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We Spent a Month on Emerald Princess - Here's What Happened

Brian and Carrie
Brian and Carrie
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πŸ‘οΈ 45K viewsπŸ“… 8 months ago⏱️ 43:11

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Editorial Summary

After spending 28 days on the Emerald Princess, the creators provide a comprehensive tour and review of the ship's amenities, layout, and service. They highlight several favorite locations, including the back promenade deck for its views and the quiet morning spots used to avoid crowds. The creators offer practical advice for future passengers, such as heading to the back of the ship for buffet seating to avoid noise and chaos, and utilizing the laundry facilities during port days to avoid crowds. They also discuss the importance of finding locations with power outlets for electronic devices, noting that these can be difficult to find. While they praise the friendly staff and the overall atmosphere, they mention minor disappointments, such as the lack of a dedicated cigar lounge and the limited selection in the library. The video concludes with a tour of their inside cabin, where they discuss the benefits of a dark environment for sleeping despite the limited plug-in options. Ultimately, they describe the ship as a fantastic experience and express excitement for their upcoming cruise on the Regal.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Emerald Princess
Seriously Tasty
All-time creator consensus for Emerald Princess
A Nibble

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

What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsFull Ship ReviewπŸ₯‰Knowledgeable Creator
❀️ Best for CoupleNorthern_europe · 28 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

We've been on the Emerald Princess now for 28 days.

Overall, we think this is a fantastic ship, and we're excited to show you all about it.

Pack your patience.

The staff has been wonderful.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Pack your patience for the buffet on sea days.
βœ“Come to the back of the ship for seating at the buffet.
βœ“Do laundry on a port day or in the evening to avoid crowds.
βœ“Pick a cabin location that is not near laundry rooms or high-traffic areas.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cabin location and noise β€” Avoid cabins near laundry rooms, elevators, or the theater; front of ship is quiet.
Buffet crowds β€” Pack patience and go to the back of the ship for seating.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs the Emerald Princess for you?
QWhat are the pros and cons of spending 28 days on the Emerald Princess?
QWhat are some tips for dining and avoiding crowds on the ship?

Topics Covered

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