I Took a Cruise on a Ship Designed in The 1990s | NCL Sun
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- čas přidán 3. 01. 2023
- When cruise lines advertise their cruises they’ll always show you the newest and the biggest ships but the average lifespan on a cruise ship is close to 30 years and almost all major cruise lines have cruise ships that are well over 20 years old. That means that ships that were originally launched with promotional videos like this, are still sailing and I’ve just disembarked a cruise on one.
I usually cruise on new big cruise ships but when I saw a cheap price for a cruise on an older ship cruising with Norwegian Cruise Line, I knew I had to give it a go. I cruised on a very similar ship when I was a child and at the time I thought the ship was incredible so I hoped this would be a walk down memory lane for me.
I knew that the ship wouldn’t have things like go karts or virtual reality which you do get on modern cruise ships but I also suspected that the entertainment, food and service would also be different on a ship like this.
I hoped that it wouldn’t be worse but as the cruise I took was half the price of a cruise on one of the newest ships I figured there must be some reason for that. I hoped that it wasn’t because the ship was more rocky as I do get seasick, we did have some bad weather on this cruise and the sick bags did come out, but more about that later.
I was hoping to book another cruise after this on an even older cruise ship designed in the 1980s, but that all rested on how much I enjoyed this one.
It was pouring with rain in Lisbon when we embarked the ship which was ironically called the Norwegian Sun. Embarkation was really fast and that was probably helped by the fact that the ship holds a maximum of 1900 people, the current biggest cruise ship in the world holds 7000 guests so under 2000 is a relatively small ship.
Usually when I get on a ship the first thing I do is explore but as I was drenched through from the rain I found a some public toilets onboard to get changed in and I did my best to dry my hair under the handryer. It actually worked surprisingly well and although I got lots of comments here about getting bacteria on my head, I’d do it again, it was better than going to lunch looking like I’d been swimming in my clothes.
On cruises your suitcases are taken from you at the port and they arrive later in your cabin so I made sure that I took a change of clothes out of my suitcase and put it into my bag before I handed it over.
Once I was changed and I had wiped all of the rain out of my eyes I was able to see the atrium in the middle of the ship. This is one area that has remained largely unchanged since the ship was launched. Because of the way that cruise ships are made they can’t really make any big structural changes later on, cruise ships are built in chunks, usually upside down and then they are joined together. The whole process takes a couple of years and they have to plan everything, right down to where things like TV screens will be so that the structure can support the weight.
I’m happy to report that Norwegian have changed the carpet from the original brightly coloured one that they had here though. This new design is much more subtle and I think it looks much better. Back in the 2000s, or what we in the UK call the naughties bright colours were everywhere on cruise ships and it felt like it wasn’t uncommon to have red chairs, yellow carpets and green walls. I like to think that the colourful carpets and chairs are still living their life out somewhere.
This atrium area really is the heart of the ship and it stretches right the way from deck 3 up to the pool deck on deck 12. Most cruise ships will have an atrium in the middle which is kind of like this. Some are much bigger and some are smaller. Here there was the entrance one of the main dining rooms, the reception, a little starbucks, a bar and lots of desks of people trying to sell cruise next certificates and specialty meals. We would often get a drink here when we came back from port and it was a great place to people watch.
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Famous last words in this video "I've heard that the Ambassador ship hasn't been refurbished to the same standards"
That embassor evening seems such a long time ago now. Least we're safe which is the main thing.... onto the next cruise in April. Can't wait to get back on Ambience again in the future though. Such a beautiful ship!
@@louisaL1980It does!! Haha. Have a great time! 🥳🥳
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Emma, after spending 20 nights on Virgin Valiant Lady, 5 nights on Scarlet lady, and Christmas on Celebrity Apex, I have a question for you. Based on this review of a ship from the early 90's, who would rightfully spend $300-$500 a day, for a ship that is not even to the standards of this ship you just reviewed. This ship has 1900 passenger capacity, while the Virgin ships are 2700+. The main part of the Virgin ships, is a two story round staircase rotunda. That's it, yet your NCL ship had an 8 deck one!
