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πŸ‘οΈ 102K viewsπŸ“… 4 years ago⏱️ 2:01:48

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Editorial Summary

In this live broadcast, creators Tony and Don discuss an upcoming Panama Canal cruise on the Island Princess. Don, a veteran cruiser, provides insights into what travelers can expect when navigating the canal, specifically highlighting the historical significance of the old locks and the proximity to other vessels. The conversation covers practical cruise advice, including how to manage sea days, the availability of onboard entertainment like game shows and seminars, and the differences between various Princess cruise ships. The duo also addresses viewer questions regarding weather conditions, internet connectivity via the Medallion system, and the logistics of group cruises. They touch upon broader industry topics such as the impact of the pandemic on cruise restarts and the necessity of passports for international travel. Additionally, the creators share personal updates regarding weight loss journeys and future travel plans to destinations like Alaska, Greece, and Norway. The session concludes with a discussion on the benefits of ship excursions versus private tours and tips for navigating ports like Vancouver and Seattle.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Island Princess
Solid Strip
All-time creator consensus for Island Princess
A Nibble

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

What This Creator Said
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πŸ‘Ά Best for Family (Young Kids)Other Β· Spring Β· 14 nightsFrom Fort LauderdaleVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

five days until jenny and i cruise on the panama canal uh well through the panama canal from fort lauderdale to los angeles

it's going to be full of history right you're going to hear a lot of conversations about how the locks were built

a panama canal cruise is also relaxing you got a lot of time to yourself there's a lot just a few days in port and a lot a lot of sea days

i'm comfortable with it i you know i'm i'm frustrated that the media is still fixated on cruise ships

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Book the old locks for the Panama Canal cruise if possible, as it may be the last time for Princess
βœ“Use the Medallion app to connect with Don on the ship for group activities
βœ“Take ship excursions for guaranteed return to the ship and safety protocols

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Nervous about testing and cancellation β€” Cruise lines have procedures in place; it's a fact of life now, and cruising is resuming safely
Weather around Panama Canal β€” Temperatures are close to Caribbean, around 85-90 degrees, very comfortable

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat can I expect from my first time through the Panama Canal?
QWill there be group activities on the ship for the group cruise?
QWhat is the weather like around the Panama Canal?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Fort Lauderdale3 Happy Bacon
Los Angeles3 Happy Bacon
Vancouver3Β½ Happy Bacon
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