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Italy Cruise on P&O Azura - VLOG 4 - Rome
Come with us on our adventures as we attempt to "do Italy" on a P&O Cruise.
Our 3rd port stop was Civitivecchia which is the rather busy cruise port for Rome. It is though 90 mins by road from the port into Rome. There are options to take trains into the city that many cruise passengers opt for. However the majority do opt for a cruise line excursion as we did on this occasion. A last minute booking for the "Rome on your own" excursion by P&O.
A pleasant coach ride in and armed with a map we set about making the most of the 5 1/2 hours we were given to explore this legendary city and all it's historical marvels.
Dropped off at the Colloseum, we explored on foot realising quickly that we'd never have enough time in Rome to do it justice. But we did have a great time and ticked off some of the must see locations such as the Trevi Fountain, Spanish Steps and the magnificent Pantheon.
So much more to see so we will return for a longer city break for sure.
These VLOGS are about Us and our views and opinions on this cruise, what works and what doesnt. Drawing on our experiences of 13 cruises on several cruise lines, we tell it straight and give praise where the cruise lines gets it right.
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Can you do Italy on a Cruise? Part 3 - CALVI
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Enjoy our cruise diaries series as we sail on P&O Azura to experience what Italy has to offer the cruise passenger. In this 3rd episode a change in itinerary saw us visit Calvi on the island of Corsica. With no plans made we took the tender ashore and explored the three distinct areas of this picture postcard resort with it's medieval citadel and extensive stretches of golden sands. What a find...
Italy Cruise on P&O Azura - VLOG 3 - Calvi
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Come with us on our adventures as we attempt to "do Italy" on a P&O Cruise. Our 2nd port stop wasnt in Italy but in Calvi in Corsica. This was a change to the itinerary but was a really pleasant surprise. It was tender port and how did P&O organise getting over 3000 passengers off and back on the ship? Well it didnt exactly run smoothly. Calvi is in a picture postcard setting, sitting in a beau...
Italy Cruise on P&O Azura - VLOG 2 - Pisa & Florence
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Come with us on our adventures as we attempt to "do Italy" on a P&O Cruise. Our 1st port stop was La Spezia and in this VLOG we take you with us as we did our Cruise Line Excursion to both Pisa and Florence. Can you really do both these cities justice in a day trip? Is there more to Pisa than just a wonky tower? What are the chances of getting anywhere near the cultural atractions of Florence? ...
Can you do Italy on a Cruise? Part 2 - PISA & FLORENCE
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Enjoy our cruise diaries series as we sail on P&O Azura to experience what Italy has to offer the cruise passenger. In this 2nd episode we dock in La Spezia but are whisked away on an excursion to experience the delightful cities of Pisa and Florence. But can you really do both of these cities in a single day? Enjoy our narrated experiences as we get to prop up the Leaning Tower...along with ev...
Can you do Italy on a Cruise? Part 1 - Embarkation and Sea Day
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Enjoy our cruise diaries series as we sail on P&O Azura to experience what Italy has to offer the cruise passenger. Our week long cruise will take us from Valletta in Malta up to La Spezia where we will take in Pisa and Florence. Then diverting to the Corsican port of Calvi before heading to Civitivecchia where we'll attempt to do Rome in a Day. Finally travelling to Naples where we aim to take...
Italy Cruise on P&O Azura - VLOG 1 - Embarkation and Sea Day
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Come with us on our adventures as we attempt to "do Italy" on a P&O Cruise. Our week aboard P&O Azura will take us from Valletta in Malta up to La Spezia where we will take in Pisa and Florence. Then diverting to the Corsican port of Calvi before heading to Civitivecchia where we'll attempt to do Rome in a Day. Finally travelling to Naples where we aim to take in Pompeii. A busy week in store b...
P&O Azura 3 Minute Balcony Cabin Tour
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Sailing on P&O Azura? Want to see what a balcony cabin is like? This video shows you around our cabin A330 in just 3 minutes. Pointing out all the key features and giving you our thoughts as to how this cabins compares with others, this is the only video you need to get you ready for your stay in a balcony cabin aboard Azura. Please subscribe to see more content like this - youtube.com/@CooksEx...
MSC Armonia in 2 Minutes
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Considering a cruise on MSC Armonia? This 2 minute sequence showcases what this ship has to offer passengers. Can face watching a 20 minute ship tour video? Just want a taster of what life is like onboard MSC Armonia? Then this is the video for you! #cruisevlog #msc #msccruises #mscarmonia #cruiseship #inthemood #cruiseshiptour Please subscribe to see more content like this - youtube.com/@Cooks...
P&O IONA in 2 Minutes
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Considering a cruise on P&O Iona? This 2 minute sequence showcases what this ship has to offer passengers. Time to get excited! Can face watching a 20 minute ship tour video? Just want a taster of what life is like onboard P&O Iona? Then this is the video for you! #cruisevlog #p&o #p&oiona #iona #cruiseship #inthemood Please subscribe to see more content like this - youtube.com/@CooksExplore?su...
Alaska or Norway? Which Should be Your Next Cruise?
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A Cruise to Alaska or Norway can provide you with a life changing holiday experience wiith both destinations rich with stunning scenery and fascinating local culture. But if you had to choose between these two destinations, what considerations would you need to take into account? This video explores what these two premier cruise destinations have to offer the cruise passenger. We examine the ke...
Souda / Chania - 2 minute Cruise Tip - Great Beach
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Are you looking for #Thingstodoinsoudabay when visiting in a cruise ship? If you are cruising into Souda Bay in Crete, like many passengers, you maybe considering exploring the nearby city of Chania? This would be a wise choice as Chania has so much to offer, historic old town, Venetian citadel walls, a gorgeous harbourside area and also a golden sandy beach that is often overlooked by cruise p...
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  • @justramblinaround
    @justramblinaround 6 годин тому

