We Cruised to a STRANGE Island We NEVER KNEW EXISTED!

[@Cruisewith]

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[@terminator1033]

As a Santorinian, I am so happy that a couple like you that has travelled so much, loved and said such good things about my home island! I hope you will come come back someday and go to other “hidden gem” places on the island! Enjoy the rest of your holidays!

[@ameliaerin1544]

Looks lovely😊

[@michaeljohndennis2231]

Being Irish myself (Republic of Ireland) and living 21 years in the U.K., I loved the sign about the English Breakfast that had all the names of the U.K. supermarkets mentioned - I also noticed that there was an Irish pub on the island of Santorini, as well as a Catholic Church, even though most of Greece is Greek Orthodox

[@jayoneill1533]

Absolutely loved Ben as the The Little (?) Mermaid. A legitimate laugh out loud moment. Great episode fellas!

[@Cruisewith]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@isabellind1292]

I love that Ben took the high road and rode the cable-car in lieu of riding a donkey up and down the mountain.💓🐎💓Donkeys rock!

[@rosemaryderusso1855]

I laughed so hard at that too & a couple of other moments ! They are great!

[@Lisa-n5x]

David, when you were in Milo’s walking on the white rocks, you said you didn’t want to go tumbling all the way down into the ocean. THEN you said “I’m sure there are a few people who would like to see me fall into the sea and get hurt, but I personally don’t want to“. My heart broke for you that you feel or know of those kinds of nasty hurtful people. 😡😔 You and Ben are so lovely, entertaining and oh so funny. I watch your videos all the time, and am inspired to start cruising. Always listen to the good, kind and positive, and ignore all the negativity. They are just wasting energy. Know that there are way more people out there who love you both and can’t wait for your next cruise 😁 Going to Canada anytime soon 😂😂 Lisa xx

[@zerenamafdet]

DITTO!

[@jmacdonald8733]

My new favourite YT channel. They are so funny and informative. This cruise looks amazing. Made me immediately look up Celstyal cruises but it looks like all their cruises include a 3 day prior stay in Athens which really doesn't appeal :(

[@ggjr61]

It’s very unlikely we will ever visit the Greek islands and even if we did mobility would be a big issue. Your videos give the feeling of a taste of actually visiting. Thanks!

[@ReyOfLight]

You might want to look at Rhodos or Crete, I've visited the latter and it worked well for me as an ambulatory wheelchair user. I was in a small town near Rethymno. I wasn't doing excursions though other than one by minibus to a beach on the south side of the island and that excursion was arranged by the small hotel I was staying at. My stay in Crete was a chill by the pool or chill on the beach type trip. It can work very well, depending on how much mobility you have and what level of physical accessibility you need, and also what you want to do. If you just want to relax and eat good food, it is likely to work out very well, but if you want to explore and visit mountainside villages, ancient ruins etc, it may be more challenging or even impossible simply because of location. The hotel I stayed at was quite literally across the street from the beach and I could have used my wheelchair to go to the little shop or go to the beach if needed, but thanks to the short distances and warm temperatures (about 34-35C in daytime) my body felt well enough to walk. The beach I went to didn't have ramps or beach wheelchairs as far as I could see, but yeah, if you're ambulatory it works well

[@steveee2511]

can understand my mom was on whellchair and haves problem walking in Santorini also some Tuscany hill towns i love she hates but Mykonos,Crete and Corfu was great

[@alisonwagner521]

I feel the same way.. that cruise looks stunning..with my mobility I couldn't do all that walking.

[@ReyOfLight]

I'd definitely choose Celestyal over Royal Caribbean, the smaller ship just so much more peaceful and both the food and atmosphere looks amazing. It's also really nice seeing a smaller ship cruiseline which is on the more affordable end of the spectrum, when cruising on a budget usually means having to go with MSC or some other low cost, huge ship type cruiseline. I spent a week in Crete in 2015 and we had a bunch of kitties visiting the hotel daily and while they were shy, they were not hostile by any means and they were so cute! I did get to pet a kitty during my stay as well, though it was by a nunnery up in the mountains between the north and south part of the island. The hotel kitties would at times walk close to you but they didn't quite dare to get petted, I loved seeing them though, cats are just amazing!

