We had NO IDEA what we were getting ourselves into…

[@PL-mu1cp]

Congratulations on passing 50K subscribers. I still think you boys should have well over 100K. I have been a subscriber for years. You guys give the best ship and cabin tours.

[@JJCruise]

Aww thank you!! 🤗❤️

[@hollypotter6989]

You must have laughed all the way back to the ship. Giggling every time you look at each other. Have you looked at each other and asked "do you need anything else??" Wink wink. My husband and I would still be laughing years later. 😂

[@kathleentrindade9193]

I grew up in Nevada. Your description of the brothel was spot on. I don't think I have laughed this hard for a long time.

[@hopegold883]

Great story telling. I was 😂 from about 2:00 in.

[@hopegold883]

The clipboard. . . 🤭

[@RiverWoods111]

The clipboard clued me in, but then again, I lived in Nevada for many years. OMG! This was funny.

[@michaeljohndennis2231]

I think I’d like to meet some hunk on a cruise - especially some handsome Italian hunks ❤❤❤❤❤

[@GTKJNow]

@@hopegold883 Story time will be short lived compared to over a trillion years of eternal live or eternal punishment. What's worse being a Sodomite or an Whore?

[@RobertaHanscom]

1973. My husband was based in Thailand during the Vietnam conflict. He had a night in Bangkok waiting for a flight to the US. He and a friend were directed to a similar establishment. As with you the type of work there eventually dawned upon them. I learned the story the following day. He entertained myself and a labor room of attendants at the hospital while waiting for our son to be born. His descriptions of people were more “military” and less media appropriate than your description! Your story brought great smiles to me.

[@civwar054]

I thank him for his service. ❤️

[@RobertaHanscom]

@civwar054. When he returned from SE Asia he was ridiculed for having served, including being spit upon. He proudly wore his uniform for over 20 years. He had a blue jacket with Senior Navigator Wings and the Vietnam conflict ribbon. Time had changed and he was pleased with folks who responded as you did. Thank you for recognizing the service of years. Are you a Civil War historian?

[@AllieSoni]

I love how respectful you were in telling the story ❤

[@JJCruise]

We love traveling the world and experiencing the diversity in cultures! ❤️

[@eticketdream]

This is hillarious. So yes Jamaica. We were staying at a small all inclusive and decided to walk to Ricks for a drink. On the walk back a local asked us if we want to see his herb garden. Thinking it was weed we went with him to his very real all herb garden on his rooftop. No weed. 😂😂😂

[@fogtownrog]

Something similar happened to me in Bangkok. I had arrived there one evening dropped my bag in the hotel room and wanted to go out and see The town. I approached the doorman and asked him to arrange a car and driver for me to see the town: Bangkok by Night. Well, the driver took me to this place on a side street and suggested that I go in and see the club. So I go in and there were a dozen beautiful girls sitting on risers behind plate glass. Each girl had a number. So I assumed I was in a house of prostitution and chuckled and walked out. I told the driver this isn’t what I had in mind so we drove off and saw a couple of sights and again he turned into an ally and told me to go in and check this club out. Same thing. While I was glad I had seen these luxurious houses of ill repute, I had enough. So I told the driver that I was hungry for something else: dinner. I told him I would be honored if he’d be my guest and he took me to a floating restaurant and we had the best dinner. We had a great time, and he apologized for wasting my time earlier in the evening. I told him it wasn’t a waste as I had never seen anything like that before.

[@JJCruise]

It’s a unique experience that’s for sure! 😅

[@vinquinn]

That was a soapy massage parlor. They are common in Bangkok.

[@BernhardSchwarz-xs8kp]

The fact is - humans are what they are. Some are good, some not so good. You obviously were lucky to find an exceptionally good one. In general - don't try to push your luck. All these drivers are "employees" and work for a boos. And his boss has connections in all the places where he was supposed to "dump you" and get his kickback. The driver getting a good meal instead probably also got him fired. Since his boss is not getting a kickback on that deal.