    What a great day looked like you took some great pics enjoyed the narration asnyou took us on the tour and then showed scenes of your enjoying your ice cream, then the beer and pizza this was great filming and editing and the format you did this in was fantastic!! We do have this as one of the top 5 locations we are considering for next years cruise! 😊 well done cooks!! Also great tips and recommendations and warnings!! 😊 well done!! This is so good Ron will also be watching it later! Excellent!

  • @sharonwhite1985
    @sharonwhite1985 15 годин тому

    I love the that style of wardrobe (Same on some of the princess ships e.g Ruby) as the hanging rail is high enough for full length dresses (I’m 5’8) On so many ships I have to fold dresses at the waist so they don’t get wrapped around shoes. You also answered what I was trying to find out about USB sockets.

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 15 годин тому

      Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment too. We definitely agree with you. The high hanging rail is so helpful. The USB ports is a mystery as we couldn’t find them at all. Thx again

  • @baz5973
    @baz5973 День тому

    Well balanced review, thanks for your time and effort, cheers.

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore День тому

      Thank you - Really appreciate your feedback. Thank you for watching and support our channel.

  • @captaindandy1
    @captaindandy1 3 дні тому

    Thanks for the very informative and entertaining videos and I can't wait for the Naples one,we have booked the Azura for next year,Greek islands cruise and our first one also,looking forward to it

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 3 дні тому

      Thank you so much for these kind words! Really appreciated.. The Greek Islands on a cruise is simply wonderful and we are sure you’ll have an amazing adventure on Azura. A lovely 1st cruise too .. Hope it’s the 1st of many.. Thx again

  • @justramblinaround
    @justramblinaround 4 дні тому

    Fireworks what a bonus! This was a busy ship looking forward to seeing what yoir final thoughts are we are thinking about trying other ships and we actually have Italy as one of our top 5 trips we are considering for next year so this is going to be a great trip to observe. Oh that dinner looked so yummy! Thx for sharing!😊

