Cruise First Impressions - 16 Days Alaska to Hawaii

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  • Опубликовано: 13 фев 2023
  • Millennials aren't exactly the target market for cruises, but when we found a 16 day cruise from Alaska to Hawaii for 93% off, we couldn't pass up the opportunity. It took us a while to figure out how we fit into cruise life, but in case you've ever been curious about what going on a cruise is actually like--watch us fail, poke fun of our millennial-ness, meet awesome people, and have a ton of fun along the way!
    To watch our the full ship tour and find out how much all of this cost: • Video
    00:21 - Millennial energy
    00:45 - Our first port - Ketchikan, Alaska
    03:33 - High hopes for the capital of Alaska
    04:54 - Glacier Bay National Park
    08:33 - Best view on the boat
    09:10 - Daily routine on the ship
    10:21 - Our favorite restaurant on the ship
    11:02 - Icy Strait Point
    12:20 - The most popular place at port
    13:08 - An alarming announcement
    13:36 - 6 days at sea?!
    14:58 - Sun!
    16:30 - Fancy date night on the ship
    17:48 - The most important part of the cruise
    18:48 - The single best thing about going on a cruise
    19:04 - We made it to Hawaii!
    20:37 - Nā Pali Coast, Kauai
    21:36 - Back in Honolulu
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Комментарии • 88

  • @Angela-ne9cy
    @Angela-ne9cy Год назад +3

    Love embracing things we may not like but trying them anyway. The Universe always finds ways to surprise us when we're open to it.

  • @shawn1869
    @shawn1869 Год назад +5

    You guys are awesome

  • @rhondalyn100
    @rhondalyn100 Год назад +7

    I think the piece I appreciate most about this channel is your "deep talk", Josh, as you provide insights you've learned from whatever particular adventure you're on. I love hearing your thoughts, feelings, ideas and conclusions. It helps put the entire video/adventure into perspective. Thanks! And keep up the great work! I love traveling with y'all. 🙂

  • @TheAirseaGo
    @TheAirseaGo Год назад +2

    Lots of Filipinos working in cruise ship. Mabuhay mga Kababayan

  • @fofita17
    @fofita17 9 месяцев назад +1

    Im a millennial…. And I loveeeeeee cruising! I’ve been cruising since I turned 21 in 2005 - it was my College graduation present to myself. I’m about to turn 40 in a couple weeks, and I’ll be going on my 26th cruise in November.
    Cruising is life for me. If I could I would do a World Voyage cruise (100+ nights onboard and circumnavigating the world).
    Cruising can be as relaxed or as active as you want it to be. I’ve met so many wonderful friends throughout the years - both other guests onboard as well as crew.
    I hope you will give cruising another trip - perhaps an European/Mediterranean cruise or Baltic or Australia or even a River cruise (though that’s different than ocean cruising). Try a different cruise line - like Virgin Voyages or Carnival or Royal.
    Itinerary & length of the cruise will have a big impact on the demographics of the guests. Alaska & 8+ day cruises attract an older crowd.

  • @murphysonthego
    @murphysonthego Год назад +4

    We did a 25 day repositioning cruise (LA to Sydney) and I would get up at 4am to get 2 hours of usable internet

    • @LisaAndJosh
      @LisaAndJosh  Год назад +1

      Woah! Was the speed much faster then?

  • @sunnydayz7232
    @sunnydayz7232 Год назад +1

    Wow wow wow I literally got emotional. How beautiful is this planet earth .

  • @bobkatc9368
    @bobkatc9368 Год назад +2

    It's best to do excursions at the tourist ports to get you out of the city.

  • @Potomacstud
    @Potomacstud Год назад +4

    This is a superb upload , i have been missing Lisa and Josh and i am so glad to be updated that they well , healthy and spreading joy to everyone they meet , they are indeed a true inspiration together with the Dynamic Duo

    • @LisaAndJosh
      @LisaAndJosh  Год назад

      🥰🥰🥰 thanks for coming along! We are well, hope you are as well!

  • @placesonthelist
    @placesonthelist 4 месяца назад

    As a retired person who has cruised over 40 times it was interesting to see your reaction to your first cruise. We have taken 3 trans Atlantic cruises home from Europe. It is a great way to relax after very busy travel schedule.

  • @moonwvr7252
    @moonwvr7252 Год назад +3

    I’ve been waiting for your new upload. Please don’t make us wait so long next time. 😀

  • @tinaperez7393
    @tinaperez7393 Год назад +1

    It's so wild to think all those beautiful amazing ridges down the Maui mountains are lava flows cooled and now covered in greenery / foliage. It's so obvious from the vantage point of out at sea. 😲🤔😊👍

  • @shinymystery
    @shinymystery Год назад +4

    I love this video specifically from all your other videos. I'm a millennial and I love cruising! I boarded the Norwegian Encore and I had a blast seeing nature in Alaska (glaciers and going to Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau!!!). Also loved go-kart racing on the ship as well. Love Hawaii as well! Only island I have not been to is Maui. But anyway, I enjoyed this video so much. It brought so many memories!

