An honest review of our Asia Cunard cruise holiday, wtih Bali at the beginning and Tokyo at the end!

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  • Опубліковано 15 жов 2024

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  • @kindnesscake2819
    @kindnesscake2819 Місяць тому +1

    Hi Helen 🌹 So pleased your delightful channel randomly recommended on my feed… one happy new subscriber !

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Місяць тому +1

      What a lovely message.
      Welcome and thank you xx

  • @josephaquigley9640
    @josephaquigley9640 Рік тому +6

    Welcome back, maybe I’m wrong to read between the lines but I think the cruise may have been a lot of bother. Would you go again?

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Рік тому

      Well, there were a lot of trials and tribulations, but we did see a lot of countries in a short space of time and for that it was brilliant. I would do another for the same reasons, but I think I would look at smaller ships next time. xx

  • @heatherdouglas-palumberi8297
    @heatherdouglas-palumberi8297 Рік тому +10

    So good that you are back, safe and sound with some great stories to tell, and all those super memories! Though it’s a bit nuts, have to admit that I have been really looking forward to your return (to your hall and all)! You brighten many days, including mine!

  • @michellecarters5497
    @michellecarters5497 Рік тому +6

    Welcome home, Helen and Rob xx

  • @heatherscott9239
    @heatherscott9239 Рік тому +13

    Welcome home Helen. Lovely to see you. I’ve been following your holiday journey and it looked fabulous. But it’s always nice to come home I think. No place like home !

  • @renablythman6243
    @renablythman6243 Рік тому +4

    Lovely to see you back safe and well, you're made me want pearls as you really suit them, I think all your outfits you had on looked expensive with your jewerly, then you would remind us what you had paid for them ,and it was hard to believe the bargains you managed to find, I look forward to seeing what you will be showing us helen now that you are back,❤ ❤

  • @annemackle3625
    @annemackle3625 Рік тому

    I enjoyed hearing about your cruise. I really couldn't do the queueing. I read the sun article online and left a message on the comments on the last video. What good publicly for you chanel. I love the greetings cards, anyone would be thrilled to recieve one on their birthday.

  • @kathleenholliday5910
    @kathleenholliday5910 Рік тому

    Haloo Helen! Enjoy all the craik & photos etc. I think,in the pics of you & Rob together,you look like filmstars! Looking forward to your next vlog. (Saw the article in the Sun, & wondered how you'd feel about it. ❤ Love spending time with you
    x

  • @audreydorey2904
    @audreydorey2904 Рік тому +8

    Lovely to have you back Helen 😍thank you for being so honest.XX

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Рік тому

      Thank you xx

    • @helenfisher1299
      @helenfisher1299 Рік тому

      Helloo so good to see you back.I tried to pick upon my hols in Spain but wifi not great. Love your top tips. Did a Seaborn Carribean trip many years ago. Excellent! Did our own Island tours by locals.

  • @elianneluxton1730
    @elianneluxton1730 Рік тому

    I’ve missed our “chats” so glad you’re back!

  • @effielarkin3044
    @effielarkin3044 Рік тому

    It's just great that you are sharing your trip with us.

  • @fionafrazer8820
    @fionafrazer8820 Рік тому +5

    I'm sure you're glad to be home, but hope that you still consider it the trip of a lifetime. Jet lag is never good - hope you recover from it soon. I lived in Asia for several years, albeit 30 years ago now, but loved every minute of it, and always want others to feel that way too! I'm not a cruise person (only ever been on one, and it wasn't for me), but know loads of people that absolutely adore cruising, and can't wait to go on more. Glad to have. you back - look forward to seeing more "hauls in your hall"!

  • @sabinabirnie3761
    @sabinabirnie3761 Рік тому +5

    Hi Helen, welcome home, it looks like you had a wonderful time but tiring. I’m looking forward to hearing all about your adventures.

  • @tinadavis3333
    @tinadavis3333 Рік тому +4

    Welcome home Helen. Thankyou for sharing you're holiday experiences. Really loved it. Looking forward to the live I look out for that thankyou Helen so much. 👍🤗

  • @JuneBraham-nu8uj
    @JuneBraham-nu8uj Рік тому

    Love the first dress you should keep it. Love the rain coat too and of course Dolly x

  • @dagnolia6004
    @dagnolia6004 Рік тому

    you may think you "jumped around" in this vid; but i thought it was BRILLIANT. so thorough and inclusive. thank you thank you thank you!

  • @maryjanegrosclaude1913
    @maryjanegrosclaude1913 Рік тому

    Hi Helen, Glad you are back.