[@RitaBurnop]

That story is too funny and a good reminder that we need to be aware of local culture when we are in other countries

[@maryjoambrozia4180]

Oh Jordan this is one of the best stories you guys have ever told! Too funny

[@donnaschuepbach3830]

I think you're very wise not to be demonstrative with each other, until you know the culture of the area you are visiting. Glad it worked out!

[@angelinatana]

Sometimes you don’t have to be demonstrative you can just tell

[@nurzebetty692]

To bed we go is wild 😂😂😂😂😂. Glad everything was ok, this was a great story!

[@JJCruise]

We went to our own bed instead 😂

[@ritaadams784]

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[@MarylandWriter]

I just stumbled across your video and laughed my head off. This was a GREAT story. And you have a brand new subscriber!

[@michellnav]

Great story & I'm glad everything turned out okay. I'm married to an Air Force guy & he's always leary of going off the beaten path. There is a limit of how far to go!

[@stacyellis6314]

Crazy story! And perfect execution. You made my husband and I both laugh out loud. Well done. Thanks for sharing:) You've gained a new subscriber.

[@Trekkyygirl]

I have to say, that you’re an awesome teller of stories hahaha. As you were speaking, I had the grin happening, and laughed when you realised. Thanks guys. Great story :). And great message too

[@sueevans7172]

Wow, that's crazy. When I was younger, I was in Bogota, Colombia and was approached by several men who in broken English kept telling me I was cute. It was creepy so in the future I walked around with a guy from our group. We passed an old lady sitting in front of her store with her walking stick. As we walked by, she hit me in the rear and was yelling at me in Spanish. I had no idea, but was later told because I was walking alone with a guy, she thought I was a prostitute. From then on, we walked with a group. Welcome to not understanding the customs of Bogota.😂

[@QueenKayKay47]

I went solo, and didn't have any issues!

[@iversonjcameron]

medillin colombia....parque lleras....goin back for the 8th time in june.....youtube it

[@badgerattoadhall]

Wow young people are ,"creeped out" so easy.

[@carolinah2857]

The problem is not Bogotá is where you were and walk around. Sadly as many other world capitals, Bogotá have some zones called “tolerance zone” where prostitution is legal, or lgtqb+ areas. If you where in an specific area of Chapinero that is a lgtqb area and there is a lot of prostitution too.

[@terrifromm5085]

Jordan and Jared unintentionally visit a house of ill repute. Too funny. This is a story you both can tell for years to come.

[@sharonla8071]

Many decades sgo, I had an experience in NY that made me much more careful when I travel. I went to an afternoon show in the theater district but it was dark when it finished. I turned the wrong way on a street I can't remember and headed south. There were lots of people around so I felt safe but gradually, they all disappeared and I was alone on the street. I was at 33rd St which at the time was a very dangerous drug area. Luckily a cab came by and I got out of there. It was a good lesson. Even in cities you think you know, be aware of your surroundings.

[@kathyazzarito5950]

This is a funny story. Great suggestion to look up establishments first. Thank you for sharing! I really value your honesty in all of your videos.

[@carolhauschild949]

Your story really had me laughing. Glad all turned out well! Great story!

[@BernhardSchwarz-xs8kp]

Yes - his story is laughable - since it is fake.

[@Lindarianmusic]

Thank you for sharing, JJ Cruise: Great story and valuable advice for cruising, this can happen to anyone. I agree with you about sticking to the main streets for safety sake. -All my best always

[@PowderPuff_]

Wow, talk about a complete narrative from beginning to end.. Now that’s phenomenal ❤️, Wow!!

[@JeffreyStockard]

Do not take this wrong….i think this is a humorous and wonderful story for the two of you. Use it for laughs or use it for business (i.e. be mindful of your surroundings, very where your going, etc). In other words life lived to your fullest always leads to unexpected events or situations. You handled this well, have a marvelous story to share and you guys have a memory that no body can ever take away from you.

