First Class on a Ritz Carlton Luxury Cruise | Evrima

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  • čas přidán 11. 06. 2024
  • Check out Carl Friedrik's “The Luggage Set” here: friedrik.com/0m2
    Today I’m taking one of the world’s most luxurious cruises for 5 days across the Caribbean. This is the long awaited Ritz Carlton Yacht, Evrima. Scheduled to launch in 2020, this was pushed back around 8 times until finally last October she was launched. I’ve experienced a few luxury cruises now, but this was different. With far fewer passengers, the level of staffing should be an unparalleled experience onboard.
    I'll show you the entire experience from boarding in Florida, touring my suite along with the most luxurious "Owners Suite" onboard. We'll check out the dining, explore the marina and fully emerce ourselves in the world of Ritz Carlton.
    Unfortunately today’s ultra luxury cruise wasn’t quite as seamless as I’d hoped. In this video I’ll be breaking down exactly what happened and if I think you should try it for yourself. As always, I remain unbiased and honest in my reviews, this is no exception.
    0:00 - Intro
    2:51 - Suite tour
    4:39 - Dinner
    8:00 - Balcony
    11:04 - The Spa
    13:05 - Pools
    18:19 - Marina
    20:24 - The Issues

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  • @Trektrendy
    @Trektrendy  Před rokem +145

    Check out Carl Friedrik's “The Luggage Set” here: friedrik.com/0m2
    Thanks all for watching. Let me know what cruise content you'd like to see next :)

    • @valentinaharper6175
      @valentinaharper6175 Před rokem +2

      Came for this 😅

    • @C2K777
      @C2K777 Před rokem +1

      Forget everything else. I cannot begin to explain how not acceptable a safety line 'breaking' is. In reality I'd imagine it just wasn't tied off properly but to give you some context regarding that....
      ....Instant dismissal would not be an OTT outcome in such circumstances. IF the rope broke then it goes even further. An immediate ( or as soon as reasonably practical) audit of ALL ropes, lines and other safety gear would be required with serious legal & criminal potential consequences for crew, officers, management and suppliers.
      You know how when you, say wall climb & you have the safety rope. You know how if someone falls 50ft & seriously injuries themselves then people get sacked, sued & possibly convictions are handed down. Yeah if a judgement is made that it is unsafe and/or risk to life to not use said safety equipment then that equipment isn't used properly/ fails then it's NEVER ok. Whether those lovely two were young and fit enough for it not to be an issue is NOT THE ISSUE. Whether there was a rescue tender on standby ( not that I saw one but you'd hope there was if it was assessed so rough/ strong currents that tether ropes were required but who knows based on this), Irrelevant.
      Shit service is one thing. deploying gear which isn't fit for purpose or allowing inadequately trained crew to undertake tasks which have the potential to endanger guests lives is a very different game.

    • @JimH.
      @JimH. Před rokem +1

      Would love to see you do Egypt; it's been 18 years since I was there and I'm planning on returning.

    • @gregm4768
      @gregm4768 Před rokem +8

      I hope Ritz Carlton reps watch this video. I wanted to book this cruise but not if the service isn't there.

    • @michmak3829
      @michmak3829 Před rokem +1

      Maybe Richard's Branson Necker Island?

  • @Jessica_middle_england
    @Jessica_middle_england Před 10 měsíci +124

    This is what the internet should be used for - honest and informative reviews!! So refreshing to see.

  • @Johnthedagger
    @Johnthedagger Před rokem +1016

    Imagine paying all that money only to find they are understaffed, the food service is terrible, and some facilities are broken or shuttered? Amateur night, and somehow they got paid for all that and then felt they didn't need to do their jobs properly or provide what they promised. Good job informing us and for being so patient with the experience

    • @qbw8834
      @qbw8834 Před rokem +66

      Welcome to America...

    • @scotttild
      @scotttild Před rokem +44

      My thoughts exactly, no one wants to provide quality anymore just take your money. Would pass on that one even if I could afford it. Seems to be a lot to be desired for that amount of money. Ship looks nice that’s about it.

    • @jodiescarcega1924
      @jodiescarcega1924 Před rokem +6

      Oh to be rich!

    • @ChristianRunsNY
      @ChristianRunsNY Před rokem +23

      Exactly, and somehow it was still worth it? I could do so much more with that on vacation than float around

    • @youtubewatcher1135
      @youtubewatcher1135 Před rokem +7

      How much did the videographer pay for the cruise? Out of his own pocket, I mean.....

