We sailed our first Mediterranean Cruise 2026 | Our Honest Full Review | The Good, Bad and Ugly

Editorial Summary

The creators provide a comprehensive review of their experience sailing Mediterranean cruises, categorizing their observations into good, bad, and ugly segments. They highlight positive aspects such as the high frequency of diverse port visits, longer stays in various countries, and the calm waters of the Mediterranean which minimize seasickness. They also note the international diversity of passengers and the high quality of local food available at ports. Conversely, they discuss challenges including the distance between ports and major destinations, the prevalence of seafood on board, and the high cost of excursions. They advise travelers to research public transit to save money and to avoid scheduling long excursions on consecutive days. Financial considerations like the use of the Euro and the application of value-added tax on board are also addressed. The creators conclude by noting that the primary drawback is the limited time spent on the ship itself. They suggest that travelers should view the ports and countries as the primary destination rather than the ship, as the itinerary leaves little time to enjoy onboard amenities.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.