no such thing as "accidentally booking". it was a deliberate attempt to create content showing your likes & dislikes. After several videos your conclusion about cruise hols was correct,so you were proving a point
@TravelBeans this is my first time ever hearing of Airalo - what a fantastic idea! Alex, I am right with you re those intrusive thoughts around heights. I also feel that pull, like the void is pulling me over the edge. It's like subconsciously my mind is focused on that sensation of going over the edge and falling all the way down (based on my fear of heights no doubt), so I feel like my body is being pulled over. Awful feeling.
Never ever leave the ship without your passports!! It’s like cruising 101. If for any reason you don’t make it back to ship on time, or you fall sick off the ship, you’re stuck without it!
I prefer to have a copy of my passport in my phone. I do the same for other important documents, a copy is in my phone. I would not recommend to carry your passport around while touring. I keep my passport locked in the safe or hide it appropriately.m
Actually, if you miss the ship, the cruise will leave your passport with the port authority. That is why most cruise lines tell you to leave the passport in your safe. And yes, have a copy on your phone. The recent family in Alaska was missing a passport--ie the cruise line could not find their passport--apparently it wasn't in the safe. We cruise often, and this is common knowledge.
The night my father died, my mother said that she never got to go on a cruise with him because he was sick for 15 years. So my wife and I bought her a cruise to Alaska. 8 of us went with her, I was bummed spending 30K on a trip what I deemed, "An Old Fogy trip." Wow was I wrong. What a blast. We all had the most fun I have ever had. When the trip was over, I wanted to climb back on the ship and go back for another two weeks.
Open your mind and look for new adventures. I have over 500 Sea days and signed up for another 25 days in the next 90 days. No interest in cruising with the " Beans " type of " Wet Blanket Cruisers "
Was that a Princess Cruise? I'm planning on an Alaska Cruise next year, and Princess is kind of the default, but they have a reputation of being an "older person's" cruise line.
@@diesixdie2 I see the demographics is pretty well spread overall ages, tending to be a little older without the wild reputation of some cruise lines They actually have some of the best permits for glacier viewing in Alaska
@@diesixdie2 "Princess is kind of the default" - Oh no, no....Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, and Celebrity Cruises all go to Alaska as well. I personally found Princess to skew towards older people for sure. I've only been on Princess once and I saw a huge number of older people (65+) onboard. I also found it to be quite boring, but perhaps that was just the particular cruise I happen to have been on.
Just an FYI tip - you should always take your passports with you when you leave the ship. If anything does happen and you find yourself being a dock runner, you are then stuck in a foreign country with no passports.
Having gone on several cruises, I believe the hole point of a cruise is to relax the mind as well as the body. Being a little bored, cut off from home life and the stress, is good for mental health. Must haves on a cruise is personal music and a couple of books.
I'm sorry you were bored. There weren't heaps of activities on my cruise/days at sea, either, but I loved just lying about on deck in the sun, relaxing, reading, taking it easy and just doing nothing. I did some aerobics and enjoyed the stationary bike whilst looking at the sea...it was amazing.
In fairness, cruising isn't designed for people with babies as you cannot enjoy the various entertainment offerings. Having said that, once the youngster is five or so, most good cruise ships have activities for them. If this hasn't already been suggested, I recommend that you follow one of your British vloggers, Emma Cruises. My wife and I have been on several cruises, one of which sailed from San Diego, California to Hawaii, visited four or five islands, and then returned to San Diego. Each direction was five or six days at sea. Because of the many activities on board, we never felt bored or at a loss for something to do. One day in each direction, we just laid about our cabin and watched old movies.
The full pool and event “Shopping” …oh and who needs to go on a cruise for a gym. Activities advertised not happening. App not working. Who the heck would enjoy that unless just on the cruise to drink and hook up.
Definitely do a river cruise! You wake up every morning in a different city and you can walk right off the boat into the city. We love them. Also, lovely meeting you guys at Karl’s wedding! ❤
For future reference: You can find non crowded portions of the ship. I swim early every morning before the pool is full and then hang out in the adult area of the ship. The adult only places are the best. You have your sweet cute baby this time so that's not an option on this cruise. Find the continuous decks onboard and go for a nice long walk. I have to agree that the shore trips aren't worth the cost. I usually look up things to do at each port and do my own thing. Safe travels! 💞
The pool/sun tanning area looks nice. It would be really tough to be on a cruise and not drink even a little bit.. I think there are some people that would enjoy this cruise, even with it being the worst cruise possible. It's better than many people's daily realities of working nonstop. I would love a week of water views, travelling and relaxing.
I used Airalo for the first time in April when I was visiting my daughter in the UK and son in Sweden. It was so much easier than having to get new sim cards in every new country. i am 72 and this was my first overseas trip since 2015. I live in Canada.
I used it last week in luxembourg for a few days. It was so easy. I usually get a sim at airports but I'm a convert now. Will use this every time I go away.
Same here. I’d bring my work and just crochet all day on that balcony with a coffee watching the world go by. I’d only I could afford a cruise to complain about.
Kelly, maybe try a 3 day cruise? In most ports, there are ships that offer a 3 day weekend cruise and a 4 day Mon -Thurs cruise at prices that start at about $200. Remember, that includes all your food, entertainment, and activities. Many Royal Caribbean ships have ice skating shows that are dazzling, aerial silk shows, aqua shows featuring high diving, and the usual singing/dancing performances- all included in the price. By the way, the bigger ships include several places to enjoy a meal or snack for free! My kids love the ice cream cones!
When I was on a cruise with my grandchildren, my grandson slept in his buggy and we went to the theatre with him, no probs. Plenty things to do and sat outside at mealtimes while kids splashed about in the pool, we had a great time.
Always always take your ID/passport when you get off the ship. In most countries you're expected to carry ID at all times...and what would you do if you didn't get back to the ship in time and you have to travel home on your own?
@@TravelBeansSo based on your experience, what cruise.liner are you looking at next?? Oh and you're allowed to eat as much as you can at sea. It's the rules 😂
Mykonos 1971….beautiful and rustic honeymoon spot at one of the first “resorts “ built…really just a hotel/motel style …you rode local buses with the people and chickens!!! Remembering the Saturday night gathering in the town square with families all dressed up and lovely little babies and toodlers watching people juggle and sing!!! Have often wonder what the increase in tourist traffic made for changes on the island!! It was quaint and charming…glad we just made a local boat from Athens and the rest of the 3 weeks we traveled Europe on trains or short flights!!! So glad we went then as aging had taken its toll !!!❤❤❤ lots of memories and no regrets!!
On the positive side, you had a lovely spacious cabin, a variety of food on hand 24/7, room service, a lovely balcony to sit and read, looking at the ocean, sunrise and sunsets, a chance to chill and relax on the balcony and cool breeze for evening wanders on deck. Glorious weather. What’s not to like? 😊
You'd LOVE one of the Disney Caribbean cruises. You owe it to yourself to have a no-fail, perfect, luxury cruise to REALLY get the feeling of cruising and why people do love it.
