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@DavidsDiana. Thank you for your kind comments. I am very excited for you to travel on the same voyage (in reverse) in December, and I'm sure you will have an amazing time! I would love to hear from you when you return. Bon Voyage!!!

We are also going the week of Thanksgiving

We’re going November too!

@anonymouspdg6121 Thank you for your comments. We did the same cruise you will be doing in February. We arrived in Bergen two days before the cruise departed so that we could spend some time there. Taking the cable car to the top of the mountain was definitely a highlight. (If you do that, make sure you take coils/spikes for your shoes because there were some very icy parts at the top.) There is lots of time to spend in almost all of the ports. We enjoyed walking around the villages and meeting some of the locals. We visited a lot of yarn shops. ;0) We went on a few hikes, and even took part in a 5K race (we walked while everyone else ran) in Tromso. There are some excellent museums in several ports (some of them are small and not very well marked, so you have to search for them). The Hurtigruten museum is right next to the dock in Stokmarknes and is not to be missed. (Allow more time here than you think you'll need.;0).) I have posted photos and descriptions of many of the ports on my Explore More With Sue Facebook page, in case you'd like more details. We actually didn't use any Norwegian Kronor as credit cards are accepted everywhere. It made it very simple. We had cabin 631, which technically is "obstructed view"...but it was not completely obstructed (many are fully obstructed by a lifeboat) and we could see things out of the window. Cabin 622 is the same. Since our cruise was during early January, we knew we weren't going to get much daylight and we wouldn't be able to see much out of the window anyway. Plus, we were only in our cabin to sleep, shower and change clothes. We were extremely happy with the cabin, and we got a bit of a price break because it was "obstructed view". Deck 6 has a walkway all the way around the ship, so all of the cabins on that deck are next to the walkway (so...people walking around can see in if it's dark outside and the lights are on inside the cabin, if the curtains aren't closed; during the day, the windows reflect so it's not as easy to see in). I hope you have a great time on your cruise! Please feel free to ask any additional questions here or you can email me at exploremorewithsue@gmail.com.

⁠so good of you to reply and with really useful information! We didn’t fancy deck 6 and the walking route so decided on deck 4 which although lower down isn’t much different, apart from a lower vantage point but as you mentioned, it’s going to be restricted daylight and we probably won’t be in the cabin much. So many things to experience and enjoy! Thanks again for your video and information.

@@anonymouspdg6121 You made a great choice by picking Deck 4. It's a relatively small ship, so everything is very convenient. You'll be close to the free laundry room ;0) (Laundry detergent isn't free, and it's rather expensive at the guest services desk (plus there is a really strong smell) so I would suggest picking up a small amount in Bergen if you think you will be doing laundry.) Thank you again for your kind review. P.S. If you are on Facebook, I posted details and photos of many of the ports we visited on my Explore More with Sue page (I have a private and a public group).

​@@anonymouspdg6121 a small tip about Norway. You don't need cash. Norway is more or less a cash free society. Been like this for 20 years. Just need your card and you will be fine

@amycarr7045 Thank you so much for your kind comments. I'm glad you found my videos to be helpful. Our cruise on the Trollfjord was one of the best we've ever had. Your cruise will definitely be warmer and there will be more daylight, ;0) I'm sure it will be a great trip. I am so happy you were able to visit the Hebrides. I haven't been there yet, but it's on my list. I'm glad you found the crew, the food and the overall experience to be so positive. At least it's easy to pick up tissues and lotion in one of the ports. :0) I hope you enjoy your cruise on the Trollfjord as much as we did.

@Rampiesat Thank you for your comment!

It was VERY cool! It was also VERY cold ;0)

I agree! It would be a very different experience if it was warm and light. We are so happy to have had this unusual adventure though!

It was definitely cold...and dark...but it was an amazing experience. I guess with all that darkness, it was easy to relax. 😀

Your town is beautiful and your museum is absolutely fantastic! I hope that visitors will make a stop there as it is definitely worth the time. Best regards for a happy and healthy 2024!

Hello! Thank you for your comment. How fun that you're going on a cruise next week from Montreal! The leaves were just starting to turn when we were there 2 weeks ago, so you should see some of the remaining beautiful fall colors. I hope you have a great time!

Hi Kenneth. I'm so happy to hear that you loved sailing on Virgin, and that you're going again after Thanksgiving. I know you haven't sailed with other cruise lines, and all of them have things they do well and things that could probably use some improvement. Virgin not only does many things well, but they are always asking for feedback and seem to take it to heart. Let me know how your next Virgin cruise is (and if you go on any others).

Thank you Ale B. If you haven't sailed with Virgin, I hope you get a chance to do so sometime soon!

I agrée! Very informative.

@@Sailabear11 Thank you!

Hi Semaebu. The gyms on Carnival usually have pretty convenient hours, opening around 6am and closing at 8pm or later. I sailed on the Panorama in October 2021, so the hours may have changed since then. Double check once you get onboard. In general, going right after it opens or in the early evening until closing will be the least crowded times.

