San Juan CRUISE Port Visit 🛳️ No Excursions or Taxis Needed‼️

[@tiffanyi5645]

🙋🏽‍♀️ Puerto Rican here with a PSA: anyone who wants to try Mofongo please get it with meat!! Lol Traditionally it comes with a stewed meat that’s rich dark and flavorful; try it with beef 👌🏽

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Will try that next time

[@PrinceWesterburg]

My relatives are out there and I might be going on business - they raved about Mofongo and I had a Nigerian lodger who cooked plantains similarly and they are amazing! Ooooh my mouth is watering - can't wait to get out of the British rain!!!

[@lourdespitrello592]

The best is with shrimp.

[@pamelanurse2024]

San Juan was my favorite port on my recent cruise. Because of my back pain I can’t walk as far as I’d like so I took a one hour trolley tour for $15 of old San Juan that was wonderful. I was amazed to learn they celebrate Christmas until January 23. Our ship was there till 10 PM so we got to see all the lights in old town which was beautiful. I am having back surgery in a couple weeks so hopefully after I recover, I can walk around San Juan to the beach next time. I’m definitely keeping this in my saved cruise video file. Thanks so much Kevin for your beautiful videos!!!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

I love those trolley tours and hop on hop off bus tours. I will definitely try that next time. Thanks Pamela. And hopefully you feel better soon.

[@loriharvitt]

Best of luck with your recovery!

[@claudiahansen4938]

Great video! San Juan has been my favorite place since my parents took us there in 1967. I love the people, the food and especially the music! Have visited ten times. But never from a ship!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

it is great for sure!

[@grisselseijo8126]

This is the land of my parents. I cannot tell you how much this video touched me. Thank you for reminding me of home.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

I love it there!

[@grisselseijo8126]

@@30AndAWakeUp perhaps that is next year’s adventure . . . Been watching since you started van life.

[@seemoreseascruises3791]

We love Old San Juan! One of our most favorite ports. That other ship was from Oceania - it is a luxury cruise known for amazing cuisine.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks for the info.

[@eric000]

The beach is so awesome 👌 And the fact that it's all a walk around the port. Thanks for sharing Kevin!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Yeah, it’s great for sure. Thanks for stopping by, Eric

[@roadlife1795]

I live there 3 years. The Pina Colada was invented there, maybe 10 minute walk from the port. Go to tasters and get the daily special. 2 minutes from you there

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Good to know for my next visit.

[@arnaldocerra7218]

The piña colada was not invented in old San Juan. That bar (BARRACHINA) is a fake tourist trap for gullible tourists. The drink originated at the Caribe Hilton hotel in the Condado section of the city.

[@mariogarcia-rc2xf]

Where ? I can find the piña colada close to the port Or that beach going in couple Of Day on a cruise

[@honey8636]

Oh, this is going to be great information. This is what I'm always trying to figure out when cruising. I love when there are ports where you don't have to book an excursion to enjoy the area. Thanks, Kevin! Safe travels

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Glad it was helpful!

[@wasamatau5979]

Your channel has become one of the channels I look forward to the next one. Keep up the great work!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Awe! Thanks so much!

[@noreenn6976]

Wow, San Juan is beautiful! Thanks Kevin!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

It really is!

[@jessicatorres-carvalho6339]

Great video! My husband and I will be on a cruise in August that will be stopping in Puerto Rico. We didn’t want to do an excursion so your walk off POV is perfect for what we want to do.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

So glad it was helpful

[@MyFrancesita]

You did such a great job showing how it is to arrive to our beautiful island and how gorgeous it is. Hope you had a great time and tried our delicious food. Safe travels!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thank you so much, Frances!

[@joniutley1914]

What a beautiful place! Happy to see you back in action!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks, Joni! :)

[@amgooder]

Old San Juan a true gem💎 The historic colorful buildings with them balconies are amazing.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

it really is

[@zena1976]

Very beautiful, definitely a bucket list location. Fantastic video & yes, that food looked amazing

[@30AndAWakeUp]

It really is!

[@mickeydyke392]

Thanks Kevin. One thing I found surprising was how quiet and serene everything looked. I expected all those fellow cruisers to be everywhere😊

[@30AndAWakeUp]

It’s a big place so it’s not saturated. And most cruisers take excursions away from the area the ship is in.

[@AlisonPickering1960]

Next time you get to San Juan, there is a famous and iconic arc of white sand beaches called "isla verde" - an easy cab ride or bus ride to the east. Enjoying your videos!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Appreciate that tip!