  • @ckrobb72
    @ckrobb72 Před rokem +44

    For a price tag that high… EVERYTHING needs to be stellar…. Amenities, service, food, ……

    • @MayorMcheese12
      @MayorMcheese12 Před 2 měsíci

      Fr. And they STILL have the balls to upcharge you on things.

  • @SusanBlazek
    @SusanBlazek Před rokem +302

    We sailed on the Evrima in mid-December, and experienced the same problems you did - invisible concierge, phone system not working, non-functioning hot tubs, no drinks on deck 10, etc. It is unconscionable that they have not cared enough about their guests to fix any of these big issues.

    • @lmnopj415
      @lmnopj415 Před rokem +12

      Especially for the price!

    • @Daniel-kk5lx
      @Daniel-kk5lx Před rokem +16

      I was wondering if they had fixed any of these issues. I'll be damned if I spend Ritz-Carlton money for anything less than Ritz-Carlton level service. Thank you to you and the reviewer for saving me from what would have easily been, in my view, a mistake.

    • @carlostallomercado8356
      @carlostallomercado8356 Před rokem +9

      @@Daniel-kk5lx poor amenities its not worth ur hard earned money…RCCL much better

    • @louise7552
      @louise7552 Před rokem +4

      ​@@carlostallomercado8356 I have a feeling Millie may have given him the flick after this trip,😂😂

    • @MayorMcheese12
      @MayorMcheese12 Před 2 měsíci +1

      Fr they just robbing people.

  • @neom0nk
    @neom0nk Před rokem +505

    You've quickly become my favourite youtube channel Will. I'm also extremely impressed you've managed to parlay yourself into a career as a luxury travel reviewer, well played sir.

    • @oceancat0450
      @oceancat0450 Před rokem +21

      Right!?
      Talk about living the damn dream.

    • @ahmedmahomed
      @ahmedmahomed Před rokem +2

      @trektrendy how would I get business class with Qatar airways for a reduced price?

    • @urbanprojectz
      @urbanprojectz Před rokem +3

      @@ahmedmahomed Use airmiles!! Or longer stop overs!

  • @Jay_Bird
    @Jay_Bird Před rokem +662

    Wow, great review. This would be abysmal service on any cruise line, but on a Four Seasons yacht it's absolutely unacceptable. At those prices, everything (including hot tubs) should work, a drink should be obtainable from every seat in the house in under 5 minutes, and a 15 minute wait for a menu should embarrass the crew and crew leader. If I'd payed $10K/p for this voyage, I would be furious. Thanks for keeping it honest!

    • @ChatGPT1111
      @ChatGPT1111 Před rokem +16

      Yeah I have decided to spend my money on the high end suites on Princess and Celebrity instead.

    • @DavidinNYC
      @DavidinNYC Před rokem +25

      Ritz Carlton*

    • @bladeds100
      @bladeds100 Před rokem +14

      Yes it’s an embarrassment. I would be complaining hard. Why was the butler not there to introduce them?

    • @JK8
      @JK8 Před rokem +14

      It’s not four seasons

    • @pdallemeier
      @pdallemeier Před rokem +11

      Four Seasons hasn’t launched their yacht yet. Ritz is getting there sea legs and service has greatly improved since their launch last fall.

  • @HeadstudiosAu
    @HeadstudiosAu Před rokem +53

    This is so good because it's honest and not sugar coating a "luxury cruise" - it makes it so much more human.

  • @melsyoutube
    @melsyoutube Před rokem +113

    the production value is insane, these vids are always so well filmed and edited

  • @BrightSunTravels
    @BrightSunTravels Před rokem +154

    This is a great video! Thanks for giving people a genuine look inside a product not typically shown in this way!

    • @Trektrendy
      @Trektrendy  Před rokem +13

      Thanks so much for watching :)

    • @ahmedmahomed
      @ahmedmahomed Před rokem +2

      ​​@@Trektrendy how would I be able to get business class with Qatar airways for a reduced price?

  • @parmaman8551
    @parmaman8551 Před rokem +40

    I appreciate how you are honest with stuff and don't just say that everything is great

  • @TGZR2525
    @TGZR2525 Před rokem +63

    I was on Evrima a few weeks ago and echo your sentiments exactly. You got the high and low points correctly. Well done (to you) and to Marriott, this diamond needs more polishing. I am writing this from my suite aboard celebrity Apex in the retreat and the differences in the service levels (and even the food) are substantial. The more intimate retreat/haven spaces aboard the newest mainline ships will give the luxury players are run for their money and they need to step it up.