Hi Teresa H. Thank you for watching my video(s). As an avid cruiser/traveler, I want to help get as much info as possible out there, so that people can learn about different destinations, cruise lines, etc. There is no doubt that every ship, and more specifically, every cruise line has its own personality. I am excited for you to sail on the Breakaway! When we sailed in August, it was our first cruise on NCL, so it was really fun to see the ship through the eyes of a "novice". We sailed on the Panorama twice...September and October 2021; since cruising was just getting up and running again, the number of passengers was definitely less than "normal". We also have sailed on Princess many times. Since you recently experienced Carnival, and you've sailed mostly with Princess, I look forward to hearing your opinion on how they compare to each other and NCL. Plus, you'll be sailing out of New Orleans! What a great experience to cruise down the Mississippi River. I hope you have a fabulous time!

Hello LMBLT. Thank you and thanks for subscribing. I just subscribed to your channel too. I''m looking forward to watching your videos!

@@ExploreMoreWithSue You are VERY Welcome and thank you for supporting me as well! I'm just getting started but I am doing my best getting content for my channel! I hope you enjoy my videos!🏖

Hello Robert. You're correct; there is a small library. We didn't find any open areas with comfy chairs where people could sit and socialize, have a drink, or people watch, that weren't part of a busy bar or restaurant.(except an area outside on Deck 8 near Shaker's Cocktail Bar).

Hi Robert. We will have to try the Skyy Ice Bar the next time we sail on NCL.

HI Robert. O'Sheehan's definitely sounds Irish; the menu includes "English Style Fish and Chips" (and also nachos and buffalo wings ;0)); NCL describes it as a "pub". In an effort to give equal representation, I called it an English pub in the video, but an Irish pub in the description on the Explore More With Sue Facebook page. Whichever type of pub you prefer to call it, NCL has a winner with this space, as the atmosphere and food are both worthy of a visit (or two or three).

Hello! Thank you so much for letting me know about your experience. I'm so happy you had fun. I think there are a lot of people who love Cabo, and others who feel the same way you do. One thing that's AMAZING is the large number of whales that are there during migration season (December-April). If you get a chance to go there again, try to schedule it during that time; the number of whales is astounding, and going out in one of those little sketchy-looking boats that are right there on the pier, is an easy way to see them up close! You now have an excuse to go on the Panorama again, since you also have to experience the Sky Ride!!! Happy travels!

Hi Meow Hiss Purr Scratch. How fun that you're going on the Sapphire Princess. That is one of my all-time favorite ships! That 10-night cruise is a great itinerary. It's great to go to La Paz (although I haven't been there yet) and Loreto in addition to the usual 7-night stops in Puerto Vallarta (I love this place though), Mazatlan and Cabo. You are correct about the formal nights. They are usually the 2nd night (sea day) and the next-to-last night. Thanks for checking out my other videos. Have a great time on your cruise!

Hi Mark. What is worrying you about the weather? Too hot? Monsoon moisture? Usually the weather in September is beautiful. By mid-September, it has started to cool down slightly, but the days should be sunny and warm. I hope you have a great trip.

Hi Dorothy. The weather in September is usually perfect! It usually has started to cool down slightly but the days are still sunny and warm. Have a great trip!

Thanks Renee! I'm looking forward to the next one too! 🌞

Definitely good advice! We like to be back on board at least 30 minutes before the posted time!

Hi Mike. Thanks for liking my videos! We definitely give the Panorama's buffet a thumbs up. There is a large variety of food and much of it changes daily. The hot items are plentiful, they have a great salad bar (it's a cereal & yogurt bar for breakfast), the deli has excellent sandwiches (or omelettes during breakfast) or you can make your own with meats, cheeses and bread, there are 2 flavors of gelato (with toppings) every day, and the dessert area (which is primarily cakes) has a large, rotating selection (we did find that the cakes looked better than they tasted). The food was fresh and was continually being replenished, and the buffet was spotless. The seating area is huge and it's really well-designed, with floor to ceiling windows, palm trees and a tropical feel. I think you will be very happy with the buffet. Except for the main dining room, and Jiji's (we LOVE all kinds of Asian food, but Jiji's just doesn't do it for us), the food on the Panorama is excellent. Stay healthy and let me know if you decide to sail on the "Pano". :0)

@@ExploreMoreWithSue That summed it all up very nicely, thank you Sue ! We've done cruises where we never set foot in the MDR... so this was very helpful :)

Hi Mike. Thanks for the comment about the sunglasses! I'm so happy you've booked on the Panorama. I would definitely give the ship and activities a double thumbs up. Regarding the non-specialty food, we found it to be really good overall. The Blue Iguana is excellent (ah....that salsa bar!!!), Guy's Burgers is good, Pizzeria del Capitano is delicious (and available 24 hours). The buffet is quite good and many of the selections change daily. It was mainly the food in the main dining room (MDR) that wasn't the best. We sailed on the Panorama twice (September and October), and we ate in the MDR every night except 2, so we really gave it the old college try. We decided overall, it was a 6 on a scale of 10. The buffet, on the other hand, was a definite 8+. (Just for comparison, we sailed on the Miracle during Christmas, and the food in the MDR was much, much better than the Panorama. I guess it's just different chefs.)

