I Spent 13 Days on Britains Biggest Cruise Ship

[@VickiPalmer-cx6mu]

25 seconds in, that’s me and my husband on the balcony! Was an experience being on this cruise from the weather to the life raft rescue mission. I was laid on the bed watching a film when he came in from the balcony and said he can see a inflatable toy or something in the water and I just dismissed what he said and then 10 mins later the captain made the announcement about the raft! Was exciting by worrying to think someone could have been on it! Really enjoyed the Gibraltar stop! Off again on the 9 day one in October (on arvia again) so hopefully we will get our Lisbon stop then and the weather isn’t that bad again lol.

[@jonathandalecki7048]

I grew up with a shed. It was considered a big purchase, like having a garage for just back yard stuff. And I've never heard anyone use the phrase "shedload" before. This might be the most British Britishism yet.

[@EmmaCruises]

😂😂😂

[@arthurvasey]

A euphemism for 💩load!

[@Amm17ar]

I read that as "I grew up in a shed" lol.

[@molybdomancer195]

@@arthurvaseypossibly. The OED says it could be a euphemism

[@katyvansteenhoven220]

Shed loads mean sh*t loads, means lots! 😂

[@BrianaMichelleMeyer]

It’s always a good day when a new Emma Cruises drops!

[@EmmaCruises]

Thanks so much 🥹❤️

[@matthewelliott2213]

My favorite channel! I've never been on a cruise but it's now on my bucket list. This ship is a monster but everything seems to be run well--and that food! Wow!

[@EmmaCruises]

Thanks so much 🥹❤️

[@Frenchiesonthego]

Beware, once you begin, you just can't stop :-) We had our first in april, the second one in october, and I'm currently planning where and when we will go for the next. 🙂

[@asadb1990]

​@Frenchiesonthego yeah so true we did one cruise in December and we planned another in may. And are considering one in the fall or early next year

[@sweetmother2406]

I have no intention of ever going on a cruise (a phobia), but I love living vicariously through Emma 😂

[@asadb1990]

@sweetmother2406 why not if you don't mind me asking?

[@kr46428]

I've watched quite a few of your videos now, despite never having been on a cruise. I don't think I would have considered a cruise before either, but you do such an excellent job describing the various features and amenities that I would be a lot more open to doing it now. At any rate, your production quality is excellent, and I can tell you put a lot of effort and thought into these videos. Thanks much!

[@EmmaCruises]

Thanks so much for watching and your kind words! I appreciate it 😀❤️

[@jameswilson5165]

So close to 300K Subscribers! Come on, new people, let's put her over the top! She's earned it!

[@EmmaCruises]

Thank you! 😁❤️

[@kevster2355]

Subscribed!. Just found your channel. Simply good entertainment. Keep up the great content.

[@amandavanderzee9716]

I have absolutely no desire to go on a cruise, but I always enjoy your videos! Very engaging and informative!

[@EmmaCruises]

Thanks so much 🥹❤️

[@scherzva]

I didn’t think I would like them. But I do. I am currently on a cruise right now, heading to Long Beach, CA from Ensenada 🇲🇽. I love Emma’s channel. I’d love to try P&O. I even have a green M&S plastic bag to fit in.

[@AdesWorldofRandom]

I'm confused. What has M&S got to do with anything?@@scherzva

[@laurisgatiszarinovs2891]

Haven't ever taken a cruise and yet cannot stop watching your videos!

[@EmmaCruises]

Thank you! 😁❤️

[@THLEamon]

We did a family cruise for my parents 50th anniversary. About 30 of us. no matter where I went on Board The odds of running into my parents siblings or their kids were pretty high LOL

[@brucewatt1032]

You always manage to squeeze in a shedload of useful information about each cruise you sail. Thanks for all the hard work 👌

[@MrWigglebacon]

I remember seeing somewhere P&O are upgrading their internet to starlink so that could be why its better! Off on this ship at Xmas around the Caribbean so can't wait!!