We haven’t taken a cruise yet because we’re not sure how do you smoke weed on a cruise
As a crew member I am so glad the regular drill is back. Most guests don’t realize how important it is to do it the old school way and not digitally. It’s not just about knowing where to go, it’s taking direction, knowing how to line up, what not to bring and what to bring, being quiet and listening. Sometimes during drill explaining to people how to line up and stand take a few tries with each family and that’s just a drill. Imagine that in an emergency when people are nervous about what’s happening, it’s chaotic. This way IF there is an emergency, you remember what you did a few days ago and it would be so much easier to have everyone under control and safe.
Plus, loads of people think the drill is only about the guests but no! We crew members need to practice with actual people how to crowd manage. It’s not the same as people trickling in to scan their assembly station with a phone. Lining up 120 people, keeping them engaged enough to listen and make it bearable, dealing with challenges with unhappy guests, children, disability accommodations, all of that is super important to our training.
In order to keep everyone safe we need that practice, even if it’s annoying. Guest are upset they need to stand there for 20/30 minutes.
Imagine having to lead a guest drill twice a week 😂 but I do it gladly cause I know it’s what’s safest and I’m now confident I’d know what to do and how. ❤❤
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Lol it’s like people forget what immune systems are. Glad it’s back to normal!
Nope, hate the standard drill. Personally I will book with cruise lines that offer the new muster drill over those that return to the pre-covid drill for as long as I can.
You think people are going to remember where to go during a real emergency? All I know is my cruise card tells me which is my muster station.
We love the older but refurbished ships!! I was also designed in the 90’s but sadly have not had the refurbishment yet 🤣
Same!! 😂😂😂
Haha, great comment. 😆
I was an inaugural crew member on the Sun (production singer). We lived on the ship in the shipyard in Bremerhaven while she was still being built. Our maiden voyage was September 10th, 2001…the day before the world changed. Ah, thank you for this walk down memory lane, Emma. Now I feel old. LOL!
Brian, that is very interesting. We were on the ship on a repo cruise when Free Style was just being tested. It wasn't great at first and after dinner the first night, I could not stand the sight of food. This went on for 3 days until I discovered their Cooking Light restaurant (which I understand is long gone.). After that I was able to eat everywhere! Do you remember that restaurant? Also way back when, the Norwegian Majesty had a voucher meal program in Bermuda for about 30 restaurants, $5 for lunch and $10 for dinner. We opted for dinner and we had a wonderful $100 meal in St. George where we docked for only $20. We went to Bermuda twice last year on Norwegian Pearl, each time taking their free shuttle boat from the Dockyard to St. George's.
@@susanmotschman4396 Yes, I remember they had just launched the Free Style concept when I worked there. It was a bit rough at the beginning. The wait staff was exhausted and adjusting to the ebb and flow of the dining crowds was difficult. But, overall, I heard a lot of positive opinions from guests about the flexibility. I will say, though, that we noticed an inconsistency in attendance at our shows; due to the fact that there were no set dining times. I think the restaurant you are referring to was/is called Pacific Heights. It’s a California fusion restaurant specializing in gourmet vegetarian dishes and lighter fare. I ate there a couple of times over my 8 months on board. I remember it being pretty good. I know a lot of guests really liked it. Some of my fellow performers ate there as often as they could!
@@longmowervideo I find all that interesting, Brian. I forgot the name of the restaurant, just remember the Cooking Light connection. Every time I went there, it was almost empty!....Now we like O'Sheehan't so much at all times of the day that we book our stateroom to be near O'Sheehan's. In November, we had breakfast there 7 mornings!....In May of this year, we "rediscovered" the Main Dining Room, having eaten there only once or twice per cruise in the three or four years before Covid. The cruise being less than 50% full, there was never a wait for the Main Dining room. And we asked for the same server each night in May and November, made our dinners so pleasant....Thanks for responding!
Brian! I am currently a production singer on the Sun. I’ve actually been looking to speak to someone who was on the inaugural cruise in 2001. Would you mind DMing me on Instagram or FB? 🥰
@@cabeyx33 hi Melissa. I just sent you a message on FB. I’d love to hear about what it’s like working on the Sun now! Cheers!
I have never been on a cruise ship. I have never wanted to be on a cruise ship. I have little intention to ever go on a cruise ship.
But my gosh am I always excited to watch these videos. Emmas just so genuinely excited about the subject that it's infectious.
This is so so so kind and 100% why I make these videos, thank you!