This is the first of their videos I’ve seen, but I’m not sure I see them going in for the luxury/ commercial aspect of Disney. I could be wrong, though.
I love the days at sea, but that is because I love the peace and tranquility of just watching the ocean, reading a book, taking in a show or playing trivia. This cruise just looked packed at all the available places and boring as hell. At least you had a balcony. I always get inside staterooms and then find a place on the ship to chill. Getting off at the ports is great, but doing an excursion that is on your bucket list is fantastic. Swim with dolphins, whale watching, nature hikes, city tours. This cruise and all the late night stuff just wasn’t your cup of tea and this cruise ship just wasn’t a good fit for The Beans!!!
The ending was the funniest thing I have seen in ages. My husband and I were on the edge of our seats, brushing our teeth, and trying not to choke while someone is screaming and you mention how you’ve battled intrusive thoughts of wanting to jump over the edge 😂😂😂 these kind of prisons of the sea are not for me. How was your experience with other guests?
Please don’t let this be your last cruise… I have been on many cruises and I will say what I just saw was the worst of the worst… I personally have never done the Alaskan cruise but I do have a friend that has she absolutely loved it..
We are BxJourneys, Jay and Luis and we are experienced. We found your channel and love your 1st cruise experience videos. If you have any questions., please let us know😊 you need to try Disney, Princess or Celebrity for a better cruise experience.
The cool thing about a cruise is you get a small taste of different cities/countries. It enables you to decide which of those countries you’d like to go back to & explore more.
You guys should definitely do an Alaskan cruise with a better company where you can pick your dining times and the activities are less cheesy. (Our first cruise was also a Costa cruise and wasn’t our cup of tea 🙈though the drink package helped) The nature you see from your balcony is incredible. We went in the last cruise of the season and were the only ship in every port and weather was great. Hope you are feeling better now Emma.
You need to go on Norwegian Cruise Line. Everything is at your own pace. No assigned meals. Order anything to the room--I have been on most major lines and NCL is by far-the best!!
My girlfriend and I had a great time literally doing nothing on a cruise. Just eating drinking and watching the ocean and views. I could see how someone who likes to keep busy and doesn't drink might hate being on a cruise!
OMG I can't help but chuckle, I was exactly the same on my first cruise. Stick with it, you will figure it all out and be seasoned cruisers before you know it!
Oh my days you guys…….this is literally my worst idea of a holiday ever😂😂😂😂 you have really provided a service with this series of vlogs. Thank you for doing this so I never ever have to 😂😂😂😂❤
@@TravelBeans I think that passenger/cargo ships still exist, the Fyffes banana ships were a great way to get to and from Liverpool to the Caribbean and Central and South America, first class voyage at an almost economy price and in a week or less.
You clearly don't have any clue on how to enjoy a cruise ! From picking the cruise line to everyday cruising. It's not worth the effort to draw you a plan and explain how to cruise. I realize you make money on clicks, that seems the point of your posts. Negative postings may draw clicks, however, it draws attention to another " Silly " adventure. Sorry guys, another wrong direction.
My first cruise was with my family when my kids were a little older and more independent. There was a drop off daycare for my elementary school aged son, and plenty to do for my teenager. I was able to relax the most I had ever been able to since the kids had been born. No cooking, no dishes, no laundry, no cleaning, no dropping off and picking kids up from school, no homework, no worries about parking or reservations. Just relaxation! I loved it! I haven't been on one since the pandemic, because I worry about the germs, but maybe someday.
Yes, those are better ages for kids to travel. I did my fair share traveling with an infant, toddler, or preschooler and even with all 3. Fun but not relaxing. 😉
I was working on a cruise ship when the Costa Concordia sank in 2012. It is a VERY special way of life, that some love, and some cannot get behind. I wasn't up for it, a bit like you both. I wanted more to do and I missed land EVERY time we were at sea! Love your content
So lovely to see a glimpse of our home country 🇲🇹 in your video, we've been away from there for three years now but Valletta is just so charming ! Glad you enjoyed it ☺❤
Looking forward to future Malta vlogs. So lovely to see my home country featured on channels like yours ☺️ PS. I also cruised for the first time last year after being skeptical but I adored it. We went with P&O and did the Norwegian fjords... Such a unique way of seeing all the landscapes and so peaceful
I find it a bit mad that you hadn't heard about the Costa Concordia, it was such huge news at the time and for ages afterwards! Probably good you found out somewhat late in the week and not as you were boarding!
I mean, everyone keeps wanting to blame Costa for being a three-star line, but everyone's ignoring the fact that they're actually owned by carnival. Meaning carnival is actually the worst in the world, they're just hiding behind another business name.
Well Alex you are not alone as a casino would be some of my entertainment also, but maybe unlike you, I bet low to make my money last longer. But never keep playing on one machine. If you get a fair win, move to another machine. Never ever chase your losses, you will end spending far more than you ever intended.
Smaller ships...comes way more motion & way less activity. I have taken all..small, mid-size & large. You did choose the WORST cruise & it will only get better next time. For me...Norwegian is the best & you eat when you want to eat. Even in dining rooms. Carnival cruises are just party fests.
Research is your best friend. There is tons of cruise info on line and on YT. Tendering is common and Santorini has a reputation for crowds and lines. It's also very hilly. Cruising for us is about relaxing. If you want lots of activities you need to go on a larger, newer ship. But, I will say, there are activities on smaller ships too. You just have to check the schedule each day. I personally know several people who reluctantly went on a cruise because their spouse wanted to and they fell in love with it too. So, for all of you saying "never", you really don't know until you do it.
Have you noticed that when you speak to some negative people who have never cruised the same line always comes out, "a cruise with all those people I couldn't think of anything worse, being stuck on a ship it's just like prison". I have never spoken to anyone who didn't enjoy their cruise.
You NEVER leave your passport on the ship you always carry it with you. If something were to happen and you missed the ship and had to fly to the next port you would want your passport.
Cruising requires lots of research before booking! There are tons of different flavors of ships/activities/itineraries/ports of call etc etc so you definitely have to do some thorough research to make sure you’re booking what suits YOU best.
I've been on one cruise. It was with Royal Caribbean and was actually pretty great. I think you'll find that the experience of cruising varies widely with the cruise line and ship. Your cabin was pretty nice, but the rest of the stuff seemed pretty boring on the ship. Not to mention trying to get everyone on and off. I bet you'll experience the same bad stuff at embarkation unless they stagger departures like some ships do. But you should try that line and see what you think. We had a great time!
I have been on a couple cruises out of Long Beach California and can honestly say we had alot of fun. It was a learning experience for sure but I would advise inviting an avid cruiser along with. They can help you navigate activities based on prior experiences. Also to not drink on a cruise is an admirable lesson in self control because most of the people on a cruise it seems are there for food and drink. Great video. Noah looked like he had a stellar time.