[@cbpd89]

Glad to hear your nieces had a good time! My two older kids really enjoyed the theater shows on our last cruise, and somehow our three year old SLEPT THROUGH THEM. They were so loud, I have no idea how he managed it, but it was awesome.

[@EmmaCruises]

Oh that’s impressive 😂😂😂

[@JohninRosc]

Great video as usual Emma. Well worth pushing the cruise insurance line too. We did a Panama Canal cruise in April and I spent an afternoon in sick bay with a bout of gastritis. They did blood tests and gave me a drip. $3,500 later............. We were insured with AXA and everything was fine.

[@Ineeee]

I have a theory about the bananas 😂 Perhaps they found that when they put them out guests would take them “just in case” because it’s so easy to put in your bag but then ended up leaving them out on the ship or cabins. Perhaps by having to ask for one it’s more likely that you’ll actually eat it?

[@goblinnnn]

luxury consumption!

[@EmmaCruises]

That’s very true!! Most cruise lines don’t worry about that haha. P&O are budget so makes sense 😅

[@sweetmother2406]

I had the same thought. Plus that if they were out on the line passengers might handle them and bruise them even if they decide not to take one.

[@anthonyfindlay8554]

That is exactly why they are never on show, especially if you have Australian or German tourists!

[@hobokenjoe30]

I love seeing all the hiding places Captain Hudson gets to. Hopefully next year I can finally go on my first cruise.

[@EmmaCruises]

Hope you can! 😀❤️

[@TheExactImage]

Awesome video Emma, Thanks! Going on Arvia on Easter Sunday 2024 so looking forward to it :)

[@keithspillett5298]

My wife and I sailed on Arvia in 2023. We were told that this was the first sailing that was operating at ABSOLUTE capacity! It was VERY full, and seemed to be overrun with children. We still enjoyed ourselves though. However, we're both disabled, and use mobility scooters. We were delighted to have these with us, as it's a very long walk from one end to the other!

[@norarockenbaer-edmonds9395]

This was a great video. I only missed you mentioning all the infinity jacuzzis on deck 8 and the top deck. Those were my favourite places to relax. I guess because your weather wasn't too nice you didn't have enough opportunities to enjoy them.

[@EmmaCruises]

Not much nope 😂❤️

[@bronniepaterson4694]

We absolutely love Arvia…she’s our favourite ship. We can’t wait to go back on her again.. Oooh you had Cpt Candy…I mean Camby 😂 He’s a remarkable Cpt….. We loved BOB……and the ship movement….we love deck 15. Breakfast desserts are the best……yes dry cereals are the best. I loved the Beachcomber pool….. Yes she is the sunshine ship…92° when we’re on at the beginning of October. We did not like 6th street Diner….. Glad you liked Arvia….👍🇬🇧

[@tricialyn4645]

This was really interesting and so well put together! It shows through all preparation and knowledge you have...so well done! I learn lots from your tips and I always return here to have fun watching!! Yes, you are my fav channel...totally rad as they say 🛥🛳🚢

[@EmmaCruises]

Thanks so much 🥹❤️

[@mhm8922]

They were cycling… And I was watching them while eating… LOL!!!! That’s what I call “vacation.” 😂

[@peterbrameld696]

A great video, entertaining and informative, thank you for this and all the other fun and memories you give me. I have terminal cancer and can no longer get travel insurance, but you keep me up to date, thank you! x

[@dreeemer]

Wishing you the best, friend..

[@EmmaCruises]

Thanks so much Peter, this means a lot. Glad I could help in a little way! ❤️❤️

[@envyvicious]

This was so informative, i felt like I actually went there with you. Thanks!

[@biddierepellent]

I refreshed youtube and saw a new Emma Cruises video and literally whispered "yessssss". Lmao I love your content thank you!