[@KS-kr4ok]

sometimes American's get drugged late at night so they can be robbed. The guy who sent you there would get a commission. You were super lucky that did not happen. Do not take suggestions from locals at night in other countries. They will tell you what you want to hear and usually have ulterior motives. You were lucky. Be safe.

[@tiffanycroone8454]

I totally agree…I was in the Army and stationed in Europe…I am aware first hand of this happening. There were places we weee forbidden to go because of the potential risk/harm.

[@Donabate2]

Americans are not the only tourists that get robbed in the world.

[@donnapee8402]

@@tiffanycroone8454 or naybe Detroit Michigan

[@midwestkatie4]

Absolutely agree. You dodged a bullet, there boys.

[@abmindprof]

Depends a lot on the country. I've heard of those things happening in Greece, but not, for example, in France, Spain, or Portugal. You can get robbed there, but it's more like pickpockets, car break-ins, or muggings.

[@Romy080]

I LOVE your Chanel so much !! Thank you for the info you provide all the time ,it really helped me a lot with my trips . Have a blessed day 🦋

[@debracalliss5958]

Wow. Did they have the wrong customers! Very funny. I am happy you got out of there safely. I am sure you had a good laugh when you were back on the ship.

[@JJCruise]

Oh absolutely! 😂

[@danielintheantipodes6741]

That was certainly an experience! They are legal here also, but usually very obvious. Thank you for the video!

[@crystalBcruisin]

"To bed we go"😂 I need to hear this story again on the Cruise Diaries, but in full unedited details🤣

[@scottwhite2626]

Your story is hysterical! Thanks for the great tips. I'll be sure to remember.

[@empowercarole11]

Too Too FUNNY!! Thanks so much for sharing your vulnerability with us. It's a good laugh but a lesson as well!

[@gqcwby]

Great story. Reminds me when I visited a place in Dominican Republic. Was in a gift store trying the mamajuana. A younger kid in the store decided to be our tour guide by his choice. He walked us down the street to a bar. When we walked in we saw women sitting around the circular bar looking at us like they were vulchers and we were their pray. We finished our drinks quite fast and left.

[@chriswilliams6568]

Prostitutes are only everywhere because of the history of what men want, if there was no market for them, they would do something else to earn a crust.

[@suzkstein]

No harm no foul and now you have a great story to tell. Another great adventure.

[@happytravelsbyangela]

Truly appreciated the history and education. Thank you! Refreshing and enlightening content.

[@JJCruise]

Thanks for watching! 🤗

[@TheJohnebey]

LOL, many lessons in life are learned like this. I appreciate what you said about brothels in Greece, I would not feel scared, but very awkward until I could get out :)

[@laurelfrey2018]

Thank you for the wonderful commentary. I have enjoyed the stories but most of all the sound recording of you telling the stories is just terrific. Keep it up! Wonderful editing. ✍ Laurel

[@curunduraj]

No harm, no foul...made for a good story. The world is an interesting place to live.

[@ruthbickerstaffe1915]

This is funny. I have never been to Greece but had no idea this type of thing went on. I am glad you got back to the Ship safely

[@JJCruise]

We had a good laugh that’s for sure! 😂

[@chriswilliams6568]

It goes on everywhere, why don’t you know this. People are the same everywhere.

[@macpduff2119]

Ha ha. When I was a college student near the Canadian border, my girlfriends and I took a bus trip to Montreal. We were poor students so we asked the bus driver to recommend a cheap hotel for the night. It was late at night. When the old brownstone entry was opened, an older lady in a house robe greeted us in French, and immediately started stroking my friends fishnet stocking (they were in style mid '60's). "Odd". There was no check-in desk. The woman just asked us how long we were staying and asked us to pay her in cash. "Odd" again we thought. Then we noticed couples going up and down the ornate Victorian staircase without luggage. All night we heard people coming and going from the other 4 or 5 bedrooms. They were only staying for an hour or two. FINALLY we got the message and left as soon as the sun rose😄

[@Ali-vz1uv]

You guys have a great energy and joy - I really love your posts and your advice !