[@holdstillforaminute]

Ummm... are you saying guy-ros on purpose? I always heard Greeks and people from that part of the world pronounce it as "Year-os".

[@holdstillforaminute]

But seriously, this is one of my favorite videos you've done in a while - but your vids are always pretty good! For sure you guys are one of the most interesting and dynamic of the cruise vloggers! 🙃🙂🙃🙃😊😁🤓🌞

[@Jadydangel]

Came for the Gyro comments. Was not disappointed! (It is indeed “Yee-Roh”)

[@WestCoastCultured]

Who cares, guy-ro’s 😂

[@Cruisewith]

Oh no we didn’t do that on purpose! Useless at pronunciations! 😂

[@ameliaerin1544]

@@WestCoastCultured DUH!!🙄

[@hume6900]

The donkeys are certifiably insane. It was STRONGLY suggested to us that we take the cable cars instead as the donkeys go down beside the cable cars, at least they did about 30 years ago and are so afraid they try to get as close to the wall as possible so you may not have a leg left on the side near the wall.

[@dawne8851]

David: "It tastes (cringe and frown)...healthy." LOL

[@5040115]

About the lady having the argument: we greeks always talk loud. That was probably a normal conversation for her 😄

[@roxannegill2995]

Thank you Ben for speaking up for the donkeys. We’ve seen some videos taken there of how poorly the donkeys are treated. It’s so heartbreaking. Thank you again Ben and happy cruising from your subscribers, Brad and Roxanne in Carlsbad California!

[@KarenKaiser]

I love how you always give props to the crew (when they deserve it). In our cruising experiences, the crew usually makes the cruise memorable.

[@theresamm21]

Hi Ben and David!!!! I am so glad that you enjoyed that cruise!!! I live on Santorini island and I was thrilled to see my home in your video! I have also been on that cruise many years ago and your video brought back memories!!! ❤❤

[@Cruisewith]

It's wonderful to hear from a Santorini local!

[@margaretzee8162]

Would love to know what souvenirs you buy to remember your travels. Or if you don’t buy anything. Thanks!

[@claudiafantone6085]

Me too!

[@mshayes00]

We thought Milos was one of the most beautiful islands we’ve ever visited, and it’s our favorite of the Greek Isles. Another well-done video guys. 👏

[@zerenamafdet]

Hey! At 13:38... is that CRACKED GLASS BEHIND BEN on the cable car???😝🙃🥵

[@christinahalavaka208]

Great vlog, so fun! Classic Ben-ism: "Martha Stewart in prison" ... I cackled! Your nephew Teddy is adorable.

[@TheOnlyLilithcat]

I would far rather cruise on a small ship like this than one of the giant floating amusement parks. Quieter, more relaxing, more opportunities to get to know people, and of course the ability to get to places the larger ships can't go. Did you go to Knossos when you were on Crete? It is believed that Knossos was destroyed when the volcano on Santorini erupted around 1450 B.C.E. (or 1600 B.C.E. depending on who you read) and that that is what gave rise to the legend of Atlantis. Your nephews are adorable, by the way.

[@lauraw2074]

Ben’s rendition of the Little Mermaid made my day 🤣

[@marcialarson7059]

smaller ship please going on one in February holds under 3000

[@willgaukler8979]

thank you for taking us on your island adventures ... you really know how to have a good time

[@Cruisewith]

Our pleasure!

[@kristencarlbon4561]

Oh that’s wonderful LGBT friendly I’d like to go one day

[@Frenchiesonthego]

Just a quick side-comment : I usually don't like when reviews take too much time over food (even if I like to have an overview of what's to eat, obvioulsy), but you guys are so genuinely happy when you cross over good food that he makes me happy as well, just as looking at you 🙂 Great review overall and I will consider a cruise the day I have the opportunity to go there.