    • @LisaAndJosh
      @LisaAndJosh  Год назад +1

      Wow! Go karts on a cruise ship!? So cool! Had no idea that existed. Thanks for watching :)

  • @DiGeraghty
    @DiGeraghty Год назад +3

    I'm leaving on a cruise Sun to Fri just to relax a few days to unplug. On NCL for the 2nd time. I ended up becoming Facebook friends with some crew on my past cruises. They really become family. I just booked my 2nd Alaska cruise for next fall. I've taken my millennial kids on several cruises. Last June I did a Baltic cruise and still want to go to Norway. Loved your other series to Longyearbyen Norway.

    • @LisaAndJosh
      @LisaAndJosh  Год назад

      How fun!! Yes, we are excited to try more cruises in the future. So many fun places to visit with family and friends. Thanks for coming along

  • @dbwatx931
    @dbwatx931 8 месяцев назад +1

    Ok, so in Ketchikan you missed the Totem Pole park. You can see the native Alaskans carving the latest totem pole and hear about the process and the reason for each segment. Last time I was there they were working on a memorial totem to a photographer whose life was taken by a grizzly bear. Then, you missed the raptor center. Injured Raptors from all over are flown free on Alaskan airlines to the raptor center for rehabilitation. It’s amazing to see the bald eagles, falcons, hawks, etc recovering and seeing how it is done. All was walkable from the ship. You need to do your research. You missed a lot already. Most whale tours guarantee whale sightings as well.

  • @gwinmeyer1053
    @gwinmeyer1053 Год назад +2

    WooooHooooo! So glad to see you back !! 🌺🌊

  • @bethanyhopkins1495
    @bethanyhopkins1495 Год назад +2

    Cinnamon Toast Crunch is the BEST. Ive been on one cruise before and I don’t think it suits my style but your national park day was beautiful!

    • @LisaAndJosh
      @LisaAndJosh  Год назад +1

      we didn't think it was our style either, and honestly, when we got off the boat we were like "ehhhh, maybe we won't do this again." but now, we'd be super excited to get back on a cruise ship. so weird how that works :)
      also cinnamon toast crunch is a total S-tier cereal

  • @MrRamyon74
    @MrRamyon74 Год назад +3

    Our first cruise was 16 days and ended in Hawaii too. We went through many of the same experiences I would say. If you can stretch it, I always recommend a balcony cabin, especially in Alaska.

    • @LisaAndJosh
      @LisaAndJosh  Год назад +2

      Wow! Yes, we definitely would’ve loved the balcony especially on rough sea days!

  • @drwhotardis
    @drwhotardis Год назад +3

    You made my day at 21:50 - no sugar banana cream cake!!!!!!! Can I have a whole one?
    I enjoyed my cruise from Hawaii to Vancouver. The train ride from Vancouver to Toronto with stops along the way. Haven't worked out where to from Quebec...Ireland? Love that website you mentioned for cruises. Found a 7 night cruise out of Venice in May. Looking forward to that. Fair skies and warmish weather guys.

    • @LisaAndJosh
      @LisaAndJosh  Год назад

      Oh man, we kept going for more!!
      Ireland sounds like an awesome destination for a cruise!

  • @bruss4648
    @bruss4648 Месяц назад

    Beautiful views, great story and videos!!

  • @jensblingyadventures6546
    @jensblingyadventures6546 6 месяцев назад

    You guys did an amazing job putting this video together!!

  • @ahom9387
    @ahom9387 11 месяцев назад +1

    Loved the video! I totally agree. There’s a place for cruising as a way to vacation. It’s not going to be the same as exploring a city on foot or on your own but it gives you a flavor of each port city and overall, it gives you the opportunity to embrace slowing down. I also love it for multigenerational traveling! Grandparents and their kids and grandkids. Love that. Something for everyone. Good job with the video!