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 4 дні тому

      Thx for coming back to join us ! We’d just love to see you guys Ramblin on this side of the pond ! Italy is some place .. We think you’d be in your element there ! We’ve been running this series in two distinct formats .. One VLOG style like this video and a parallel video of the same day in a narrated sequence style with bits to camera like you guys do .. Why not check out our day in Pisa and Florence in this other format at the link below - be good to get your feedback on the two different formats .. Thx again Can you do Italy on a Cruise? Part 2 - PISA & FLORENCE ua-cam.com/video/0woXeicPy-A/v-deo.html

  • @GENerationXplorers
    @GENerationXplorers 4 дні тому

    You really made the most of your time in Rome and saw some of the main attractions even tried McDonald’s 😂 shame about the lack of loos especially when there is water from free taps on every corner! Hope your elderly family member is ok always a setback when something like that happens! There is way too much going on in Rome defo needs more than one day! Quick question did your drinks last you that long or were there off screen refills? ❤

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 4 дні тому

      Thank you guys - You are dead right - Far too much going on in Rome .. Thx for the concern over family member. It was quite serious but thankfully they are still here. The drinks question is a good one .. There are so many fountains that you can fill water bottles from around the city .. We used them to refill and keep hydrated and it’s so refreshing the water - absolutely delicious and fresh .. we saw locals doing similar and thought what the heck .. There are so many street sellers trying to sell you water in plastic bottles .. There are are paid and free water bottles filling points around too - These modern machines had big queues of tourists waiting to fill their bottles even though a hundred yds away was often a free to use old fountain dispensing the same water and used by locals chuckling at the queueing tourists. Thx again for all your support

  • @carolerossiter7405
    @carolerossiter7405 5 днів тому

    Thanks for this blog and thse information. My husband and I are going to be on this cruise in a couple of weeks

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 5 днів тому

      Thank you for watching and taking time to comment too! Appreciated! .. We are sure you’ll have a great cruise .. These are wonderful places to visit .. Thx again

  • @TravellingLightLisa
    @TravellingLightLisa 5 днів тому

    A timely reminder that a whistle-stop cruise excursion to Rome is nowhere near long enough. We had a great day but never got to the Spanish Steps. There is so much to see. We need to go back on a land based visit. Cheers guys. X

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 5 днів тому

      Isn’t it ! Thx again guys and like you we are planning a return.

  • @stefanufer608
    @stefanufer608 6 днів тому

    Cliched, boring and overrated

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 6 днів тому

      It’s certainly expensive - Thx for watching

  • @jameshunter2993
    @jameshunter2993 6 днів тому

    Very biased towards PO but unfair comparrison in both ships and prices MSC and Marella are budget cruises PO have a tradition of cruising. Very biased.

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 6 днів тому

      Thanks for watching and sharing your views .. And whilst I don’t agree that we’ve been biased here - we do value your opinions so thank you. We’ve done a few of these comparison videos now and if you’ve watched those you’d see we are definitely not biased towards P&O and we do call out a poor experience when we get them .. Thank you again

  • @PostcardAndAPint
    @PostcardAndAPint 7 днів тому

    Catching up on the Cooks! Loving the balcony cam! The med looks so calm. Looking forward to this series already! Rome and Pompeu have done it for us! Never been to La spezia. Ah a lovely sleepy sea day, the best! You two scrub up well!! We love a dated comedian lost in the 80's!! Promenade deck looks lovely. Love it guys 🍻

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 7 днів тому

      Aah thx so much.. very kind of you - yes this was a great start to a brilliant holiday. We very rarely go for the balcony but it was only £60 dearer to book and we really got a lot of enjoyment from the balcony. It’s been interesting seeing how the two formats of VLOGS are received by our UA-cam audience too.. Thx for all the support and feedback.

