What I Love About Cruising 🛳️ A Full Time Traveler’s Perspective

I have been traveling full time for over 5 years now. I have traveled lots of different ways. Today I discuss what I love about cruising from a full time traveler’s perspective!
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[wunderwriter]

I love pretty much everything about cruising, but a real standout positive for my husband and myself is not having to make meal reservations, get up, get dressed, take the rental car somewhere we’ve never been before, pay for parking, wait in line, eat a meal that may or may not be what we expected and a price we definitely weren’t expecting, then reverse the process to get back to our hotel only to have to do it again a few hours later. I hate having to get showered and dressed just to snag a decent cup of coffee, and sometimes we just prefer sitting on our balcony enjoying room service. Not dealing with car rental companies, driving, parking and trying to find good restaurants two or three times a day (or god forbid having to grocery shop and then do all the prep and clean up myself), is the number one aspect of cruising that makes it a real vacation for me.

[lisajoyphillips]

Another aspect of cruising is meeting the international staff on most ships. Wonderful caring and hardworking people.

I’m sure you get to know many of the staff quite well over your long itineraries.

[RedStickHistorian]

My retirement goal is to have fewer and fewer things I have to do and more and more things I want to do. Congratulations on the weight loss, you look great. I admire your self-control.

[cchoi]

I swore I would never go on a cruise, but you're making it sound really awesome. No planning. No cooking. No cleaning. Tons of options. Wake up somewhere new everyday. Ocean Sun rises and sunsets. Wow.

[Peacedragon-rpin]

my second trip up there was on the Royal Caribbean cruise ship. 7 days up. Dropped off at Petersburg AK. Then took a plane home. We each had a room.
I got a tour of the ship; being intrigued by the ship. The Ship captain enjoyed showing me around.

[SIGtheSoloCruiser]

Congratulations on the weight loss! I'm sure you're feeling great. This is inspiring because I do expect to gain weight whenever I cruise. I need to change my mindset. And I'm with you on a lot of points about solo cruising. The best to me is not living by a schedule, being able to change my mind and not argue or have anyone else upset, not having to dress up (I rarely do MDR), feeling safe in being up late if I want, and yes, touching base in many countries without the flights!

[sf]

You totally nailed it!!! We were laughing because everything you said is exactly what we think. Also, we love the AMAZING crew members!!!! Where else can you get such wonderful service?

[designdoctor]

Agree w each item u listed and....breathing the FRESH HEALING Sea air 😊

[selenajg]

You should do a video about the healthy meals you’re eating

[ShirleyMarie]

I agree about being healthy on a cruise--I find it easier than a land trip. Great video.

[rogerlewis]

Thanks! for your videos, I began watching back in your Travato days (as we were considering downsizing from a 40’ Winnebago). Your content is great and I’ve found it, quite informative.
I’m a little surprised more retirees don’t consider “cruising” over a senior retirement center or assisted living (when a person really doesn’t require assistance). The cost/benefits of cruising would outweigh being “planted” in one place for some of a person’s remaining somewhat active years.
BTW, we did downsize, but even more extreme — we sold the 40-footer and bought a Suburban, removed the 2nd row seats, put in a full mattress, bought some storage bins and have a tent that couples to the lift gate. No more questions about repairs — delays in service times and parts — we can go pretty much anywhere for our camping, hiking and biking. We’ve been using the Suburban almost three years and have found the experience liberating.
Now, if I could get my wife to buy-in to the cruising thing, we would have these senior years covered with fulfilling experiences.

[vickivandervegt]

Thank you for addressing the negative "superficial" perception! As experienced cruises, we hear this alot and it is so frustrating. We cruise because it is one form of travel that is very doable from my breathing compromised husbands perspective. We do exactly what you suggested - reseach the ports, find off the path attractions and try to have conversations with local folks and learn about their lives. We do vacation other ways as well however cruising is a favorite. Great video!

[debiwillis]

The way i look at cruising ports is discovering new places and deciding if you want to return for a longer time to explore! Meanwhile you arent having to drive, pack and unpack at each destination etc. Its just a nice relaxing vacation that most American need as our lives are so hectic and stressed

[dogthewalker]

7:25 Totally agree. Doing the walking and healthy food options seems to keep the pounds off.

[silviaeastonborges]

“Cartagena” doesn’t have an “N” with a wavy line on top so it’s said CARTAGENA” … “N” as in Nancy (see 12 sec mark)

[minnesotamiki]

Nice job in dispelling myths and sharing what you enjoy about cruise life!👏🏽⚓️🚢

[charlietemple]

Thanks for the video's! Retired AO missing the sea. Will be doing my first civilian cruise on the HAL Rotterdam in the Gulf and then a Transatlantic cruise on the NCL Getaway a few weeks later. Your video's are spot on and full of useful information. Thanks for sharing!

[marleencaswell]

You have given us the ideas of new eating and exercise goals on our upcoming cruises. My husband just lost 50 pounds and we don’t want any of that going back on! You gave us the inspiration that we could do cruising and keep this healthy lifestyle. You have done great to lose your weight so quickly. It’s all in how you look at opportunities. 😊

[wendingourway]

Pretty hard to beat the fact that once you pay, it's all done! The choices are always amazing! Cruising is one of those first things I will be doing when I am able. Awesome!!

[armypman]

Chief, we like what you presen! Keep it up!!