    • @larvintech3195
      @larvintech3195 Před 2 měsíci

      Hello Bill, my name is Favour and I am a product manager. I have over 3 years of experience in the product development field. It would be a great opportunity to work at Communispond. I’ve sent a connection invitation to you via LinkedIn. I would really appreciate your feedback.

    • @MexicoAdventurer
      @MexicoAdventurer Před 2 měsíci +1

      Bill, would you consider doing a few short videos of some of your cruise experiences? We'd thoroughly enjoy it. Thanks.

  • @janlotto1
    @janlotto1 Před 4 měsíci +2

    Customer service, quality assurance, and value for money spent are all examples of things most corporations have mistakenly failed to maintain in their quest for profit.

  • @kencase2179
    @kencase2179 Před rokem +160

    Will and Millie, Thank you for bringing us along on this beautiful ship. It’s sad that you experienced issues with staffing and some areas of the ship as well as some of the food. The pricing and the RC name, you should have had a top notch experience. It looks like the weather was beautiful and I’m sure was a welcomed getaway. Can’t wait for the next video.

  • @Miamilifestyle1
    @Miamilifestyle1 Před rokem +353

    They lost me when your champagne was put on the floor outside your room. The “under staffing” goes against the entire point of luxury cruise. There should be at least 1 to 2 crew to guest. And if the ratio of crew to guest is good, they have then hired the wrong staff. I watched u and Milly and thoroughly enjoyed your take. Thank you.

    • @marieneu264
      @marieneu264 Před rokem +22

      I don’t understand the understaffing, especially for sure a luxury cruise line, no matter the age. We all know there are bazillions of staff members on cruise ships across the world. You’d think any and all of them would love to work on such a classy cruise ship with upper class guests, as long as they’re being paid a bit more than they are on crappy cruise lines, with sometimes annoying and crass cruisers. This seems like a no brainer if the cruise line pays more (since they charge more) and since the cruisers can probably afford to tip more than most other cruise lines. Something must be wrong if experienced cruise workers aren’t jumping at the chance to work on this ship.

    • @batmariostar1818
      @batmariostar1818 Před rokem +15

      I was planning of going on this cruise line, but definitely, I wouldn't go with this cruise line, that thing is unacceptable. I'll cruise with Silversea, as I usually do.

    • @SD-oi9gr
      @SD-oi9gr Před rokem +3

      Just like a food delivery back home with covid.

    • @batmariostar1818
      @batmariostar1818 Před rokem +3

      @@SD-oi9gr that's unacceptable, the concierge must enter the room and out the food on the table, that's not costa cruises...

    • @spacechimp3199
      @spacechimp3199 Před rokem +23

      @@marieneu264 i bartend at a higher end restaurant. No one wants to work in this industry anymore. Especially not for snobby rich people. They’re the worst types of customers I’ve had to deal with. I prefer working with the homeless people at my other job because they actually respect and appreciate you.

  • @jessbooth5495
    @jessbooth5495 Před rokem +18

    Thanks for taking us along for the journey. Given the cost and brand, I was surprised by the lack of staff, cost of the spa facilities and overall experience. It's a good thing the canoeing guests were good rowers when the safety line gave way, lol. Not quite the in line with the Ritz's reputation for excellent service and pre-empting customer needs but hopefully this changes.

  • @YouTube
    @YouTube Před rokem +39

    trek trendy on tour ✅🌎

  • @andrewmorris9013
    @andrewmorris9013 Před rokem +94

    Yes for the Antarctic cruise - I'd be interested in seeing how the 'scientific' cruises like Viking work!

    • @colinschaeffer3940
      @colinschaeffer3940 Před rokem

      I went with Seabourn. Great trip 'til I was quarantined for a week with Flu!

  • @JohnSmith-qp7xu
    @JohnSmith-qp7xu Před rokem +641

    So app not working, concierge “not finding you”, broken hot tub, poor service on the sun deck, poor service in one of the restaurants, wrong orders at same restaurant, food poor at said restaurant…almost $10,000. That’s an unacceptable amount of issues for that price. But the 1% are gonna 1%, stuff like this ain’t for the majority of us peasants.

    • @Waaltizzlr
      @Waaltizzlr Před rokem +1

      No I can tell you, from a son of a 1% hard earned cash with that kind of service, You will get a hefty discount. They know you know the same people who would buy this if its accaptable. But when its shit their friends will NEVER buy it. Just new rich idiots

    • @HORSEYANIME2024
      @HORSEYANIME2024 Před rokem +14

      I’d agree

    • @jankeroolz
      @jankeroolz Před rokem +37

      I'd have been far less complementary than he has been.

