Hate to say it but it sounds kind of boring. I’ve heard the ship has felt kind of empty on many sailings. But she’s a beautiful ship and glad to hear the food and service was so great.

Good to see you, I met you in the Haven on a coastal cruise up to Vancouver!

How did you find out about explora ? I went on their website and most of their sailings are not from the the US . I would consider your itinerary but I couldn’t find anything in the near future on the west coast. Love your content

I tried to book with Norwegian but the person changed his phone number. I am very happy with princess

Glad the staff had time off. We agree price will go up considering gratuities, and everything included wow. We leave extra for staff anyway.

Forgot going to try that sole. Thanks.

Found your channel searching for Explora 1. Nice information. We’re going January. I have a question. We have 300 euro on board credit. We can use it for excursions. Do you know anything about excursions?

Having experienced both the Yacht Club and the Haven on several ships, the Yacht Club is by far superior. NCL is really penny pinching their Haven guests.

So all the restaurants except Anthology are included?

Poppy is adorable! Happy Birthday!

Thank-u for responding. I find princess easier to work with.

I think the encore’s chandelier is better but the bliss has spice h20 so I do think overall the bliss is a better ship for adults.

I’ve done both and enjoyed them equally. Living in the Seattle area it’s so easy to just jump on an Alaska cruise several times a year. NCL also now does 10 night Alaska voyages on Bliss which I’ve scheduled for April. Prices are reasonable for balcony and best of all…..No crowds like summer and very few families with kids make it even more enjoyable.

The three is called "apeskrekk" that translate to ape=monkey, Skrekk=fear. Like a monkey will not like to climb it. Latin name Araucaria araucana

im from Ålesund and its not the 3rd biggest its 9th i think trondheim is 3rd but great vid i love my city its so beautiful and its built in the Jugend style i dont know if it has another name in english

The retreating glacier sad bay. 50% retreat in 75 years. Visit Visitor center & see old photo. 8 billion & counting.

Really helpful information, thank you!!

Alaska is more about fishing industry and military bases and natural resource industry.. still not regarded as big tour industry as Norway has done. Inside Passage part is like Norway. Aleutian Islands part is like Iceland. Mainland Interior part is like Siberia. In nature wise, Alaska has more diverse aspects than single Norway. Just...lack of tourist budget for Alaskan government.

Hopefully going sept 2025 thanks for the tips

Hot breakfast room service?

The gifted water flasks: you dont need a water fountain to fill them if you're on a luxury cruise, cos they give you mineral water.🎉. Theyre more a gift to take home.

Yup. Explora is basically 1 entire Yacht Club ship experience! But with many restaurants and all included🎉 Its most definitely about pure relaxation, indulgence and enjoying all the port visits/itenaries. Its not a family fun ship. Its a luxurious transport. I wouldn't take young kids on it, if you're wanting fun at sea.

Where did you sail out of? We sail out of Seattle. Any suggestions where to stay the night before?

Thanks for these videos , can’t wait to go on Explora 2 in February, can I ask about dress code for the restaurants in an evening? Is there one is everything acceptable husbands wants to wear shorts but I’m not sure there allowed

Thanks for these videos , can’t wait to go on Explora 2 in February, can I ask about dress code for the restaurants in an evening? Is there one is everything acceptable husbands wants to wear shorts but I’m not sure there allowed

Thanks for these videos , can’t wait to go on Explora 2 in February, can I ask about dress code for the restaurants in an evening? Is there one is everything acceptable husbands wants to wear shorts but I’m not sure there allowed

Which side of the ship do I want to book ?

Go to bakarøy its were i live

Thank you! I’ve been trying to decide on yacht club or not

Great video, thanks heading on our cruise in early August. Did mosquitoes and gnats bother you while on the ship, in towns or just excursions/hikes?

How long did that hike up to the lake take one way? Would love to do it when I am in port but not sure of the time factor. I don't think I could do the railway, the Red Onion tour and the hike, but I can sure dream big!

I really loved this video as I'm "off the beaten path" kind of traveler. I love going to local breweries and distilleries and what made me excited was the Yuzu Mint drink you had. I'm going there next year and I'll be sure to visit and buy me a bottle to take back home as well!

Thank you for this video! We are planning a late trip on the Bliss this October. A little worried about it being that late in the season, but we're still looking forward to going. Expecting some of the shops to already be closed, but will most likely hike quite a bit. Hoping to get a few of these excursions in, but wont be real upset if we cant. Really just hoping the wrather isn't too cold,wet and foggy. We did splurge on the balcony, so we have extra warm clothing just in case. Keep up the great videos!

She just completed her 44 night cruise Vancouver - Barcelona. I wonder what it's like being on a ship for that long. There were no overnight stays in any port however.

Can you give more information about reserving a car in Juneau?

You left out Cunard

I have been traveling with Celebrity many many times and travel with MSC once on my 50th birthday. Let's say that will be my first and last time with MSC. As soon as we enter the ship, it smell like Pinesol, not a scent I expect on a cruise. The interior was worn out and the food was so bad on the buffet as well as the fine dining. We were also disappointed with the MSC excursions. We booked an Spanish speaking excursion. They mixed it with a French group. The French guide spoke more than the Spanish one so we couldn't understand anything of what they were saying, I would not say MSC is on the same class as Celebrity. One does not need to book The Retreat to enjoy the cruise experience.

Question, If you get off a Victoria Canada, do you have to have your passport?

Such a shame that your husband wasn't brought up properly. Why do a lot of American think that it is ok the wear their hats whilst eating in a restaurant of any kind. It is the height of bad manners. I am surprised and disappointed that one of the staff on Apex didn't ask him to remove it. I am travelling on Apex soon and I hope that my fellow guests will know that wearing hats whilst eating is a totally unacceptable.

Please do a video on what clothes to pack, this is what I am struggling with. How much clothes do I need for a 7 day cruise?

Yum. I'm a pretty basic eater but this video makes me want to try new foods. Even if they do look weird. haha.

We have done the Haven several times and Yacht club several times. Yacht Club is so much better, Haven is boring, same food everyday, no outside bar like the One pool deck and I totally disagree with the food being better in the Haven. As far as overall experience, Yacht club wins hands down. Not sure if this has changed but Haven has no priority boarding unit you get thru security, which means you have to wait on line and then go into the haven waiting area. Yacht Club has a separate area to board only for yacht Club and you bypass all the lines, same getting off.

I'm concerned about the number of teens and younger on NCL Haven. Any comments would be appreciated

Great Info , 🔥🔥🔥🙏 from germany . Everything looks perfekt .

You keep telling people which mistakes not to make, yet you keep making the HUGE mistake of cruising NCL to Alaska. The absolute worst cruise line for Alaska (speaking from having cruised there at least 6 times). Cruise Holland America or Princess and you’ll really experience Alaska as it should be.

How does Explora compare to something like the Haven?

I just booked a bucket list cruise for my 75 yo mom and myself. We’ll be going in early September and I got a balcony room. I have booked the White Pass railroad, but I am unsure if there is anything else someone with limited mobility can do. I’m also now fearful of us not being able to tour the port towns. Any tips on accessible excursions?

Emma and Jack thank you SO much for your videos! Your reviews convinced us to book MSC Yacht Club for later this year and now we are also seriously considering Explora! I am a foodie and pasta lover like Emma and by now I completely trust her opinions! Much love from a fan (currently cruising the Med on the Celebrity Ascent)

Was there a kids menu available?