[@davidc8694]

The cruise ship you asked about is the Oceana Riviera.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks, David.

[@nilmarielugo]

It made me nostalgic to see old San Juan. I would go every Sunday for a 4 or 5 mile walk or bike ride. Thanks for the video. I have been in Florida for 5 years.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

It is sooo nice! :)

[@GoingGreenMom]

Green plantains are good double fried and smashed. Lol. It is starchy, but the sugars havent developed yet to make it sweet. :)

[@30AndAWakeUp]

ahhhhh...ok

[@muchlove6173]

Mofongo is amazing! My Puerto Rican mother-in-law makes the best! We had stuffed mofongo in Old San Juan, that was an absolute treat! Enjoying your journey. Thanks for sharing!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

It is soooo good. Definitely my go to dish in Puerto Rico now.

[@stacijones6706]

Does it have meat or just veggies

[@30AndAWakeUp]

@@stacijones6706 yes, you can get it lots of different ways

[@jeweloftroy4145]

I’m so envious! Beautiful and delicious San Juan! Can’t wait for your next video. Thank you for sharing 😊 Enjoy your journey!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thank you! 🤗

[@gloriasanchez8263]

I love Puerto Rico was there in January

[@30AndAWakeUp]

That's when I shot this video! :)

[@jorgef1914]

The old historical building that you mentioned is called "El Capitolio" the capital building. Right next to the capital building is "El Morro" the fort. As far as the bike lanes, that is only in the old San Juan area where the cruise ships are.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Awe ok! They should have those paths everywhere

[@marit4660]

Oh yeah - the tidal-pool-flip-flop- rinsing technique is the best! What a great walkway, too. And those blue, blue waters! 😀

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Glad you enjoyed it, Mari! :)

[@Rakshit-thakur]

This place is so beautiful

[@30AndAWakeUp]

It is

[@peterpontius]

The last time I was in Old San Juan I did a food tour with Flavors of San Juan Food and Culture Tours. We made our own Mofongo at one of the stops. It was a nicely paced tour that we also learned about the architecture of the area as well. Enjoying your videos!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Awe very cool!

[@sandrap3047]

Water is beautiful! That dish looks unique! It looks delicious! You'll be getting off the ship now every time you're in PR to get that again! I love trying new dishes that areas are known for!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

I will! :)

[@miracas1206]

Aww, I've visited the island many times! Shopping in the old San Juan! Don't forget the rain forest! Tour the Bacardi ! Catch a ferry, ride the trolley! Visit the casinos, golfing and the best food found everywhere! Visit where my parents lived. Enjoy as much as you can!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks for the tips!

[@aebalc]

You didn't mention El Morro. I need to visit there every trip. It is like a time machine - A massive fortress made of stone with cannons and tall walls from a different era protecting a port town. It is wonderfully preserved and they let you explore it all. Young boys love it.

[@billiejotalbott4767]

We are eating at Casa Luna. Thanks for the suggestion. This food is amazing.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Hope you enjoy it!

[@billiejotalbott4767]

@@30AndAWakeUp we loved it. We got the chicken mofongo. It was so delicious.

[@CCB249]

Oceania cruise ship was behind you.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks

[@ZSharkPH]

Never heard of that dish before. Looked like a nice little trip off the boat.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

It was really good!

[@eliovelazquez]

Wow thank Kevin . Fantastic video. Old San Juan is amazing.❤

[@30AndAWakeUp]

It really is!

[@PrinceWesterburg]

I knew someone who ran the library on the QEII cruise ship and when they refitted there was a lady who suddenly had to move out as she'd been on the ship for 22 years in the same cabin!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

oh wow

[@dunder2006]

Such a great video. When visiting on a cruise in Old San Juan that is the best beach to visit and the one I go to all the time. The name is El Escambron. Sadly after Maria the food areas were ruined and won't be fixed for a few more years but there are clean bathrooms and outdoor showers until 5pm. It is also the surf beach in that part of the island. For a cruise visitor there is WAY MORE than that to do when walking off the ship - for a first time visitor always go to the EL MORRO historical site which is run by the US National Parks and Service. Work your way back to the ship from there. Mafungo was a great choice for Puerto Rican food! Glad you like it and def something visitors should try.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks for all the info and I'll definitely do that next port visit.

