I Surprised My Wife With the World's Worst Cruise

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In this travel video, we go on our first-ever cruise. It just happens to be the world's worst cruise and we didn't know. Join us as we leave Sicily in Italy and board a Costa Cruise, known for its poor reviews. Before boarding, I break the news to my soon-to-be wife about the terrible reviews for this specific cruise ship. In this cruise vlog, we laugh our way through a chaotic boarding experience and discover why it has such a bad reputation.
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[@TravelBeans]

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[@screddot7074]

After booking the WORLD's worse cruise, I'm not sure introducing Emma to a game about murder is a good idea.

[@AndriyValdensius-wi8gw]

If it doesn't capsize and sink, look on it as a plus. The Costa Concordia did, due to captain's negligence. But ignore me. I'm sure you'll be OK. Hopefully.

[@cathyholt5215]

Love June's Journey!

[@rachelmartin2967]

Rachel Martin Is good trips

[@kevinfleming9919]

It's ironic that after watching the add you did for June's Journey, the murals on the wall of the ship had people in the same type clothing and era as the game and it became a Mystery to figure out where your room was located and how to get into it! LOL! The game made a great Segway to the next part of your video! 😄

[@gabygaedecke2411]

Having been a nurse on cruise ship, I can safely give advice: 1. Wash your hands everywhere you go. 2. Avoid crowds. 3. Do not let a child run around unaccompanied onboard - accidents are VERY common. 4. The drinks packages are a trap. 5. ALWAYS get a room with a balcony.

[@two4wheels]

6. Just don't bother

[@jackielight6908]

It's best to just fly to your destination you really want to go to your not at each destination more than a day, while I've been on a total of 5 cruises this does seem like it's not well organized I'll be sure to never go on that ship

[@pxlbarrel]

Since Covid we ALWAYS get a balcony. It's more expensive but so worth it.

[@CLFL14256]

how do you avoid crowds on board these monsters? Room and balcony, ha ha

[@berndhoffmann7703]

@@gabygaedecke2411 how do avoid crowds on board of a cruise ship? Hiding on the loo?

[@phredmadsen-vallee8375]

Their patience and sense of humor is remarkable (and I've watched only the first ten minutes so far!), they deserve an upgrade!

[@AZPhotoWACA]

I see the size of the ship, the useless elevators, the number of people on deck, hear the loud music, and think -- It's too peoply there. You're right, the balcony and a sunset are the way to go.

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

The elevators are less traveled 150’ down the passageway. Common first timer mistake. Also there are maps all over the ship. The beans are making every mistake you can make.

[@johngailor]

The trick with the elevator is if every elevator going up is full push the down button and get on when the door opens, ride it down and back up. On disembark day, press the up button and ride it up and then down. Cruising is great.

[@barryjackson1401]

Props on getting some footage of the miserable walk up the 8 floors with both hands carrying luggage.

[@Richard-ro2fp]

No, there's no need to walk up. On boarding a ship with little pre-planning I suggest standing right in front of an elevator, you may wait a while but an elevator will open and no need to carry luggage .

[@anonymouse328]

Actually the fact he also walked up to place the camera then walked back down to get the luggage and up again!

[@MultiCorker]

right? i had to do that once as a mother travelling by myself with two toddlers and the elevators where out at hawaii's main airport. I made 4 trips up 4 flights to get all the luggage as we were racing to catch a connecting flight. Missed the flight, got put on another and had to tote it all back down again....three times because we missed the second flight too and the third was back at the original gate. over 30 yrs ago and I will never forget it. That scene in the video totally triggered me LOL

[@lynnejeoffroy910]

I have done 21 cruises, 22 is booked for December. Every one is different, it took a whole year to save for a cruise, so I maintain a very positive point of view. Enjoy the difference to land holidays. Also my favorite cruise line is Norwegian. I will watch for your next one.

[@Richard-ro2fp]

You would find Princess and Holland American would make you much happier.

[@barbarahallowell2613]

NCL Loyalist here. I'm a solo traveler and they make it affordable for me. Transatlantic trips are my favorite.

[@thecarpcatcatcher]

I have the Caribbean booked for October, can’t wait.

[@TheAtanyrate]

That is real dedication to have to walk up 8 floors, go up, put the camera down, go back down, walk back up on the camera. Props to you!

[@Fairytelj]

Sounds sarcastic

[@annesoper911]

I am 77 and I started traveling by sea with my parents when I was a child a small child as my dad was posted to Australia twice before I was 13.I absolutely love being on a ship.I started cruising in 2008 ,just 3 and 4 day trips then 7 and 13 day trips. As a senior I prefer smaller quieter ships .I enjoy Royal Caribbean and Cunard and recently crossed from Southampton June 23rd and it was a very enjoyable crossing with my daughter, 2 brothers and their spouses. I choose to do exactly what I like which is relaxing, reading,socializing. Cruising is not everyone's cup of tea.but I love it.