I did an Alaska cruise but didn't see much except whales. We drove to Alaska & spent 2 months. We saw tons of wildlife & glaciers & more beauty than you can imagine!! Take your US van & drive, it's the best!!
i don't think that's a bad cruise it's just that you are not cruise ship people. and that's totally ok. cruise ships are to relax in a beach chair, eat lots of food, and maybe do land excursions. but if you don't enjoy staying put, then just travel by train or airplane!
Eons ago, when my late husband was in the Air Force, we went on a lovely holiday to Halkidiki, Greece. It was amazing! The resort we stayed at was called Kassandra's Palace, and the one thing I have brought with me over the years since 1982 is the poster I got from the hotel manager for "Halkidiki, the Secret Paradise of Greece" from the hotel lobby. He gave me the poster after he saved John from getting arrested for accidentally sinking a kayak when he got drunk on oozo!
Sorry you were ill. The being bored I don't understand, I would have breakfast, sit on deck and watch people and sea go by, have lunch, go to cabin and sit on balcony watch sea, go to cabin, have a sleep, have shower, get dressed for dinner..... watch the entertainment, then there are days off the ship, sorry don't understand the bored thing
First, so sorry you got sick. I have been on at least 10 Cruises and love them. My favorite vacation, everything is right there. Try a better cruise line. I love Norwegian. Baby Noah is just so adorable!!
After trying cruising with one kid and then two, doing it with none now is wonderful!!!! Still, age also calls for more chill and relax time so good book, board games and just sitting around meeting tons of interesting international people full of life stories is so much fun on a cruise. For me its not about the destination but the trips
Oh no!! You really do need to try again on a proper cruise line!! I've just taken my 43rd cruise and my Costa experience is amongst the bottom! Glad you got to enjoy the ports! So sorry you ended up with a cold Emma!
Last year my husband and I decided to go on our very first cruise from Port Canaveral to the Caribbean on the newest Royal Caribbean, it was beautiful and I was surprised that I enjoyed it so much. It’s probably difficult traveling with a baby. On our first night, 2am a teenager fell from the inside balcony…8 stories… he died instantly. It was awful…
Have to wait for my husband to watch this but just saw the video thumbnail and noooooooo!! I’m so sorry you got sick! Never fun when it happens anyway but especially when traveling. I hope you are feeling better now. Now you all REALLY deserve a top tier cruise. Emma Cruises is a great channel. But for sure try a better rated cruise, perhaps Alaska as you said or even Norwegian fjords. Bigger ships have more to do and I’ve heard great things about Disney cruises, too. We were only on one cruise with Royal Caribbean and it was a smaller boat (we just booked it because and it was cheap) but we had fun, mostly as the ports were beaches.
With a van, you can pretty much go where you want & stop where you want. Too crowded? Drive on. Go somewhere quiet and park & walk around. Yes you sleep and occasionally eat in the van, but there’s fresh air & nature right outside your door.
The nice thing about cruising is you can pack just once and go to multiple countries. Pack again to go home. One bad thing is people can be so gross and pass their bugs around, especially in the buffet. Constant hand washing and sanitizing is absolutely essential (on ships or land; but, be especially vigilant on ships). People will blow their nose and then pick up the serving tongs at the buffet; I’ve seen it. The most important thing is pick a good cruise line-least expensive is definitely not the way to go.
Hello from Vancouver island…cruising to Alaska is our thing. Entirely different experience from this Costa cruise. The inside passage is filled with forests, mountains and wildlife, including whales, dolphins, seals, eagles, deer, bears, etc. the Alaska ports are filled with historic sites, and the excursions are breathtaking. I’ve cruised many times to Alaska, and there’s always a new adventure. Hope you give it a try.
100% our favorite also. We were on Princess 8/2023 and we cannot wait to go again. Planning to go again 8/2025 and take our 4 adult children. It is a beautiful trip and Princess does it perfectly.
I'd love to see you guys do a river cruise, it's the only type I fancy, smaller boat, less people and lots of wildlife. Not to mention being closer to land! *note to self... must watch someone do a river cruise soon
Ha! I think the very first thing Alex and Emma did with the baby was to go on a river cruise, a kind of barge operation. Unfortunately, it meant new daddy had to manually turn locks himself! But I also think they enjoyed it a little. That was about a year ago.
Heartfelt thanks for your honesty. Had almost talked myself into cruising despite having no wish to do so. Now I don’t feel bad about not wanting to cruise. As always love seeing Noah. He’s such a little scene stealer🥰
Their experience was terrible! A good cruise line provides a vastly different experience. We took my parents on a cruise to Hawaii and at the end they looked ten years younger!
We did our first cruise 2 years ago from Hamburg up around the Norwegian fjords, on the stunning Aida Prima. A German ship so mainly German passengers but it suited us perfectly. Loved it
I thought I wouldn’t like cruising until I took one back in 2010. And with the help of many TH-camr cruise channels like Emma Cruises and Tips For Travelers, I’m able to make my own decision with their help. And the cruise ship companies to avoid 😜 Oh yes. And ALASKA! That’s my main destination. But for the Beans, might I suggest Norway and the Norwegian Fjords!
What a vid, great content, loved the onfo etc but more importantly loved the interaction stuff with Noah, hes adorable and you both are great parents, one of your best so far as ive never done a cruise so great stuff thank you!
My daughter and I got Covid on our Eastern Caribbean cruise a couple weeks ago! I think you might like cruising with a different cruise line. Bigger ships have a ton of activities and the entertainment is really good! We love Princess Cruise line.
Princess has come up a lot to us since our last video - looks like a completely different experience on those bigger boats! Definitely something we need to try in the future
Wrong Cruise Line and that makes such a difference. I did a Greek Island Cruise 10 years ago. It was on Norwegian Cruise Line. Cruised out of Venice, Italy. It was amazing. Cruising with a kid is hard especially when its just you and no additional family who could give you a couple nights off. Please don't give up on cruising! I've been on 12 and would love to cruise with yall. I have even cruised solo. You did visit great places. Glad you all went and can't wait for your next adventure.
You all did very well for your first cruise and are very charming. This is my first vlog and I’m now a subscriber. I did so much research before my first cruise and knew I had to check in at the terminal when you arrive. You are now seasoned cruiser cruisers and your next cruise will be so easy. Looking forward to more vlogs. Cheers.
I got engaged in Oia years ago, and it was beautiful. I can't believe how crowded Santorini was it wasn't like that when we were there. I've never wanted to go on a cruise and your take on it validates that thought. 🙃
I have thought about doing a cheap cruise in a room with no window and now I’m convinced I would need the balcony. 😂 Can’t wait to see where you go next!