@@EmmaCruises indeed your personality reminds me of Normal Geli here on CZcams....she mainly makes videos about Las Vegas. if you ever travel to Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, you should do a "collaboration" video with her. 🙂
Same for me. I just love listening to her talk!
Ok, so it's not just me! phew!
Just like me, I think the only thing I would like on a cruise ship is the food. But I still love to watch these videos for some reason.
we will miss these" low capacity " ships. in another 10 years they will all be gone and we will all be stuffed on these huge 6k+ passenger ships. no thanks.
Na, the smaller ships will still exist but you'll have to pay for the luxury lines. Thanks for watching 😀👏🏼
@@EmmaCruises yep, you always get what you pay for
I don't think so. NCL new ships are limited to under 4k at the moment. I don't think they are the only ones either.
@@EmmaCruises I can't afford the luxury lines! This is going to price a lot more people out of cruising!
Pretty sure these giant ships will be down to 75% capacity as well as they'll be 30 years old then
Hi Emma, as someone who is not interested at all in going on an ocean cruise, i love your videos and keep watching them over and over, just because i enjoy your narrative so much! :) perhaps you have more viewers like me. 😇
Thanks so much 🥹💕
Glad this ship is still around. I ran the gift shops on her launch for 6 months and the layouts look the same. At the time, she was the ship everyone wanted to be on as it offered more space for passengers. The ceremony in Miami with the NCL Dawn was fun as Kim Cattrall christened both ships.
I cruised to South America in this ship about 8 years ago. The high point for us was cruising Cape Horn whilst we sat in a beautifully warm Jacuzzi. When you consider the old windjammers could spend 3 months attempting to round the Horn, the mind boggles! I am a retired Master Mariner, I am sure many folk would regard my love of cruising somewhat akin to a 'busman's holiday' but, as they say 'whatever floats your boat'! I also have to admit to enjoying Emma's reports- balanced, well researched and fun !
Thanks so much. :)
We just LOVe the ships that are 2000 passengers. Such a shame they don't launch new ones this size any more. It's really interesting to see how weirdly dated some areas are. :)
Yassss, it's a great size, big enough to get lost in if you want too but not a 15 flight walk to everywhere, ha ha. Thank you!! :-)
It is perfect size! I stayed on NCL Sun in late 2019 solo cruising back to back for a month. There were several other people like me. It was so cheap with the booze package included that one passenger remarked that it was cheaper to do back to back cruising for him than staying ! I am waiting for NCL to come back to this side of the pond--yes, to America! Thanks for sharing Emma!
One more reason we are booking Viking and Oceania for next year. Love the sea and newer ships seem to lose that .
The P&O Aurora is another favourite with a lot of people for that sweet spot of 2000 guests. Adults (okay, okay. OAPs) only too.
A totally tubular ship.
I have no real desire to go on a cruise, but for some reason love watching this channel. Videos are extremely well done.
Thanks so much I try my best! :)
I was you. Just disembarked from the Norwegian Sun yesterday from a 9 day Alaska cruise.
We love the older smaller ships. They are more intimate, have a friendly atmosphere, and are generally great fun to be on. My favourite (so far) is the now-decommissioned 'Van Gogh'.
This makes me want to go on this ship! I loved the old, smaller cruise ships and I also love the all-around promenade deck. My favorite thing to do is to look out into the dark ocean, as you described. I'm amazed how many new ships don't have spots where you can do that without having a balcony cabin.
Yep me too!! Thank you! 😁❤️
I worked on cruise ships between January 2000 and December 2006. Those ships will be classified as old now, a bit like me 😉. My experience then was that the smaller ships was much more fun for staff and passengers. It was great. Everyone got to know each other.
I did one contract on what was at that time the biggest ship, it was very hard work and by the end the contract most of the crew were strangers and still unfamiliar to you. The smaller ships the crew got to know each other and we were like family. If I have to cruise as a passenger now, I will avoid these new massive ships by all means. I shudder in horror just with the thought of going on one of them. Just personal preference, happy cruising to you all 🤪
I took a cruise from Valparaiso to Buenos Aires aboard the NCL Sun and had a great time. It was able to get in close to the Patagonian coast with stunning scenery. We had marvelous weather through the Straits of Magellan and around Cape Horn. A great experience.
