What was your itinerary? We've done 2 Alaska cruises (Celebrity and Norwegian) and very very few people dressed for Formal Night. I think it's because everyone had to pack for child wet weather
@CruiseShowUK15 сағат бұрын
@fionae6399 We did an 18 Night trip to Hawaii, which was fantastic. I’ve also done an Alaska trip with Celebrity. It was very much relaxed in terms of the dress codes. Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. David
@jholly57472 күн бұрын
Hi David, thank you so much for your honest review of Home Americas Conan Stan. My husband and are in the process of deciding whether or not to go on home America, celebrity, or the yacht club on MSC cruises. Your comments about the ship to dry dock and things not being corrected suchships on tables. I watch videos on KZbin and have learned that just because the ship goes into dry dock. It doesn’t mean that everything on the ship will be fixed. I don’t remember which cruise line this was from but I think it might’ve been Holland America when the ship gets revolutionized and then everything gets fixed on that ship. Maybe when it goes into the dry dog maybe only the washroom get replaced or the carpeting gereplaced and get fixed. So not everything on the ship gets refurbished. I really enjoyed your comments about the cabana. I’m trying to convince my husband to go for the cabana, but he says we’re always spending a lot of money to go on a cruise so he doesn’t wanna spend extra to get a cabana. If you go on an HAL cruise, I want to go in the cabana at least on the. It was good to hear that you get a Butl and the Butler will get you food from any part of the restaurants on the ship. Ja
@CruiseShowUKКүн бұрын
Hello and thanks so much for watching the video. I really like the MSC Yacht Club, I feel you get a lot for your money and I love the high level of service. Regarding the dry dock/refurbishments. It costs the cruise lines a lot of money to take the ships out of service and they keep this time as short as possible. So, it’s usually only minor things that get replaced/refurbished. It’s never enough for us as passengers. We expect the ship to come back like new, but in reality it’s not like that. Thanks again and hope you are cruising somewhere amazing very soon! Best wishes, David
@dancooper413 күн бұрын
Don’t forget, the elite breakfast in Tuscan Grill includes complimentary mimosas, bellinis & bloody Mary’s, in addition to the specialty coffees!
@CruiseShowUK2 күн бұрын
Ah yes! That’s a really good point and I don’t think I mentioned it did I!? I’ll be back on Celebrity in October, I’ll include it in one of those videos! Thanks for watching and leaving a comment, it really helps me out. David
@jholly57473 күн бұрын
How many cruises do you need to be on celebrity to get elite status?
@CruiseShowUK3 күн бұрын
Hi! Thanks for watching the video. I got this from their website: Tiers of Membership Preview: 0 club points Classic: 2 - 149 Club Points Select: 150 - 299 Club Points Elite: 300 - 749 Club Points Elite Plus: 750 - 2,999 Club Points Zenith: 3,000+ Club Points Club Points based on: The number of nights you sail and the stateroom category. The higher the stateroom category you select, the more Club Points you will earn each night. Inside and Ocean View: 2 Club Points earned per night Veranda: 3 Club Points earned per night Concierge Class and AquaClass: 5 Club Points earned per night Sky Class: 8 Club Points earned per night Celebrity, Signature, Royal and Sunset Suites: 12 Club Points earned per night Edge Villas, Reflection and Penthouse Suites: 18 Club Points earned per night Iconic Suite: 24 Club Points earned per night
@gloriabeckley74644 күн бұрын
I have the metal hooks and will not cruise without them!
@CruiseShowUK4 күн бұрын
They are very handy aren’t they!! Thanks very much for watching and leaving a comment. David
@janelopez60046 күн бұрын
I really liked this video. Some good perks, nice to know this for future cruises Thanks for sharing
@CruiseShowUK5 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching the video Jane!
@baconlettuce89586 күн бұрын
I agree with the dessert thing. I find it odd that they ask for your dessert order when you are ordering your starters and mains, other cruise lines do that too though I have noticed. I guess it's more efficient for them or something? Im not sure. I know Princess doesn't ask for your dessert order right away, but MSC and NCL do if I recall correctly.