[@suzannemccord8759]

I like the smaller ship! What a beautiful cruise!

[@juanitafurtado8805]

Thank you for another informative and very hilarious video! Lovely, lovely views of charming Greek islands. so glad you survived the cable car on Santorini and the harrowing landscape of that last beach. So much fun!

[@susanshornick2307]

Year ros

[@Cstylinn]

"Ooo, Martha Stewart in prision!" 😂😂😂My favorite Benism of all times! Great video. Sadly too many stairs for me so love visiting Greece through your videos. 😊

[@marias902]

I agree that was one of Ben’s best little jokes. 😂

[@Jrsun4ever]

This trip looked amazing! Wow!! Jealous! Thank you for sharing so beautiful. Each island was so pretty. Not one was bad. All were so clean and beautiful.

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks for watching!

[@dmaxsba]

19:25 Martha Stewart in Prison! Made me spit out my coffee. Damn You. 😉

[@2GoodLookin]

Oh just don't by junk cause you know you'll just throw it in a drawer or the trashcan.

[@michaeldianewynne8414]

Went on a cruise to the Greek islands nearly 50 years ago (ships were really small then; small is so much better). Santorini and Mykonos had very few tourists then and we were the only ship there. Couldn't go there now - too many tourists and the towns seem at least twice the size. Only option of getting up to Thera was to walk or take a donkey. I walked and my husband rode a donkey. Enjoyed seeing them again on your vlog. Did you go to Knossos when on Crete? Fantastic place.

[@spark-gy5pf]

Smaller ship every time.

[@jillianhinckley8388]

I’m so glad you kept you cat joke and Ariel moment in this version 😂 Congratulations on a new nephew those babies are beautiful! Thanks for sharing this beautiful adventure🩵

[@Narutocoolcat]

I think the only thing that got Edited out was the whole section about all the accidents the ship has had

[@judith09alez]

@@Narutocoolcat why they took it out?

[@bugleboy624]

@@judith09alez That C&D letter from Celestyal Cruises must have come in with a quickness! And on a Sunday, no less!

[@claudiafantone6085]

@@NarutocoolcatACCIDENTS??!

[@KevinBenskin]

I prefer smaller vessels they can get into more ports bigger cruise ships can

[@carolynw4814]

I just loved this video. I had never seen these islands before. Now, I am totally convinced that I should visit Greek islands. Loved the pictures of your nephews.

[@anniebleuey6359]

I really enjoy your channel. A smaller ship would be my preference especially to these destinations. Sail on!😊

[@TropicLuv]

I love the smaller ships especially one like you were on. They have so much personality such a gorgeous cruise! ❤

[@Cruisewith]

We agree!

[@vap57]

This one goes on my favourites list. I prefer smaller ships!

[@markroulette3419]

Did my first smaller cruise earlier this year. 600 people for 35 nights. It was fantastic. You got yo know other cruisers more, and the crew more. And the crew got to know you better as well. Not sure if I’ll ever do another of over 1,000 people again.

[@lindag2035]

You guys are awesome in the beautiful turquoise water!!!!! Gave me so many laughs!!! You are the best Ben and David!!!!!!

[@sarahjordann]

Martha Stewart in prison. I cackled

[@mommynab]

😂 the argument in Greek behind you at ~32-33. A tour and a show! Mama Mia live. 🎬📽💃🏻

[@annaschmidt2]

Theodore is a greek name. It means Gift from the Gods.

[@kenandcoreen7179]

Love you guys. Always making me smile & laugh. We LOVE Santorini, and Oia is one of our favorite places. When the cruise ships are gone, it is so lovely in the evening. The island just sparkles with all of the lights. It is stunning. Thanks for sharing and glad you loved the island as well. - Coreen

[@Cruisewith]

Our pleasure!

[@mconnor131]

Small ship, large ships have too many people.