  • @MarkCMoran
    @MarkCMoran Год назад +2

    Welcome back to Hawaii! E komo mai! Maybe we'll see you randomly around Oahu somewhere. :-)

  • @jackjesse6848
    @jackjesse6848 Год назад +3

    Love your vids guys I know for a fact you'll blow up soon much love to you both I hope you guys live a happy life together and I hope you raise some great children never give up you dreams and most of all on each other😄❤️

    • @LisaAndJosh
      @LisaAndJosh  Год назад

      Aww thanks for the kind words 🥰❤️

  • @TalesFromOurPocket
    @TalesFromOurPocket Год назад +1

    Oh gosh, the captions drawn to you both made us laugh multiple times! We used to cruise a lot, and they're a great way to relax, but give me jiggly cheesecake in a back alley way instead. 😉😂

    • @LisaAndJosh
      @LisaAndJosh  Год назад +1

      Hahaha order one more for us too! :))

  • @mustloveadventure1718
    @mustloveadventure1718 Год назад +2

    Can’t wait for some Hawaii vlogs! I’ve been to Oahu and Maui for the first time since your last vlogs and would love to see more:)

  • @nitroriley857
    @nitroriley857 Год назад +3

    Wow!! Loved the entire video. I appreciate you two so very much. Seeing and experiencing that which I prob never will. So, huge thanks!!!!!

  • @iwanjones2872
    @iwanjones2872 Год назад +1

    Finally finding and getting recommended this video after seven months!
    Its amazing to relive the memories through your video.
    I can barley make it out but I'm pretty sure I'm in the hot tub at 7:57
    Was really great meeting you guys on the cruise, certainly had some fun hot tubbing!
    Safe travels friends!

    • @LisaAndJosh
      @LisaAndJosh  Год назад

      hey hey!! thanks for finding us! so awesome meeting you too! the hot tub was truly one of the best parts of the boat! happy travels :)

  • @greatlandbracelets
    @greatlandbracelets Год назад +3

    This was such a fun video! I'm so glad you enjoyed Alaska! Lisa, I've lived here nearly 18 years, and I still tear up looking at this beautiful state I call home.

    • @LisaAndJosh
      @LisaAndJosh  Год назад

      ❤️ you have such a beautiful home!

  • @sheena596-iy9xj
    @sheena596-iy9xj 6 месяцев назад

    Hey Lisa and Josh just subscribed to your channel to see all the amazing places you have been to and your videos are so amazing to watch you two are amazing people and can't wait to see more adventure videos from you wish both of you the best of luck

  • @MsMariaSierra
    @MsMariaSierra Год назад

    My husband and I have been to Alaska twice (on NCL). After we were leaving Alaska’s last port in September I asked when are we returning!! Definitely, Icy Strait (Hoonah) is my favorite. We hired a fishing tour and caught halibut, which is the best fish EVER. Of course I caught the first fish and the biggest halibut!! Incredible video guys which brought back so many memories. I’ve never been to Hawaii!

  • @joanneconstantine4159
    @joanneconstantine4159 Год назад +2

    Delighted to see the videos back!! Hoping this helps convince my husband to do a cruise 🤞🤞😂

  • @brendamclean8447
    @brendamclean8447 Год назад +3

    I really loved your cruise vlogs and all your experiences! I wish you guys would stay in Hawaii for abit and vlog, it feels like you’re home there ❤

  • @minkc11
    @minkc11 Год назад +2

    Welcome back!

  • @japantravel001
    @japantravel001 Год назад +3

    It was a great video✨
    It's nice to celebrate with you all😊
    Thank you for sharing 😊

  • @JustinBrehm
    @JustinBrehm Год назад +3

    What a great video, you are both very lucky to be having this adventure

    • @LisaAndJosh
      @LisaAndJosh  Год назад +1

      We feel so so lucky!

    • @JustinBrehm
      @JustinBrehm Год назад

      @@LisaAndJosh love all your Adventure that must be really great to get to do it

  • @DrLillian
    @DrLillian 9 месяцев назад

    Loved it! thank you for sharing all your hacks and for giving honest reviews

  • @marniart
    @marniart Год назад +1

    I’ve been watching your adventures since you were in Thailand and I live in Ketchikan… I’m so sad I didn’t know you were here! I would’ve totally played tour guide, given suggestions, or bought you a beer. I swear Ketchikan is much more than jewelry stores! Looking forward to your next adventure…

    • @LisaAndJosh
      @LisaAndJosh  Год назад +1

      Ohh that would’ve been so much fun :) we would’ve loved to see Ketchikan, we’ve heard there’s so much to see and hike around there

  • @bellaangel4422
    @bellaangel4422 9 месяцев назад

    So sad what recently happened in Maui😭 how lucky you both were to have visited such a wonderful and historic location.

  • @golfgolf7692
    @golfgolf7692 Год назад +3

    Loves ya'll content Wish at your age I would of been smart enough to just travel!!!

    • @LisaAndJosh
      @LisaAndJosh  Год назад

      :) hope you still get to travel!

  • @golfgolf7692
    @golfgolf7692 Год назад +2

    Thanks!