You are such a joy to listen to. You are so articulate and you always have a smile on your face. Thank you for your sharing your sailing experiences and Happy New Year!
Nice to see the videos from Norwegian Sun. Interesting to note the design was originally destined for Costa. Her sister Norwegian Sky started as a sister to Costa Victoria - but ultimately ended up being sold to NCL while still under construction. The third in the “class” - Norwegian Sun - entered service in the 2000s but as you say her design was from the 90s, designed by Costa, built for Norwegian. How unique.
Ooo!!! So good to know that’s Chris. 😀❤️
I’ve always been afraid of cruises ever since I was a kid but the more I watch your channel, the more I’m warming up to taking one some day.
That ship look like how I've always imagined a cruise ship to look like.
The sun was my first cruiseship. Panama from Miami to los angeles in 2013. Lovely 💕🇸🇪
I love this ship, I always go solo because i'm a loser with no friends and it's often super quiet and doesn't feel like vegas/disney land on water.
You are not a loser! I'm too nervous to go by myself, I think you are a bad ass!
I was on her in September 2022 and have sailed on several older ships and I must say that cruise lines do a great job keeping their ships looking fresh. If there’s a piece of advice I’d give is to definitely try out a smaller ship as it will give you a different experience and perspective.
The Sun is my all time favorite cruise ship. The Aft cabins are huge and totally worth it.
My first cruise ever was to Alaska on Norwegian Sun. Perfect sized ship to relax and watch the scenery pass by.
Sounds amazing. :-)
@@EmmaCruises You should do an Alaska Cruise!
I really need a vacation and was planning on flying to Jamaica but this video actually made me realize that taking a cruise is a much more relaxing and affordable option
This ship looks really pretty, reminds me of a P&O ship. And I'm sad about the fact that newer ships don't have promenade decks. That's one of the best things about cruising. Just hanging out after dinner on a deck chair with a book listening to the sea.
YES! I love the promenade. Thanks for watching 😀👏🏼
Right before seeing your comment, I'd literally just written a note "Look into Norwegian Sun. Sails from? Cost? Has a P&O feel."
How can anyone build a cruise ship with no promenade deck!? That makes no sense to me at all.
Norwegian sprits and sun love the beautiful colors of the ship inside and out so gorgeous 💚💜🛳️🛳️💚🧡💕🧡💜🛳️💙💙🌈💜💚🧡💕💕💕💚🛳️🛳️💚🧡💕🧡💚💜💙💙💙🛳️🛳️💚💕❤️❤️💕🧡🧡💜💜💙💙🛳️💜🧡💕
Thanks Emma! I really enjoyed this video. You did an amazing job! Well done!
I went on the Norwegian Joy last year with about 1300 passengers. We also got a lot of attention. Everyone knew my friend and my names (we’re both Stephanie). Sometimes the service was overkill but mostly we appreciated it (meaning when our waiter hovered because he only had our table😅). It was definitely a once in a lifetime experience
I’m hardly an experienced cruiser, I think I’ve been on four cruises in 22 years. But it was nice to see Norwegian Sun still going strong. Back in 2006 I did an Alaska cruise on her and remember that she seemed huge!
I’ve been enjoying your vlogs for a few years. Well done and thank you.
Love these videos. Between you and Lucy on cruise as crew I’m really getting excited for our two back to back NCL cruises next year on the Epic and Escape. Have not cruised in the Mediterranean before so very excited. Thanks for these very well made videos.
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i am ironically pretty scared of boats and ships but emma's videos are so entertaining to me! i have never and will never go on a cruise but your videos help me live out something im far too scared to try! your passion is contagious, love. your videos :)
I love that, thanks so much! :)
I've never cruised before but I'm so glad your channel showed up in my recommended a few months back, all of your videos are so engaging and I really get bored during a lot of youtube videos but never during yours! Watching your channel has definitely made me want to try a cruise someday!! :)
Thanks so much, I think same which is why I make the videos the way I do, my attention span is very short. ha ha. Thank you! 😁❤️
You are absolutely adorable. I love how you describe everything. Thank you for the great cruise and warm hugs💗
Thanks so much, hugs xx
Great video as always. I have cruised several times on the Sun's sister ship, the Sky. I prefer the smaller ships, especially for the reasons that you mentioned. But, they are also much more amenable when port changes occur due to weather, etc. Their smaller size gives them an advantage in ports where dock space is at a premium. I am a bread gal as well.