    • @michellealvarez8160
      @michellealvarez8160 Před rokem +26

      If I had that kind of money, I’d get my own yacht with full service 😂

    • @alexlabs4858
      @alexlabs4858 Před rokem +27

      He’s in the poor people section of the boat though. Those tickets are only $10,000!

  • @user-ew5ef9xd1s
    @user-ew5ef9xd1s Před 3 měsíci +1

    This guy deserves his own show. Everything is on point.

  • @meowteeth1369
    @meowteeth1369 Před rokem +3

    I was just talking to my husband about the Ritz Cruise, because he wont go on Carnival with me. We usually stay at the Ritz, and expect certain standards and attention to detail for the price. Thank you so much for the comprehensive video, and it helps in my decision to try it in the future once they have more time to work things out.

  • @jacksoncounts5402
    @jacksoncounts5402 Před rokem +70

    I appreciate how you're always honest and point out the shortcomings you've quickly over the past month become my favorite luxury travel channel because of that because I've seen people say everything is amazing and yet very clearly you can see that the luxurious area that they're reviewing has huge shortcomings

    • @davidallen9598
      @davidallen9598 Před rokem +2

      Was going to leave a comment but you nailed it - need more channels and reviews that are as a candid as this

    • @loishilliard1
      @loishilliard1 Před rokem

      He has so much class!

  • @MarniMedia
    @MarniMedia Před rokem +156

    Excellent, honest review -- it's always fun to feel like we're tagging along with you! 🙂 As for this Ritz Carlton experience, it seems rather lacking in ambience, charm, and service for the exorbitant price. It feels like a cross between a luxury high-rise apartment building (with all the nicely appointed, yet empty common areas) and the vast, sterility of Equinox Sports Club LA. Lastly, I was shocked that I could literally SEE how dry and stringy that chicken was -- for that to translate onto the screen, it must have been absolutely inedible in person! 😅

    • @Trektrendy
      @Trektrendy  Před rokem +43

      Oh that chicken still gives me shudders to this day 😂

    • @anthonybiamonte472
      @anthonybiamonte472 Před 5 měsíci +1

      LOL I was also thinking "the furnishings look like the Equinox Sports Club!" Which - is very nice - but absolutely sterile

  • @Galaxydominator86543
    @Galaxydominator86543 Před rokem +4

    Wow will, I’ve been watching you since 10k-, I’ve gone through 5 accounts, moving halfway across the world and probably 1,000,000 cups of tea. All I want to say is thank you for your amazing content and happy soul!

  • @Pandorash8
    @Pandorash8 Před rokem +5

    Here to give a resounding YES!!! to the Antarctic cruise! 🙏🏻

  • @ladyspider4904
    @ladyspider4904 Před rokem +48

    You definitely need to take an Antartica cruise. I think it would be amazing to do.

  • @caseydykes117
    @caseydykes117 Před rokem +15

    Genuinely makes me so happy to see your sea friends joining in the video!!! Popped a massive smile on my face that they were so cool and happy to take the cam out kayaking! currently admitted in hospital and will be for a while so i'm very grateful for these videos Will and Millie xx

  • @bunnicula38
    @bunnicula38 Před rokem +8

    Hi, Millie!! Both of you are so cute! I get genuine happiness watching y'all enjoy yourselves on these trips. I love Will's expressions when he eats a particularly tasty meal. Keep up the travels!

  • @nanaalex818
    @nanaalex818 Před rokem +1

    Really really admire the kind and humorous way in which you deal with things you do not enjoy that much/or expected otherwise. That's what distinguishes your channel from the drama-packed channels around these days! Chapeau!

  • @lisagray1418
    @lisagray1418 Před rokem +14

    Will, I truly enjoy your channel. It allows me to travel without leaving home, and since I’m disabled this is wonderful for me. I really like that you show the menus, but often they are unreadable. I was hoping you could fix that. Thank you for your videos.

    • @Nyquil5
      @Nyquil5 Před rokem +2

      Agreed, and please linger on the menus a bit longer. I live vicariously for the dining options!

  • @ChloeLux
    @ChloeLux Před 3 měsíci +1

    The safety line not holding on the kayak would’ve sent me reeling 😂

  • @californiacastle
    @californiacastle Před rokem +4

    I absolutely love watching your videos! I love to travel and explore and seeing someone else do these voyages ranging from the relatively inexpensive all the way to the lavish is an awesome experience. Don’t stop making these amazing videos!