[@EmmaCruises]

I love this, thanks so much 😀❤️

[@TopG-ue5mp]

I love your videos Emma , you have such a engaging personality on a subject I had zero interest in until I started watching your videos , you & trek trendy great travel channels from the brits 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿

[@EmmaCruises]

Thank you! Love Will he’s great ❤️

[@tyronenurse8202]

Thanks so much Emma! This was awesome as are all your content ❤

[@EmmaCruises]

Thank you! 😁❤️

[@dawnkunkel2564]

What a BEAUTIFUL ship! Thanks for sharing your experience! Also, your nails are so cool!

[@EmmaCruises]

Thank you! 😁❤️

[@seebunlim]

Cool video. I didn’t think I was going to watch this one because I’m not interested in cruises with SOOO many people, but the review turned out to be really interesting! Love the pics of the different food. Also happy to see Captain Hudson again 😬

[@andypoopoo16]

I have just come off a Caribbean cruise on Arvia. LOVED IT. Just ignore the negative reviews. A lot of them have more to do with the people on board and not the ship itself. Thank you Emma for a real and honest review.

[@jeannemara1600]

Love your new, sparkly shoes! I have a weakness for shoes. You are a lovely, friendly person to listen to. Thank you. I have been binging you since I found you yesterday.

[@Ashley_daraz45]

I’m so happy you posted this because I’m going on it next year

[@EmmaCruises]

Have the best time ever!!!! 😀❤️

[@debraadkins-brown399]

Wonderful to hear that you support Mercy Ships. My dream when I was young was to have a small ship to sail around in the S. Pacific to give mother and child medical care. Not long after came Mercy Ships. They are so much greater than my dreams and an ideal way to share with others in need.

[@KeroseneSkies]

I wonder if the reason they keep the bananas behind the counter is so they can keep them neatly in their bunches etc so that they don't rot faster and so they don't get left on other fruits and rot them too! Lone bananas speed up the aging of any other fruits they touch so it's good to keep them away :)

[@dandeely1000]

I admire your being willing to take on the responsibility for booking a 13 day vacation for a group that large! Your family must be very easy going people. The ship looks beautiful and modern but there doesn't seem to be an overall "theme" Maybe that's just an American thing :)

[@MoshiAngelic]

I'm loving your content been dreaming about going on a vacation for the first time in over a decade and these are helping me so much in finding something I'd like to do.

[@josephdmoran]

Emma, I love your content so much. Cruising is always awesome and I wish I could go more. I'm american so the cruises over here are pretty expensive. Also, you have a gorgeous smile. Keep it up!

[@EmmaCruises]

Thanks so much 🥹❤️

[@josephdmoran]

@@EmmaCruises I am smiling from ear to ear seeing that you acknowledged me! You're a celebrity!

[@leeanderson4466]

Great vlog 👏 We were on this cruise, It was our first cruise. We absolutely loved it. Plenty of drama with the weather and the raft. We loved the limelight and 7/10. Just booked Iona around the canaries in March 25. We love not having to fly! Just rock up and you’re on holiday.

[@chrisbaker5770]

Crows nest is usually really considerate with the dress code. They’ve never been rude and it’s usually just a case of don’t rush to finish your drink but once you’re done we won’t serve you anymore

[@chrissandles4833]

You are a true gem. Love your content second to your personality. Never change.

[@EmmaCruises]

Thank you! 😁❤️

[@edspace.]

13:16 perhaps you could make one of those Dan Brown novels out of it. A secret order of stuffed toys trying to help more people afford to go on cruises and to make sure its not just a place for old people.

[@estherlouisamay]

It is nice to know that food allergies are covered 🙂 thanks for covering that 🙂

[@ffrederickskitty214]

Wife and I had a great time on Arvia for the Easter 2023 cruise. Enjoyed every minute

[@elgar2582]

So, Finally we have booked another cruise... first for a while... fingers crossed it works out, thanks Emma.