[@pxlbarrel]

As a seasoned cruiser, mostly on Disney, I'd recommend Disney since you have the little one. You can leave him at the nursery or if you go when he's a tad older, there are kids "camps" he can go to and play with other children while you roam the ship, have cocktail tastings or just find a nice lounger somewhere. It's a top end cruise as opposed to Costa which is a Carnival ship and the lowest of the Carnival fleet. (Yikes!). Disney has ships in Europe and the British Isles so you don't even have to fly to Florida (but you could ... and do a video from Orlando too!). We've done the Med cruise on Disney twice and also a Northern Europe one ... love them. I hope your cruise gets better and at the very least, this doesn't turn you off cruising. It's a very civilized way to travel. :D

[@divahollywood757]

YES!!!! I heard Disney has the BEST food.

[@susannahfox7188]

The only problem is, that Disney is 100% satanic. Just check out any of their most well-known movies, and you will see that there is subliminal sex programming going on, aimed at children when they are most impressionable. Stay away!

[@vickyhioniskolaiti]

I would never take my children on a cruise and leave them in "camps" or roaming a ship. ESPECIALLY DISNEY! Don't you people watch the news or research a bit? Disney has one after the other disappearing children, I won't even go into it any further...just never leave your children unaccompanied by you NEVER, especially Disney.

[@pxlbarrel]

@@vickyhioniskolaiti Where the heck are you getting your information from? Disappearing children? LOL. Laughable. You can't go into any further because there's no truth to it. hahaha

[@vickyhioniskolaiti]

@@pxlbarrel Where have you been? It's all over the news about the pedo's and Disney everything. Disney cruises took children right to Epstein's Island for snorkeling...I have all the research & you need to do some! I never left my children with strangers to have any kind of fun, they came first! You are in for a BIGWAKE UP if you live in your own little world. And probably watch only CNN, NBC etc...Even one child "drowned or missing" is too many. Watch over the children...

[@bbakus8]

One cruise was all it took for me to realize it's not my idea of a fun holiday!

[@terrikietzmann3684]

My hubby hated it !

[@lenaannis8787]

Actually knowing me ,no cruise is all it takes ,to know its not my idea of a holiday Never!!!

[@nanigoose]

My ideal vacation is to get away from people, not mingle or be around them. But i respect those who prefer the human interaction vibe found on cruise ships.

[@ninaradio]

Ugh. Cruises just seem like my worst nightmare of a vacation. To be stuck on the ship with so many people in full tourist mode - I generally avoid the super tourist-filled areas at most destinations, because they all seem to be bad in the same way. And to have to funnel in and out through a (relatively) narrow choke point with them every time you want to get off or back on. I can see how there’s something satisfying about it for people who dislike surprises or who like to be able to figure out hacks and proudly tell others that they’ve somehow gamed the system (“well, I always climb a flight of stairs and THEN go to the next lift lobby over, easy-peasy…””the best strategy for choosing which ports to get off and when to stay onboard is…”) but all of it just stresses me out just to consider it. I’d much rather just get around on my own.

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

Cruising is now more a resort type vacation. Bottom line the food, room service, itinerary all contribute to an amazing value. You don’t lift a finger. I go in ships that have about 1800 guests. The monster 7500 passenger ships are too big for me. We enjoy Holland America. Premium cruise at great prices.

[@thedonleroy]

I'm with you on that. I'm not a people person so this seems like the worst vacation ever. I would rather be camping some place. I have no interest whatsoever in a cruise.

[@cherylbrunette2490]

​@@thedonleroyagree, I feel the same.

[@thereissomecoolstuff]

@@cherylbrunette2490 Try holland America people. I used to think like you. The guests are 55-up. Very few kids. It’s amazing how uncrowded the ship is. The crowd factor isn’t what you think.

[@user-ki3wh1ml2e]

They are.. yuck

[@RocksOff72]

Being stuck on a floating Petri dish with 3,000 of your least favorite people is THE definition of hell to me.

[@cindiheslin6782]

Me too!

[@jillr759]

I just joined you on that thought.

[@berndhoffmann7703]

only 3k, it looked more like a 6k 'ship'

[@Hemifan4266]

Another non-cruiser troll speaks.....

[@Walksandwanders]

Me too!! 😂

[@edouardbeauvais]

@3:23 "that's what she said"...oh Emma... you two need to book a cruise on Royal Caribbean's Icon of the Seas...the largest (most family friendly) cruise ship in the world. Then (aside from sunset on your balcony) you will truly find out what cruising is all about. Happy you finally made it onto a cruise SHIP.

[@AbigailGerlach-zt1sh]

Yes Emma, there are MUCH bigger ships! Advice: find out if there is a printed daily schedule of activities. Find: the buffet, the main dining room, the theater, the pool, and the children's area. You can leave your child with supervision while you go other stuff. Try all the activities. If you get off the ship, you don't have to stay out the whole day. Go back to the ship and take a nap, have a meal, have a swim. RELAX!!!!

[@AdyWalter]

That is truly my worst nightmare. Thanks for taking one for the team. Can cross that of the list of wants!

[@sroberts605]

Haha, me too - after that 'party', I'd need several drinks!!