I love how you tell the truth. We have been to Santorini and as beautiful as it is, it was bloody awful. Thousands of shops, overpriced,steps, steps, steps. Shops and heat. That is not a holiday . Love your vlog. Xxx❤
The rule for Southern Europe is stay indoors between noon and 6pm, remember the song, "Only mad dogs and Englishmen go out in the midday sun". Sleep during the afternoon and go out to the early hours. Many places don't open until 7pm at the earliest. Shops staying open until 9 or 10, the non tourist places.
My wife and I stayed in a cave hotel overlooking the caldera. We would get up at 7am to walk the streets before the crowds arrived. By 10am we would be back for breakfast, before a bit of relaxation/pool/snooze before heading to the flat bit which is nice and much quieter. After spending some time at the beach we’d head back for an early (7pm) dinner, and then once all of the cruise passengers had left it was so much quieter to wander the streets and shops, stopping off for a drink overlooking the cruise ships. Santorini is nice, you just have to avoid the tourists - even though we were tourists ourselves.
Basically you didn’t do your research 😀. We love cruising however we are also “explorer” type people ,as you are, so couldn’t do a cruise with lots of sea days and we pick a cruise for the ports rather than the cruise. Sometimes i look as it as a “means of transport” to the places I want to go…..like the Carnival cruise we did in the Carribean…but we did our research and knew what it would be like. We do like the smaller ships
Santorini was one of my favourite places in the world. Spent quite a bit of time there in 1985 and absolutely loved it and couldn’t wait to go back. Oh, Santorini, what have you done??? No cruise ships back then, no cable car, no thousands and thousands of people. I am literally stunned. 😳 😧 Blaugh! 😢😢😢😢. Went to Mykonos as well in same trip. Cannot believe the change.
I love the the effort and thoughtfulness that you put into planning your adventures. That being said, how do you accidently book the worst rated cruise line?
😂 by finding a last minute offer on a cruise leaving from the place we just happen to be that week.. it didn’t cross our minds that the ships would differ so much 🙈
@@TravelBeansThe various cruise lines are very different, and every ship is different. Even if a cruise line has sister ships (same basic class/style) these can be very different in character and service, food quality, etc. BUT, they are usually all full, and I don't like masses of people. Unfortunately, we missed the opportunity to book affordable holidays on half capacity cruises during the pandemic! Well, I'm glad you survived! Now you need a holiday, I reckon 😊
These cruise videos have been such fun to watch! It reminds me of the one and only time I ever did a cruise (Carnival), and my love/hate experience of it. So much of what you two describe is so relatable!! You definitely made the right choice to splurge on a balcony room. We had one of the no-windows rooms below deck and it was really claustrophobic! It’ll be a hoot to show Noah these videos of his first cruise when he’s older! 😊
I always watch this channel and revel in the beauty of all the adventures you guys go through. And then you guys also show the realness of what I could be going through and the fact that you guys can laugh through it all warms my heart everytime. Thank you for making the content that you do.
I went on a nice Alaskan cruise, and got bored too. I'm like you guys, I'm not into crowds and most of the things I see everyone else loving to be honest I have no interest in. It was our first cruise and I picked a cruise line that didn't have all the bells and whistles because I didn't want tons of kids running around or twenty-somethings partying. The cruise was FINE. It was me. I wanted to go for walks without people everywhere. The ports were tourist traps. The scenery from the ship was spectacular, thank God I got a balcony. I don't think you would like a Disney cruise, watch videos first. It's way too much forced smiling and hype. Keep doing what you do, love your beautiful family!
Cruise lines are all different. Choosing the wrong line and ship makes for a miserable trip. Also, you get what you pay for. Cheap cruise means they pack em in and nickel and dime. Spend more money up front on a better cruise line and you will have a better experience.
We've done one before. Not too bad. Our Alaska cruise next week they've offered people a full refund for an inside. The only time I've agreed so easily 😂
Surely now you have to try a river cruise, I would recommend Western Danube (Austria and Germany) river cruise, much calmer, smaller boats, interesting cities, less stress, and nature all the way. Offcourse, southern Rhine cruise through border of Germany and France is great, but for foodies the Rhone cruise should be the obvious choice. We are waiting for a video!
❤ Little Noah is gorgeous he is so well loved by both of you. I would love to see you reading to Noah again his little squeals of delight went straight to my heart. Happy Travels Beans😊
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no such thing as "accidentally booking". it was a deliberate attempt to create content showing your likes & dislikes. After several videos your conclusion about cruise hols was correct,so you were proving a point
I think you both fun to watch
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@TravelBeans this is my first time ever hearing of Airalo - what a fantastic idea!
Alex, I am right with you re those intrusive thoughts around heights. I also feel that pull, like the void is pulling me over the edge. It's like subconsciously my mind is focused on that sensation of going over the edge and falling all the way down (based on my fear of heights no doubt), so I feel like my body is being pulled over. Awful feeling.
Stay healthy and stay safe!😊+24
Never ever leave the ship without your passports!! It’s like cruising 101. If for any reason you don’t make it back to ship on time, or you fall sick off the ship, you’re stuck without it!
yes, always take essentials with you!
I prefer to have a copy of my passport in my phone. I do the same for other important documents, a copy is in my phone. I would not recommend to carry your passport around while touring. I keep my passport locked in the safe or hide it appropriately.m
Donyou have the passport wallet card at least?
not your original passport a copy!
Actually, if you miss the ship, the cruise will leave your passport with the port authority. That is why most cruise lines tell you to leave the passport in your safe. And yes, have a copy on your phone. The recent family in Alaska was missing a passport--ie the cruise line could not find their passport--apparently it wasn't in the safe. We cruise often, and this is common knowledge.
That’s what I like about cruising - unpacking once, and waking up in a different place each morning. And love sea days.
The night my father died, my mother said that she never got to go on a cruise with him because he was sick for 15 years. So my wife and I bought her a cruise to Alaska. 8 of us went with her, I was bummed spending 30K on a trip what I deemed, "An Old Fogy trip." Wow was I wrong. What a blast. We all had the most fun I have ever had. When the trip was over, I wanted to climb back on the ship and go back for another two weeks.
Open your mind and look for new adventures. I have over 500 Sea days and signed up for another 25 days in the next 90 days. No interest in cruising with the " Beans " type of " Wet Blanket Cruisers "
Was that a Princess Cruise? I'm planning on an Alaska Cruise next year, and Princess is kind of the default, but they have a reputation of being an "older person's" cruise line.
@@diesixdie2 I see the demographics is pretty well spread overall ages, tending to be a little older without the wild reputation of some cruise lines
They actually have some of the best permits for glacier viewing in Alaska
Bring rubber duckies and participate in hiding them around the cruise ship. Not only children, but staff and some adults love finding them!
@@diesixdie2 "Princess is kind of the default" - Oh no, no....Royal Caribbean, Norwegian, and Celebrity Cruises all go to Alaska as well. I personally found Princess to skew towards older people for sure. I've only been on Princess once and I saw a huge number of older people (65+) onboard. I also found it to be quite boring, but perhaps that was just the particular cruise I happen to have been on.
