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Our FIRST EVER RIVER CRUISE!! Plus AmaCerto Ship Tour

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EECC Travels
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πŸ‘οΈ 62K viewsπŸ“… 2 years ago⏱️ 16:28

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Editorial Summary

The creators document their first experience on a seven day European river cruise aboard the AmaWaterways AmaCerto, departing from Amsterdam for a tour of Belgium. The video provides a detailed tour of the ship's amenities, including the top deck which features a heated pool, a jogging track, and wellness class spaces. The creators also showcase their cabin, highlighting the luxury amenities such as the rain shower, the availability of bathrobes and umbrellas, and the distinction between French balconies and full balconies. They note the proximity of other ships when docked in port. The culinary experience is a significant focus, featuring a seven course chef's table dinner that is included in the cruise fare, as well as lunch in the main dining room where passengers can customize meals like Vietnamese pho. The creators also observe the unique experience of navigating river locks, where water levels are adjusted to move the vessel through gates. The video concludes with the travelers preparing for excursions in cities like Utrecht.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for AmaCerto
Bacon Bliss
All-time creator consensus for AmaCerto
Seriously Tasty

This review is more positive than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
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Other Β· 7 nightsFrom AmsterdamFirst-Time Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

this is a big first for us this is our first ever river cruise

the chef's table on any ocean cruise is going to be at an extra cost on a river cruise the chef's table is included

the soup was to die for the dessert those were my two favorite the short ribs are really good too but man what an experience

the room is absolutely laid out perfectly the bathroom is killer

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Bring a European adapter for river cruises as there are no US plugs.
βœ“Pack light because shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and lotion are provided.
βœ“Be mindful of privacy when in port, as ships are close together and windows open.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Differences between ocean and river cruises β€” The ship is long but not wide, with fewer passengers, and the top deck has a pool and seating.
Privacy in cabins due to close proximity of other ships β€” Be careful with windows open in port and have clothes on when in port.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the river cruise experience like compared to ocean cruises?
QWhat are the differences in cabin amenities on a river cruise ship?
QWhat is included in the chef's table on a river cruise?

Topics Covered

Service Crew4 Happy BaconValue Pricing3Β½ Happy BaconCabin Interior4Β½ Happy BaconCabin Balcony4 Happy BaconPool Deck3Β½ Happy BaconDining Main4Β½ Happy BaconDining Specialty4Β½ Happy BaconSafety Medical3Β½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Amsterdam4 Happy Bacon
Utrecht3Β½ Happy Bacon
Top: Utrecht excursion
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