[@nicolecorsillo]

My gosh! I’m a seasoned cruiser and have never seen anything like the boarding you experienced. I’m in the US and the newer ships are so nice and Royal Caribbean, Celebrity, Carnival, and Princess all have organized boarding. When we board we go to the opposite set of lifts and those are usually much less crowded. I don’t know anything about Costa though. Please give it another try!!

[@TravelBeans]

Good to know that this experience is not then norm and that those other companies might be worth a try! I think we need to try a highly rated cruise now so that we can get a balanced view!

[@Richard-ro2fp]

Princess and Holland are well organized on about everything. Over 500 Sea Days with three booked now.

[@nicza460]

Another seasoned cruiser here. Please try some other cruise lines and maybe some newer ships. I would suggest watching a few KZbinrs - maybe Emma Cruises as a few other people suggested.

[@TheKaza64]

Another seasoned cruiser here, Royal Caribbean are brilliant very family orrientated Noah would love it as he gets older

[@jerrihadding2534]

You always make me laugh even when I feel so much empathy for the “challenges” you experience! Bless you for your willingness to laugh at yourselves and the circumstances you find yourselves experiencing. But even more significantly, your raw honesty while experiencing the daily human challenges of life.

[@sft4081]

They have the easiest temper child I’d ever seen. Soooooo easy going, happy, well mannered, loving, chilled….but look at his wonderful momma. Love this channel🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰💜💜💜💜💜🌺🌺🌺🌺🌻🌻🌻🌻🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌

[@the_mum]

and poppa is not bad either 😏

[@MaddogCapt11]

And no wonder Noah is such a sweet little guy when you see how chilled Emma is. My grandmother's name was Emma, and she was the sweetest woman I ever knew except for her youngest daughter (my mother).

[@edwinchung7341]

Yep we did costa cruise line man what a mistake but it can only get better cause you did the worst stay away from Carnival

[@angiestuber9768]

I'm only 10 min. in this video and you haven't even gotten into your room and your baby is so so good and you both are so calm. If I had a hubby he would have blown by now. I can't wait to finish watching and pray it gets better for you.

[@itsjubilee2012]

Beans on a boat😂 love it. The great thing about the two of you is you always find the positive in everything . So even if it was the world’s worst cruise you would make it the greatest. Can’t wait to see part two. Definitely Disney cruises. Noah will love it.

[@geohound65]

I want to say thank you for this video and can't wait for the next instalment. It has confirmed why I have never wanted to go on a cruise. I admire your guts for having a go but he views of all the people fill me with dread. Not a people person in the sense of having to have "fun" with complete strangers and I think I would have jumped over board. First time of commenting but watched a lot of your content. Please keep going as you have saved me, with one video, from an experience worse than hell, take care to you both and little Noah

[@jaredford8440]

No need to apologize guys ,your pain has been our absolute comedy pleasure...i have not laughed so hard for so long 🤣 ...you just knew that cabin door wasn't going to open 😂😂 i was waiting for mum to kick it off the hinges... im fairly introvert ,so the balcony, watching the ocean go bye would be my happy place 👋🇳🇿 NZ 🌺🌺🌺

[@cspvideo]

I suspect that by now several viewers reported there in fact are many ships larger than that one. We've been on enough cruises with Princess that we will earn "elite" status after our next cruise which gives us several perks. We have never sailed on a Costa cruise. Our excursions have been on NCL, Princess and one on Holland America. Some of the newer ships are using an interesting AI elevator software that makes it easier to secure one when everyone is boarding and trying to get their luggage upstairs. You request your elevator at a nearby touch screen and input your floor there. It groups people by floors and sends you to a specific elevator number instead of everyone trying to get on any elevator.

[@TravelBeans]

Oh wow, that sounds like an interesting way to organise the elevators! We have heard good things about Princess cruises too - the other two are new names for us so thank you!

[@jans3133]

That sounds amazing! Celebrity does send several people down to the elevators to speed up the process but using AI seems really smart. Also when people play by the rules and come on when they are supposed to, it staggers the number of people coming on at one time, easing elevator congestion.

[@Kimberly_Sparkles]

As a person with mobility issues, do they have a workaround for that? I find things like that require you to move quickly over a lot of ground and I can't.

[@Richard-ro2fp]

I have been Elite for several years on Princess, I do pick the ships I prefer as well as ports when possible. Little over 500 Sea Days, I know where the quiet spaces are on every ship I've cruised.

[@cspvideo]

@Kimberly_Sparkles I've only seen it demonstrated. If I were programming it, I would take note of a request from someone with a mobility issue and provide an elevator that waits. It would be pretty easy to do that because of the way the new elevators work. I read that on one of the cruise ships, there were criticisms that touch screens were not access accessible to people in wheel chairs, but that was quickly rectified.

[@dorisweems1510]

I'm sure hubby will know better next time, lol. Little Noah is so adorable 😍🥰

[@TravelBeans]

Yeah.. I'm now waiting to be suprised with the BEST cruise in the world to balance things out 😂

[@suzieq2958]

🤞 for you Emma 😊​@@TravelBeans

[@mikewingate284]

@@TravelBeans 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@always.wondering.wandering]

I did a Costa Cruise out of Savona Italy, it was okay, not the best I've been on. We always book a lower cabin with no windows, because, we're hardly ever in our room. We basically only use the cabin to sleep in. We're out early on excursions or doing some kind of activity on the ship. Once off the ship, we do our own thing, get local transportation and see what we want to see or do. It gives us a chance to see a place we might want to come back to later and stay there for awhile.