[@FullContactDrummer]

That cruise line is Oceania. They ran a commercial during your video...LOL.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

thanks for the info

[@tarac5137]

New video is a fun surprise for my morning coffee (just regular, not frou frou 😄). With all your navy time and travel it seems unexpected this was your first time in San Juan. I was there on my only cruise a million years ago. Looks different, much nicer. The Castillo and setting reminds me of the one in St. Augustine. Thanks for bringing us along!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

haha....Im just finishing my butter pecan latte! :) Yeah, it's pretty here. I was mostly a west coast sailor...so never went to PR

[@alexisr5199]

Cool. Definitely following you for this year boating/cruising. I would like to be a solo cruiser too. I am very comfortable talking to people, but I enjoy my own company the best. 😁

[@DavidSmith-lp5tz]

If your stop is for the day you can take the ferry across the bay to the Bacardi plant. It’s a heck of a tour and tasting.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

I'll try that next time.

[@robertmoya1868]

Thanks for the nice travel logue of my hometown. Had you walked a few more feet from Casa Luna on Calle de la Luna you’d have run into my building, right in front of Plaza Barandilla with the big steps. Mofongo is made with green (unripe) plantains. Hence the lesser sweet flavor. The white “government building” is no other than our state Capitol, currently under renovation. Cheers.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks!

[@anitasimmons3599]

Thank you for another great video. I guess I am going to have to make a spreadsheet, cruising bucket list. I prefer to walk, and local food is always on my list. San Juan, is beautiful. Your walking speed is likely 2xs the average. I think there is a way to adjust or fine tune your walking speed in Google maps settings... I can't wait for your next video. Thank you again for taking us along on your adventures. Safe travels.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Yeah, it definitely didn’t take me 30 mins to walk to the beach

[@gd4u422]

I'm surprised the streets are so empty. Every time I've been to PR the streets were filled! Lucky you!!!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

It was a Tuesday...so that might have had something to do with it.

[@gd4u422]

@@30AndAWakeUp That must be the secret! LOL!

[@RyanLackey]

I live here in San Juan, so if you ever come back to SJ, happy to take you around to see stuff. VSJ (which you can easily walk to) is easy, but happy to show you other stuff (El Yunque? old Navy base?)

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks Ryan!

[@looknbakatu]

Beautiful! the day we arrived, it was raining, but still Beautiful!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

It really is!

[@Robertmacmedia]

Thanks for sharing I've always wanted to visit Puerto Rico 🇵🇷 food looks tasty safe travels Kevin

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Food was amazing. Thanks for stopping by Robert.

[@tinabarrera688]

Hey Kevin. I'm taking a trip to Puerto Rico later this year. I love watching your videos and seeing all the cool places you are visiting. Have fun.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Hi Tina! ☺️ fun to see you here ☺️

[@LovingAtlanta]

👍Terrific walk along. 💝 👍Thanks Chris, great food suggestion.💝

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@OmnivorousReader]

Those beaches, rocky and sandy could easily keep me occupied for days!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Yes! :)

[@nelluke]

Ha ha, the cars going backwards 😂 Loving all these videos from you. I guess it came up on my feed because I’m going on a cruise. You give great detail. Good job!!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Youre the first to catch that!!!

[@irenabobokovic9918]

Oceania cruises 🛳️

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks!

[@shawneeb3771]

What a perfect day off the ship. Really nice and clean area. Thanks for sharing all the information.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks for watching, Shawnee! :)

[@JulieWallis1963]

The medallion only works for Princess Cruises! For other cruise lines, passengers use their cruise card.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

yep

[@15eramos]

You just felt immersed in the place during your walk and I loved ❤️ it, thank you! The at the port videos and IG stories are my favorite!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Glad you enjoyed it! :) I always feel awkward filming outside :)

[@christopherlortiz]

That building is the puertorican Capitol and next time you are in PR go to Raises thats a great restaurant and get the mofongo with churrasco flank stake amazing and also go to the condado area also don tello restaurant is in Cataño area you have to get on a little ferry right next to the cruise port get of the ship and turn left is in the same side of the ships won’t regret it

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Oh cool! Thanks for the recommendation...will definitely do that.