[@lillianblair6071]

Hello Ben and David. Oh my gosh that was such a special adventure to a place I have only seen in pictures on magazines for cruises or tours. I have a cousin that goes to different parts of Greece every second year so do get to see those pictures too. The diversity of the scenery was fantastic, tree covered hills, blue green ocean, the coast line on the last island was spectacular. I would totally get lost in all those winding streets too. The food was an interesting part of the cruise but was it always Greek or did they have some various meals. Thanks for taking us along on this great adventure. Have fun when meeting that cute new little baby Teddy and seeing your nephew Oscar. Take care.

[@heatherreynolds4109]

This cruise looks AMAZING!!! It’s on my list for sure! I love smaller ships vs the big ones.

[@latebloomerabroad]

I watched the first video 90% of the way through, and I've enjoyed watching the last 50% of this one again. My favorite part is Milos, I'd love to go there if it doesn't get crowded before I'm able to get other there! I assume the cruise line asked you to remove the bits about how unlucky the ship has been?

[@edwardulrich1515]

Gorgeous islands!!! I definitely will need to bring extra sunscreen due to all of the reflective surfaces. I believe that I'd prefer smaller to medium cruise ships over mega ships as I am not a fan of large crowds. Besides, it seems that all the extras on mega ships come with extra fees.

[@michaelballlenger7614]

Prefer the intimacy of a smaller ship.

[@Ted_K_Have_a_nice_day]

Very much enjoyed your video. I liked seeing David have so much fun dancing and absolutely lost it when Ben did his little mermaid song up on that Rock. Bravo Bravo!!!🎉🎉🎉

[@kristawatkins116]

absolutely LOVE you both so much! writing to you from Texas and dreaming of traveling on all of your adventures. You both bring such joy! Happy Sailing!!

[@pauladixon9003]

I love the, “In my defense” argument. I hear both of your sides of that story, because when you’re exploring, every idea is at least partially correct. What a beautiful place to be semi lost in. Thank you for walking me around! I appreciate you. 🤗❤️😊

[@geezygee]

I believe your puff pastry "cake" is a Napoleon "...or mille-feuille is a classic French pastry with layers of buttery, flaky puff pastry baked until golden and crisp, then filled with alternating layers of pastry cream and whipped cream"

[@Cruisewith]

Thanks for sharing. Whatever it was called, it was so good!.

[@beesonshort2627]

We watched both uploaded episodes. Your Ariel had me ROTFL. We were in Greece in May. One of our guides told us that the previous political regime decided that they needed to increase tourism & literally the army showed up on the islands one week and painted everything white. Cats are revered in Croatia & Greece as they helped those countries during the bubonic plague by keeping the rodent population controlled. Loved visiting the Med & especially the greek islands.

[@marcoloo9152]

hate air canada plot tricky price🤐

[@nancycowell-miller4321]

What an amazing trip! Thanks for bringing us along ❤

[@lindadawson5277]

How awesome Ben and David. I so wish I could have been there and go to places like that. Love you guys. This was fantastic

[@findingmiriam581]

I will take a small ship any day.

[@doreendaykin6693]

The folks you heard yelling in that house on Milos were not arguing and nothing negative or frightening was occurring…That was just a normal discussion where those involved felt passionate about their opinions or thoughts or ……their daughters new boyfriend🙃Very normal! That is one of the many beauties of the Greeks culture. They never carry stress, buried feelings or pent up hostility. They say (very loudly)what they mean & mean what they say…they get it all out in the open & out of their system …and then dance… They are truly lovely, warm, welcoming, live & let live people..

[@pattiscott5904]

Rather be on a small ship.

[@erniewarinner7692]

We rode that same cable car in August of 2002. Looks like it has some updates. 😊

[@bartrasmussen7013]

Looks like Oscar has major competition! Teddy is adorable! (We just had a Grandson Theodore too!!! He is giving his older brother Levi a run for his money too!) Love you guys! - Captains Bart & Sue R

[@Cruisewith]

Aww, thank you so much, Captains! Teddy is definitely keeping Oscar on his toes, and it sounds like Theodore is doing the same for Levi! Sending love right back to you all!