  • @OneStealthyNinja
    @OneStealthyNinja Před rokem +11

    The AMOUNT of issues, service, the hot tub, the concierge, if you're paying that price, it should be immaculate and without any issue, madness.

  • @illibrium4590
    @illibrium4590 Před rokem +28

    Honestly - in my experience, this is typical of Marriott. Lots of flash, but when it comes down to it, they are always hesitant to pull out the cash. They will stretch service personnel to their absolute limits before hiring more people. I would have thought that Ritz Carlton would have more investment, especially since it is such a new and high-end project, but when you were having service issues, I was not surprised. I worked for Marriott and Marriott Vacations Worldwide and they are all about over promising and under delivering.

    • @AMK190768
      @AMK190768 Před 11 měsíci +2

      What do you expect from an owner who calls for a "tipping day" and asks to tipp extra... remember his letter very well on the website and how fast my comment was removed. Simply pay living wages, then no one needs to tipp.

    • @dlgregory35
      @dlgregory35 Před 4 měsíci

      How true. How can people be so stupid to go on a cruise and obviously want to be ripped off. These people may have money how they make it god only knows but money they may have but very little in the ways of brains.

    • @dlgregory35
      @dlgregory35 Před 4 měsíci

      Completely agree with you although this applies to all cruise lines but this lot has little or no experience in cruising and yet people will pay these ecruise fares. Crazy.@@AMK190768

  • @BritishBestNapaValley
    @BritishBestNapaValley Před rokem +10

    I’m still struggling with cruises. Service issues and amenities fail were rather disappointing. I find it far too much for the mass appeal and lack of overall privacy. However, great review of the better priced suites and all important guidance on better deck positioning. Always lovely to see you & Milly traveling together 👫

  • @JTTW1455
    @JTTW1455 Před 4 měsíci +1

    Your production values are exceptional

  • @markdiliani9044
    @markdiliani9044 Před rokem +4

    Watching Trek Trendy is like a breath of fresh air, can't click on them fast enough!

  • @JimH.
    @JimH. Před rokem +36

    Another stellar video complete with the good, the bad and the ugly - EXACTLY what we've come to expect from your content. I'm truly sorry you had so many issues, while there are always going to be little things here and there, the sheer amount of failings (especially when you consider the cost and alleged "luxury" classification) are unacceptable. 😕 At ~ $1000 per night, you should have wanted for nothing. And how is a concierge "unable to find you" on a ship that tracks you when you board, when you enter your room, when you reserve a table and when you disembark/re-embark for land excursions? Personally I despise obvious lies and flimsy excuses and would prefer people just be honest. A "Hello, I'm so sorry I didn't get to you yesterday, but I have 200+ people and no help" would be preferable to "Um sorry couldn't find ya."
    Anyway, keep up the great work and here's hoping your next trip is better. ✈🚢🚓

  • @aureliacornelia79adgracchu29

    Wow! From your previous videos, I always get the feeling you try to stress the good points when things go wrong. This looks like it was pretty shoddy. I was looking at Sea Dream Yacht or this for a winter escape. Unless Evrima bucks its ideas up, it won't be them!
    Than you for your great reviews!

  • @mariesantosPMD
    @mariesantosPMD Před rokem

    Thank you William & Millie! Always a pleasure travelling virtually with you😊🙏

  • @MystiKal76
    @MystiKal76 Před rokem +170

    It's a shame there were certain things that weren't right, considering you paid so much. But overall, the ship looked fantastic 👍🏻

    • @Encore1917
      @Encore1917 Před rokem +20

      Being understaffed with a broken hot tub is unacceptable when selling suites for 20-50k and offering birkin bags... the ship has big potential though.

    • @ukbloke5740
      @ukbloke5740 Před rokem +2

      @@Encore1917 Maybe everyone got cheap tickets BECAUSE they're ironing out the kinks?

    • @Trektrendy
      @Trektrendy  Před rokem +16

      @@ukbloke5740 No one got cheap tickets, they're priced at the full rate

    • @teabagtowers3823
      @teabagtowers3823 Před rokem +4

      ​@@ukbloke5740Yeah I somehow doubt that with the Ritz Carlton....

    • @ukbloke5740
      @ukbloke5740 Před rokem +2

      @@Trektrendy You didn't pay full price though? Although I don't think you explained the mechanism employed this time.

  • @Mal_S
    @Mal_S Před rokem +42

    I love a good Millie episode. I think it makes it more enjoyable to watch to see you both enjoying the adventure. Look forward to more

  • @billpawson7484
    @billpawson7484 Před rokem +1

    Yes please do the Antarctic cruise.

