As a cruiser, I LOVE HAL. I have been cruising with them since my 20's. I go for relaxation, interesting ports and the service. Impeccable Service. NO nickle and diming. I want a ship that is NOT an amusement park, a shopping mall, a herd service. I enjoy class, more mature crowd and NOT a huge partying and craziness atmosphere. I have met amazing people and we are booked again to go to Alaska in May. Also, my daughter , who is 22 CHOSE HAL to cruise on for the exact same reasons I mentioned. We adore the Indonesian and Filipino crew. As far as price, I found an incredible deal and it is 1/2 the price of some of the lines you mentioned. Happy Cruising!

5 star on HAL, my favorite cruise line. I'm not a senior citizen. However I don't need an amusement park on the top deck to enjoy a cruise. HAL's music walk is unmatched at sea. Yes the 3 new ships have more entertainment & activities. Food, Music, Itineraries & staff are the strengths on HAL!

I disagree with you about HAL. I LOVE HAL! Food is great, staff is great, music onboard is great, and the ports are fabulous. I cruise for the travel, for the ports, NOT for the ship. Other than being well-fed and entertained at night, I want to get off the ship and see the world. HAL's smaller ships can get into ports that the mega-ships can't.

HAL has some beautiful newer ships, like the Koningsdam. The food is generally pretty good, the staff are exceptional, and the vibe is pretty relaxed. Its a traditional type of cruise that offers more enriching itineraries than your usual caribbean booze cruise. They cater to audiophiles and music lovers. I love its absence of younger, rude people, screaming kids, water slides, etc. At 50, I did all that when my kids were younger. We want peace now. HAL delivers. Im with you on NCL. Embarking and disembarking are a nightmare, service wasn't great... It's basically for people who like to drink. I want more out of a vaca.

I went on the NCL Joy for a New England & Canada cruise last fall. I didn't feel nickle & dimed at all. We elected to upgrade our WIFI after we boarded, and gave an additional tip to our room steward due to excellent service, but other than that, didn't spend anything once on board. I don't recall any announcements at all about events they wanted to us attend. I loved it!

I'm a 4-star Mariner on Holland America, so I obviously like what they offer. Older, smaller ships can be a plus for travellers like me who don't want to be part of a small city, providing the cruise line maintains and updates them regularly (which HAL does). Also HAL's itineraries are much better than most, offering ports-of-call that are interesting and give varied travel experiences. Their superb Music Walk venues keep me happy and entertained, so I'm fine with paying a bit of a premium on the cruise fare. I'm sailing on a big Princess ship in a few week's time, so we'll see how my first time on this cruise line goes!

I love HAL and I’m only 53, I think Pinnacle class ships (newer) are wonderful. The quality of the food on HAL is amazing.

As a cruiser who just did his 80th cruise I have to say HAL is excellent. I last sailed on them March of last year on the Nieuw Statendam. The ship was gorgeous, the entertainment great, the staff was amazing and the food outstanding. I would absolutely recommend them unless you have children that must be constantly entertained. No water slides or other exciting rides. HAL is really for those who want to relax, have some good entertainment and food and sail to some wonderful ports.

We sailed in Holland Konnsigdam in 2023 and we had a blast . We are not in the age demographic you described and we still had a great time. The live music in the music walkway is awesome. Live rock music and when that's done , then live party/hip hop music in the BB Kings hall plays ... everyone was on the dance floor! Once that is done then duelling pianos starts on another stage for aing along fun. Good was also delicious, great service , friendly workers and probably the happiest cruisers I've ever met...and we've sailed princess, ncl , celebrity, regent, carnival and royal.

We love Holland and will be boarding shortly for a 9 day cruise. We are almost 4 star, so they are doing everything right for us. I love that the buffet crew serve you your choices in the line. It’s nice that 500 people haven’t touched that serving spoon before we did! Thanks for your reviews of your worst lines!

My favorite lines are Princess and HAL. We are starting to sail more on HAL because they offer itineraries that are different - and we prefer the smaller ships.