[@gumbycat5226]

This looks so much better than your cruises with mainstream companies. The one I liked best was Viking but I am having second thoughts... The food in the buffet looks amazing, the time you have at ports and the places you go - really this is the only way to do Greece.

[@elizabethchen4788]

I wasn't ready for that Little Mermaid improv 😂 Great video!

[@Cruisewith]

We couldn't resist!

[@randa200771]

Smaller ship every time, and what you said is what cruisers need to take heed of, the big ships will totally overwhelm the the local area. Imagine having several ships in port and one or two are big ones, ALL the things to do will be already taken, the place will be mobbed, its not fun, you will not get a feel of the place. The big ships might seem like fun at first glance but won't give you the best experience when visiting the towns and especially those in the smaller islands.

[@crystalBcruisin]

"It smells like divorce and disownment."😂😂 Now I want to try it🤪 Greece looks so beautiful, thanks for the awesome video!

[@Jocantral]

You guys are so funny - you had me at "I do like a bit o' wine and snackage". Me too! Great trip and great video.

[@eleanor4482]

This was a fantastic video. Narration was spot on with a touch of humor. Thoroughly enjoyed.

[@ronaldarchuleta2496]

I would much rather be on a small to midsize ship. More than 3,000 passengers is too much for me.

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

If I ever go on a cruise it will be a small ship, if the option is available. Beautiful country. Thank you for the video.

[@avdosha]

Thank you for this! We are going in couple of days on the Journey with Celestyal, and I was so happy to stumble upon your videos! You guys are awesome! Subscribed :)

[@simonerapple9751]

Small ship, please

[@amebecca4484]

Santorini is one of my most favorite travel memories

[@nancyp2992]

smaller the better

[@juniperdog5523]

I think it is wonderful that you are showcasing smaller cruise lines. Good for you! And thanks for the video.

[@rdwoolf]

Hey? What happened to the part of the video where you talked about how unlucky the ship has been with various fires, crashes, running aground, and nearly sinking? I was midway through the video and it stopped and then those scenes were gone?

[@dollymando]

Well since it was a paid cruise, they can’t show anything negative or critical

[@Cruisewith]

@rdwoolf We uploaded it and it’s performed awfully! We tried something different and it didn’t work unfortunately. KZbin just didnt show it to anyone.

[@Cruisewith]

We are not paid for covering the cruise but were invited. This has nothing to do with it - the info is public knowledge.

[@marjielalonde3875]

Absolutely beautiful, and all the food looked delicious!

[@2012puddles]

Ben & David I really appreciated this video as I will be cruising on Odyssey of the Seas on October 1st, 2024!! I wish you guys could join me. This is going to be my 1st Europe cruise and I'm very nervous and excited! Our ship will stay till 8 pm in Santorini. Come with me please 🙏 I love you guys so much!!!

[@rosemaryderusso1855]

You guys are hysterical! I ❤ all your videos. Going to Greece May ‘25…small vessel . Never would I cruise in a mega ship anywhere - totally agree with you on that. Off season is May & October?

[@sashadow50]

We love the smaller ships. More personalized service. Our very first cruise in 2000 on the Marco Polo of Orient Lines. It was an older ship, originally a Russian ship. Since then, we've always preferred the smaller ones. The biggest we like are ships like the Norwegian Jade and that ilk.

[@barbarahallowell2613]

I so LOVE your videos, not just to let me know experiences that I'd enjoy but in this case especially, things I don't think I would. Sorry Santorini, maybe I'll see you in mid February??? ❤ Honest, I just couldn't handle that crowd, that stampede. It's just jot my scene. I knew it was very touristic, but u til I saw your video I didn't really appreciate how crowded and noisy it was. I'll happily wait until the off-off season 😊

[@ashleyarmstrong9782]

A travel agent in Ontario, Canada gave us these for our cruise after COVID give us these that came with our package called Clear Cruise Luggage Tag Holders with Zip Seal Waterproof Suitcase Tags Luggage Labels with Steel Loops for Cruise Travel Baggage Suitcase. Do not know if England has some yet for your luggage for cruises.