  • @Hotdoggy32
    @Hotdoggy32 Před rokem +5

    Just discovered your content this week and absolutely love it! You have done so many trips that I would love to do if only I had the time and the money!! Watching your videos has given me a lovely escape from the everyday drudgery!

  • @dw4421
    @dw4421 Před rokem +29

    Yessss! Another cruise review! I am sadden that such a grandeur name like Ritz Carlton produced a mostly great product with lots of noticeable areas needing improvement, where I expect near flawlessness at that price range. Even with several years of delay, it seems quite unacceptable. Thank you for sharing this piece with us!
    I cannot wait for more cruises! I especially look forward to Royal Caribbean's new Icon of the Seas, if you do review it!

  • @leephillips2837
    @leephillips2837 Před rokem +12

    very glad you are honest about the experience. If Ritz Carlton cannot provide the service they say they do, they should either steeply discount the fares on those voyages or not sail at all. I've had incredible experiences with R-C, I would have been very disappointed with this.

  • @unwindfactory8718
    @unwindfactory8718 Před rokem +5

    Really appreciate your effort on bringing out the information to us. Alongside, extremely sorry to have experienced an uneven service standards. Ritz Carlton always goes above and beyond. Being a Ritz Carltoner myself I'm deeply saddened to know what you had to go through. I know it will be worked out and you will be experiencing an unparallel level of service standards and luxury in your future trips. Bon voyage.

  • @leloko.s
    @leloko.s Před 10 měsíci +1

    The narration is top notch

  • @MrVeteranVlogs
    @MrVeteranVlogs Před rokem +4

    My wife and I were going to try this cruise but after watching your video, we changed our mind. Great video

  • @stedfast410
    @stedfast410 Před rokem +5

    You make these videos seem just as relaxing for the viewers as it is for you 😮I love the relaxing documentaries you do when luxury travelling ♥️♥️

  • @berkshiregolfer
    @berkshiregolfer Před rokem +1

    A very fair and honest review, you are fast becoming my favourite CZcams channel! The Antarctic cruise sounds brilliant, would love to see it!

  • @elliemortimore6126
    @elliemortimore6126 Před rokem

    Really appreciate your honesty as we are looking at this cruise for later in the year. A great watch!

  • @FightingIncorrectStereotypes

    Absolutely yes to an antarctic cruise! That would be one of my bucket list trips to take, but I might just have to settle with living vicariously through your channel!

  • @Bangpaulxu
    @Bangpaulxu Před rokem +7

    Let’s get this man to 1 million subs since more people deserve to see his awesome videos!!!!

  • @boardmandave
    @boardmandave Před rokem +2

    I've got quite a few of your videos now and I have to say you will not be out of place on the BBC the fact that you put this together yourself is absolutely unreal well done my friend and thank you from someone who is unable to travel also in the UK

    • @Trektrendy
      @Trektrendy  Před rokem +1

      Thank you so much :)

    • @boardmandave
      @boardmandave Před rokem

      @@Trektrendy you're most welcome it is well deserved you make it look so easy but it must be difficult. Do you have any plans to include hotels? PS I love the new cruise videos

  • @jcbslytherin269
    @jcbslytherin269 Před 9 měsíci +4

    milly is so lovely, its great when she accompanies you.

  • @kellenhatch2796
    @kellenhatch2796 Před rokem +6

    I have been wanting to do this for two years, but I didn't know anybody who would try it first and tell me if it was worth it! So very happy to see this show up on my youtube today!

  • @bbqguy777
    @bbqguy777 Před rokem +4

    I love this channel! Your reviews, attention to detail, and videography is amazing. Of course, having your current travel companion along helps with the overall beauty appeal of the video. Can’t wait for the next video!

  • @jamiecarr4724
    @jamiecarr4724 Před rokem

    Been following for a while and love how your editing is getting better and better ☺️

  • @Yonko.95
    @Yonko.95 Před 11 měsíci +1

    The way Millie looked at Mark 😮

  • @steveritchie3650
    @steveritchie3650 Před rokem +6

    More amazing content Will. Thanks for the variety your providing.

  • @GregCurtin45
    @GregCurtin45 Před rokem +23

    Millie looks fab as always! I hope in future outings we get to hear her opinions on the food, room, activities as well?
    As outsiders looking in we may question your criticisms but then after hearing the price -- WTF? You are seriously too kind to the Ritz Carlton cruise line. When traveling on cruise ship with only 300 passengers the service really does need to Michelin star. I guess we can attribute it to the cruise getting its sea legs. Thank you for the detailed journey and very fair criticisms. Stay safe in your travels.