My husband and I love HAL. When we cruise, its the destination thats are important to us, not all the other bells and whistles like the other cruises have. HAL cruises are port heavy so the cruise ship is not the real star. We do love the food and the staff. You are actually able to relax on the ship however I do agree that the entertainment is pretty hokey.

HAL is amazing for folks who want a more traditional cruise experience. Interesting ports around the globe, smaller ships with more intimate venues, great service and well travelled, friendly passengers. I’ve travelled on all the major cruise lines multiple times and once I found HAL I’ve never gone back. Btw I started sailing in my 40s which is not the normal demographic but would rather be with interesting world travelers than listen to parents constantly talking about or yelling at their kids which was common on RCL, Carnival, NCL etc

HAL is my favorite cruise line. The staff are always wonderful, the food is great, I like their music options, and I am now handicapped and they were very helpful and considerate. You see fewer kids, and I don't need all the slides, race tracks, climbing walls, etc. I go to relax and visit unique ports.

We just got off our 2nd Holland cruise. We were on the Rotterdam for a 9 day Caribbean cruise and everything was wonderful. The food from the MDR to the buffet to the specialty restaurants was amazing!!! We had a fabulous time every night dancing in their Music walk! Please do another review because you are way way off!!!!

We have had great cruises with HAL. I like the Eurodam and also the newer ships. Most of all I love the food and their staff is terrific.

You are right on about HAL. I’ve cruised for 35 yers, I’m finished with dodge cars and roller coasters. I want a quieter, longer cruise cruise and HAL fits the bill.

I have had great experiences on MSC. On my last cruise the pizza was always excellent. Even at midnight there were lines for their pizza. Gelato is extra special too. All of my service experiences were excellent. Staff went above and beyond to make sure I was comfortable and my needs were met. Because I have a bad knee, the expedition agent made sure I always had the first seat on the bus for my excursions. She did this without me asking. I appreciate her thoughtfulness. I had à wonderful host in the dining room. It was always a treat to see his bright smilimg face when I went to eat. If I showed up for breakfast or lunch he always made sure I had English speaking guests to talk to. The man that cleaned my room was always asking me about my needs and wanting to give me more. I can't recommend the staff more highly. I cruise on the MSC Magnifica out of Spain.

We have mostly used HAL and stay in the Neptune suites. We were on their first sailing after Covid (from Athens) which was limited to 950 passengers! We love not dealing with all the kids. We have nine of our own grandkids. We travel for the excursions not the entertainment. The staff is what makes HAL so special.

HAL is one of my favorites after over 60 cruises, 7 continents and 80 countries. Besides destinations, longer cruisers, great food with the fresh fruit at sea they have superior lectures and talks. The music walk on the newer ships has something for everyone and the similar venues on older ships are catching up. If you like music and dancing ballroom and Latin it is the line to go with.

Have done one HAL to Alaska. was in my early 50 when I went. I do not need car races, water slides, etc.. The food and staff was great. I enjoyed the simple layouts of the ship.

We loved Holland America .

I agree on 5 of your 6 - not so much with Holland America. We were on the brand-new Rotterdam last year and the Maasdam in 2017. The food and service are top notch, and the new Music Walk has some fine entertainment.

Chacun a son gout -- everyone to their own taste. As a Certified Fuddy-Duddy I like HAL best. I don't need great shows. In fact, if I never hear "Tomorrow! Tomorrow! It's Onlee a dayyyyy awaaaaaay!" again I will be happy. I don't need waterslides, ice skating rinks, roller coasters, etc. etc. I want my money to go to attentive service, pleasant surroundings, good food, and good shore excursions. Oddly, we had a good experience on Costa. We had talked and talked about a Mediterranean Cruise, so our kids gave us one for Christmas one year. Of course they chose the one they could afford, which was Costa. It had all the faults you mention, but it had two virtues that made the experience enjoyable. First, the personnel were very pleasant. I was sick for the first couple of days due to something I ate in Atlanta. I know they were checking on me in case it was contagious, but they were so nice! They insisted I not worry about the mess in the bathroom and brought me water and tried to be sure I drank it. Friendly care makes good feelings. Second, the shore excursions, which were what we were on the cruise for, were excellent! And speaking of going the extra mile, when I got sick my husband went to the shore excursion desk and explained and they cancelled my reservation for the first shore excursion and refunded the cost! That was amazing! Oh, and Norwegian -- we have never been on them, but our daughter had a terrible experience with the kids' program. Very badly run.