[@lizp7248]

The thought of going on a cruise horrifys me! 😂The first 5 minutes of your video triggered every phobia I have! I was feeling trapped & overwhelmed just watching! 😱 I hope it does get better. You definitely took one for the team there. It's actually great to see an honest review from non-cruise people. Best of luck! 🎉 💃

[@1dkappe]

Atlantic crossings (Queen Mary 2) or smaller boat cruises in Alaska are nice. Those tropical virus factories horrify me.

[@eileenvaughan6702]

Agree …..

[@susannahfox7188]

Just avoid the ships named Titanic.......

[@michaeltburdine3652]

@@susannahfox7188 not even a joke, there’s an Australian bloke named Clive Palmer building Titanic 2 and it’s set to launch in a few years. Of course, let’s not forget Costa themselves did actually have a ship sink.

[@nanopete6472]

That was so funny 😂😂. 2 days, you did well. Just a bit overcrowded for me, I thought a cruise was meant to be a relaxing holiday 😮. Travel safe Beans

[@leeandjancruise]

They did no research and chose the wrong cruise, this one is a get away for a week booze and party cruise.

[@Rob_b]

I just love the honesty of your experiences showing a normal couples ups and downs and dealing with the situations presented, keep up the great videos.

[@gaiasinghean]

I highly recommend watching blogs from other creators that travel on cruises often to get some pro tips for packing, boarding, etc. I think Ben and David are always very honest, listing pros and cons objectively and showing you a lot of the ship and it's amenities. They also experience a wide variety of ships and lines. They'd be a great place to start.

[@BartMGRX]

This looks like hell on earth to me, being trapped in a floating village. I prefer space, peace and quiet on my holidays.

[@sololife1968]

That's exactly what I thought.. And then went on one in April and surprisingly loved it.

[@irenedavo3768]

@@sololife1968better than a van!

[@irenedavo3768]

Alex looks ill!

[@irenedavo3768]

Noah looks happy!

[@airenesmiler6624]

You couldn't pay me enough

[@emilyjade_4]

I'm going to need a whole series of the Beans trying different cruise ships now because this whole video was also a culture shock for me!

[@TravelBeans]

😂 We might need a bit of a break before we embark on such a series - have you ever thought "I need a holiday after this holiday".. 😅

[@lyndaward5179]

I would not wish that on my worst enemy 😂

[@danielr.2070]

I was so excited to see that you did this video! My partner and I are addicted to watching cruise videos. We've cruised about 30 cruises, on many lines, and hands down our favorite cruises are on Holland America line to Alaska, preferably leaving from Seattle; however, we've departed a few times from Vancouver and that's okay too, just usually much busier and longer lines to board. Thanks for the cruise video! We hope you had a great time and want to continue cruising!

[@stephengneri2136]

Noah is growing exponentially !!! wow. Since I get seasick and dont like waves, I could never do it. Thanks for the tour....Noah is adorable.....

[@JoanOfArgghh]

I went on a more boutique-level cruise on a ship with only 1200 passengers. The food and entertainment was top-notch, the destinations were breathtaking: Aruba, Curacao, Barbados, Grenada, St Lucia. It was mostly couples and enough young people to keep the atmosphere upbeat. It had a very personal touch. I don't think I'd ever enjoy a gigantic no-tell-motel bacchanal.

[@JoanOfArgghh]

And the ship had a library where I hung out when I needed to be alone, which suited me. I enjoyed all the nooks and quieter areas during the day, and then danced late into the evenings, as I was with a travel agent group. I found that I could not sit in the ship's theater as it faced backwards and somehow my internal compass was not happy with that!

[@heathercastle9219]

We went on our first ever cruise this past February 9 days to the Bahamas on Carnival. We actually loved it ❤.

[@mikeball3902]

Lol we had a bad experience on our first cruise. We gave up on elevator too. Then our room was not ready until 10 minutes before departure. Then our first excursion was snorkeling and they put us in the water with a current that pulled us away from the tour boat. My wife had to be saved and it took me 30 minutes to get back to the boat. But the rest of our cruise was great. Now we have been on 6 cruises. The cruise director was with us on our excursion. TJ said he make it up to all of us and he made the rest of the cruise a blast. Thank you TJ.

[@thebigbossdogdaddy754]

I want you to know that. I sincerely love watching the 2 of you. The way you guys interact the things you get into it makes me smile. Thank you

[@TravelBeans]

Thank you so much for watching and for such a lovely comment 🙏😊

[@lynyrdskynyrd9742]

Is your boy always that calm and good natured?