[@CellasChariot]

Wow how beautiful Kev! 😊 so jelly right now lol and that water is teal blue! Enjoy ☀️

[@30AndAWakeUp]

yeah, beautiful water

[@juanitafurtado8805]

Beautiful pictures of San Juan. Good to know about Cafe Luna. Probably a hundred people have identified the ship behind you as one of Oceanic Cruise Lines-- top-rated luxury cruise line but might break your $100-day budget!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

cafe luna was great! I might try some of these luxury lines in the future

[@juanitafurtado8805]

@@30AndAWakeUp Check out Silversea -- they had a great promotion for solo travelers recently. with a low (for them) single supplement * it is truly all inclusive & they have some unique itineraries.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

@@juanitafurtado8805 i will for sure

[@pamelagreen9352]

Thank you for posting this amazing detail video.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

no problem

[@Kim_BeautifulTimeTravelAgent]

Great video! Thank you for sharing! I took note of these suggestions.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

glad it was helpful 🙏

[@calvinmarshall1610]

Great video Kevin great dish also I agree with the owner having it with meat, seafood is awesome!! San Juan is a nice place been there a half dozen times glad to see you eating 😀 looking for to seeing more great food

[@30AndAWakeUp]

haha...I knew you'd like that!

[@stephaniemitchell7684]

Wow I have been to San Juan long time ago ! So nice to see it again 😊

[@30AndAWakeUp]

I really enjoyed it :)

[@stephaniemitchell7684]

How many years were you in the service?

[@30AndAWakeUp]

@@stephaniemitchell7684 20 years

[@stephaniemitchell7684]

My brother did a combined 20 years in the Marine Corps. So he doesn’t get his retirement till 60. I wish he would travel like that but he has challenges of his own.

[@KOMBUCHALOVER]

I spent a week in San Juan several years ago and loved it. I think it's a place I would like to go back to for an extended vacation of a month or two.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Yeah, I agree with that. I was only there a day and definitely want to spend more time there in the future.

[@travelingfrogman]

Love San Juan! Very beautiful place, thank you for sharing!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks, brother!

[@vanessabullock36]

Ay bendito! Puerto Rico! I'm lucky enough to be Puertofican. You should have had the octopus Mofongo. I've been to Cafe Luna many, many times.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

I'll try that next time :)

[@BillCeller]

That is an Oceana ship next to you, they’re part of the Norwegian brands.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks!

[@kenplummer4644]

Love Plantain, really great as a mashed potato option, mixed with peas garlic, etc PR heard they are known for roasted pork in a certain specific method??...Next time pork???

[@30AndAWakeUp]

yeah, I've heard the same....I will have to try it. Thanks for stopping by again, Ken.

[@jentommyontheroad8089]

Wow! Beautiful sky in the initial shot! Your walking tours are always good! I keep setting reminders for your videos, but not getting the reminder! Checking to see what’s up!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Awwwee that sucks. Not sure...youtube can be finicky!

[@raymondowens8848]

Just discovered your channel today. I am planning to travel full time in the future as well. I’ve also considered YouTubing. I’m a TV reporter, so it wouldn’t be a stretch. I have 2 daughters (19 and 23,) and my parents live here. So I might start out traveling for a few weeks in a row before coming home for a few weeks repeatedly. Really finding some inspiration in seeing you travels. Thanks!!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Very cool! Just go for it. It took me a few years to build an audience and then it just snowballed.

[@yasminc10]

you find good restaurants around the Island

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Agree!

[@usdalton]

Laughing at the people and cars going backwards at the 1:35 mark. Great video.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

The magic of editing :)

[@ToniAdventures]

Please keep doing food vlogs! That looked delicious! I’d want it with shrimp!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Will do!! Hope you are well Toni!!! 😀

[@dwalker6868]

Beautiful beach thank you for sharing. Enjoy yourself.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thank you, D. I will

[@brianmadsen9536]

I’ve been to San Juan and it’s great. 😊

[@30AndAWakeUp]

I really enjoyed it.

[@RedStickHistorian]

I've only been on a couple of cruises but I agree it is great when you can just walk off the ship. I look forward to your next liberty port.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Me too!

[@kele1264]

I've never been to Puerto Rico, but I'd very much like to visit. Some day, I hope. Thanks so much for taking us on a walk. Looks so nice, clean, and it didn't look crowded! Love the colorful facades on the buildings! And of course, the beach! Like the foot bath tide pool! 😂 Food! Can't go wrong at a place called Casa Luna! I've never tried Mofongo, I'd very much like to. I have 4 plantains right now, getting ripe. Maybe I'll look for a recipe from a reliable source and make that happen. Of the pictures I've seen of Mofongo, yours looked so fancy and wonderful! If you get a chance to try Mofongo elsewhere, do so! I believe it's one of those dishes that everyone cooks differently, so taste and presentation can vary a lot. Ask if you can order a tiny portion. Onward to new sights!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Yeah, I definitely need a smaller portion! Let me know if you make it!