@CruiseShowUK6 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. Yes it’s probably more efficient, but I still find it odd. Best wishes, David
@deekang62442 күн бұрын
So your waiter can reserve it for you
@aimeerogers45426 күн бұрын
I have only been on Celebrity a few times but my diamond status on Royal Caribbean allowed me to status match into Celebrity's elite loyalty status.
@CruiseShowUK6 күн бұрын
I love a status match! Thanks for watching Aimee! PS. Do you have any trips planned?
@aimeerogers45426 күн бұрын
I'm leaving in a few days for Iceland to get on the Norwegian Star. And I have an Oceania Cruise from Boston to Bermuda in September. In January I'm on the Celebrity Equinox out of Port Canaveral
@CruiseShowUK6 күн бұрын
@aimeerogers4542 Sounds amazing. I’ve yet to visit Iceland, it looks amazing! I’d also love to try Oceania. Have a great time Aimee!
@aimeerogers45426 күн бұрын
@@CruiseShowUK I live about 75 minutes outside of Boston in Rhode Island so Oceania is affordable for me on that cruise as I don't have to buy airfare or pre-cruise hotel.
@norfolkboy69357 күн бұрын
A very timely and informative vlog! We obtained Elite status thanks to some “Power up” points and look forward to enjoying these benefits on our Apex cruise in October. Many thanks David and enjoy your Queen Anne cruise next month. 🙏
@CruiseShowUK6 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching as always. Yes the power up points are useful aren’t they. Enjoy the Apex! The Edge class are gorgeous ships. We are on Ascent in October. Where are you sailing to? Yes looking forward to Queen Anne. I went down to Southampton to see her depart yesterday. Looks very nice.
@norfolkboy69356 күн бұрын
@@CruiseShowUK The canaries from Southampton, nice to avoid airports at times!
@CruiseShowUK6 күн бұрын
@norfolkboy6935 nice! I love a no airport trip!!
@andrewle658311 күн бұрын
are the rooms on the 14th floor in the aft loud from the buffet
@CruiseShowUK11 күн бұрын
Hi, thanks for watching. I wouldn’t say loud, but you will certainly hear it. If I had the choice, I wouldn’t pick a cabin with the buffet above. However, if you book a guarantee fare, then you don’t get a choice…. But you do get a lower fare!
@darrellbrackett794811 күн бұрын
My God bloke! Thanks for the video! We're taking our first Viking cruise next January. Excellent advice.
@CruiseShowUK11 күн бұрын
My God Bloke!! lol Enjoy Viking! It’s an excellent choice and I’m sure you won’t be disappointed. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. David
@janelopez600413 күн бұрын
Another great video David I thought the breakfast on your balcony looked so lovely and relaxing Definitely strawberry jam for the scones Looking forward to your next video 😊
@CruiseShowUK13 күн бұрын
Thanks Jane!
@thejokerspeaks13 күн бұрын
Looks good, glad they're back and competitive. My last Celebrity cruise was in 2019, Blu on Eclipse, when they were having major supply chain shortage. No maple syrup after we left Canada, and no pineapple while we're docked in Hawaii? My main complaint was other than salads with minimal garnish, we went 12 nights with no vegetables. I even took an offer of half price specialty dining lunch, just to get a servicing of green beans.
@CruiseShowUK13 күн бұрын
Hey! Yes, I agree about the lack of veggies. Very minimal amounts served up from what I remember. The odd slice of carrot or cauliflower, but not much else. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. David
@mmc982813 күн бұрын
Great video!!
@CruiseShowUK13 күн бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it. Thank you for watching and commenting 👍
@lornaandrewes361114 күн бұрын
Some of us can’t have sugar! Don’t waste my time with that is unfair, they’re trying to include everyone
@CruiseShowUK14 күн бұрын
I’m sorry. It was a tongue in cheek statement, hope I didn’t upset you.
@broadsword665012 күн бұрын
I'm also in the "no sugar" camp ... and there's so much sugar in that dessert already that it's a complete joke to boast about not adding even more! Those who can eat sugar might want more, while those of us who can't won't be ordering it anyway. It really is a waste of everyone's time!
@CruiseShowUK12 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching and taking the time to leave a comment.