[@TravelBeans]

He definitely has his moments 😅

[@lilyamongbrambles4458]

I did a Princess cruise (more expensive but worth it) and it was phenomenal. Gorgeous ship, great food, tons to do and awesome excursions. Sorry you had a bad experience -

[@lyndonJones-hj3bw]

Don’t apologise for your negativity guys, you’ve been very positive and very kind about what appears to be a floating Blackpool!! When I saw the word ‘Costa’ I had some concerns for your safety…..we all know what happened to the sister ship!! Don’t get me wrong we have done a couple of cruises and enjoyed them, but at the end of the day as one of your other followers says you are on a floating Petri dish so plenty hand washing stay outside as much as possible!. Make full use of your balcony you’ll soon discover it was well worth paying for!!

[@1plawman]

Make sure you dont put key cards next to anything magnetic, it unprograms them.

[@Suzannes_Trip]

I went on a couple cruises pre-smartphones with groups . They were the most exhausting vacations I've ever been on. By the 3rd or 4th day I would spend most of the day in my room watching movies decompressing. When I got home I needed another vacation. I feel like cruises are what you make them. There are a ton of choices of things to do and food to eat or if you have a different type of personality than mine you can spend most or all of your time relaxing. I hope you figured out what works for you! ~Cheers

[@susant236]

I have never taken a cruise, but if there was such a thing as a cruise ship that had quiet places to soak up some sun, read in a lounger chair, have drinks brought to you and not be in the middle of music, people and craziness- it could be lovely! I liked the look of the cabin you were in with the balcony. I love being near the water but unfortunately I think I would be overwhelmed by the number of people, the noise, the action and chaos and I would likely withdraw to my cabin and balcony and never want to venture out. I would hate feeling like I'm in a zoo. So best to rent a place by the ocean in land!! Having said all that, I still think of going in a cruise that probably doesn't even exist!

[@Cinnamon52]

As a very experienced cruiser I was fascinated to watch this video. I’m amazed you didn’t do any research, like knowing to check in your luggage and have it delivered to your cabin. However, I love your attitude to the agonies you faced and the joy you found too. I subscribed and am looking forward to seeing more.

[@tobirates916]

Good tip but apparently someone’s luggage was delivered to the wrong room and they still don’t have their luggage at the end of on day 2! 😳

[@nicandtris]

Bloody brilliant - your faces!! Like you we have never been drawn to cruising and those expressions in your eyes epitomise exactly how we imagine we would feel! You doing it so we don't have to - Love you Beans! 🤣🤣

[@lottie2525]

So hilarious that you picked the world's worst cruise for your first experience. Bean Blunders! I've watched another KZbin couple Brogan and Benji on a 3 month wedding package cruise and it looked so, so much better than your experiences so far. They were with P&O I believe and absolutely loved their cruising. Their enthusiasm was quite infectious. Cruising has never appealed to me as I think I'd feel trapped at sea (I get seasick) in what's essentially a massive hotel, with loads of people crowding everywhere you go.

[@tommycanadasmobazimmer]

Our first cruise was also a Costa Cruise. On the Costa. Magica (The sister ship of the one you know that captain crashed while trying to waive to his girlfriend ). As it was our first cruise we didn’t really have a reference point. But overall it was quite good. We had a cabin at the stern which is a bonus. Cruising I think is a great holiday with young children. After a while though I do tire of the noise and the constant herding. Tom from Toronto Ps . Next time I’d try Celebity - a good mid market line.

[@sylviegauthier6744]

We are super cruisers, we did travel on our own all over Europe but now in our 60's, cruising is perfect for us. We tried many companies but Celebrity Cruises is our first choice. The food is fantastic, it's quieter, the service is first class and checking in and out is easy and fast. The prices are higher but for us it's worth it. Salutations from🇨🇦

[@audreychurch]

I’ve traveled a bit but never went on a cruise. Never appealed to me. Still not sure if I want to go on one. Ever!

[@tommycanadasmobazimmer]

@@audreychurch I think it’s worth doing once. (Not the Caribbean). There’s always ways you can make the cruise work for you. If you don’t like crowds for example, stay away from the buffets, dine in the specialty restaurants, have breakfast on your balcony. There are always many quiet areas on the ship you can read a book. Stay on the ship on one of the port days. Anyways it’s worth a try once.

[@donnyhockett1]

The outcome of any vacation is sown by your attitude. Loved seeing your turn of attitude as day one wore on. Funny thing is, I’ve cruised dozens of times and find myself with a similar energy level as yours at the end of day one. LOVED watching the cruising perspective through “fresh” eyes. Well done!

[@WaarisMarleen]

I am enjoying this video enormously! Never been on a cruise, but so far you are confirming every preconception I've ever had about cruising...! I hope you get to enjoy the rest of your trip and get to see what makes people enthusiastic about cruises. Looking forward to the next video!

[@berndhoffmann7703]

Guys you struck me funny😂 - I know no one, literally NO ONE who goes on a diet (last week you mentioned you are now on a diet) when boarding a cruise😂😂😂 I guess it will be a success🎉🎉 you are either ending up miserable or 1/2 a stone heavier 😅 omg! Your timing is formidable😂

[@chrystaltuckness5298]

We don’t diet on board but we do take the stairs as much as possible and I always come off "lighter". Of course we don’t have a little one to watch after, it that should be in your favor! 😊

[@shelleylynn3033]

Taking a cruise with another couple with kiddo would be fun, taking turns playing with kiddos while others having adult time. Would like to try a Disney cruise too!