I ve been on 16 NCL Cruises and NEVER EVER Felt like I had to guard my wallet!

I’ve been on Princess, Carnival, NCL, Royal Caribbean and most recently Celebrity and feel everyone is in the nickel and dime business. Beyond the cruise fare, onboard spending is a primary revenue stream. The cruise lines have all lost a ton of money over the pandemic and are clamoring to get you to spend, spend, spend. Pushing excursions, specialty dining, drink packages, spa services, art auctions, you name it your hard earned vacation dollars are the target 🎯

NCL is my favorite cruiseline. I find that it's pretty clear about what is extra. They're great for solos, which is me.

I agree with you on everything except Disney. My first cruise was on Disney, I've cruised on Disney more than any other cruise line, and I still have more fun on Disney than on any other cruise line. I don't think there is anything wrong with Disney; it's just a matter of whether or not it suits your personality. We went on a multi-generational cruise on Holland America, and to my surprise, my 81 year old father liked it the least of all of us! So again, I don't think it's a demographic thing; we had a lot of genuine complaints about a variety of issues on that cruise, from bad food, service issues, a messy dining room, and very disappointing entertainment. We were impressed at first glance, but the longer we were on it, the more problems we saw.

We like NCL because it fits are very laid back style of cruising. That being said, we certainly notice the constant sales pitches and avoid a few activities that sound fun because they are really just sales presentations in disguise.

We love HAL. It's quiet and calm. The Music Walk is wonderful. Love that the pool area can be covered during inclement weather. Service is top notch. Their ships are wonderful. They don't have carnival rides and water slides, but that's not what we cruise for. Food is excellent.

We’ve been on 2 Disney cruises with no kids and absolutely loved it. The food, entertainment and service was outstanding. The service for us was standout and lived up to the Disney standard. Your experiences seem to be different than many others from the comments on other cruise lines too.

My wife and I went on our first cruise in January, on Holland America Nieuw Statendam, we were not sure we would even like cruising, on the 7th morning before leaving we were both so incredibly sad it was over, loved the ship (if I want an amusement park I will go to 6 flags), loved the music, loved the food. Found a good deal on a Princess cruise in April and are we giving it a try, if Holland is near the bottom of the barrel as you suggest then we are in for a ton of great times in the future.

I am getting ready to embark on my 9th Disney cruise next week. I will say, the parks and the cruise line are completely different things- you can't really compare them. If you want a theme park at see, you for sure have to go with Icon of the Seas. I think HAL had great service, but my service on Disney has ALWAYS been far superior. Of course, my last 2 trips were on the Wish and Fantasy, and the Wonder before that... so I can't speak to the Dream as I haven't sailed on her in years. I took my family on Harmony of the Seas in November for our family vacay... I asked each of them, ages 12 to 77- what has been their favorite cruise... the 13 year old said Royal's Navigator of the Seas- everyone else chose the Disney Wonder.

MSC is priced that it makes sense to get the Specialty Dinning, and to consider an exclusive cabin area.

Have only done HAL & NCL. Food & service so much better on HAL. I like the smaller HAL ships, can go to more interesting ports. HAL more sophisticated, gives wonderful port talks in main theater especially panama canal history. Recent NCL cruise gave me zero port info except for shopping. HAL is more about the ports than the ship, their excursions are certainly more affordable than NCLs. Found HAL ships & staterooms much nicer than my recent NCL Gem experience.

It is only their opinion of NCL. We did 6 cruises on NCL and very happy

Love Holland America for taking a sea journey. Wonderful staff, quality cuisine, interesting destinations complete with entertainment often tied with were you are. I do prefer the newer ships for the upgraded music experience and specialty restaurants. I guess it really depends if one wants a ship with an amusement park attached or a ship experience. I am 4 Star with HAL though enjoy Princess and Celebrity as well.