    • @Encore1917
      @Encore1917 Před rokem +5

      And he had one of the cheaper rooms, imagine paying 20-50k and having bad service at lunch and the sunlounge.. not acceptable in that price category.

  • @dannyphantom7023
    @dannyphantom7023 Před rokem

    Love how the channel is growing mate , very proud and well done once again!

  • @charlottebruce6841
    @charlottebruce6841 Před rokem +3

    Nice cruise! Even though there were some glitches, it looked to be a very nice experience. The room and fine dining alone looked fabulous.

  • @Therealprinceofcobh
    @Therealprinceofcobh Před rokem +3

    I worked as a Customer Engagement Manager for Marriott international who own Evrima, she’s a beauty, she’s fully booked for the next 18 months !

  • @thomaswatt99
    @thomaswatt99 Před rokem +6

    This never disappoint!!

  • @Luddis_Gubbis
    @Luddis_Gubbis Před 11 měsíci +2

    Absolutely love these ship reviews. You gotta do more of these

  • @briggskornr6769
    @briggskornr6769 Před rokem

    Yesssssss!!!!! Can't get enough of this channel. Just awesome.

  • @NeoKnacksYT
    @NeoKnacksYT Před rokem +4

    Love seeing Millie in your trips! ❤

  • @AB-ri9qo
    @AB-ri9qo Před rokem +4

    Not a $10,000 experience. Thank you for the honest review.

  • @kesontinker439
    @kesontinker439 Před 2 měsíci

    This review was truly an absolute pleasure to watch. Will is always incredibly honest and that's why I trust his reviews. Had time permitted, it would have been a treat to hear more about your experience at the Marina in San Salvador. Looking forward to having you back in The Bahamas soon.

  • @Wildgames5
    @Wildgames5 Před rokem +1

    Great vid! Loved the quality, and I hope you do more of these in the future!

  • @greysample
    @greysample Před rokem +4

    If you do an antarctic cruise, make sure to take an itinerary that goes to South Georgia Island! You won't regret it!

    • @ging466
      @ging466 Před rokem +1

      South Georgia is the best part!

  • @kati-ana
    @kati-ana Před rokem +12

    I enjoyed coming along with you and the ever lovely Mille indeed. I liked this ship but, for the price, even discounted I would not have been pleased with all that was lacking. I would've expected better. If they were more up to par I think I'd actually prefer this one over Virgin because for me Virgin was just too busy for me with too many choices and areas. I am super excited to see your Alaskan Cruise coming up sometime this year with your folks. That's going to be fun.

  • @jamessage7113
    @jamessage7113 Před rokem +1

    I’d really like to see Will make a video on which trains, cruises, and flights he prefers

  • @loishilliard1
    @loishilliard1 Před rokem

    So happy to see our Milli is back and vacationing again!

  • @urbanprojectz
    @urbanprojectz Před rokem +11

    It would be awesome if you could post a video around keeping fit for someone who spends a lot of time travelling. I find so many lounges, business expenses, holidays, platinum perks and business class flights are taking their toll on my waistline!!

  • @urbanprojectz
    @urbanprojectz Před rokem +3

    I did the P&O cruise in the Caribbean. It went to 9 countries in 14 nights, absolutely loved it. For me, being on the boat is there to fill the in-between voids to chill, but when hitting the Islands, straight out in the morning and 25k+ steps to see as much as possible.

  • @dannyd1138
    @dannyd1138 Před rokem

    Something about your videos I can’t stop watching

  • @marsbearmcw3050
    @marsbearmcw3050 Před měsícem

    Can’t say I’m all that impressed by this cruise.

  • @dannydm2133
    @dannydm2133 Před rokem +7

    She's a beauty of a ship! Can you do a Viking cruise line through the Rhine?

    • @58Brando
      @58Brando Před rokem

      Probably not glamorous enough.

  • @M.M.D.
    @M.M.D. Před rokem +19

    Not sure I'm going to book this cruise any time soon. At this price point, all should have been much better than you reported. It seemed you two lovebirds had a great time regardless. Cheers!

  • @pattyb6003
    @pattyb6003 Před 11 měsíci +4

    Thank you for the gruelling, hard work you do. Few people in the world are willing to expose themselves to the tribulations you do, but someone has to do it! God bless ❤

    • @dlgregory35
      @dlgregory35 Před 3 měsíci

      I assume you are being sarcastic hope so anyway and if you are I completely agree with you. Looks completely out of place also no idea how to dress for the occasion either.