Just an FYI tip - you should always take your passports with you when you leave the ship. If anything does happen and you find yourself being a dock runner, you are then stuck in a foreign country with no passports.
Having gone on several cruises, I believe the hole point of a cruise is to relax the mind as well as the body. Being a little bored, cut off from home life and the stress, is good for mental health. Must haves on a cruise is personal music and a couple of books.
"Whole"
I'm sorry you were bored. There weren't heaps of activities on my cruise/days at sea, either, but I loved just lying about on deck in the sun, relaxing, reading, taking it easy and just doing nothing. I did some aerobics and enjoyed the stationary bike whilst looking at the sea...it was amazing.
Cruising is for old and fat people
My take on this is that if you wouldn't enjoy a package tour on land, you won't enjoy it on a cruise.
In fairness, cruising isn't designed for people with babies as you cannot enjoy the various entertainment offerings. Having said that, once the youngster is five or so, most good cruise ships have activities for them. If this hasn't already been suggested, I recommend that you follow one of your British vloggers, Emma Cruises. My wife and I have been on several cruises, one of which sailed from San Diego, California to Hawaii, visited four or five islands, and then returned to San Diego. Each direction was five or six days at sea. Because of the many activities on board, we never felt bored or at a loss for something to do. One day in each direction, we just laid about our cabin and watched old movies.
The full pool and event “Shopping” …oh and who needs to go on a cruise for a gym. Activities advertised not happening. App not working. Who the heck would enjoy that unless just on the cruise to drink and hook up.
That is a lot of money to stay in cabin and watch movies.
Definitely do a river cruise! You wake up every morning in a different city and you can walk right off the boat into the city. We love them. Also, lovely meeting you guys at Karl’s wedding! ❤
For future reference: You can find non crowded portions of the ship. I swim early every morning before the pool is full and then hang out in the adult area of the ship. The adult only places are the best. You have your sweet cute baby this time so that's not an option on this cruise.
Find the continuous decks onboard and go for a nice long walk.
I have to agree that the shore trips aren't worth the cost. I usually look up things to do at each port and do my own thing.
Safe travels! 💞
Not all cruise lines are the same! I love cruising and the shore excursions! Do your homework first to find one best for your needs!❤️🇨🇦
Great to see somewhere that people still respect parents with a toddler and let you go to the front of the queue 👍👍
The pool/sun tanning area looks nice. It would be really tough to be on a cruise and not drink even a little bit.. I think there are some people that would enjoy this cruise, even with it being the worst cruise possible. It's better than many people's daily realities of working nonstop. I would love a week of water views, travelling and relaxing.
I used Airalo for the first time in April when I was visiting my daughter in the UK and son in Sweden. It was so much easier than having to get new sim cards in every new country. i am 72 and this was my first overseas trip since 2015. I live in Canada.
I used it last week in luxembourg for a few days. It was so easy. I usually get a sim at airports but I'm a convert now. Will use this every time I go away.
Thanks Susan
This is where i would be more lucky, i knit, crochet and enjoy sitting in one place people watching
Same here. I’d bring my work and just crochet all day on that balcony with a coffee watching the world go by.
I’d only I could afford a cruise to complain about.
Kelly, maybe try a 3 day cruise? In most ports, there are ships that offer a 3 day weekend cruise and a 4 day Mon -Thurs cruise at prices that start at about $200. Remember, that includes all your food, entertainment, and activities. Many Royal Caribbean ships have ice skating shows that are dazzling, aerial silk shows, aqua shows featuring high diving, and the usual singing/dancing performances- all included in the price. By the way, the bigger ships include several places to enjoy a meal or snack for free! My kids love the ice cream cones!
Unfortunately the cruise ships bring too many tourists and so the islands are overcrowded and you can’t enjoy them as they should be enjoyed.
When I was on a cruise with my grandchildren, my grandson slept in his buggy and we went to the theatre with him, no probs. Plenty things to do and sat outside at mealtimes while kids splashed about in the pool, we had a great time.
Always always take your ID/passport when you get off the ship. In most countries you're expected to carry ID at all times...and what would you do if you didn't get back to the ship in time and you have to travel home on your own?
Now you guys need to do the top rated cruise
Yes!! We’ve been looking into some of the best rated ones and they look insane!
@@TravelBeansSo based on your experience, what cruise.liner are you looking at next??
Oh and you're allowed to eat as much as you can at sea. It's the rules 😂
..... and expensive many times.....
Most important learn how to cruise.
@@Richard-ro2fp Is there a rule book?
Mykonos 1971….beautiful and rustic honeymoon spot at one of the first “resorts “ built…really just a hotel/motel style …you rode local buses with the people and chickens!!! Remembering the Saturday night gathering in the town square with families all dressed up and lovely little babies and toodlers watching people juggle and sing!!! Have often wonder what the increase in tourist traffic made for changes on the island!! It was quaint and charming…glad we just made a local boat from Athens and the rest of the 3 weeks we traveled Europe on trains or short flights!!! So glad we went then as aging had taken its toll !!!❤❤❤ lots of memories and no regrets!!
On the positive side, you had a lovely spacious cabin, a variety of food on hand 24/7, room service, a lovely balcony to sit and read, looking at the ocean, sunrise and sunsets, a chance to chill and relax on the balcony and cool breeze for evening wanders on deck. Glorious weather. What’s not to like? 😊
everything you said! Maybe could appreciate a nice bed and on-suite. The entertainment? Cringe!
They don't understand the beauty of cruising at all🤔
I think people forget how bad covid lockdowns were. This doesn't seem too bad
Perfect a positive slant on all their complaining I like what you're selling
If you really want to experience an amazing cruise in Europe, book a cruise with Royal Caribbean on their largest ships
You'd LOVE one of the Disney Caribbean cruises. You owe it to yourself to have a no-fail, perfect, luxury cruise to REALLY get the feeling of cruising and why people do love it.
THIS IS LITERALLY WHAT I'VE BEEN THINKING THIS WHOLE TIME😂❤❤❤❤
I don’t know…it’s my impression that people who love it, love it.
This is the first of their videos I’ve seen, but I’m not sure I see them going in for the luxury/ commercial aspect of Disney. I could be wrong, though.
Only if they are Disney fans...and the "surge" pricing up to $1000 per night definitely doesn't sound like the Beans' cup of tea
Disney is a good idea for them when they have more kids.❤ or Carnival cruises 🚢 Royal Caribbean more for older people everything closed early❤
I love the days at sea, but that is because I love the peace and tranquility of just watching the ocean, reading a book, taking in a show or playing trivia. This cruise just looked packed at all the available places and boring as hell. At least you had a balcony. I always get inside staterooms and then find a place on the ship to chill. Getting off at the ports is great, but doing an excursion that is on your bucket list is fantastic. Swim with dolphins, whale watching, nature hikes, city tours. This cruise and all the late night stuff just wasn’t your cup of tea and this cruise ship just wasn’t a good fit for The Beans!!!