Well, another winning video from Emma. I was going crazy waiting to hear the passenger count on this cruise as you kept teasing it though out the video, but you saved it to the very end. I think I'd enjoy this style of cruise, and even the older ship. It appeared pretty nice to me. Price seemed great for what you got.
Haha, I kept myself wondering til the end too!! Thanks Jim :-)
Lordy Lordy I’m so glad you’re doing this because that was the very first cruise that I ever took in my whole life. It was my mother my sister and I I had so much fun I have been doing cruises every year since I think I’m on my 10th cruise and I have one coming up in March 2023
I totally agree with u. When taking such small cruises u feel like a king even if u stay in the inside cabin. It is very luxurious feeling
Interesting about the muster station. Took an Alaskan cruise back in July 2022 on the Sun and we just had to watch the video and check in with our card, didn't need to stay.
Also, just saw Queen of the Desert on Epic over Christmas....agree, it was phenomenal.
Yesss! Thank you! 😁❤️
I used to work on this ship as a stage tech in the early 2000s. It was nice to see the ship again, and I am glad you had a good time. It is interesting how some things have changed while others have stayed the same. It is actually nice to see that muster drills are still a thing. I was a Muster Station Leader, so I was out front showing people how to put on life jackets, doing the safety talk and trying to keep everyone happy. It wasn't easy, but I did try to make it fun.
It is interesting that back when I was with NCL, the Norwegian Sun was one of the larger ships. I worked on quite a few NCL ships and I have to say that I really liked the atmosphere aboard smaller ships (I have fond memories of the Norwegian Sea and Norwegian Majesty). They may not have had the latest tech or all the bells and whistles of the larger ships, but the crew was really close knit.
What were your hours like as a stage tech? I know waiters work crazy hours, and casino staff only works when the ship is in international waters. I'm curious about cruise jobs that don't have crazy hours.
My wife and I had a great experience on this ship. We took the Patagonia 14 day cruise from Val Pariso to Buenos Aires. We only had one day with rough weather (unusual for that trip) where the missus wasn't doing too well.
The service, food, entertainment was all great. The staff is what added the extra touch. I would be more than willing to cruise again on this same ship.
We were berthed next to the Norwegian Sun in Tenerife a few days before New Years. Great to see an older ship still looking the business. Had plenty of time to admire the exterior on the long walk down the breakwater.
You make really good informative videos, and like another commentator says, I too have never considered a cruise.
But after watching a lot of your vids, I'm beginning to think it's something I'd like to do.
This ship would suit me fine, much prefer it to the newer mega ships. Especially your comments and explanations about having more outside areas. Even in the bad weather, I would always like to feel I was on a ship. But then I don't get seasick so that probably helps.
Yessss!! :-)
Love the Norwegian Spirit, the smaller ships have a charm. I've also sailed on Grandeur of the Seas and love both of them. Also found the Azure and Disney Dream similar
However one day I want to go on a megaship , the biggest so far was probably the Carnival Panorama this Summer.
Yesssss! I think theres a time and place for all, I'm trying a big big ship next year, can't wait. :)
... first cruise ever was NCL GETAWAY held about 6,000 people ... yet never ever saw a line except for free self serve ice cream cones ... food was fantastic and everywhere ... no dieting allowed during a cruise ... after the cruise ... mabey tho ... vax up and go see the world ...
My first ever cruise many years ago was on this ship with my family of six to the Western Caribbean and so it has always been a special memory for me. I have cruised many times since then and find that I actually prefer a smaller cruise ship. The most memorable thing about this first cruise with the Norwegian Sun was the entertainment from the cruise director and his team. His name was Paul Baya and he had boundless talent and energy, and kept us well entertained over the seven days. Happy to see this ship still alive and well.
Cruised the NCL Sky (sister of the Sun) and the Pinnacle lounge was absolutely my favorite. So quiet and wonderful!
I'm especially grateful to you for this video Emma. My wife and I have only been on one cruise and it was ten years ago. In April we are doing a three week cruise from Miami to Seattle - on the Norwegian Sun! I'll be watching this one a few times between now and then I think. I'm so glad and relieved that you were impressed. Many thanks again.