  • @lizarichards2243
    @lizarichards2243 Před rokem +3

    My husband and I have been cruising for 20+ years on the mass market lines. Though this cruise is obviously an exclusive one, for that amount of money, the crew should have been waiting on you both hand and foot. I'm all for luxury experiences, but it looked like you didn't come close to the service you should have experienced, given the price.

  • @bodyloverz30
    @bodyloverz30 Před rokem +3

    Where is the butler, to set the linen draped outside table, for your veranda brunch? Both Seaborn & Silverseas would do this, as would Princess & Cunard for Suites!

    • @bodyloverz30
      @bodyloverz30 Před rokem +2

      Where also, is the linen draped bed tray, for "breakfast in bed?"

  • @PLUMEY14
    @PLUMEY14 Před rokem +11

    Lovely cruise overall but all the little mistakes of service etc. would have me hesitant, to stick with the other larger cruises. This is definitely one they should invite you back to, to do another one of these in an updated matter

  • @audrey220
    @audrey220 Před rokem

    I love your videos and how you present them. Always nice to see Millie. 🤗

  • @nancycurtis3964
    @nancycurtis3964 Před rokem +3

    I heard, while aboard another small ship in the Caribbean over the Christmas holidays, that Ritz Carlton recruited their staff from their hotels and not from season cruising staff. The talk among cruise ship staff (and they DO talk to each other!) was that Ritz Carlton had no clue how to run their "floating hotel."

  • @blisteringherb
    @blisteringherb Před rokem +5

    This is the first full review of the Evrima I’ve seen. It’s an absolutely beautiful ship. I’ve had my eye on it for a while, but for the price it seems like they’re not quite delivering the value. It also seems a bit too sedate for my travel style at the moment. Thanks for the detailed info!

  • @hi55us2
    @hi55us2 Před rokem +3

    Thanks so much for sharing your experience with this cruise! I've been considering one especially since you can book it with Marriott points, but I think it still has a lot of kinks to work out. Was also surprised it required a tender to get to shore, given the small size of the "yacht"

  • @sandyquinn491
    @sandyquinn491 Před rokem

    Complete review. Thank you for noting the negatives. No hot tube- no travel. :) TY!

  • @melissacooper-fx7rf
    @melissacooper-fx7rf Před rokem

    Hello from Michigan USA! I thoroughly enjoy your content, please keep up the great work! You do exactly what I would love to do with my life so you're a big inspiration and I want to thank you. Awesome work!!!

  • @salsanacho
    @salsanacho Před rokem +3

    Good comments about ways to improve, especially for the concierge. Given that it's $2k per day, the concierge is critical at the very beginning to get the most out of your limited time on board.

  • @Mrmeowgi123
    @Mrmeowgi123 Před rokem +3

    Thanks for the warning dude! Appreciate it! Saved my ass. 👌🙏🙌

  • @annettehall1569
    @annettehall1569 Před rokem

    I enjoyed watching. Thanks for the tour.

  • @publicaccount1589
    @publicaccount1589 Před 8 měsíci +1

    such a beautiful ship. hopefully they will get the staff issues resolved

  • @jackmagill8579
    @jackmagill8579 Před rokem +3

    I would reccommend a galapagos cruise! It was a wonderful experience and more "nature" based than most traditional cruises. The ship we were on only had 100 people!

  • @burningisis
    @burningisis Před rokem +5

    That's such a shame for such a lovely ship that you encountered some severe detail related issues. The hot tub being "broken" on such a new yacht sounds to me to be more that it wasnt completed vs it being actually broken. Also for the ultra premium price of this yacht, they should not have been so short staffed. This is Ritz Carlton, and in their hotels they have a rather nice staff to customer ratio. The fact that the drinks by the pool were just thrust into some bins with ice and the ice wasnt even replenished, that's a glaring hole. I was just looking at this ship today wondering about sailing on her, but until they get the issues ironed out, I wont do any more than just look at what a pretty yacht it is from the outside.
    Dont let this discourage you from sailing ultra luxury in the future. I think you might really like something like Seabourn or Regent. Something that's much more dialed in when it comes to their service as well as the operations of the ship. Seems to me like Evrima was rushed after she experienced plenty of Covid delays already, and she's just not quite ready for the prime time demands of luxury travellers.

  • @Meowhsss
    @Meowhsss Před 9 měsíci +2

    I thought for a second you stopped in San Salvador, El Salvador, not quite a Ritz Carlton destination🤣🤣

  • @tylerstephenson8886
    @tylerstephenson8886 Před 2 měsíci

    Your luggage is always on point!! Love it, cheers from Canada!