Just as an FYI to this from talking to several crew members on MSC and taking many wonderful cruises on them the crew members prefer to work on MSC, I spoke to two crew members and the pay on MSC is 2.5 times better than Carnival or RCL and that is pretty much across most postions and better hours as well , we all like to talk about how the people on cruise ships should make better wages and be treated better let’s put our money where our mouths are, MSC is decently priced provides a good product and service and actually pays their crew members in some instances many times more than other lines so I am supporting MSC as their mission in marine conservation and treating of staff makes them the one I give most of my money too

So happy to have come across your video. I’m new to cruising and this gives me some great insight into all the cruise lines. Thank you 😊

Thank you For this information!! ❤

Thanks for the suggestions

We agree with your video. Thanks for this video, it's very well done and very right to the point. What are your comments on Oceania? Can you will do a video with the best top cruise? Thanks Ramon & Zoe

Hey guys. Kevin from “30 and a wake up” talked about you guys and your channel today on his livestream. I love following both your channels. Thanks for the info.

I’ve always been loyal to NCL. The sales pitches are there all the time but it doesn’t matter if you just let it roll off your back and ignore it. The food is the best of all the lines that we’ve been on.

Good info. Love your videos. Since 2022, I stick to cruising out of my local port (Baltimore) which is limited in terms of itineraries and restricted to older ships that can pass under the bridge. I make it work though. I sometimes miss cruising out of Miami but flying is too risky now.

I’m surprised you said Disney because I find the service outstanding on the ship it’s nice not have to pay for soda. It’s nice to get free room service like you said the entertainment is the best on Sea.

We are Sapphire on NCL. We don’t feel nickel and dimed. We have done 20 cruises with them. We have gotten a 7 night cruise for $100pp. We only book their shore excursions about 15% of the time, never gotten a drink package, never paid for specialty dining, usually our bill is just tips and pictures. We have been on Holland American. Their service and food was good, but their entertainment was BBC specials. We were totally bored. We also like to dress casual and HAL had too many people in formals so we felt out of place. Our worst was Royal Caribbean. It was dirty, staff was horrible, not enough food, we had a horrible cabin. We were hounded by the staff to give them a good review every day. It was absolutely horrible. Dirty plates and dishes all over. Customer service couldn’t care less. We went on Carnival twice and they were fine. We went on Princess. I got food poisoning from the food, but other than that, it was nice

We just got off a celebrity cruise and having previously cruised with MSC, we hated the value of Celebrity and personally prefer the value of MSC (including the yacht club) over the insane nickel and diming that Celebrity offered us. It was extra money around every corner. The all inclusive drink package wasn't even all inclusive 😂

We've done 9 or 10 Disney cruise both with and without our kids. I prefer the cruises above the parks! Next year we're doing a 7 day disney cruise and the next day hopping on our first RC cruise so we're looking forward to that!

MSC keeps their costs low by hiring less staff. This is why their prices are lower than other lines. They are not incorporated either, so they don't have to cater to stakeholders.

I don't understand the "Nickle and Dime" you to death statement. I just got off of Encore and it was my very first NCL cruise and there was no "surprise charges" or anything of that sort. Yes they charge for the extra items (specialty dining, go carts, arcade games and such) but so does Royal Caribbean (they even charge for the water slide at Perfect Day. And when you compare the price for the cruise that includes Free at Sea, its a great deal. Just my $0.02 worth.

Thanks for the info I’m booked on my second NCL cruise and it’s been over 8 years. You are so right about Costa I’m surprised they’re still in business.

Wow! I have sailed on NCL four times out of my 20 cruises. I did a transatlantic with them in 2023 and I did not have no pickpocketing feeling whatsoever. There was nothing that I attended where they wanted me to buy something I was on the ship for 15 days

Fascinating perspective. I have only cruised with Princess, and it's interesting to get a look at other lines.