I love this, Have a great time! 🥳🥳
@@EmmaCruises Only a week to go now - thanks again for all the info.
I absolutely loved my cruise on board the Sun. I cruised on her in 2015 on a 10 day cruise up the inside passage to Alaska. The full promenade and deck space was wonderful in Alaska, particularly the day we sailed into Glacier Bay. I also took advantage of a good price on an aft balcony which was huge. That is a great ship!❤
I was on the Sun in 2019 for a 4 day cruise out of Port Canaveral. It’s definitely older, but was fun.
Watching your video brought up quite a few memories of the ship.
Such a treat to see the Sun is in good shape! I was the original Ent Technical Supervisor back in 2001.
Thank you for the great review of this NCL sun. It’s hard to find reviews on older ships. My only suggestion is to add the ships name in the title so people can find it was.
Helloooooooo, I understand why you'd say that but after 6 years on CZcams I know that isn't a good idea for my channel. When I put a ship name in the title that limits the viewers to people who care about that ship (which is maybe 1% of less of the audience that'll watch it without). It's in the description and CZcams has the right tags etc so it'll come up if people search. Thanks for watching 😀👏🏼
never been on a cruise ship but its always so lovely to watch these videos. It always really makes me happy to learn something new about something i literally had no clue about. The way you share info and how happy you are to do is infectious and really makes these videos a delight to watch :) While I'm here i might as well ask a question though, Do you have any recommendations for companies for cruising alone at 30?
Thanks so much! That's very kind. If you go to EmmaCruises.com and download my free guide it compares all major cruise lines on things like dining, entertainment etc. That should give you an idea on where to start. I do have solo guides on my website too but if you start with the above that'll give you an idea. 👍🏼
@@EmmaCruises awesome, thank you so much! Really appreciate it.
Emma, You are such a breath of fresh are when it comes to cruise reviews. I have watched a lot of cruise channels and I keep coming back to your channel. I think all those people who make negative comments are simply jealous of what you have been able to accomplish. Keep up the great videos. I kind of wish you were based in the US so I could get a more practical look into the US cruise side.
Great video Emma and really significant as I’ve just come back from my first ever cruise on a 11 day Caribbean trip on NCL Norwegian Sky, which I believe is part of the Sun class fleet just like the one you went on.
I can relate to everything in your video as it was the same on the NCL Sky.
Was a great way to be introduced into cruising on a smaller quieter ship. 😊
From the videos you showed, the cruise ship doesn’t look dated but instead very well kept
Absolutely gorgeous and I’m not referring to the ship…..😍😍😍😍😍😍
Thank you! 😁❤️
@@EmmaCruises if you ever cruise out of New York again I’ll gladly be your cruise partner
My partner will be my partner but thanks 😂
@@EmmaCruises 😂👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
14:20 I agree, bread it just the best! From cheap mass-produced loafs to fancy baguettes, how could anyone not love it.
Aaaaaah you had a Beano Club shirt!! My child self would be so jealous. Living the dream!
TUI is a German company, and Marella is part of their brand, just for the British market.
Yesss 😁🙌
and excellent!
Hey Emma have you ever cruised out of new Zealand or Australia? I've just discovered your channel and I live in new Zealand and would really love to do a cruise from here. Just wondering if there just as good?
I haven't but I'd LOVE to. One day I hope :)
I arrived in Auckland a couple of days ago in Norwegian Spirit. She'll be doing NZ-Australia for the summer season. C'mon!!!
Hi, we sailed TO NZ and Australia and on to Melbourne on Princess last fall. Not our favourite line, but alright. Scenery stupendous, people surprisingly casual about Covid, which I hear.blew up in a big way after we got off. Boisterous Aussie drinking buddies may have had more fun than the usual older, quiet cruisers, but depends on what you like.
I think these smaller ships like the Norwegian Sun/Sky are here to stay because they are apparently easier to maneuver through Alaska’s Inside Passage as well as Glacier Bay National Park in order to visit towns such as Haines and Icy Strait. Not sure if the mega ships are able to do this. The other big ships I recently saw last week (Celebrity Solstice, Royal Quantum, Holland Nieuw Amsterdam) were much bigger than the Sun and they probably wouldn’t be able to sail through the same Inside Passage route that the Sun used.