[@JJCruise]

Aww thanks for watching!

[@AndrewLumsden]

Oh, what a missed opportunity, Where is this place? What is iit called, and can you give the specific address, so I can check it out? 😂

[@imdollyc]

You guys crack me up! ROFL - Love your stories. Good to know you didn't want 'anything else".

[@mattiemathis9549]

Upon disembarking in Jamaica a gal came up and was joking with me about being a party girl. (I had a mohawk at the time). She asked me if I liked to party and I said hell yeah! Then she showed me weed, marijuana, cannabis, the jolly green giant! I was blown away! I was so excited that someone finally offered me drugs so I could just say no. 😂😂😂😂

[@palmersonholiday]

Lol so funny. This is a story you will remember for many, many years. Reminds me of one I have from my early 20s in Kings Cross Sydney. Thank goodness it was funny also. I wonder what the Trip Advisor reviews would say about your “nightclub”.

[@markwhite0485]

Probably my favorite video you’ve done. Very funny.

[@Cindycarnes1971]

You produce such great videos, Jordan! You know how to tell a story well, you give great advice, and although well-produced and absolutely professional-feeling, your videos often give the feel of just getting travel advice from a friend about. So happy you’ve been able to turn your passion for travel into a job - great for us, great for you! I don’t often “subscribe” to KZbin channels, but I’m officially a subscriber now…our first cruise sets sail two weeks from yesterday! Thanks for all of the great pointers and tips that have helped me prepare for it! - Cindy

[@JJCruise]

Thank you so much for this kind comment Cindy!

[@bobbiemitch]

Oh how funny. I was a sailor back in the late '60's. And yes, at nearly every Pacific port, one walked right into "sailor town." Some more notorious than others, but it didn't take long to recognize the establishment and prices.

[@RUTHNaralocnik]

Thank you for sharing your warning and story it made me laugh. Life is an adventure!

[@marygoodwin3814]

You guys are instantly likeable!! I rarely do a 'subscribe' before I've even heard the content, but as soon as you popped on my screen, I couldn't help it!

[@JJCruise]

Aww thank you! 🥰

[@davidhurwitz2291]

We don’t wander around foreign ports at night. We are cruisers. We did have an overnight in Aruba a few years ago. We met up with some New Jersey friends who were staying at a hotel on the island. We had a lovely dinner and took a taxi back to the ship around 10:00 pm. Glad you are both OK.

[@maryhoward4219]

I booked less expensive hotel across the Plaza from a Hilton… ooops! Mirror on the ceiling above bidet in room, elevator cage running all night…yep a bordello in Brussels

[@loungelizard1975]

Sounds like fun! 🎉 I’m hetro but OMG, I would have wanted to check this place out!

[@lisaanderson8235]

Oh. Oh my goodness!🤭This is QUITE the travel story. The naivete is just adorable and understandable and then "to bed we go"😂

[@nonnauu3977]

Seriously laughing at the experience you had! Just shows that when you let your guard down that anything can happen. Glad it turned out to be just a funny memory maker for you.

[@sandrawinchester6321]

Loved this story! I was literally laughing out loud!!!