My wife and I have sailed with P&O 3 times and each time have thoroughly enjoyed the experience. We've sailed on their older ships and on their brand new ship and both have been equally enjoyable for different reasons. They are pitched very much at the UK market and their pricing is exceptionally keen. They don't pretend to offer a super high-end luxury experience but we've found the food to be good, the on-board entertainment to be excellent, the prices for drinks, etc. to be very reasonable and the service to be friendly and attentive. For the price I think what they offer is excellent value.

I actually love MSC, as an agent, I have sent clients on three different ships, and they all have enjoyed their time, which is why I keep going on them and promoting them. Understandably, they are new to the American market and I would agree that they are getting better and trying to improve. I was on the SeasScape and actually, I will be on it again shortly. I am not going to say that they don't need improvements, but I would not say avoid them. I think in a year or two, you may change your mind. Loved your video.

Thanks for your honest opinion.

I like MSC I am a Gold Star member. I plan to do Amtrak from NYC to Orlando and do a three-day cruise and return to NYC by train.

You guys are spot on. What happened to NCL? We just cruised with them with their inflated prices and the constant nickel and dimming expecting more and got nothing. Good staff but really bad customer service and management. It was like they went out of their way to make things miserable. Got an MSC cruise coming up only because it was in the Mediterranean when we I wanted. I think I’ll have to use the same game plan as I did for my last MSC cruise, look forward to the port arrivals just to get the hell off that thing. Keep em coming guys! Great videos! Happy travels!

I feel msc is great cruise line Over the years I found the staff very helpful I would recommend msc over carnival I like the way they think outside the box

Wow! Thank you!

I like Msc. Their price fits my budget, their itineraries match the competitors, they have new beautiful ships, they are very adequately staffed, and the food and entertainment are what I would expect. I have no complaints after sailing a few times on the Seascape and Seashore. Most KZfaq bloggers on cruise and air travel present their views based on their ability to afford high level cabins. So their reviews are biased towards what people with a lot of money can afford. That caters to only a small audience. The majority of cruisers are not high-end customers that are used to these perks. As a budget customer, I would personally to see a realistic review of what is available to me on cruise for a standard cabin, etc. Think about families with kids who are not rich. Or a couple who is not week to do, but have put some money aside to do a cruise without the premium booking. How can these people keep cruising for a decent price and acceptable expectations? Don't tell us about balconies, suites, yacht club, specialty dining, etc. that most people cannot afford.

We've been on numerous Holland America cruises - they are our favorite for sure. As slightly older folks, we are not interested in waterslides, etc. In fact it's great to have few (if any) kids aboard. If we wanted to take the grandkids, we'd definitely choose a different cruise line. Conversely, if you want a less kid-oriented experience, HAL is fabulous. We were recently on their newest ship, The Rotterdam and it was fantastic - the food, service, music, cabins....I could go on and on. We have been on their older ships as well, and they are still lovely. It all depends on what sort of a cruise experience you are looking for. We prefer more laid back.

ThAnk for your great advise. What is your opinion of Princess Cruises please ?? You have an amazing job. 😊

The capt on Costa was one of the first ones off the ship when it sank...enough said!

Thanks for the great information. You are right about the difference between the entertainment on EU cruises vs US cruises. We are not really into the enrichment programs, dog training, table etiquette, but the star gazing would have been good, except for cloudy for 5 nights. We got spoiled on cruises 12-15years ago,and now just have to set our sights lower.

You are spot on about NCL! We were in a new ship, the Prima, in September. It was so disappointing. Nickled and dimed and dollared every day! Plus, we were in a colder climate and could never find a decent place to sit! The buffet missed the boat big time-not near enough tables or food. Never again.

Love, love your channel ❤❤❤

As always I enjoy your videos!

When are you guys coming to Australia! My husband and I love your train and have just begun watching your cruise ones. We have done NY to Washington and settle to Vancouver and it was great to see those

I have only done Cunard and I like it immensely. They have great service that is professional, serious and also engaging. However, this is my first cruise in 23 years so I may be easy to impress.

New subscriber. Very good video and information. You guys seem like a very nice couple. Hopefully, my wife and I will run into you on the seas. All the best and have a great time on your next cruise.

