. From shore excursions in Hilo to onboard dining and entertainment, we’ll share everything you should know before sailing with Norwegian Cruise Line. This vlog is part of our Pride of America full cruise series, covering each island — Oahu, Maui, Hilo, Kona, and Kauai. Perfect for: Cruisers researching the Pride of America itinerary Travelers considering a Hawaii inter-island cruise Anyone curious about what to do in Hilo, Hawaii ✨ Don’t miss our other episodes: Subscribe to follow the full Hawaii cruise journey! #NCLPrideOfAmerica #HiloHawaii #HawaiiCruise #NorwegianCruiseLine #PrideOfAmericaReview #BigIslandHawaii #HiloShoreExcursions #HawaiiCruiseVlog #CruiseLife #NorwegianPrideOfAmerica