I absolutely love going to the MDR with assigned seating, and having the same staff every night.
I also absolutely love promenade decks, especially at night!
I've seen so many crisue videos on here, but I have to say your's are my fav. The others are very American, or Salezy, or just come across as a monotone broadcast about do's and don'ts of crusing. I find yours to be relatable (as I'm bitish too) and an excellent blend of voiceover and footage. Thanks for the uploads and I hope to see loads more.
Thank you! 😁❤️
... first off HNY 2023 ... wishing you the best in all your travels ... you make Poseidon blush in that white dress ... you look very very nice ... in English or very Posh in British English ... great ship line you have found there too... altho you must agree NCL is not bad ... love their solo cruiser attitude ...
Hi Emma Happy New Year…since i have been cruising since 72, I like the new ships but the older ones provide nostalgia. Concerning the drill, i sailed out of New York in my early cruising days, i did not faint but standing out there for 30 minutes in the wind and cold, i felt like a popsicle🚢😊
Ha ha! That's another great point. Thanks for watching 😀👏🏼
My husband and I love your channel! We’ve binge-watched a lot of it lately. You’ve convinced me that I finally want to take a cruise; previously, I assumed that I would be bored if we tried one.
You are lovely to watch and have such a great personality.
Best wishes from Tennessee!
Have fun! 😀✨
Every one of your reviews are pretty awesome, but this one is extra awesome. Great job on describing the virtues of an older ship.
Thank you! 😁❤️
I just love you videos! I crused one time and one only. It was early 90's from Florida! It was horrible experience! Between Christmas and New Year. I went to the Bahamas for a 1 day trip. The waves we in excess of 12 feet! Everyone was sick all over the floor! I'll never forget the squishy carpet ! Needless to say I was horrifically sick! I had to visit the on board hospital! Chairs flew over board! I am so Afraid to cruise again! But I amensley enjoy cruseing with you! Thank you for your honesty and detail work you put into all your videos!
Oh my gosh, that sounds awful! Thanks for watching 😀👏🏼
I continue to watch your videos even though it is unlikely that I will do many cruises. I enjoy your presentation style and I learn much about something of which I know little. What I find missing from your videos is more information about what you see while sailing and what you might see in port. The idea of cruising and just enjoying the ambience in a bar is something I can achieve in my favourite pub after a good hike. If I were ever to go on a cruise, it would be what the cruise would offer me other than the meals and on-board entertainment. The only cruise that I've ever done was Vancouver to Alaska and I did that, at the urging of my nephew for his mother's 65 birthday gift, planning on seeing many pelagic and shoreline birds and marine mammals as we traveled the inner sound of British Columbia. To my dismay, the ship actually travelled far off shore, not far enough for most pelagic species but not close enough for shoreline species. So I spend days on deck and saw very few birds and mammals. Whenever a whale was sighted, everyone rushed to the deck to see it but as we were offshore, we didn't see the smaller whales or porpoises of the inland water. It wasn't until we even got to Alaska that I found out there was a naturalist aboard the ship. The actual landings of that cruise were pleasant but not especially rewarding nor very historic. I understand that is very specific to me but surely there are people who take cruises for what they offer on land or while on the ocean and not just for what they provide aboard ship. I know there are adventure cruises and my old boss is staff on cruises to the Arctic, Antarctic and the Galapagos Islands. But I would have thought people still travel regular cruise lines for these things. BTW Rubber for eraser is used in Newfoundland as well. Rubbers is also used for rubber boots too although I have heard some Newfoundlanders say "Wellingtons" as well.
Very interesting tour. The older ships are very special. Thanks for sharing
Thanks for watching 😀👏🏼
Emma dear, I just love your hair style as it grows back. Sorry if this comment seems forward sounding and I apologize if it is taken that way. Love all of your videos and the information in them. Keep the videos coming.
I started cruising in '99 and those "older" cruise ships began my love of cruising. I still enjoy sailing on the smaller older ships more than on the huge new vessels that have become amusement parks at sea. Not what I want when I book a cruise. I want to relax and enjoy the views.