Our Panama Canal cruise on the NCL Jewel was absolute perfection. Free at Sea airfare was a phenomenal deal. Our invoice when we left the ship was $10!

I agree with you about NCL and we are very close to being sapphire level on NCL

My husband and I prefer HAL, we have been on 10 cruises with them. The service is impeccable and the food is excellent. I think their ships are beautiful, I love the gorgeous fresh flowers everywhere, and the lovely art work and sculptures. There were people of all ages on all of the cruises.I do not want to cruise with thousands of other people. We were on a Royal Caribbean ship and I felt like I was being herded. There were terrible delays in getting off the ship in port, backed up on the stairways and impossible to get an elevator, and we were nickel and dimed for everything. NCL was ok, the food and drinks were good, but shows filled quickly unless you had reservations, and there was 1 tiny pool. The ship was huge and way too much walking to get anywhere, you had to pass all the shops. Celebrity didn't even leave an impression. Everyone is entitled to their own opinion and each cruise can be entirely different.

Thank you. It’s been several years since my wife and I were on a cruise. We went on Princess Cruises to Alaska, New Zealand, and Australia, it was nice. Perhaps we’ll be going again soon.

1. Just returned from an MSC Seashore cruise out of Port Canaveral and it was VERY GOOD. Last year, I would have agreed with you regarding the MSC, but not anymore. Fantastic entertainment, a great vibe. relatively good service and food. 2. Holland America ships are beautiful (Nieuw Statendam, Nieuw Amsterdam, etc.). It is not the ships, but the utter lack of entertainment that would prevent me from booking. 3. Generally agree on the criticism regarding Norwegian (NCL) but would go on the right ship for the right price (like the Bliss). 4. Fully agree on Disney and Costa.

My wife won't do Royal again for some issues on the last couple with them. We have been looking for the most comparable because Royal is so good. I enjoy the breakdown of each one.. What is your favorite? I saw the video ranking each level, but what could you be on everyday (Oasis?)? Thank you

I agree with you about Holland America, we went on the New Statendam last Spring and they have replaced public comfort with cabins. The Pomenade deck had no view and does not even go half way around the ship. Many promotions around jewelry and spa. The music and staff and MDR were excellent, but we will choose a different line this year.

Thank you two so very much for a well done video. My comment is a question, hope that is ok, not a travel question. I really like the quality of video and lighting you use. I own a coffee import and roasting company in Ca. I am wanting to add video marketing to my product / services. Camera to camera type or cell phone for video? do you use a cast lighting product? Any insight is appreciated. Brian

I cruise them all and enjoy each one in its own areas of excellence. I cruise MSC (only the Sea"type" named ships) as these are excellent and at their prices only book a cruise with everything upscaled as then it is equal to the prices of the Royals, Carnival Xl's, NCL Prima prices but I am in a suite or Yatch Club with everything included and it beats the other lines then.

Thank you for your commentary. Haven’t been on all of the cruise lines, but, note that my experience with NCL was extremely disappointing. The food was mediocre and prices for amenities and excursions were very high.

I had very good experience with Holland America in 2019 before COVID, nice staff, great food.

Disagree on MSC. So far only two Cruises, Seaside and Seashore, out of Florida. The staff is not as good as Royal Caribbean, but the prices are about half and on our last cruise they went above and beyond for my birthday, even the entertainment staff had things sent to my room free of charge. They are beautiful ships, and I don’t base my cruising on the food as heavily as you seem to. I’m yoga teacher and a careful eater and always find things on MSC that work for me with no problem. They even have a good sugar-free dessert every meal. Different strokes for different folks, but I’m not on a cruise for seven days just to eat. The food is certainly good enough, especially in the specialty restaurants, but we stick with the buffet and dining room, and there are no real issues to speak of. They have very good excursions. I recommend this cruise line.

I have travelled with MSC and NCL and enjoyed my cruises.