@@ExploreMoreWithSue Thanks for the reply Sue. I agree that different head chef's will tend to skew the overall food quality one way or the other. We haven't sailed with Carnival since 2007 on the old Glory. My wife was dead set against it until she heard Jim Zim call Panorama his favorite ship.... that was all it took LOL.

Mike, I definitely agree that the chefs in the kitchen make all the difference. I'm sure you will enjoy the Panorama. Since the last time you sailed was on the Glory in 2007, you will be blown away by all of the food options. Remember those days when your only options were to choose between the buffet or the MDR? 😀 Those days are gone. There are so many choices now that it's mind-boggling. The Panorama is a beautiful, well-designed ship with so many things to do and places to eat that it's not possible check all of them off on a 7-night cruise. I look forward to hearing about your experience when you return from your voyage.🛳

@@ExploreMoreWithSue Thanks for writing back Sue ! ! ! We've been cruising twice a year every year since 2007, just not with Carnival. We're platinum on NCL, have about 5 on Royal and 1 on Princess. I wanted to be on a ship to the Mex Riv for Superbowl Sunday. That means a choice between Panorama on 2/11 or NCL Joy on 2/12. I'm pushing for Panorama but the boss is leaning towards Joy..... I guess we'll see.

@@MikeSteinSeaTac I haven't been on the Joy, but the Panorama has an amazing sports bar (called Heroes' Tribute Bar). There are also screens in the casino, and a huge screen in Guy's Pig & Anchor. I am a sports fan, so I always pay attention to venues where people can watch their games/matches, etc. (I watched the New Year's Bowl games this year on the big screen above the pool on the top deck of the Majestic Princess. Go Utes!🏈)

Hello Daily Passenger Travels! Thank you for your kind words. I hope you will get the opportunity to visit Ecuador. It really is a wonderful place. Increasing tourism there would help their economy so much. Perhaps some day it will happen. Sending hugs to Bangalore!

It is beautiful! The weather was perfect, especially when it's winter in so many places!

It was a great place to celebrate New Year's Eve!

Thank you, Switzerland Travel! It is a beautiful location 🌞🐳🌵

Hi Too Much Luggage. Thank you for subscribing. I have done the same with your channel. Enjoy your time in Cabo next month!

@@ExploreMoreWithSue Thank you 🙏

Hi Susan! Thank you so much. I'm so happy to be travelling again!!!

Thanks, Prohodaction. Glad you enjoy them 😎

Hi Cheryl. The buffet is still going and it's got delicious options. Princess is serving everything, so when we go through the line, we let them know what we want & they put it on the plate. There are a few small portions of things (fruit cup, feta & olives, hummus) that are already in a glass or bowl at every meal & we can pick those up ourselves. Drinks, including water, are 100% served by the wait staff (except for small glasses of juice & fruit smoothies at breakfast). The wait staff also delivers the silverware & napkins (which are cloth). The shops are all open and operating during typical "cruise" hours. The shows are varied and are running every night. We are now on Day 6 & there hasn't been a typical Broadway production-type show, but we've had comedians, a magician, and an impresionist. All of the typical cruise-type activities are happening as well (trivia, enrichment, port talks, music, and of course, the inevitable art auctions). Right now, except for the mask requirement, I don't see much difference from what cruising was like pre-pandemic. I hope this helps. Please let me know if you have any other questions.

@@ExploreMoreWithSue great to hear! Thanks so much for the update!! Was really wondering! Have a blast!!!

Thanks, Cheryl. I guess things can change quickly in these crazy times, but for now, we are feeling confident about our decision to cruise. We are having a great time! I hope you have a chance to get out here on the ocean soon! 🛳

@@ExploreMoreWithSue Hi Sue, yes I will be cruising soon on that beautiful Majestic Princess! Was curious about how things are going on there! I was on the Grand Princess and it was awesome. Under 200 passengers on two of the cruises I took. They shut down the night buffet which was right to do due to low occupancy. Only one broadway type show a night at 9pm which I didn’t like being an early morning riser. Flexible is the key with cruising right now and I am good with that. Just love cruising! Take care and thanks again for the updates!

Hi Cheryl. I'm so happy you've had a chance to cruise recently. 200 people on a ship?!? Wow! That would be quite an experience! The crew is telling people that there are around 2100 on this sailing, but it seems like there are more. It's very organized though (except for getting into the Concerto dining room). Enjoy your voyage on the Majestic Princess, and here's to more cruises in 2022 & beyond!

Hi Barbara. I'm sorry that during your cruise, passengers weren't allowed to get off the ship in Cabo, We were fortunate that we were able to spend time there. Hopefully you will have another opportunity to visit Cabo. The views from the ship are spectacular!

You've always enjoyed exploring. I'm happy you're now exploring more!