  • @helenlamb4562
    @helenlamb4562 7 днів тому

    Thank you some really good information. Not sure you can compare prices fairly when 1 had a long haul flight included

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 7 днів тому

      Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment too. Your point is a good one and in the video I did comment on this but also that the pppn basis for this Marella Long Haul Marella Cruise was cheaper than the short haul Marella Cruise we took 6 months previously to try and balance out this point .. Given the long haul nature of the Marella Cruise we felt we had good value and also that was a brilliant destination experience too.. but our continued experience is that Marella do work out a little more expensive on a pppn basis ..Thank you again

  • @angusmackenzie5925
    @angusmackenzie5925 7 днів тому

    Good video and insight but English football and formal dress, no thanks ☹️

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 7 днів тому

      Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment too ! Appreciated and yes that was a weird experience watching the Premier League - A little on the crazy side 😂…Thx again

  • @tesswood3471
    @tesswood3471 7 днів тому

    Thank you, this was a well made and informative video, much appreciated.

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 7 днів тому

      Thank you ! Thats very kind of you and we really appreciate you taking time to comment.. Hope you are planning a wonderful trip .

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 7 днів тому

      Thank you ! Thats very kind of you and we really appreciate you taking time to comment.. Hope you are planning a wonderful trip .

  • @user-us9cf1ct9s
    @user-us9cf1ct9s 10 днів тому

    Wow! So beautiful 😍

  • @TravellingLightLisa
    @TravellingLightLisa 10 днів тому

    I always like a nice cake!! We've never been to this part of Corsica but it looked lovely. Tender ports are always a bit of pain especially if you are in full sun. Thank goodness for the man with the hose. Another great vlog guys. Enjoyed experiencing it with you.

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 10 днів тому

      Thank you !🙏… This was a really nice place and a good alternative to Ajaccio … The fisherman with the hose was a local hero - Thx again for all your support

  • @yasminshikingmission
    @yasminshikingmission 10 днів тому

    Very beautiful 😊💛

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 10 днів тому

      Thank you - It was a beautiful experience

  • @georgesciriha7497
    @georgesciriha7497 10 днів тому

    Very lovely video! Very interesting, historical and beautiful sights. Thanks!

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 10 днів тому

      Thank you for watching and taking time to comment too! Appreciated… We loved Valletta so much we are heading back there for a city break shortly .. It’s a beautiful city that sweats history and culture. We’ll pop up some more Valletta content when we get back.. Thx again

  • @rochellerobinson2882
    @rochellerobinson2882 11 днів тому

    Thanks for sharing this video, i myself are coming next year to the Rodos star with my little girl. Ive seen some really bad reviews about this place and im nervous about coming. What was the area like around the pool? Was it busy and full?

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 11 днів тому

      Thx for watching and reaching out. Pls don’t worry about your trip .. We found it to be fine and a nice little hotel .. not posh or plush but fine for us. We had to pay a little extra for the use of a safe and for air con … The pool area can get busy but everyone seemed to be having a fun time. Hope you have a great trip.

  • @mtek334
    @mtek334 11 днів тому

    Its Gangway not Gangplank

  • @eivindkaisen6838
    @eivindkaisen6838 11 днів тому

    The Three Swords monument (Sverd i stein) marks the unification of Norway around 872-900 CE. Harald Fairhair beat the last chieftains at the battle of Hafrsfjord and thus became king of all of Norway. The three swords are a sign of peace in that the king's sword (the one with the crown) is inserted into the rocks next to the chieftains' two so that theoy should never be used again. (That didn't actually happen but that's the symbolsm behind the monument.)

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 11 днів тому

      Brilliant ! Thanks for adding that context to the wonderful monument !

  • @HikinukiWorldTour-pk8dd
    @HikinukiWorldTour-pk8dd 14 днів тому

    Found your channel from this video and subscribed! We are a fairly new UA-cam channel and are going on a cruise out of Trieste this September. This port is one of our stops and we are completely unfamiliar with it. Thanks for the overview!

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 14 днів тому

      Thank you so much for watching and subscribing too ! It really is appreciated.. We loved our cruise down the Adriatic and are sure you’ll have a great time.. Thank you again ..

  • @HarshasRecipe
    @HarshasRecipe 14 днів тому

    It's very beautiful and great presentation, thanks for the wonderful video👍❤

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 14 днів тому

      Aaaahhhh ! Thank you ! 🙏 That means a lot to us - Appreciate you watching and taking the time to comment too !