The ending was the funniest thing I have seen in ages. My husband and I were on the edge of our seats, brushing our teeth, and trying not to choke while someone is screaming and you mention how you’ve battled intrusive thoughts of wanting to jump over the edge 😂😂😂 these kind of prisons of the sea are not for me. How was your experience with other guests?
"Our prison on the sea!" 😂..that's one I won't forget!
Please don’t let this be your last cruise… I have been on many cruises and I will say what I just saw was the worst of the worst… I personally have never done the Alaskan cruise but I do have a friend that has she absolutely loved it..
We are BxJourneys, Jay and Luis and we are experienced. We found your channel and love your 1st cruise experience videos. If you have any questions., please let us know😊 you need to try Disney, Princess or Celebrity for a better cruise experience.
The cool thing about a cruise is you get a small taste of different cities/countries. It enables you to decide which of those countries you’d like to go back to & explore more.
Our. Worst. Nightmare!
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Pretty sure you were 100x more positive than we could’ve possibly been. Thanks for reinforcing our cruise beliefs 😅
We went to Norway in May with our 6yr old son. We on p&o iona and it was amazing. Beautiful ship and scenery. And the kids clubs were great 👍
You guys should definitely do an Alaskan cruise with a better company where you can pick your dining times and the activities are less cheesy. (Our first cruise was also a Costa cruise and wasn’t our cup of tea 🙈though the drink package helped)
The nature you see from your balcony is incredible. We went in the last cruise of the season and were the only ship in every port and weather was great.
Hope you are feeling better now Emma.
You should always take your passports with you when you get off the ship in case of an emergency
You need to go on Norwegian Cruise Line. Everything is at your own pace. No assigned meals. Order anything to the room--I have been on most major lines and NCL is by far-the best!!
My girlfriend and I had a great time literally doing nothing on a cruise. Just eating drinking and watching the ocean and views. I could see how someone who likes to keep busy and doesn't drink might hate being on a cruise!
OMG I can't help but chuckle, I was exactly the same on my first cruise. Stick with it, you will figure it all out and be seasoned cruisers before you know it!
Oh my days you guys…….this is literally my worst idea of a holiday ever😂😂😂😂 you have really provided a service with this series of vlogs. Thank you for doing this so I never ever have to 😂😂😂😂❤
😂 it’s definitely not for everyone..
Thank you for enforcing my opinion and fear of cruises.All those people,my Emetophobia would be sky high.❤
@@TravelBeans I think that passenger/cargo ships still exist, the Fyffes banana ships were a great way to get to and from Liverpool to the Caribbean and Central and South America, first class voyage at an almost economy price and in a week or less.
You clearly don't have any clue on how to enjoy a cruise ! From picking the cruise line to everyday cruising. It's not worth the effort to draw you a plan and explain how to cruise. I realize you make money on clicks, that seems the point of your posts. Negative postings may draw clicks, however, it draws attention to another " Silly " adventure. Sorry guys, another wrong direction.
@@wendybishop2421 What you see is done for clicks... millions of people cruise every year, you bought into a click for money.
My first cruise was with my family when my kids were a little older and more independent. There was a drop off daycare for my elementary school aged son, and plenty to do for my teenager. I was able to relax the most I had ever been able to since the kids had been born. No cooking, no dishes, no laundry, no cleaning, no dropping off and picking kids up from school, no homework, no worries about parking or reservations. Just relaxation! I loved it! I haven't been on one since the pandemic, because I worry about the germs, but maybe someday.
Yes, those are better ages for kids to travel. I did my fair share traveling with an infant, toddler, or preschooler and even with all 3. Fun but not relaxing. 😉
I was working on a cruise ship when the Costa Concordia sank in 2012. It is a VERY special way of life, that some love, and some cannot get behind. I wasn't up for it, a bit like you both. I wanted more to do and I missed land EVERY time we were at sea! Love your content
So lovely to see a glimpse of our home country 🇲🇹 in your video, we've been away from there for three years now but Valletta is just so charming ! Glad you enjoyed it ☺❤
Such a charming place! It’s now firmly on our list of places to visit properly in the future 😊💛
Looking forward to future Malta vlogs. So lovely to see my home country featured on channels like yours ☺️ PS. I also cruised for the first time last year after being skeptical but I adored it. We went with P&O and did the Norwegian fjords... Such a unique way of seeing all the landscapes and so peaceful
I find it a bit mad that you hadn't heard about the Costa Concordia, it was such huge news at the time and for ages afterwards! Probably good you found out somewhat late in the week and not as you were boarding!
I mean, everyone keeps wanting to blame Costa for being a three-star line, but everyone's ignoring the fact that they're actually owned by carnival. Meaning carnival is actually the worst in the world, they're just hiding behind another business name.
@@h4yleybayley that was a terrorist attack cost does not maintain the weapons necessary to prevent that
Nor does the other ship
Costa Concordia disaster was through neglect of the captain to take the liner on the correct course.
Well Alex you are not alone as a casino would be some of my entertainment also, but maybe unlike you, I bet low to make my money last longer. But never keep playing on one machine. If you get a fair win, move to another machine. Never ever chase your losses, you will end spending far more than you ever intended.
Smaller ships...comes way more motion & way less activity.
I have taken all..small, mid-size & large. You did choose the WORST cruise & it will only get better next time. For me...Norwegian is the best & you eat when you want to eat. Even in dining rooms.
Carnival cruises are just party fests.
Research is your best friend. There is tons of cruise info on line and on YT. Tendering is common and Santorini has a reputation for crowds and lines. It's also very hilly. Cruising for us is about relaxing. If you want lots of activities you need to go on a larger, newer ship. But, I will say, there are activities on smaller ships too. You just have to check the schedule each day. I personally know several people who reluctantly went on a cruise because their spouse wanted to and they fell in love with it too. So, for all of you saying "never", you really don't know until you do it.
Have you noticed that when you speak to some negative people who have never cruised the same line always comes out, "a cruise with all those people I couldn't think of anything worse, being stuck on a ship it's just like prison". I have never spoken to anyone who didn't enjoy their cruise.
You are so sweet and honest , natural 🤗🤗🤗
Thank you for taking us with you , on all your amazing travels ❤
You NEVER leave your passport on the ship you always carry it with you. If something were to happen and you missed the ship and had to fly to the next port you would want your passport.
Good advice
Oh bless you Em. I hope you recovered splendidly.🙂 x
Thank you 🙏 I’m so much better now 😊
Love your sweet family, the cruise with calm waters and weather, made it so enjoyable.❤
I hope that you feel better soon, and of course the gorgeous little Noah. 💐❤
Cruising requires lots of research before booking! There are tons of different flavors of ships/activities/itineraries/ports of call etc etc so you definitely have to do some thorough research to make sure you’re booking what suits YOU best.