  • @tinaperez7393
    @tinaperez7393 Год назад +1

    Great video. Thanks for sharing. 👍❤️🔥

  • @Catlady768
    @Catlady768 Год назад +2

    I never do the tours from the ship……easily can do on own .

  • @DekDoiFromKalaLand
    @DekDoiFromKalaLand 9 месяцев назад

    I love your video. I'm curious what cruise ship you were on and what season did you go? It seemed vary rainy/cloudy in Alaska.

  • @ValenciaJohnson-oe4un
    @ValenciaJohnson-oe4un 6 месяцев назад

    Beautiful trip. What cruise line and ship did you guys take? Thanks for sharing.

  • @Walts-Travel
    @Walts-Travel Год назад +1

    Alright I'm ready. Take ✌️

    • @LisaAndJosh
      @LisaAndJosh  Год назад +1

      :) how's your travel going? loving your IG posts

    • @Walts-Travel
      @Walts-Travel Год назад

      @Lisa and Josh well the post is one thing. I have enough video stuff to go 2 months without repeating anything. What's actually going on behind the scenes 😳. Yeah, let's just say I have to go to the American Embassy tomorrow.

    • @Walts-Travel
      @Walts-Travel Год назад

      @@LisaAndJosh also make sure you hit the like 👍🏻 on the reels. It helps with the algorithm. 😉

  • @dena-mo118
    @dena-mo118 Год назад +2

    Ask the crew if you want to know where to find free or almost free WiFi in ports.

    • @LisaAndJosh
      @LisaAndJosh  Год назад

      great tip! we saw almost all of them at the same spots at port and would join them in our internet binges :)

  • @AF-ep5df
    @AF-ep5df Год назад +2

    I'm sorry, but I don't agree. We are doing 2-3 cruises per year and you guys just did it wrong. We always have a plan for all ports and most of the time we do it individually. We pre-book a local tour, a car or we use puplic transportation. But to make the most out of it you need a good plan.

    • @LisaAndJosh
      @LisaAndJosh  Год назад

      no need to apologize for disagreeing--sounds like a good way to do it. we definitely are more of the go with the flow kind of travelers, so can see how that didn't work out the way we thought

  • @adventuretravelromance
    @adventuretravelromance 5 месяцев назад

    Good video. Is this cruise was in September, after summer and much of the ice and snow had melted? What percent of the staff was Filipino? What other countries and percentages? Did you meet any interesting passengers on the cruise?

  • @chrisandsara
    @chrisandsara Год назад +1

    You really have us considering taking a cruise as a positioning tactic. Maybe to or from Europe? 🧐
    Really well don't video, guys! Super helpful for us fellow millennials who thought we'd never be cruise people. 😅

    • @LisaAndJosh
      @LisaAndJosh  Год назад

      :):)
      Which one you thinking of? Just saw a Sydney - Vancouver one for real cheap!

  • @markduffey
    @markduffey Месяц назад

    Where did you find the cheap cruise? I remember you talking about it but can't find the website.

  • @officialkespyee4379
    @officialkespyee4379 Год назад +1

    Awesome

  • @gargar8
    @gargar8 Год назад +1

    Kamusta :)

  • @DragonDragon-ym4gs
    @DragonDragon-ym4gs 9 месяцев назад

    They have laundry rooms on the cruise

  • @wademurphy5722
    @wademurphy5722 Год назад +1

    I want your lives ❤

  • @keangwooichoo6138
    @keangwooichoo6138 Год назад

    Alaska is freezing cold

  • @paulg9667
    @paulg9667 Год назад +1

    Wrong. Millennials are definitely the target market for cruises. You went on one of NCL's oldest and arguably worst ships, which was why you found a good price. The ship is small by today's standards, having been built back in the 1990s. It's old, outdated, and notoriously lacks activities, technology, entertainment, specialty dining, and modern facilities found on new cruise ships. You also went on a long repositioning cruise that notoriously attracts older clientele. If you had chosen a port-intensive mediterranean cruise on the Celebrity Edge or the Celebrity Beyond, or a week-long Caribbean cruise on the NCL Prima or Wonder of the Seas, you would have a completely different idea of cruising. Not everyone goes on cruises to relax, and more cruise lines than not target millennials these days. Worth noting, many of the new ships by Celebrity, Royal Caribbean and Virgin have even been said to completely alienate the older, more traditional cruisers of the past. I suggest you give cruising another try, but you need to do your research if you're going to make such blanket statements as, "cruising isn't for millennials." You picked the wrong cruise.

  • @Michelleeew
    @Michelleeew 3 месяца назад

    There’s no food there

  • @dbwatx931
    @dbwatx931 8 месяцев назад

    You are on a ship NOT a boat.