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River Cruise Ports are NOTHING like Ocean Ports 😱

B&T at Sea
B&T at Sea
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👁️ 1K views📅 4 months ago⏱️ 21:43
What This Creator Said
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👦 Best for Family (Teens)Other · WinterFrom FrankfurtFirst-Time Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

One of the biggest differences between river and ocean cruising is how easy it is to get on and off the ship.

Another benefit of river cruising is that you often are docked right in the center of wherever it is that you're going.

I wouldn't be put off um by the age of the passengers.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Bring your own thermos cup or mug for larger sized coffee in the morning.
Go to Christmas markets in Germany first thing in the day to see them when they're not crowded, and return at night for the lights.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Age of passengers on river cruisesDon't be put off by the age of the passengers; the vibe is welcoming and nice.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are river cruise ports like compared to ocean ports?
QWhat is it like to be on a first river cruise?
QHow easy is it to get on and off a river cruise ship?

Topics Covered

Service Crew2 Happy BaconShip Condition1½ Happy BaconCrowd Capacity3 Happy BaconPort Destination2½ Happy BaconItinerary Route2 Happy BaconValue Pricing1½ Happy BaconExcursions1½ Happy BaconKids Family2½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Mannheim2 Happy Bacon
Strasburg2½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

We're on our FIRST river cruise, and though we used to be crew on ocean cruises, river cruise ports are an entirely different thing! Join us as we share our honest first impressions of river cruising in this travel vlog. We explore the Viva Tiara with Viva Cruises, contrasting it with our ocean cruising experiences. This cruise vlog covers everything from docking in port to sail away, answering all your questions about what to expect when river cruising. We also offer some travel tips, especially for those used to mega-ships, before you book your first river voyage. As a bonus: we also hit the beautiful Christmas Markets of Mannhiem, Germany! Also, if you'd like to know more about the Level8 cases we used for this trip, our Amazon affiliate link is here: https://amzn.to/4iKaAs0 Curious about the difference between a River Cruise vs Ocean Cruise? In this video, we show you exactly how European River Cruising works when you dock. If you are used to massive ocean terminals, the River Cruise experience in ports like Mannheim will shock you. Sea you next time! - Beth & Tony @BandTatSea #rivercruise #rhineriver #christmasmarket 00:00 This is NOT like ocean cruising