[@paypercallleads]

Wow that land and beaches resemble Hawaii. I'll be checking it out for myself next month. Thanks for the share.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

yeah, totally reminded me of Hawaii

[@JLTravels]

Great video, Kevin! Terrific pics & info!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks Jan ☺️

[@utfarley7563]

Excellent Video Kevin, very enjoyable. Look forward to following your journey over the coming year!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thank you very much! I really enjoyed making it.

[@RafaelRodriguez-vk8ze]

That marble building is the Capitol Building of Puerto Rico where congress meets.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Oh cool...thanks for the clarification

[@blezz3d]

hey thank you for this video! you really helped me out with my to dos when I get to Puerto Rico 🩷

[@30AndAWakeUp]

No problem!!

[@mimionthemove2503]

That ship in the back is an Oceania cruise ship . . . one of my bucket list cruise lines!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks for the info! :)

[@normamccafferty3053]

Good tip, Friend Chris. :) And, Kevin, holy moly- the beauty of that shoreline. And you just walked there. Awesome! Good stuff. Thanks for the video. Keep ‘Em coming. :)

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks, Norma 👍 And thanks for being a subscriber for over 2 years.

[@museumholictv]

Thanks Chris!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

:)

[@JustKeepCruising]

The other ship is the Oceania Riviera! I have just started watching your channel and it’s great!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Awe thank you Saundra for the answer and for watching! :)

[@Trishstitch61]

Love the update. You really have me interested in trying out a cruise but to keep your costs down how do you have internet while on board to edit videos, etc. That can add up quick and also the gratuities tacked on? How’s the interior cabin going, I guess since you are a former sailor your quarters are luxurious compared to your military time at sea.😂

[@30AndAWakeUp]

I do use internet and it is a little pricey. But pretty soon I will be a high enough status to get 50% off on Princess. So that will be good. And yeah, the quarters are much better.

[@Breck2626]

Such a beautiful place! You’re looking good Kevin!!!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks so much ☺️

[@Ladybassguitarplayer]

Wow. What a stunning location! Thanks for vlogging your tasty meal.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

My pleasure 😊

[@hildeshawperry5537]

Have fun and pretty cruises you look like you having lots and lots of fun do what you want to do have fun live life to the fullest cuz life is too short not to so have fun cruises stay safe hope your mom is doing okay and have fun traveling💜🙏🤠🛳

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks so much!!

[@JCrozier1]

Looks excellent. Can't wait for the next installment.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks!

[@klinzons]

That cruise ship behind you is Oceania!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks :)

[@peri3818]

Loved the big lizard. Wish you gave him more air time, ha ha

[@30AndAWakeUp]

I will next time! Oh and thanks for being a subscriber over 2 years now, Peri.

[@christiwright3604]

San Juan looks like a very interesting place to visit!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

It is!

[@GoingGreenMom]

It looks amazing! Were they surprised to see someone from the cruises?

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Not sure they knew I was on the cruise

[@DanielHBuchmann]

Going to be there for a full day before our cruise next month. Anything we should absolutely not miss? I hear Old San Juan is beautiful.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

I love Mofongo at Casa Luna!

[@cruisingforone]

I was wondering if you could walk to that beach, I'm glad I remembered your video.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

you definitely can!

[@divadonna5670]

I think it’s Oceania cruise ship with the O and waves logo-I’ve not been on one but it’s a part of NCL

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks, Donna.

[@gloriasanchez8263]

Oceania cruises never been with them

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Thanks, Gloria.

[@brendaloyd907]

Just an idea. I’ve seen several record when eating (without sound) and do voice over for the sound when not around others. I really enjoyed this video. Ty for sharing.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

That's a good idea.

[@bearhugman]

You are so living your best life! I've done one cruise around my own country (New Zealand) and across to Australia, however what I most enjoyed was when the ship emptied out during port stops and I had most of the ship to myself. Having already visited most of the stops before I wasn't missing anything. I'm definately an 'enjoy the journey' traveller too!

[@30AndAWakeUp]

I love the ship to myself during the port visits as well

[@thomasbradley6990]

Looks good. I'll be there next month thanks for the great video.

[@30AndAWakeUp]

No problem, Thomas.

[@mariogarcia-rc2xf]

Thanks for the video very helpful when you go on a cruise and trying not to rent or get a taxi but want to see a beach and places To eat thank you 🙏

[@30AndAWakeUp]

Glad it was helpful!