[@markjohnson5556]

Glad you explained shedload. I had to rewind twice before your explanation thinking our sweet Emma is using bad language. 😂😂😂😂

[@EmmaCruises]

😂😂😂😂

[@AndyLambTHFC]

we went on iona earlier this year in a large group, like you we all had different boarding times. We compared boarding times with all our cabins and turned up at the earliest one. They let us into the terminal with no problem

[@EmmaCruises]

That’s good! 😀❤️

[@car_tar3882]

I love cruising so much I am blessed to be able to cruise once a year or so and your videos are great to fill in the gap

[@davehorton7712]

Hi Emma, I was on the same cruise and I saw myself in this video, wi-fi was really good, 50Mbs in the eating areas and 90Mbs in my cabin, I cannot believe you where one saat row behind us in the skydome, great vid as always.

[@EmmaCruises]

Haha!! Hope you had a great time 😀😊

[@justsomeguy6474]

Yorkshire pudding with gravy should be a food group!

[@EmmaCruises]

🤣🤣🤣

[@TellyMan200]

amzing video as alaways, and loving the capitans having their own meeting at 13:12 😆

[@EmmaCruises]

🙂🤣🤣

[@Malfie657]

Thanks for the great review Emma. I've cruised on Arvia twice now and I absolutely love it and would thoroughly recommend it to anyone! I did wonder if she was going to be too crowded or feel to big, but she isn't at all and there's always so much to do, see and eat. Was Green and Co still operating onboard when you were on - they do plant based meals and sushi and were my surprise hit on both cruises?

[@EmmaCruises]

Yess I think so, my family didn’t want to do either so we didn’t. Thanks for watching 😀👏🏼

[@annettewalter2273]

We use the term a shed load as well here in Australia. The iced buns looked nice. Hope your nieces had a great time. I’m sure they did.

[@Gryffindame]

So glad to hear about the ease with allergies on these ships! Just came off Disney and it was a bit confusing and sometimes felt limited having allergies! So might have to look into p&o. I would love to know more about allergy friendly exertion a cruise, if that’s possible?

[@skrabacz58]

Just FYI. The soldier on Sagrada Família is part of the Nativity narrative on that side of the basilica. (Herod’s soldiers killing of the innocents). When we went (earlier this month) we had a very good guide who explained the facades. (I like my cereal dry too. 😊). Love your channel.

[@mic8952]

I like your cruise videos the best! I feel like I'm with you, I get horribly sick on ships, so thanks I enjoy along with you 🎉!

[@EmmaCruises]

Thanks for watching!

[@user-fm8xe2ki1z]

So crazy watching this video and seeing myself lol. Loved the first time on the cruise was a shame on the weather but very fun and entertaining

[@wentibbetts7833]

Looks like you had decent weather and a pleasant cruise. Looking forward to next video.

[@EmmaCruises]

Thank you! 😁❤️

[@Abi-Grey8]

Hahah the captains on these ships are so blunt, but also really funny The Iona dome shows are so weird, I was like what heck when I watched the bird one.

[@mentonish]

Thanks for another great overview. It looks like the new Billy Butlins !!!

[@jacksyoutubechannel4045]

I always assumed groups must bring walkie-talkies on cruise ships. It was popular to do at big convention hotels (or even theme parks) in the pre-cell phone era, so I'm surprised they're not in wide use on cruises!

[@EmmaCruises]

Cruise ships are big metal boxes where all the walls are metal, doesn’t work 😅❤️

[@Williperhonen]

​@@EmmaCruises Might need pagers, like they use in hospitals!

[@judybrannigan9128]

That’s great info! I love the Yorkshire with everything in! Thanks!

[@EmmaCruises]

Thanks for watching 😀👏🏼

[@annettewalter2273]

Part of the reason I dislike silver service and being waited on is the time it takes. Food keeps me alive I don’t have much interest in it otherwise, so having lengthy meals would drive me nuts.