@airimpactКүн бұрын
@@CruiseShowUK First time ive watched your videos, I cant eat sugar or drink but I would never show up and cry, great video, now block those cry babies and carry on ps anyone who isnt supposed to eat sugar sure as anything should know they cant eat a banana anyway
@CruiseShowUKКүн бұрын
@airimpact Thanks so much for watching and I really appreciate the comments. David
@aimeerogers454214 күн бұрын
Sometimes I do get overwhelmed with so many choices of food. I enjoy food but have to stop eating before I stuff myself into feeling horrible.
@CruiseShowUK14 күн бұрын
I know right! Cruise ships have so much food to offer! Restraint is definitely needed.
@rosannemunt507414 күн бұрын
Since we don't drink alcohol, it's a 'No.' for us.
@CruiseShowUK14 күн бұрын
lol! Actually, Viking is certainly not a drinkers cruise line. It’s absolutely wonderful. Thanks so much for watching the video. Best wishes, David
@jholly574714 күн бұрын
Hi David It is incredible that you donated your Kidney your sister 20 years ago. I myself have ckd two and will hopefully never need a Kidney. I really love your video because my husband and I are thinking about going on either MSC yacht club, Celebrity cruises, or Holland America in Neptune suite. We are foodies so really good food is very important to us. I enjoyed all the delicious food that you had on your cruise. I especially want to try out the buffet on MSC yacht club. I have heard from other videos that the seafood served at the buffet on yacht club is excellent. The black cod sounded great.Thankyou
@CruiseShowUK14 күн бұрын
Thank you for your lovely comments. Jane and I can’t quite believe it’s been 20 years. We both remember it well and I would do it all over again if I could. No regrets at all. I’m a big fan of MSC Yacht Club and have several YC trips coming up. The food is not fantastic though. It’s good but not amazing. However, the service, pampering, facilities and suites in YC are fantastic, especially considering the cost. If you are a big foodie, maybe Celebrity’s Retreat would be better for you? I don’t think the Retreat facilities are as good as YC from what I’ve seen. Yes! The buffet in the YC was sooooo good! They have a big party on the YC deck and it’s such a good vibe. Huge amount of seafood was available. Great memories. Thanks again and very best wishes for your future health. David
@Stephanie-vx4zi15 күн бұрын
But how much is each package? Thanks
@CruiseShowUK15 күн бұрын
That depends on the ship itinerary and currency. If you’ve already booked you can see the prices in your cruise planner.
@PostcardAndAPint15 күн бұрын
That's amazing value! A cruise is definitely what you make it! It looks a lovely ship! A few minor niggles, but what a bargain. Great review 🍻
@CruiseShowUK15 күн бұрын
Thanks for the positive vibes! I appreciate the comments and thanks for watching the video. David
@sashamellon82215 күн бұрын
Crazy , you coul eat out in a Michelin star restaurant each night for the 10,000 approx you probably paid for this cruise
@CruiseShowUK15 күн бұрын
The cruise was more like 2000 though
@BaronPatrickRyan16 күн бұрын
The VIVA was amazing when we were on it March 29th 2024, All food was top notch with exception of deserts, They cheeped out and most seemed like frozen or Powered MIX Base. Presentation was amazing but desert was poor, poor, poor for all restaurants.
@CruiseShowUK16 күн бұрын
Thanks for leaving a comment, I do appreciate it. Yes the Viva is a great ship with lots to offer. I’ve been looking at NCL Aqua today!! I loved the indulge food hall… have to agree with you about the desserts. Lots of cruise lines go cheap with their desserts. Thanks for watching. David
@SteveR100AU20 күн бұрын
Good grief, they supply Yoga mats !!!!!!! Do they think people exercise on a cruise . ? Honestly you get more than enough exercise walking to your pre breakfast breakfast, then Breakfast followed by your pre morning morning tea then your morning tea then your pre lunch lunch followed by lunch. Honestly you are so beggared after Lunch , you need a good long nap before your pre afternoon afternoon tea etc etc
@CruiseShowUK20 күн бұрын
lol this made me laugh! It’s almost getting to the point that in need a pre-nap, nap! Cheers for the comments and watching as always. David PS. I gave the yoga mats a miss.