[@christopherbyrne1617]

My wife and I LOVE cruising, but pretty much only cruise with Royal Caribbean and never had a bad experience.

[@dianerivera3222]

Us too.

[@SaraMc-ez2mv]

I am watching this having just returned from my second cruise. I agree about RC! We met people who were on their 40th cruise and had 18 more booked! This will not be me….I still enjoy other methods of travel but cruising has definitely been added to my list! RC treated us very well. Laughing very hard about this being a large ship lol!

[@ItsMeJenBB]

I used to work for Disney Cruise Line, so I am a bit biased, but Ive also cruised on Norwegian and had no complaints. That loud crowded scene with everyone dancing made me think of a hotel lobby I was in, in Puerto Rico. Chaos. Back to Disney- its top tier. Staterooms are beautiful, the restaurants are amazing and they have a kids area separated into different age groups, so you could have a couple hours of adult only time together. Ironically, my ex didnt want to go on the Disney cruise because he thought it would be overrun with kids. I told him, just wait.... And because the kids are all off on their own doing things in the camps, we didnt see kids hardly at all! It was great! lol

[@36flamingo63]

But poor Madame... If People dance, it means they are HAPPY. And are You sure that Disney or Norwegian have better quality/price than Costa Crociere?.... mmmmm

[@elvira4962]

Enjoyed the video Beans. You probably said (and did) what every first time cruiser did or said. So enoy your vlogs, videos, or whatever they call them. Little Noah gets cuter and cuter every day❤❤

[@TravelBeans]

So glad to hear you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching and for the lovely comment 😊🙏

[@pattyr6616]

“ and we’ve been to Delhi “😂

[@mattbaker5364]

Embarkation day is always crazy, and they had you board in the basement. Most cruise lines have you board via an elevated platform into the main hall. Not the best first impression for sure, but you at least booked a balcony room. It's the one thing I tell people who are considering a cruise. Spend the extra money for the balcony.

[@chetbal]

I love your positive attitude towards the hardship you face.

[@robinwarner3332]

hardship?

[@matthijs73]

please do a coop with Emma Cruises, that would be the best content!

[@jans3133]

I agree, I think Emma could give you some great advice. She likes to be a budget cruiser but always seems to make the most of the cheaper rooms, cruise ships. I personally like Celebrity for food, service and the relatively calm atmosphere. We can always find a calm place to get away from the crowds and enjoy peace and quite.

[@sololife1968]

Emma is fabulous.

[@terrorbulyfe]

Yes! Hook up with Emma. She will definitely steer them in the right direction!

[@johngailor]

Yes Emma cruises would be a great place to look for the best cruise for you.

[@stuartmartin6823]

100% this!

[@icecreamconn5948]

Great content guys 😊

[@TravelBeans]

Glad to hear you enjoyed it!

[@Pixief13]

I hope there’s another part to this cruise journey I loved watching this 😊

[@kimberlyjarvis3439]

Thank yaw. Even on 4th of July.? I was so surprised and very happy very happy yaw still did a video! Thank you so much ❤ oh. Loved how yaw went back and forth from the different times. Great job. 🎉

[@katenl8976]

4th of July isn't a world wide holiday.

[@dibberbats]

@@katenl8976 Came here to say the same! It means nothing to any country outside of the US!

[@SherryAnnOfTheWest]

Yes ... when you first get on a ship take the stairs up a deck or two and it's much easier to get a lift. EVERYbody congregates on the bottom because no one wants to walk the stairs. Embarkation day is often a faff ... but once you get into your cabin, grab a glass of wine or a cocktail at one of the bars, take it to your cabin balcony and watch the waves.....while your baby sleeps. Veteran of 20+ cruises .... I love them.

[@TravelBeans]

Good to know!

[@jillr759]

Where I would be for the whole trip. On the balcony. No wonder so many jump. I get it now.

[@ruthmcsweeney179]

Embarkation is always busy! Lifts are always packed etc. but when you get on that balcony and the water starts passing you by, it is magic! I would never cruise without a balcony. I’ve cruised Royal Caribbean and MSC and Royal is definitely my favourite. Not as ‘party’ as Carnival & Costa. For a less crowded cruise with a more chilled pace, then you should try Celebrity or Princess ☺️ But if you are going to cruise again then there is 1 lesson you need to learn…. It’s a Ship not a boat. Seasoned cruisers get very irritated about that 😂😂😂😂😂

[@pileofstuff]

Also, there's usually lifts/elevators at the front and back that aren't usually quite as busy on day 1, in addition to the really busy ones in the middle of the ship.

[@cherylbrunette2490]

​@@jillr759😂

[@bymyhandsworked]

We have only been on sporadic cruises (mostly with our parents and with groups), but in my experience, it really is important to consider who the line targets to sail with them. Some highly rated lines are primarily oriented at adult travelers--that probably isn't your best choice. I believe Royal Caribbean and Disney feature nursery care on some ships--allowing you to treat yourselves to a date night, for a babysitting fee. That said, the cruise experience is designed as a pre-fab experience. However, sometimes, the convenience of a room you don't have to pack and move from at every destination, the availability of accessibility, and the opportunity to have a multigenerational experience--is just the holiday you need. YMMV.