[@kirstenschwendiman2010]

I’m so sorry y’all had to learn a lesson like that!😳 Hope the rest of your vacay wasn’t ruined, and y’all were able to laugh about it after awhile. I really enjoy your videos…keep up the great work! Thank you and have a great day.😊

[@nicelady51]

My then husband and I were on a lovely holiday in Bermuda. We decided to take a hike along the Great Bermuda Railway Trail system. It is a well maintained, defunct rail system, all remnants of rails removed. We passed back yards, farms, fields, and lush vegetation. One thing that is prevalent on the island is the burning of plant matter that is constantly being cut, felled, and trimmed. We were quite a ways in on the trail when we saw a couple figures sitting beside the trail. As we got very close, we noticed they each had a machete. We smiled, nodded, said hello, and kept on walking. We must have been the most pure white people anyone has ever seen, since the blood had completely drained from our faces. Meeting banana field workers was a memorable part of that holiday, for sure. Lovely people ❤

[@pamelabrauer9450]

Hilarious. But the next time if the apparent owner appears in a nightgown, that might be a warning sign! 😂😂 But, you have to admit, it makes a great story. And you’re both OK so that’s what matters.🥰

[@JJCruise]

That could be a sign! 😂

[@katiekendrick8866]

Wow! I am glad you got out of there safely! You guys need to write a book about your crazy cruise adventures! 🥰🥰

[@GoingGreenMom]

Holy cow, what a story! Glad it was at least something fairly well regulated and not putting you in major danger.

[@kouklakee]

WoW ! What a story ! I do know that ! Thank you for the lesson! Geez !

[@deemacha1962]

Hillarious story, thanks for sharing!!

[@niico76]

Dad said the Army told them to watch out for this in 1972. They were in Germany but said to be careful in any red light district, especially in Amsterdam. Just FYI...

[@arlenekraft]

That is hysterical! If only you would have included your new friend Don Terris, from the ship. I'm guessing he would have fainted. I do think his mention of you in his videos has been good advertising for your channel, and probably accounts for some of the bump in your followers. I enjoy your videos.

[@JJCruise]

This was while we were on Celebrity Infinity the week before Sun Princess but we would have loved to see Don’s Reaction if he was there too! 😂

[@sherrydarnell7812]

Lesson Learned! Ha! Glad you got back to the ship ok!

[@machellekennedy2199]

Omg!! Great story!! Wow!!

[@indianasunshine833]

I was active duty army stationed a little outside Stuttgart Germany. This happened in 1991. A bunch of us went downtown Stuttgart to the discos and were dancing the night away. On the way bank to the train station we came across this one place. Well, (we are both females) drunk roommate and I want to go in. We were young and fun. The bouncers said no. We were like we are not ugly. They had to explain it was a place for men to go and have fun. Later I found out it was a brothel. lol!!!

[@davidsavage6227]

“Blink-Blink….” gave me a good snicker. Everybody else always notices street-smart stuff and I am oblivious until later or a kick under the table! LOL

[@anncampbell5952]

Haliarious! Glad you made it back safe!

[@byemyself3166]

greeks speak greek in greece - wow, the world is a crazy place!

[@Blackjack691]

Thanks for a good laugh. Loved this story.

[@Janet-w2m]

Too funny! You just need to be safe in the future. Luckily nothing bad happened. ❤

[@kenyattaclay7666]

I lived in Germany for four years over 20 years ago. When I first moved there we had to go through two weeks of indoc where we would learn about the area, the culture, common phrases & things like that. They also told us to be aware of establishments that have “bar” in their names because they aren’t bars as Americans think of when we see bar in the name. Sometimes it was obvious like in Frankfurt where the women would be standing on balconies trying to wave guys inside but other times you had to be really careful because it was easy to mistakingly walk into one of those places.

[@diannechristino]

Great story to take with you! Love it!

[@skypcoleman7780]

Thank you! New to channel!

[@happycruiser]

I remember years ago on a Contiki tour in Amersterdam, my group wanted to go to a "bakery" late at night. I went along thinking pastries, I did not realize that the baked goods were laced with marjiuiana.

[@JJCruise]

😂 that’s great!

[@Gybing]

Space cookies!

[@Sparks_Alive]

What a fabulous story! I think that is awesome.

[@Keep-on-ok]

We love the Mediterranean. Our favorite cruise was 21 day cruise in Italy and Greece.