  • @gordybe1956
    @gordybe1956 14 днів тому

    Thanks for the great cabin tour, joining Azura in 3 weeks time. I noticed the shower gel & shampoo in the shower but Could I just ask there is liquid soap in the bathroom? Many thanks, happy cruising.

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 14 днів тому

      Thanks so much for watching! It’s appreciated… And yes there is a bottle of liquid soap next to the sink. It’s the same brand as the shower gel and shampoo 🧴 in a white bottle. Thx again and have a great cruise

    • @gordybe1956
      @gordybe1956 14 днів тому

      @@CooksExplore many thanks, hope you’ve got more raises planned 🙂👍

  • @GENerationXplorers
    @GENerationXplorers 14 днів тому

    Hello Lord & Lady Cruise! Lovely Balcony that! Embarkation day sounded a long day! Gosh it is a very busy ship thank god for your balcony! Burnt under your bikini ouch at least you had good after sun! Glass house looked good! Shame you missed the sunset but nice shots! Nice relaxed chilled out first day! Spoiler alert on IG you get your Pisa shot 😉😘

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 14 днів тому

      Thx You Guys - Rumbled by Insta!! Yes it was a good start to our trip .. Also interesting to see how the two video formats are comparing .. Thx again

  • @markosborne2765
    @markosborne2765 16 днів тому

    Such a shame you didn't compare like with like cruises & provided a floored analysis. A cruise with a long haul flight to the far East is always going to be more pppn compared to a European cruise!

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 16 днів тому

      Firstly thank you for watching and taking the time to share your thoughts. We do value peoples opinions on what we create …so thank you. I am not sure we agree with the point you raise about the price comparison as in the video we did point out that Marella’s pricing for a short hall cruise to the Adriatic at the end of 2023 was more expensive on a pppn basis than the long haul in this video. All Marella cruises we have compared in this series of comparison videos have exceeded the pppn indicated in this video for both P&O and MSC… But we hope that our love and appreciation of Marella comes over … And in our previous two Comparison videos Marella have come out on top… … Thank you again and hope you have some good trips planned .

  • @maisiet
    @maisiet 17 днів тому

    I was just scrolling through my UA-cam and came across this video! I was on this cruise at the exact same time as you, but did two weeks including the week before. I hope you had a lovely time!

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 17 днів тому

      Hi 👋 - Thanks for reaching out ! Hope you had a great cruise too? Thanks for watching our VLOG - We are running a cruise diary series concurrently for this cruise too - A different take on our experience aboard Azura - If you are interested then I’ll pop the link below - Some different footage and a few different stories .. Thx again and hope you have more adventures planned ua-cam.com/video/6NPuR6L9ZrA/v-deo.htmlsi=h-6mWZJ9L-lNBLIi

  • @ady44a
    @ady44a 18 днів тому

    We were on last week too 🎉

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 18 днів тому

      Thanks for watching - We hope you enjoyed the cruise last week? What were your highlights?

  • @TravellingLightLisa
    @TravellingLightLisa 18 днів тому

    Great vlog guys. Enjoyed this style. Food looked lovely. You have a good choice in authors...as an ex librarian I love a good Stephen King book. The balcony cabin looked great. Malta does fireworks very well. Look forward to more of your adventures soon. ❤

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 18 днів тому

      Thx Lisa - Love a good gripping read on holiday. The balcony cabin was really good value and only £60 more than the inside cabin when Si booked - A good find by our travel agent ! Thx again for all your support.

  • @NamyDoesCruising
    @NamyDoesCruising 18 днів тому

    Awww, it’s really lovely to see this ship. We sailed on her last year 😀 Thank you for the video.

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 18 днів тому

      Thanks for taking the time to comment guys. We also sailed on her last year too. Where did you sail to ?