@iloveanimals166221 күн бұрын
Hi David,when was this filmed please? X
@CruiseShowUK21 күн бұрын
Hello! Last week. We are still onboard if that helps?
@aimeerogers454220 күн бұрын
What a spacious stateroom!
@CruiseShowUK20 күн бұрын
Thanks Aimee! It was a nice room in a good location too. David
@annestephenson154821 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing David. An honest review as always .
@CruiseShowUK21 күн бұрын
Thanks Anne, appreciate you watching and leaving a comment! Best wishes, David
@denad223 күн бұрын
If you have the premium drinks package I probably would opt for champagne instead of prosecco, but that's just me ;) Interesting insight anyhow. I was opting to try out the Hola last time, but then decided against it - looks good, though. I will be on the ship this Saturday again, I only ever had the pizza from the buffet area - will maybe try out a bit more this time :)
@CruiseShowUK23 күн бұрын
Thanks so much for watching! Yes, the Champagne Bar was one of my favourite spots!!! I drank plenty of Champagne, trust me on that!! Please give Hola a try, I’m sure you will love it. I just said, bring me everything and they kept bringing things until I said No More!!! Thanks again and have a great time on MSC Euribia, she’s a great ship.
@aimeerogers454223 күн бұрын
MSC is not my favorite cruise line but I enjoy them. I definitely think you got your money's worth.
@CruiseShowUK22 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching Aimee! You’ve pretty much been with me from the very beginning. I appreciate you so much. Defo got our money’s worth. It was a fabulous weekend away. David
@jhollie819625 күн бұрын
Doing second sailing on her in Jan 2025 for 18 Hawaiian Circle cruise. We liked this ship and all it has to offer. Was on Zaandam in Feb 2023 for Panama Canal trip from Fl to San Diego. We did not enjoy this ship and found it to be our least favorite from HAL. Thanks for sharing.
@CruiseShowUK25 күн бұрын
Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment. Much appreciated!! Have a great time on the Koningsdam. I loved our trip to Hawaii on her. It’s a good sized ship with just the right amount of passengers too. Best wishes, David
@mrslt631926 күн бұрын
I loved the medallion. Useful for keeping track of my teenage daughter!!!!!
@CruiseShowUK26 күн бұрын
Thanks for leaving a comment, I really appreciate it. Yes the Medallion is great for keeping track of family and friends. Actually it has lots of benefits. I just wish it was reusable to save on waste.
@lanceretterbush27 күн бұрын
Kinda like the $19.99 Vegas hotel room, when you check out it's $129.99. Same poop here, quit pushing selling this BS!!!!! Also, if you like 30-40 minutes between cocktails, this cruise line is for you!! M S C-Mostly Shitty Cruise....... this is brought to you by MSC.
@CruiseShowUK27 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching and commenting. Just to be clear this video is not sponsored or paid for in any way by MSC.
@pacentrobabe27 күн бұрын
Very good video. Nice to see what is actually included in the various drinks packages. 🛳️🍺🍷🍸🍹🥂
@CruiseShowUK27 күн бұрын
Thanks again for watching and taking the time to leave a comment. David
@pacentrobabe27 күн бұрын
I love your videos!! Very informative. 🛳️
@CruiseShowUK27 күн бұрын
Thanks so much, it means a lot. Best wishes and thanks for watching. David
@laughremixsquad27 күн бұрын
You are amazing for donating a kidney for your sister. We can only be so lucky to have a brother as wonderful as you.
@CruiseShowUK27 күн бұрын
That’s very kind of you to say. Thanks for watching. Best wishes, David
@laughremixsquad27 күн бұрын
@@CruiseShowUK you’ve convinced us book Yacht Club. Thanks!
@CruiseShowUK27 күн бұрын
OMG!!! You will love it!
@eminiarvii27 күн бұрын
Not bad for 99🚢🙂
@CruiseShowUK27 күн бұрын
Not bad at all!! Thanks so much for watching. David
@nikkib660428 күн бұрын
I was getting a little worried about the zero point desserts, but they redeemed themselves with the churros & Panna cotta. Great video!!❤
@CruiseShowUK28 күн бұрын
Ha! No need to worry about the food! The Viva has lots to offer. Thanks for watching again. David
@nikkib660428 күн бұрын
Splurging on this room SOLO in 2025 on a Greece cruise! The room is so elegant I am not going to want to leave!!