[@nils0_thegamer803]

I took a cruise like at the sime time as your's on the MSC Euribia.I can only say that the weather was horrible with 10m Waves that felt like a roller coaster.Our Port le Havre was cancelled because it was to dangerous.But all in one London,Zeebrugge and Rotterdam were Amazing.

[@EmmaCruises]

❤️❤️❤️

[@Edenb32]

I joined just as you disembarked, we headed over to the Caribbean. My first cruise, loved the ship and everything about it! I 100% have the cruising bug now 😅

[@EmmaCruises]

Yesss!! 💕💕💕

[@andrewhalket4129]

Great review, and I'm almost tempted to go on this monster. I do find your reviews slightly exhausting - you never take a breath! ;)

[@Frenchiesonthego]

If I remember well, Arvia is the same class as the Costa Smeralda. It's astonishing how their interiors are different. I 100% like the Arvia more. I think they made a very good job at maximizing the interior spaces, where as on the Smeralda, everything seems more cosy, but also less impressive. Thanks for the video !

[@EmmaCruises]

Yeah so different! Bits I prefer about each 😀❤️

[@vannk73]

Beano Club, LOL.😂 Another great video, Emma!

[@jasonmcroberts5668]

In East Texas our equivalent of shedload sounds similar, but is a bit more scatological.😂

[@justsomeguy6474]

Elf is a great Christmas movie. If you haven't seen the movie Christmas with the Kranks, I highly recommend!

[@EmmaCruises]

I don’t think I have, Thank you! 😁❤️

[@latebloomerabroad]

You paid a very good price for that cruise, and I think I'd like that ship. As an American, I think it would be fun to try out an English cruise line. I know the food would be surprising for me, but that would be part of the fun.

[@angiemac8066]

Love your channel, just subscribed. I struggle to keep up with your fast talking though..😜 Greetings from South Africa 🇿🇦 ❤

[@carolinecarter7992]

Thank you so much for sharing this 😊

[@_DerVinny]

You're the best! Thank you for all the nice videos! Hope my mom buys me the "May Start Talking About Cruises" Sweater for christmas🎄🎅

[@EmmaCruises]

🤣🤞🏼 I love that one!

[@_DerVinny]

@@EmmaCruises It is great!!😂

[@Ahrimas]

I have no iterest in going on a cruise myself, but i find these recaps so entertaining

[@EmmaCruises]

Thanks so much 🥹❤️

[@phamilton1975]

Excellent vid. Liked and subscribed 😊

[@philr7813]

I went on Arvia in July/ Aug and the virtual queues for dinner would be well over an hour long. You also couldn’t get a sun bed any near any of the pools. On a few days getting a sun bed anywhere was a challenge. We did enjoy it but it was just very busy and hard to book things such as deck games. The adult pool was often rammed, like bobbing up and down in a bowl of soup!

[@janettesinclair6279]

Those little ginger guys are multiplying and following you round, Emma!

[@Nebarus]

You had me at that Yorkshire pudding :) Thank you for the insights ;)

[@ToRung]

I hope you have a fantastic day to come💝🎉😘

[@EmmaCruises]

Thank you! You too!

[@Chrismowf]

Hi Emma. Love the new video! Extremely excited as we have booked to go on Arvia in June 2025, what cabin was you in, we have booked 12132, bit nervous about feeling the movement with you saying you was near the front and the bay of Biscay is a real fear for our first cruise.

[@reyjay1965]

I love your videos. There is so much info about cruises that I'd never though about. I was wondering where the place at 19:41 time stamp is.

[@Christina-ge3xr]

LOVED the flying fish! 🦈🪽🦈

[@EmmaCruises]

🤣🤣🤣

[@carolfinnis6152]

Excellent video Emma, thank you

[@alvinmorris6975]

Hi Emma, As always your vlogs are full of honest comments. Large ships are not for me and my wife but always nice to see what these options are. Keep up your excellent work and sail safely.