[@jeannig7565]

It is a delight watching the three of you experience new adventures even when it isn't so great. You bear up well under the circumstances and find a way thru it.

[@arielathome320]

I LOVE this so much! Can’t wait to see more cruises from you guys in the future! ❤

[@roshi98]

Wait...he's walking??? That's awesome!

[@TravelBeans]

Yes! He's been walking for a few months now - although it's more like running than walking these days 😂

[@DannieO2018]

@@TravelBeans the fun begins now my youngest is Noah’s age I was pregnant at same time as you

[@nucavalcanti]

Hahahahaha this video came just at the right time. Have been considering booking a crush for my 30th bday in September 😅😂

[@nucavalcanti]

Booking a cruise*

[@TravelBeans]

haha sounds perfect! Just make sure to check the reviews *before* booking - unlike us! 😂

[@petgranny194]

Try a river cruise. Less hectic.

[@nucavalcanti]

Good idea! Thanks for the tip

[@cherylbrunette2490]

​@nucavalcant just to let you know, next time you make a typo, click on the 3 dots in upper right hand corner, click edit and you can fix your mistake.

[@MultiCorker]

It was really nice having a first time cruiser POV....I relived the excitement of my first cruise and honestly I have been on many all over the world but never have I got that first time cruise level of excitement again. I think you did very well in dealing with the discomfort at times that boarding day entails...no matter what line you cruise with. Fantastic attitude and resulting video, I really enjoyed it guys. Well done!

[@joyce52]

You need to get in touch with Emma Cruise, she is a young lady and so sweet and a travel agent in England. She is online and I have been following her for years now. She is very versed on all the European cruising. She would never steer you wrong. She is constantly trying different cruises and knows it all. I go through AAA Travel to book mine. If you just follow her, she will give you all sorts of ideas. I have been cruising for years and love it and my first cruise was in 1966, so imagine being on something a little better than a ferry. That was it and I fell in love with cruising, so don't give up. Emma will show you all her adventures. By the way, I was only 21 on my first cruise and that ship was like a ferry, but smaller. HA HA It was the S.S. Oceanic and I wish I could send a photo or two. You would die laughing at the two of us (another girl I worked with) on formal night. I have been on many cruises and am leaving on Sunday on Celebrity Eclise. I go alone now, through AAA Travel. I hope you make it through this one. Looks interesting. HUMMMMMM

[@dibberbats]

Emma isn’t a TA, her friend is😊

[@Patricia-ps4yh]

I have never wanted to be stuck on a floating petri dish with a bunch of strangers, but to each his own. I watch you guys regardless because you always brighten my day!!🥰

[@brianfisher9315]

Beautiful family, happy child makes happy mom and dad, and when Noah gets older he will buy you a cruise to his heart forever land 😊

[@jayb429]

I had never been on a cruise and booked one late one night, after a few glasses of wine. The next morning I read the reviews which were horrific! I have to say I was a little worried before boarding, but it was amazing! I can't imagine what the people were thinking when they wrote their reviews. I went on four more within a few months. Its a great way to travel!

[@JulieWilkie-qb6uw]

I have been a few times on Royal Caribbean. Well organised, you don't take your case on board yourselves. digital displays screen showing what's on and where. We usually go in May and it certainly isn't as crowded as that. Maybe because its an Italian company, its more laid back. Look at ftn videos. Honestly it can be a lot of fun!

[@giuliannakesler8837]

Agree! Royal to relax. We love cruising with Royal Caribbean. While my kids are teens, there is childcare included with RC as well. Lots of cozy lounges to relax with a book.

[@lynniev]

I never find you negative. I so appreciate how real you guys are!!

[@laurahunter1690]

I loved this! You guys are so likeable.

[@karens2372]

This video is exactly why we ❤ the beans!

[@hlrapoza]

Yeah - that's looks like a cluster. Too many people.

[@marlam1288]

We were married on a Cruise Ship…out of Miami,Florida. We will be celebrating our 29th wedding anniversary this year. ❤❤❤

[@TravelBeans]

Congratulations! 🎊❤

[@paulamccarthy8197]

Happy anniversary 🎉

[@DannieO2018]

Happy anniversary guys

[@marlam1288]

@@DannieO2018 Thank you!

[@charrski2918]

I only cruised once so far and I am hooked. I think the whole atmosphere is fun and I can't wait to try it again. I went on the Royal Caribbean and thought it was fantastic.

[@stephengiunta1564]

We’ve loved you two for years. It hit me today, watching the video, that the baby looks like a little Winston Churchill - love it 😍

[@rodneygentzel4581]

I have to tell you.I never cruised before myself before 2024, but you never go for the least.Expensive.The more you spend honestly the way better it is. We'll be leaving on our third cruise this year over Christmas. Royal Caribbean all the way. Check out the ship its the biggest Utopia of the seas.

[@elaineandkeithiom]

Seasoned cruiser here, I’d never go near costa! Don’t let a bad cruise line put you off.