@CruiseShowUK28 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching Nikki! It was a lovely room and I’m sure you’ll enjoy it, especially sailing around Greece!
@jenniferpelley140329 күн бұрын
How private would you say that balcony is? 🙃
@CruiseShowUK29 күн бұрын
Thanks for watching the video! From what I remember, it was actually very private. It can’t be seen from anywhere else. It’s a gorgeous room. The Royal Suite was also amazing and had a better balcony in my opinion.
@jenniferpelley140329 күн бұрын
@@CruiseShowUK I’m trying to decide on an owners suite or a royal suite. So this helps. Thank you
@anastasiarose8329Ай бұрын
I love the kongidam ship , on my last one 90% dressed to the 9s so maybe it was just that batch of people
@CruiseShowUK29 күн бұрын
That is interesting to know. Thanks for commenting 👍
@alecmieras4326Ай бұрын
Headed out on the Meraviglia in about a month! Thanks for the video!
@CruiseShowUK29 күн бұрын
Have fun. Hope you have a great time.
@Wado1776Ай бұрын
Thank you especially for the links in the description 😊
@CruiseShowUK29 күн бұрын
You're so welcome!
@petepost9879Ай бұрын
My wife and I sailed on the Koningsdam last year. All I have to say is the food was terrible. The dining room service was slow and the buffet had very little selection of food. I'll give their food rating a 2. 👎👎👎👎
@CruiseShowUKАй бұрын
Thanks for commenting. Some cruise ship food has taken a downturn hasn’t it. Have you had any good food on any other ships?
@lynnagiordano78Ай бұрын
We are booked in cabin 19004 on March 8,2025. Is there a television in the bedroom?
@CruiseShowUKАй бұрын
When I looked around it, I didn’t notice a TV in the bedroom. You should clarify direct with MSC. Thanks for watching though, David
@ritzytravelguideАй бұрын
Some really great ideas in this video, thank you!
@CruiseShowUKАй бұрын
Hey! Thanks so much for watching and taking the time to comment. I really appreciate it. Best wishes, David. PS. I’ll be going back to Norway on Queen Anne in June… I’ve been watching all your Cunard videos!!
@ritzytravelguideАй бұрын
@@CruiseShowUK Have a fantastic time! We're doing the same itinerary on QA, but a few weeks later!
@markdavison7679Ай бұрын
You love your mushrooms don't you mate 🤣 Great vid, got us excited for our upcoming Anthem return 👍
@CruiseShowUKАй бұрын
Have a great time on Anthem. Where are you sailing to?
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@CruiseShowUKАй бұрын
Thanks for commenting
@laughremixsquadАй бұрын
Very good tour. Thank you ❤
@CruiseShowUKАй бұрын
Thanks so much for watching! And I really appreciate you leaving a comment. David
@MaryJeanMartin-po5miАй бұрын
I agree about Vikings Panna Cotta! Divine. I also loved the Capresse Salad from Manfredi’s. I never had anything Viking that was not very good.
@CruiseShowUKАй бұрын
Thanks so much for watching my video. Oh my goodness, it was all so good on Viking. It’s how cruising is done right. I wouldn’t have changed anything. Best wishes and thanks for leaving a comment. David
@1986irvАй бұрын
Great video, how was the entertainment on the ship?
@CruiseShowUKАй бұрын
Hey Daniel!! Thanks for watching the video. Ok, so the entertainment was very cheesy, very Eurovision, which I really liked. It’s not for everyone, but I liked what I saw. The Big Band in the Carousel Lounge was pretty impressive for MSC. Cheers! David
@charlesnichols4689Ай бұрын
If you really want to get naughty with the sticky bun load the four cut sides with a ton of cold butter
@CruiseShowUKАй бұрын
Wow! That’s very indulgent Charles! I like the sound of it though!!
@charlesnichols4689Ай бұрын
You are right Holland has the best fries at sea They beat all cruise lines
@CruiseShowUKАй бұрын
Thanks for watching Charles! Yes! Those fries were absolutely delicious. I could eat some right now!! Best wishes, David