[@justimagine2403]

Emma. I haven't heard you mention yet. And yes I am making my way through your videos. An exterior class 12 to 14 balcony cabin and ALL the cigarette butts that are flicked down on us from above. Quite disturbing. This ship did seem to have balconies higher up that overshot the lower ones? Highly recommend NOT getting a balcony that has someone or several floors higher than you if you plan on being out on your balcony.

[@cbpd89]

Yikes! Most cruise lines don't allow smoking in the cabins or on the balconies, that has caused fires before and should not be happening!

[@deemariedubois4916]

I’m so excited to watch this. Let’s go.

[@EmmaCruises]

Thank you! 😁❤️

[@TimK2646]

Spot on with comments re P&O service. The AZURA service was outstanding in 2010 when we sailed for 19 nights from Southampton to Venice and back. Absolute shambolic service years later sailing to the Canaries. Never booked P&O again.

[@Bertie_Ahern]

2.5 hours per meal sounds absolutely IDEAL to me. Food is life, everything else is just padding between meals lol.

[@EmmaCruises]

🤣🤣🤣

[@andylane247]

Ate in a locals Salerno restaurant recently on a Sunday afternoon. We were there 2¾ hours. The locals are probably still there !!!

[@Bertie_Ahern]

@@andylane247 Perfect! I hope you had a delicious meal 🙂

[@jameswg13]

I love how Arvia is slightly different to Iona which of course I went on just after you got back from this one.

[@hansybunnys7748]

Ah on p and o next year and keep reading about the 6pm rule, I thought it was the whole ship bar buffet at 6

[@MikeAquino-gl9hy]

Shedload added to my vocabulary! Thanks!

[@zontray]

I love that she brings Captain Hudson with her every time 😂🙂

[@Dave-gg9zk]

I’ve just come from 2 weeks in the Caribbean on Arvia. Absolutely loved it, but my biggest take away is the fact that it is impossible to explain what the X, Skydome show is.

[@cathydrew2569]

The Yorkshire pud looks amazing.

[@EmmaCruises]

Soooo good! 😁🥳

[@Watson1973]

Evening Emma Great video Food does look amazing must admit and who can’t say no to fish n chips!! Not a big fan of musicals or live shows but I’m sure the wife can watch em while I sit in the adults only pool 🙊

[@pogiguapo2597]

Emma, you should try crusing in a front facing cabin. You know how you had a balcony that faces backwards, you should try a balcony facing forward 😊

[@sallyolivia37]

On Arvia from 23rd Dec in Caribbean for our honeymoon over Christmas and New Year and must admit if we hadn’t of booked the retreat for the entirety of the holiday I would be seriously concerned about getting a sunbed. I do believe our cruise is sold out entirely. Heard mixed reviews but hopefully we have a wonderful time! 😊

[@richardwoad6477]

I watched it after your stream.👍 I've worked on a lot of Carnival ships. Jubilee, Imagination, Paradise, Elation and Triumph. I also cruised on Freedom. I can't remember which ship but we did a Star Trek cruise, really good fun.👌 Also the things you won't see are people who unfortunately pass away on ships. At least one person per contract passes away and/or medical emergencies. The US Coastguard comes out in a helicopter to winch them off the ship.🙏 Sad but an amazing sight, the helicopter hoovering above the aft of the ship.

[@richardwoad6477]

So my fellow cruisers don't forget your travel insurance?🙏🤞👍

[@gillsinclair6927]

Sagrada Familia was halted due to the world wars. At last thats what we were told when we visited. Not a cruise, we did a day trip from Salou where we were holidaying. I decided that I loved Barcelona. We also saw the fountain show. Spectacular

[@IJBLondon]

Went on Arvia's maiden voyage at Christmas and loved it so much we did a Fjord cruise on Iona this summer. Great ship.

[@tombrown8281]

Nice video Emma we are going on her in April and looking forward to it. Thanks again for your video

[@EmmaCruises]

Have the best time ever!!!! 😀❤️