[@ErinTutt]

You guys always bring some humor to your videos and I love it! Emma has the best laugh and Alex has the best facial expressions. Lol. Noah is getting so big! Sweet little man. Love it! Looking forward to the next video to see how you get on. 😊

[@TheKaru63]

Never been on a cruise either but loving your spacious room & fab balcony! So good to go back to with kids also to have coffee & wine on!

[@TheKaru63]

Other than that it looks crazy !! 😜

[@lightwarrior432]

Don’t let anyone hear you cal it a BOAT 😁

[@TravelBeans]

Oh no! haha I knew we'd say something wrong... Please be kind KZbin viewers 🙏 we are new to this! 😂

[@EscapeAdventureswithRobinSteve]

@@TravelBeansyes your get a lot of “ship” unless you call it a ship!

[@awells70]

This is why you use a travel advisor

[@creativecouture1]

You two crack me up!! Loved this one! I’ve never cruised but I just might now!! ❤❤😂

[@michellecaselton4647]

Your laughter through it all is great... Never been on a cruise but do want to... Was thinking of a Christmas Market one though 🤔... Hope you enjoyed the rest of it 😂 Love Noah, hes getting so big xxx

[@susant236]

Are there Christmas Market cruises?

[@michellecaselton4647]

@@susant236 that's what I've heard, but I personally haven't looked into yet... 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@michellecaselton4647]

@@susant236 as in it takes you to the places where there are Christmas markets...

[@CLFL14256]

@@michellecaselton4647 I think they are around the Baltic Sea. Germany, Poland, Lithuania, etc. A bit "hot" with the Russian antics at the mo

[@bigblue1287]

Congrats on the new home for that baby. 🎉 Stability is everything for a child ❤

[@seascape185]

He’s a baby !

[@jillr759]

@@seascape185exactly! Routine stability 100%

[@bigblue1287]

@@seascape185 That's so wonderful you said that. Does she realize how immature he is? And how unstable he is???. And that kind of guy does not bring out the best of a woman!

[@CLFL14256]

@@bigblue1287 what are you on? Whatever it is, get off it

[@bigblue1287]

@@CLFL14256 I'm so high on reality it isn't even funny. You should try it sometime.

[@cathylewis2181]

There's a guy that has a KZbin channel just about cruises and his overall assessment is that the smaller cruises, meaning the smaller boats and thus fewer people, are usually the best. Especially if you don't like crowds. But it's fun watching you guys no matter what the experience. Not a great choice if you're trying to get into a healthy lifestyle. But I still love you! ❤❤😮

[@lucymartyn8205]

Oh my gosh couldn’t stop laughing at the beginning of your blog!! Your baby is so adorable and walking love you guys lots from Canada🇨🇦🇨🇦👍👍❤️❤️

[@randomoto928]

I remain unconvinced taking a cruise is something I should ever try, but I admire your intrepid spirit! Also, the look on Emma's face when the key card fails @8:52 is priceless. Thanks for sharing.

[@wrldtrvlr7246]

I never had to drag my own luggage aboard a ship. There is someone called a porter who carries your luggage aboard.

[@TravelBeans]

I'm glad to hear that we weren't crazy to think that this seemed strange 😂 It certainly would have made the whole experience SO much better - especially with the heat and caring for Noah at the same time

[@neresq]

@@TravelBeans You can give your luggage to the porter and then the ship's crew will deliver it to your cabin. But that can take hours - if it even gets there at all. So we always bring our own luggage aboard and then walk to either the forward or aft elevators (not the midship crowded ones) to get to our cabin's deck.

[@wrldtrvlr7246]

@@neresq They had carry-on bags that probably all of Noah's needs packed so they could have handed over the main bags and gone to the buffet. But you are correct that it is better to use the elevators away from the embarkation point.

[@neresq]

@@wrldtrvlr7246 They said they had all of their luggage with them and didn't know about checking it with porters.

[@bonniehollingsworth1996]

Wherever you go with an active toddler, invest in a harness with a leash. 😮 True. It will lower your blood pressure just knowing he cannot get too far away. You may get the odd stare or rude comment, but it’s worth the peace of mind. Our son loved it because it also gave him limits that helped him relax knowing Mum and Dad were not far away. It’s a child’s harness - not a dog harness! Amazon has everything (but you probably won’t have a blue van pull up to the cruise ship 🛳️ tomorrow!) Love how Noah gets around like a trooper! What a kid! What a Dad to give up alcohol! If you can do that on a cruise ship, you can do it anywhere! Emma, you’re a wonderful mother and your boys are lucky that they chose you!

[@maemae1770]

I’m glad you were specific about the “child” (not “dog”) harness, because remember there was the “dog” bed situation in the van….😉

[@pamelaruben4644]

Your good humour is commendable.

[@AbilityToBeAwesome]

The cruise community is so supportive and fun! I hope someday you host a meet up on a cruise that would be so much fun! I am not a cruise channel but we done a few and enjoyed it. I’m in no hurry to do Carnival again but we want to shell out some cash for a Disney theme cruise maybe.

[@jml4774]

You went on two cruises...your first, and your last!

[@TravelBeans]

😂