[@MrJimmyolson]

Great story!! You’d be fun to be around at a cool evening bonfire. Telling tales of your travels. Well done. Book writing??!!

[@Steven-er2bt]

Good story / video. I can relate because our youngest son has his Ph.D and is a Math prof at a university in the Netherlands. So the end result is that we look for cruises that start, end or are near Amsterdam. I work on an team that hires a lot of recent Engineering grads and a few of us "grizzled" veterans. The first thing the Newbies assume is that I'm going to Amsterdam for the drugs and hookers (if you knew me, you would truly laugh). I gently set them straight in an effiicient manner.

[@joanbarnhill6342]

Enjoy your videos. We have just started to cruise. Have done a Viking River Cruise in Europe and did a music Ocean cruise the past fall. Going on a NCL to Bermuda next month. I appreciate all your tips

[@brettswartz4382]

That's wild. While we haven't had an experience like that, on several occasions in foreign countries, people have assumed that my husband and I are brothers.

[@JJCruise]

Isn’t so funny how that’s the first assumption! 😂

[@carolemckibbon4586]

So, so very funny Guys. Great video. Really glad that you made it back to the ship safely. Even world travelers like you two can occasionally find yourselves in strange places.

[@sarapanzarella97]

‘A clipboard and a pen’ 🤣😂🤣 great story! Do you have any MUSIC venue recommendations for Vienna? Son is a jazz pianist so jazz would be bonus!

[@nascarmadman]

We also usually indulge in the local cuisine but we have found that the closer to the dock, the less quality the food has.

[@shetaz905]

Well, that's a giggle! Just subscribed.

[@bethsimpson1916]

I'm still laughing 😂. This will definitely be an experience you guys will relive for a long time. Can't make this stuff up. Hilarious!!

[@JJCruise]

We had such a great laugh afterwards too! 😂

[@BobMoore-tb9co]

It’s a funny story. The Rose Garden in Belize doesn’t have any flowers. It’s the same kind of place.

[@KS-kr4ok]

I think you need to watch the movie Hostel. It is about Americans who take suggestions from locals with bad motives while in Europe. Some people swear the story is based on true stories. We will never know. Best to not end up in such situations. Watch the movie if you dare.

[@deb7518]

That's like the second or third time I've randomly run across references to that movie online recently! Guess I'd better see it.

[@babybelle32a]

Great story and good advice.

[@fascinationmama]

Wow thanks for telling us

[@Wandau854]

Oh I’d love to tell you about a “boutique” hotel in Brooklyn!

[@twinkholland8392]

Bless you! Thank you for your story! Enjoyed and subscribed:)

[@sharronunger7053]

Good advice

[@mare4980]

Woo hoo!So glad I met you on the Disney Wonder!

[@Jo-AnneOliver]

Funny but glad you guys were safe!

[@Itspaigeytv]

Omg I did not know you played the piano. Is that you playing the piano in the outro of y’all’s videos??

[@JJCruise]

Yes! It is!! 🎹

[@dennisalexanderreilly8624]

LMAO, when I was 21, my twin sister and I did a 2 month tour of Europe. We drove from Stockholm to the Italian Riviera. We arrived in Genoa late at night, without a hotel room. So we basically used our Fodor's guide to find a pensionne for the night. We accidentally went to the wrong address, only to find this really nice woman who gave us a room for the night, unbeknownst to us, she was running a brothel. Hilarity ensued, with lots of arrivals and departures through the night. On the plus side, two really nice rooms with twin beds!

[@JJCruise]

Oh that is too funny!!! 😂😂

[@were-all-human9427]

.. got back to the ship..... and debriefed

[@CaraOleary]

That's so funny. I'd laugh about that one for weeks!!

[@Lovinlife0101]

Good suggestion about researching first and doing due diligence. But can I just say, hahahaha!!! I would have loved to be a fly on the wall at that establishment while you were there. 😅