    • @NamyDoesCruising
      @NamyDoesCruising 18 днів тому

      @@CooksExplore We visited the Canary Islands, where did you sail to last year? You obviously enjoyed your cruise to sail on Azura again?! 😃

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 18 днів тому

      @namydoescruising - Thx yes we remember those VLOGS now you mention it - You ended up on an excursion with a silly sales pitch … Last year we sailed the Eastern Mediterranean on Azura - Good ports to visit - Well done on the 1000 !! And more fun ahead .. Thx Guys

    • @NamyDoesCruising
      @NamyDoesCruising 17 днів тому

      @@CooksExplore Yeah - that was the one! We love the Eastern Mediterranean, you can't really go wrong there! Thank you both!

  • @NamyDoesCruising
    @NamyDoesCruising 19 днів тому

    Nostalgia!!! 😭😭 She was the one who started it all! Our very first ship! ❤

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 19 днів тому

      Those 1st cruise memories… Thomson Celebration for us .. Thx for watching and taking time to comment

    • @NamyDoesCruising
      @NamyDoesCruising 19 днів тому

      ​@@CooksExplore Oh most definitely! We never got to try Celebration sadly ☹️ You're most welcome! 😊

  • @NamyDoesCruising
    @NamyDoesCruising 19 днів тому

    Nostalgia!!! 😭😭 She was the one who started it all! Our very first ship! ❤

  • @NamyDoesCruising
    @NamyDoesCruising 19 днів тому

    This a a great video! Extremely detailed. Oh dear, we must be raging alcoholics haha!! 😂 P&O’s drinks packages aren’t the cheapest, but they’re certainly more affordable than some of the other mainstream cruise lines! We definitely fall into the category of not wanting to worry about an expensive bill at the end of our cruise, and we can’t recommended Marella enough! 😃

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 19 днів тому

      Thx for watching guys … Much respect for getting good value out of the drinks package … That’s a party 🎉… Appreciate the support

  • @PostcardAndAPint
    @PostcardAndAPint 19 днів тому

    Love the walk in wardrobe that's such a great idea. That is a snug bathroom. Lovely cabin - one day we'll be able to afford a balcony! At the moment we'll take more cruises on inside cabins! Cheers 🍻

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 19 днів тому

      Thank you - We normally opt for inside cabins too but for only £60 extra we could not turn this down … And we certainly did not regret it - The best decision we made on this holiday. Thx for watching and supporting as always .. If you can grab a balcony for Norway 🇳🇴 - Imagine those morning sail in down the Fjords .. wow

  • @PostcardAndAPint
    @PostcardAndAPint 19 днів тому

    We definitely need to give MSC a go. It looks glitzy and less vintage than Costa. I know you had a very unique experience shall we say, but they looks lovely ships 🍻

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 19 днів тому

      Thank you - Yes Unique is a word you could use .. We know loads of MSC fans but we also know loads of those who are not fans and know a few who were fans and are now not - Seems it’s a lottery but hopefully you’ll have a great experience.. Thx again for your support

  • @PostcardAndAPint
    @PostcardAndAPint 19 днів тому

    This was a lovely reminder of Iona. Cheers 🍻

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 19 днів тому

      Thank you Guys - We’ve both had awesome adventures on this beautiful ship ! Cheers 🥂

  • @PostcardAndAPint
    @PostcardAndAPint 19 днів тому

    Can we do both please???? I think Norway will come first for us, but Alaska looks amazing too. Great video guys 🍻

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 19 днів тому

      Please please do both - What great adventures you’ll have !

  • @TravellingLightLisa
    @TravellingLightLisa 19 днів тому

    Great review guys. Love the wardrobe space. Those older ships definitely have more storage room. I'd rather have a smaller bathroom but more storage. Nice balcony. Hope the kettle was clean! Hope you had a wonderful time onboard. Look forward to seeing more of your adventures 😊

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 19 днів тому

      Thank you Guys - Yes we loved the space too. Our cabin steward was really good too and kept everything spotless and clean - We learned something Interesting about the cabin bathrooms that explains why so many of the older and more experienced stewards opt for the older P&O ships .. Apparently many choose ships like Aurora/Arcadia/Ventura/Azura because the bathrooms are smaller and have shower curtains.. In their experience these bathrooms are easier to clean and create less strain on elbows and shoulders which can get painful with cleaning many larger bathrooms with shower screens..