I've been on one cruise. It was with Royal Caribbean and was actually pretty great. I think you'll find that the experience of cruising varies widely with the cruise line and ship. Your cabin was pretty nice, but the rest of the stuff seemed pretty boring on the ship. Not to mention trying to get everyone on and off. I bet you'll experience the same bad stuff at embarkation unless they stagger departures like some ships do. But you should try that line and see what you think. We had a great time!
I am SO glad you are ok!!! Great video. You three are up there as my absolute favorites!! Take care!! ❤
Loved your video and loved watching you two with Noah. Hope your next cruise (with a different cruise line) will be fabulous.
I have been on a couple cruises out of Long Beach California and can honestly say we had alot of fun. It was a learning experience for sure but I would advise inviting an avid cruiser along with. They can help you navigate activities based on prior experiences. Also to not drink on a cruise is an admirable lesson in self control because most of the people on a cruise it seems are there for food and drink. Great video. Noah looked like he had a stellar time.
I did an Alaska cruise but didn't see much except whales. We drove to Alaska & spent 2 months. We saw tons of wildlife & glaciers & more beauty than you can imagine!! Take your US van & drive, it's the best!!
I’ve been on 3 cruises and I love them all. I’m glad you had a good time!
i don't think that's a bad cruise it's just that you are not cruise ship people. and that's totally ok. cruise ships are to relax in a beach chair, eat lots of food, and maybe do land excursions. but if you don't enjoy staying put, then just travel by train or airplane!
Eons ago, when my late husband was in the Air Force, we went on a lovely holiday to Halkidiki, Greece. It was amazing! The resort we stayed at was called Kassandra's Palace, and the one thing I have brought with me over the years since 1982 is the poster I got from the hotel manager for "Halkidiki, the Secret Paradise of Greece" from the hotel lobby. He gave me the poster after he saved John from getting arrested for accidentally sinking a kayak when he got drunk on oozo!
Sorry you were ill. The being bored I don't understand, I would have breakfast, sit on deck and watch people and sea go by, have lunch, go to cabin and sit on balcony watch sea, go to cabin, have a sleep, have shower, get dressed for dinner..... watch the entertainment, then there are days off the ship, sorry don't understand the bored thing
First, so sorry you got sick. I have been on at least 10 Cruises and love them. My favorite vacation, everything is right there. Try a better cruise line. I love Norwegian. Baby Noah is just so adorable!!
they have not the MONEY for others cruise line. For this they HATE Costa......
Thanks so much for watching and for the recommendation. Norwegian has come up quite a lot here in the comments - we might have to try it!
After trying cruising with one kid and then two, doing it with none now is wonderful!!!! Still, age also calls for more chill and relax time so good book, board games and just sitting around meeting tons of interesting international people full of life stories is so much fun on a cruise. For me its not about the destination but the trips
Oh no!! You really do need to try again on a proper cruise line!! I've just taken my 43rd cruise and my Costa experience is amongst the bottom! Glad you got to enjoy the ports! So sorry you ended up with a cold Emma!
43, how?!
Last year my husband and I decided to go on our very first cruise from Port Canaveral to the Caribbean on the newest Royal Caribbean, it was beautiful and I was surprised that I enjoyed it so much. It’s probably difficult traveling with a baby. On our first night, 2am a teenager fell from the inside balcony…8 stories… he died instantly. It was awful…
When Noah gets a little older, you need to take him on a Disney cruise!
thanks for sharing that experience.
Have to wait for my husband to watch this but just saw the video thumbnail and noooooooo!! I’m so sorry you got sick! Never fun when it happens anyway but especially when traveling. I hope you are feeling better now. Now you all REALLY deserve a top tier cruise.
Emma Cruises is a great channel. But for sure try a better rated cruise, perhaps Alaska as you said or even Norwegian fjords. Bigger ships have more to do and I’ve heard great things about Disney cruises, too. We were only on one cruise with Royal Caribbean and it was a smaller boat (we just booked it because and it was cheap) but we had fun, mostly as the ports were beaches.
For people who spend most of their time in a tiny van, I’m surprised you felt trapped & confined on the ship. Try an Alaska cruise sometime!
With a van, you can pretty much go where you want & stop where you want. Too crowded? Drive on. Go somewhere quiet and park & walk around. Yes you sleep and occasionally eat in the van, but there’s fresh air & nature right outside your door.
Yeah. Van life allows you the freedom to move on your own whim within reason.
Thank you Emma. Please feel better 💙❤️🇬🇧🇺🇸
The nice thing about cruising is you can pack just once and go to multiple countries. Pack again to go home. One bad thing is people can be so gross and pass their bugs around, especially in the buffet. Constant hand washing and sanitizing is absolutely essential (on ships or land; but, be especially vigilant on ships). People will blow their nose and then pick up the serving tongs at the buffet; I’ve seen it. The most important thing is pick a good cruise line-least expensive is definitely not the way to go.
grossss
Hello from Vancouver island…cruising to Alaska is our thing. Entirely different experience from this Costa cruise. The inside passage is filled with forests, mountains and wildlife, including whales, dolphins, seals, eagles, deer, bears, etc. the Alaska ports are filled with historic sites, and the excursions are breathtaking. I’ve cruised many times to Alaska, and there’s always a new adventure. Hope you give it a try.
100% our favorite also. We were on Princess 8/2023 and we cannot wait to go again. Planning to go again 8/2025 and take our 4 adult children. It is a beautiful trip and Princess does it perfectly.
I'd love to see you guys do a river cruise, it's the only type I fancy, smaller boat, less people and lots of wildlife. Not to mention being closer to land! *note to self... must watch someone do a river cruise soon
Paul and Carol (love to travel) have done quite a few river cruises!
@@nicolawibbz7182 Thanks I will look them up!
'Emma Cruises' channel has several river cruise episodes.
River cruise area often extremely boring. Unless you like guided tours at a snails pace.
Ha! I think the very first thing Alex and Emma did with the baby was to go on a river cruise, a kind of barge operation. Unfortunately, it meant new daddy had to manually turn locks himself! But I also think they enjoyed it a little. That was about a year ago.
Thank you for letting me see Mykonos again. I was there 40 years ago. I think about it often.
Heartfelt thanks for your honesty. Had almost talked myself into cruising despite having no wish to do so. Now I don’t feel bad about not wanting to cruise. As always love seeing Noah. He’s such a little scene stealer🥰
Their experience was terrible! A good cruise line provides a vastly different experience. We took my parents on a cruise to Hawaii and at the end they looked ten years younger!
We did our first cruise 2 years ago from Hamburg up around the Norwegian fjords, on the stunning Aida Prima. A German ship so mainly German passengers but it suited us perfectly. Loved it
I thought I wouldn’t like cruising until I took one back in 2010. And with the help of many TH-camr cruise channels like Emma Cruises and Tips For Travelers, I’m able to make my own decision with their help. And the cruise ship companies to avoid 😜
Oh yes. And ALASKA! That’s my main destination. But for the Beans, might I suggest Norway and the Norwegian Fjords!
