One Of The Strangest Cruises We've Ever Taken

Editorial Summary

The creators document their experience aboard the Mein Schiff 4, a German cruise line marketed as a premium all-inclusive alternative to Celebrity Cruises. While they initially find the check-in process easy and the family cabin spacious, the trip quickly presents several challenges. The creators highlight a significant language barrier, noting that most signage, announcements, and entertainment are in German, which occasionally leads to logistical issues like missing customs deadlines in Abu Dhabi. They describe the ship's design as disjointed, with some areas feeling modern while others appear dated or reminiscent of a ferry. Dining experiences receive mixed reviews; while specialty restaurants like the Asian Hanami provided high-quality meals, the main dining room and buffet were criticized for slow service, inconsistent food quality, and overly salty dishes. Additionally, the creators note a pervasive smell of cigarette smoke due to smoking being permitted on balconies. They conclude that while the cruise offered good value at approximately 500 dollars per night for three people, the lack of cohesive entertainment, slow service, and perceived coldness from other passengers meant they would not book with this cruise line again.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.