[@annking8633]

This is hands down my favorite cruise you have taken. AMAZING.🎉❤

[@BarnFresh]

love watching you two - what did you do before becoming KZbin Superstars ?? x

[@jameswg13]

Shame you didnt go to Delos from Mykonos :) you would have loved the history

[@Cruisewith]

We did go to Delos in the morning but didn’t film it.

[@jameswg13]

@@Cruisewith thats understandable and fair enough

[@janloewen3404]

Small ship

[@TimmyME]

The explenation of how the wine is made 27:35... no way that editing was by chance. That is comedy. This is Abfab 2.0:)

[@fabiancastillo8889]

Which are the tours you picked at each port? I am taking same cruise this coming summer, and would like to get the same tours. Amazing video. Thanks 😊

[@raisafrancisco7323]

I enjoyed this video very much. I have been to Santorini and Mykonos, but watching this video felt like it was my first time seeing them. I love those islands and I am visiting them again in June after 12 years. Creta will be my first time getting off the ship in that island. It looked very pretty in the video. I cannot wait!! The funicular was not very scary for me, but I would love to go down back to the ship on foot, let's see. Donkeys are a NO for me.

[@macktruckergirl6049]

OMG I want to go to Santorini SOOOOOOOOOOOOOO bad!!!!!!!! LOVE you guys' channel so much!

[@johnoleary5293]

Milos is famous for the discovery of the great statue of Venus, or more correctly Aphrodite, in 1820 I think. That’s the one with no arms and can be seen these days in the Louvre. When I was in Paris many years ago I did a trip to the Louvre especially to see it. She’s a big girl, about 2 metres tall.

[@annmillar1481]

I prefer a small ship. I dont really like big ships like Royal Caribbean. I have only been on 2 cruises with them. They are more like resorts, and I dont really feel like I am at sea on a ship unless I go outside. I like a cruise to feel like a cruise. I like to feel the movement of the ship. I also dont like being around thousands of other people. The only time I didnt feel claustrophobic from being around so many people was very late at night when most passengers went to bed.

[@rainbowkdm]

What a wonderful video! You two are so warm and funny and just do such a great job! I know I have found a new place I want to go, Greece! Keep up the great work! I love all your vids.

[@MartaGee]

Idk if the cruise ships land near this part of Mykonos but I wanted to send out an 🚨🚩alert to my fave cruising community on youtube to BEWARE of a place called DK OYSTER!!! 🚩🚩🚩🚩🚩 There are tons of scam alert reviews for this place online. Please be careful and dont go there. ❤ Love ya Ben and David! -Marta Gee from NYC ❤️🍎

[@michaeljohndennis2231]

You have just given me an idea - why don’t Irish Ferries & Stena use smaller tender boats for foot passengers when the ferries are docked out in Dublin Bay to sail further up the River Liffey at high tide and go all the way up to the Custom House/Tara St or O’ Connell Bridge to allow passengers a greater range of onward transport options on arrival in Dublin

[@Simone-no9fk]

Oh Ben I love your rendition of Little Mermaid applause 👏🏾 👏🏾

[@FerociousPancake888]

Where do you get your audio assets from?? The sound design is fantastic for this vid! A lot of people don’t realize how much audio quality matters for good video and I think you guys nailed it for this one.

[@terrynelson1587]

I did cruise to the Greek Islands on Royal Caribbean and I did not feel like I was in Greece . Very disappointing. No Greek food or music, once you left the towns you felt like you were on a Caribbean cruise. So now next month I am taking a Celestial cruise.

[@StephenSmith-ge1qf]

I remember Santorini from many years ago. hate to see what's happened to it, but I suppose the islanders have to make a living. I shall not be going again as it looks awful. There are so many beautiful Greek islands, but the loveliest are the most difficult to get to....

[@nancycasttarot6263]

Would love to be on a smaller ship. Celestyal looks lovely…and the food!