Thanks for the introduction to cruises. Like you if opt for a nature cruise, not the touristy things. You saved me a bunch of time and money.
What a vid, great content, loved the onfo etc but more importantly loved the interaction stuff with Noah, hes adorable and you both are great parents, one of your best so far as ive never done a cruise so great stuff thank you!
My daughter and I got Covid on our Eastern Caribbean cruise a couple weeks ago! I think you might like cruising with a different cruise line. Bigger ships have a ton of activities and the entertainment is really good! We love Princess Cruise line.
Princess has come up a lot to us since our last video - looks like a completely different experience on those bigger boats! Definitely something we need to try in the future
Wrong Cruise Line and that makes such a difference. I did a Greek Island Cruise 10 years ago. It was on Norwegian Cruise Line. Cruised out of Venice, Italy. It was amazing. Cruising with a kid is hard especially when its just you and no additional family who could give you a couple nights off. Please don't give up on cruising! I've been on 12 and would love to cruise with yall. I have even cruised solo. You did visit great places. Glad you all went and can't wait for your next adventure.
You all did very well for your first cruise and are very charming. This is my first vlog and I’m now a subscriber. I did so much research before my first cruise and knew I had to check in at the terminal when you arrive. You are now seasoned cruiser cruisers and your next cruise will be so easy. Looking forward to more vlogs. Cheers.
I got engaged in Oia years ago, and it was beautiful. I can't believe how crowded Santorini was it wasn't like that when we were there. I've never wanted to go on a cruise and your take on it validates that thought. 🙃
I have thought about doing a cheap cruise in a room with no window and now I’m convinced I would need the balcony. 😂 Can’t wait to see where you go next!
I couldn’t imagine not having the balcony now that we’ve tried it.. would definitely recommend!
I love how you tell the truth. We have been to Santorini and as beautiful as it is, it was bloody awful. Thousands of shops, overpriced,steps, steps, steps. Shops and heat. That is not a holiday . Love your vlog. Xxx❤
We found Santorini the same. Very touristy and expensive. Symi, Paros and Naxos are much better.
The rule for Southern Europe is stay indoors between noon and 6pm, remember the song, "Only mad dogs and Englishmen go out in the midday sun". Sleep during the afternoon and go out to the early hours. Many places don't open until 7pm at the earliest. Shops staying open until 9 or 10, the non tourist places.
My wife and I stayed in a cave hotel overlooking the caldera. We would get up at 7am to walk the streets before the crowds arrived. By 10am we would be back for breakfast, before a bit of relaxation/pool/snooze before heading to the flat bit which is nice and much quieter. After spending some time at the beach we’d head back for an early (7pm) dinner, and then once all of the cruise passengers had left it was so much quieter to wander the streets and shops, stopping off for a drink overlooking the cruise ships. Santorini is nice, you just have to avoid the tourists - even though we were tourists ourselves.
Basically you didn’t do your research 😀. We love cruising however we are also “explorer” type people ,as you are, so couldn’t do a cruise with lots of sea days and we pick a cruise for the ports rather than the cruise. Sometimes i look as it as a “means of transport” to the places I want to go…..like the Carnival cruise we did in the Carribean…but we did our research and knew what it would be like. We do like the smaller ships
@@snafufubar I went to even smaller islands like Skiathos and surrounding. It was like being in a village
Noah is the cutest, best natured, baby!
Love you guys. Love this video 😂
Santorini was one of my favourite places in the world. Spent quite a bit of time there in 1985 and absolutely loved it and couldn’t wait to go back. Oh, Santorini, what have you done??? No cruise ships back then, no cable car, no thousands and thousands of people. I am literally stunned. 😳 😧 Blaugh! 😢😢😢😢. Went to Mykonos as well in same trip. Cannot believe the change.
I love the the effort and thoughtfulness that you put into planning your adventures. That being said, how do you accidently book the worst rated cruise line?
😂 by finding a last minute offer on a cruise leaving from the place we just happen to be that week.. it didn’t cross our minds that the ships would differ so much 🙈
@@TravelBeansThe various cruise lines are very different, and every ship is different. Even if a cruise line has sister ships (same basic class/style) these can be very different in character and service, food quality, etc. BUT, they are usually all full, and I don't like masses of people. Unfortunately, we missed the opportunity to book affordable holidays on half capacity cruises during the pandemic!
Well, I'm glad you survived! Now you need a holiday, I reckon 😊
These cruise videos have been such fun to watch! It reminds me of the one and only time I ever did a cruise (Carnival), and my love/hate experience of it. So much of what you two describe is so relatable!! You definitely made the right choice to splurge on a balcony room. We had one of the no-windows rooms below deck and it was really claustrophobic! It’ll be a hoot to show Noah these videos of his first cruise when he’s older! 😊
I always watch this channel and revel in the beauty of all the adventures you guys go through.
And then you guys also show the realness of what I could be going through and the fact that you guys can laugh through it all warms my heart everytime.
Thank you for making the content that you do.
You might enjoy bike/barge tours. These are much smaller (
Honestly, it looks like a great ship, not getting at all your "worst" theme, seems very contrived.
You two have just confirmed my deep feelings about ever cruising ❤
Very nice video. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us. Have a nice day now.
I went on a nice Alaskan cruise, and got bored too. I'm like you guys, I'm not into crowds and most of the things I see everyone else loving to be honest I have no interest in. It was our first cruise and I picked a cruise line that didn't have all the bells and whistles because I didn't want tons of kids running around or twenty-somethings partying. The cruise was FINE. It was me. I wanted to go for walks without people everywhere. The ports were tourist traps. The scenery from the ship was spectacular, thank God I got a balcony. I don't think you would like a Disney cruise, watch videos first. It's way too much forced smiling and hype. Keep doing what you do, love your beautiful family!
Cruise lines are all different. Choosing the wrong line and ship makes for a miserable trip. Also, you get what you pay for. Cheap cruise means they pack em in and nickel and dime. Spend more money up front on a better cruise line and you will have a better experience.
I have never been on a cruise, it's good to know the range of feelings and experiences! I couldn't imagine having an inside cabin!!
We've done one before. Not too bad. Our Alaska cruise next week they've offered people a full refund for an inside. The only time I've agreed so easily 😂
Great video as usual!! ❤
Surely now you have to try a river cruise, I would recommend Western Danube (Austria and Germany) river cruise, much calmer, smaller boats, interesting cities, less stress, and nature all the way. Offcourse, southern Rhine cruise through border of Germany and France is great, but for foodies the Rhone cruise should be the obvious choice. We are waiting for a video!
❤ Little Noah is gorgeous he is so well loved by both of you. I would love to see you reading to Noah again his little squeals of delight went straight to my heart. Happy Travels Beans😊
Nice to see a happy family love your videos
Laughing so hard while my husband is sleeping at the part where the guy yells and you expect someone to splash in the water. Wow. 😂