I was shocked to hear that HAL is on your list!! Perhaps you have not sailed on their newer ships. I sailed on the Koningsdam last august to Alaska and absolutely LOVED it. The enrichment programs were unbeatable, the wildlife expert was truly amazing, the food was good, the room was so beautiful with incredibly beautiful bathroom and Elemis toiletries. Their prices are very competitive, too. I find their prices to often be lower than NCL. I’m doing a transatlantic with them in April. Agree about NCL. I felt very nickel and dimed. Embarkation was excruciating! Disembarkation was better but I HATED what they said they would do to your luggage if you don’t pick it up by a certain time … they say they’ll throw it out! Absolutely no respect for their customers who have paid thousands to sail with them!

Whew! I booked my first cruise ever last week with Virgin Voyages so I was holding my breath til the end of your video. I respect your viewpoints and considerations so I'm very happy to know Virgin is not on your list. I am excited about starting this new phase of my life with cruising so I am enjoying your cruise videos. Thanks so much for your reviews. 🙂

I took a HAL cruise (smaller, older ship) for the first time last summer. The staff and food were both excellent, but definitely got bored with a limited selection of activities. I understood that it could be the case and enjoyed walking or relaxing. I'm torn whether I will go with them again, but maybe on a newer, bigger ship with ax little bit more to do.

We have cruised on everything from Crystal, Regent, Seabourn, Queen Mary to Royal Caribbean and we are now 4 star on HAL. I guess that lets you know which cruise line we have decided is our favorite. We only cruise on the newer HAL ships though. Try a newer HAL ship. I don’t think you’ll be disappointed.

You need to go on a new HAL ship. It will change your opinion. I was on the Nieuw Statendam last year and it was excellent. The food, Music walk, and theatre entertainment were all top notch. It’s not a Cruise Line for young families but if your kids are teenagers or older, it’s a great family experience. HAL is an even better fit for adult couples and Solo cruisers.

Great video. I agreed with you about NCL. We used to be loyal to NCL and its freestyle dining. But same here that we will no longer cruising with them if we can help it because of their "nickle and dime" strategy and how we were treated when our cruise was canceled due to COVID. We love RCL and have booked our first Virgin and Carnival Celebration. Hope to try Celebrity one day. We have watched other KZfaq video rating MSC, Costa, and P&O very low as well. Have fun traveling.

On MSC, it has to be the Yacht Club. It rally makes a difference.

What is the most you pay for a 7 day or 14 day cruise, what is a good price and what is the usual size accommodations do you have. Thanks Just Joe

I’ve been sailing since the early 1980’s. Been on most of the upper priced cruise lines. I took my daughter, her husband and the grandson on a RCL Christmas-News year cruise on the Sovereign of the Seas. I must say that the food was way above what I would’ve expected. The specialty restaurants equalled the 6 star lines. Only negative was the plethora of children everywhere.

We prefer Celebrity and Royal. We have cruised on Carnival and NCL. We recently did a Viking river and it was really nice. If this is how the ocean cruises are then we would try them. We are going on an Oceania trip next year and are excited with the added options if we do like Oceania. In the future we plan to use the cruises that are repositioning, transatlantic, and transpacific as a way to skip the flights in retirement. We do prefer a childfree experience so the longer trips will continue to be our go to. Happy travels!

We have only sailed once on MSC. We heard all the bad but we went anyway and we had a great experience. We were on the Merivilia out of NYC. The MDR food and service was great. The room stewards were fantastic. The buffet was great for breakfast lunch and pizza but we never ate there for dinner. We loved the nights under the dome with their fun team and the entertainment was good but different. I think they have really started to fix the things that were not working for the American market.

We went to an Alaskan cruise with HAL. Loved the experience, very memorable.

Really enjoy your channel Thanks

We just got off NCL Epic today and we disappointed with some areas. We had been on in 2011 and loved it. It's not the same. The free drink package offered was nice but it came with less staff, long, long, long lines for drinks and cans and drink cups everywhere that weren't cleaned up. The food was just average and the lines were huge for seating. The staff we met were terrific but they're totally understaffed. Is that every cruise line now post - Covid? We did have fun but were disappointed somewhat. Thank you for your insights.

I’ve never been on a cruise so all this information is very helpful