OMG LITTLE EMMA AT 0:28 IN MY HOMETOWN! Keep up the wonderful content x
Pricilla! My grandma introduced me to that movie years ago and I love it. I also got to see it performed by a local small theater a few years ago, also amazing
Great review! We were last on the Sun in 2014 and I'm glad to see that she's still in great shape. Your video makes me want to sail on her again!
Love that. Thank you! 😁❤️
Happy New Year Emma! Excited to spend another year of living your fun adventures vicariously through you 😀 Hope you have a very happy and prosperous year but more importantly that you stay safe and healthy!❤
You are too kind, I hope I can keep bringing these videos for many many years! Thanks for watching ❤❤
Thank you for sharing all good information .Emma.
another great video Emma, love your passion for your cruises. Yes you said Rubber wayy too much. 🤣🤣🤣 . Take care, keep up the good work ..
Wow, well done on views, Emma. Your channel is flying. You have come such a long way from your insurance days, and I'm thrilled to see your success! We are off on our first ever cruise in October, Explorer of the Seas out of Venice, so you and a few other vloggers (Gary, Cruise Monkeys, Paul and Carole, Parodeejay) all played a part in that so thank you!
Thanks so much 🥹❤️
Looking gorgeous as always Emma. Especially in the white dress😍
Emma, Your reviews & attention to detail are unparalleled. Your accent is so pleasant to listen to. Thank you for all your efforts & diligence. Thanks to you, I now ask for coke zero!
Thanks so much. I do like Coke Zero… when Pepsi max isn’t available 🤣❤️
I love your videos as you explain everything so well, and I get to see what cruises are like now. My last cruise was in the year 2000 on a ship called the MS Sunbird, which to me at the time seemed huge! 🤣 You need to start putting links to your dresses! I always admire your style watching your videos, and I want to know where you get them! I just got to the bit in your video about the weather. We hit rough seas on my last cruise and it was so bad the pool lost half it's water and we were forbidden from going outside lest we be lost at sea!
Such a CUTIE...and such a delightful voice. Lucky fellow travelers.
Thank you! 😁❤️
You under the hair dryer in the bathroom 🤣🤣 ICON we love you
Awh ha ha Thank you! 😁❤️
Priscilla queen of the dessert was awesome. Can’t wait to see it again.
Oh man. So excited to see your review of your full trip on the Ambassador. 😅 Nothing could possibly go wrong.
If you haven't already seen my video about (the cruise only lasted 8 hours) check out my channel, it was quite the adventure :')
When it was called the PRIDE OF ALOHA, we took our first ever cruise on this ship! This video is a trip down memory lane for us too! Such amazing memories! ❤
Hey Eric! Pride of Aloha was Norwegian Sky but they are soooo similar, I went on Pride of Aloha to Hawaii when I was a child, such a colourful ship from memory. Thanks for watching 😀👏🏼
Wow !! you always look fantastic !!! tomorrow i am going on the Allure of the Seas, i heard its massive!!
When I was a kid in the US back in the 70s, rubbers were galoshes, or overshoes, you wore over your street shoes to keep them dry in the rain.
Ha ha, Thanks for watching 😀👏🏼
Such a good video Emma, 2024 on Norwegian has been added to our list 😂
You did it! 200K !! Congratulations - I never had any doubts.
Oh my!!! This is how I found out hahahah. Amazing thanks so much 🤣
Cruised on the Sun a few years ago, a short Bahamas cruise out of port Canaveral. Good food, nice cabin, and the drinks package was included in the fare. Definitely enjoy the smaller ships.
Nice video. I love your style of journalism. Always clear, friendly and informative.
Thanks so much!
I have to say I was 50/50 about cruising but me and my girlfriend have been watching your videos and I'm happy to say we both are booked on a cruise on the Harmony of the Seas. Keep up the amazing work 😊
Have a great time! 🥳🥳
You are so correct with the laundry tags…they outlive the garment👍😎
Yes!!! 😂😂😂
This vlog was enjoyable as always. I must comment on your hairstyle. It suits you very well and is quite attractive. I think your comments about this ship being older and smaller are spot on. Keep up the good work on your fine channel.
Thank you! 😁❤️
Will be in the Norwegian Sun next month.
This was such a timely episode!
Will be first time with NCL, so really looking forward to it now.
Have a great time! 🥳🥳
Love you so much Emma, I smile so much every time I watch your videos..
Thank you so much!!