  • @GENerationXplorers
    @GENerationXplorers 19 днів тому

    Netty that selfie mirror pose really tickled us 🤣 great review guys it’s a nice cabin! Biscuits didn’t last long! Outside space is always important to us so love the balcony! Take 6? Good going 🤣❤️

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 19 днів тому

      Thank you Guys - Biscuits never last long when Si is around 😂… Takes 1-5 would at some point help make a good bloopers video … must get round to that .. Thx again

  • @keithdavis6852
    @keithdavis6852 22 дні тому

    Be there in 2 weeks. Definitely looking forward to giggles and bubbles.

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 22 дні тому

      How jealous are we!! We love Tromso and can’t wait to go back for more giggles and bubbles …, We hope you enjoy this wonderful place . Thx for watching 👀

  • @garrysacramento7806
    @garrysacramento7806 23 дні тому

    That's awesome. Thank you for sharing

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 22 дні тому

      Thank you for watching… We loved our day in Skagway .. Hope you are planning a trip there soon?

  • @simracer1256
    @simracer1256 23 дні тому

    P&O yer naff

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 23 дні тому

      Thanks for watching - Consistency is P&O’s weakness . They can be brilliant as we found out in May on Iona and downright ordinary and underwhelming as in this video and the cruise we are currently on.. Consistency on the other hand is what Marella do .. It’s never amazing but always good we’ve found ..Thx again

  • @GENerationXplorers
    @GENerationXplorers 27 днів тому

    Omg a fussball table would love ago of that with you Lady Cruise! These cruise tours in a nutshell are just brilliant ! Wow that sunset 🌅 Have a great weekend lovelies 🤴👸 🚢 ❤

    • @TravellingLightLisa
      @TravellingLightLisa 27 днів тому

      Always nice to see a library on board a ship. Lovely to see around MSC Armonia. Hope it didn't bring back any trauma for you guys! Good job 😁👍

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 27 днів тому

      Thx Guys - Yes it was a memorable cruise for all the wrong reasons but hopefully this video will hearten those who’ve booked a trip aboard

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 27 днів тому

      Thank you Guys - Netty is a fussball demon ! Appreciate your support as always - Today Pisa instead of Pizza

    • @GENerationXplorers
      @GENerationXplorers 26 днів тому

      @@CooksExplore Are you currently cruising then? X

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 26 днів тому

      @@GENerationXplorers - Hi Nick & Jill - We are indeed .. And it’s hot hot hot 🥵

  • @johnwhite1832
    @johnwhite1832 27 днів тому

    Going in September

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore 27 днів тому

      Have a fantastic time and thx for watching

  • @GENerationXplorers
    @GENerationXplorers Місяць тому

    Hello Lord & Lady Cruise this was great and hopefully helpful for people planning their next cruise! Both places looked awesome! The glacier hiking and reindeer farms looked incredible! That shot of you with the northern lights is fabulous 💃❤️

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore Місяць тому

      Thank you Guys - We have had such amazing experiences in both these destinations. We’d highly recommend them both. The glacier hike we did and the Northern lights are very much personal highlights of all the travelling we’ve done over the years. Thank you again and a GenX special from the Arctic Circle is a must watch !!

  • @MelissaCSV
    @MelissaCSV Місяць тому

    Great videos guys. Just wondering how long this hike is?

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore Місяць тому

      Thank you for watching our video - We’d recommend you allow 2-3 hours for the round trip .. If you are super fit you can be quicker for sure .. Hope you have a great trip and get to make this brilliant climb.

  • @LifeistooshortCK
    @LifeistooshortCK Місяць тому

    Great tips. They will be very useful. Thank you ❤️👍

    • @CooksExplore
      @CooksExplore Місяць тому

      Thank you - Really appreciate you taking time to feedback your comments! Hope you have some amazing adventures planned? Thx again