  • @sandrapaterson8678
    @sandrapaterson8678 Рік тому +4

    Hello Helen 👋 you're looking fabulous. Lovely to see you back safe and well. Hope you get a satisfactory reply from Cunard! Look forward to your live xx

  • @berylmullen6686
    @berylmullen6686 Рік тому +1

    Welcome home, phew I feel exhausted just listening to your vlog! It all sounds very interesting, I'm glad it went so well. Xx

  • @gwenmassey7631
    @gwenmassey7631 Рік тому +1

    So glad you are home safe & sound.

  • @margopaton3240
    @margopaton3240 Рік тому +1

    I could listen to you all day, talking about your holiday experiences. It’s so very interesting. It’s great to have you back home though. That’s a dream I will never have myself. You are looking really glamorous, as always. Thanks for sharing your videos. 😊

  • @ruthcadman2601
    @ruthcadman2601 Рік тому +4

    Hellllllooooo!
    You can have a good rest now you are home.
    Lovely to see Dolly ❤

  • @marysmith8876
    @marysmith8876 Рік тому +2

    Hi there, lively to see you back safe and sound. Have a great week🎉

  • @jenniferchamberlain7462
    @jenniferchamberlain7462 Рік тому +1

    Thoroughly enjoyed your “round up” video - useful tips to remember. Glad you had fun.

  • @yvonnebaptiste7505
    @yvonnebaptiste7505 Рік тому +4

    Welcome home, it's good to have you back! Thankyou for the wrap up of the holiday and tips and tricks you have shared. Look forward to the hauls in the hall and a live video.

  • @margaretdungan6529
    @margaretdungan6529 Рік тому

    I’ve missed you and your hall Helen, so welcome home. Thank you for taking the time to give us your fashion shows and news of your daily activities, which was nice to hear. I agree that the ship’s excursions are very expensive, as are the excursions on bus trips, the only advantage being that you don’t have to wait in long queues and can go straight through, so a private excursion is more fun and a great cost saver. I hope you really enjoyed this wonderful holiday and had a lot of fun!❤

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Рік тому

      We had a great time, thank you. And thank you for watching xx

  • @lynnettealba4614
    @lynnettealba4614 Рік тому +1

    Lovely to see you back Helen …

  • @carolhughes312
    @carolhughes312 Рік тому +1

    Brilliant - nice to her all about it. Good to hear the not so good as well as the good - keeps it real.

  • @aliceinwonderland.2080
    @aliceinwonderland.2080 Рік тому +5

    Welcome back Helen! Today was a very informative video and will give people who are going on a cruise themselves a very good insight into the ups and downs they might face. I’m so pleased you and Rob had a wonderful trip.💖🌸

  • @lynnettealba4614
    @lynnettealba4614 Рік тому +1

    Lovely to see you Helen ….welcome back .

  • @jackiroswell
    @jackiroswell Рік тому +7

    Welcome home 👋🏾

  • @gaylehunter6187
    @gaylehunter6187 Рік тому +2

    Welcome home Helen, it’s been lovely seeing your adventures. We love cruising and we try to use the local transport instead of going on the excursions and much prefer getting around on our own and of course a lot cheaper xx

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Рік тому

      Thank you, it is a much better option xx

  • @wandafeeneyMaker
    @wandafeeneyMaker Рік тому +1

    Glad you are back. You already seem more relaxed. hello, Dolly xx❤

  • @irenemoscaritolo7117
    @irenemoscaritolo7117 Рік тому +1

    Welcome home! Missed you and looking forward to more of your channel!

  • @olivebobo6885
    @olivebobo6885 Рік тому +4

    Wow those cards are amazing.

  • @margaret7754
    @margaret7754 Рік тому

    Hi Helen nice to see you back👏👏 travelling is very tiring but you saw some lovely places on your travels. You are looking great. Love the cards very unusual. Very interesting and honest thank you. X

  • @lynharris3090
    @lynharris3090 Рік тому +1

    Good to have you back 😊 xxx

  • @rnydi7749
    @rnydi7749 Рік тому +4

    I loved this series. Really enjoyed the process, the anticipation and thoughts looking back on what worked out and what you’d do differently. Thanks Helen!

  • @margaretmackenzie4315
    @margaretmackenzie4315 Рік тому +1

    Thanks again Helen - that's the closest I'll get to cruising! Totally agree with your actions re issues on board - will be interesting to see how things pan out xxx

  • @kdean9537
    @kdean9537 Рік тому +1

    Hi Helen, welcome home! Wonderful video. Appreciate you for sharing your trip with us. It really is good to see you, glad you and Rob got home safe and sound! Thank you so much, take really good care, stay well! Lots of love Kathy x 🌺🌺

  • @pamelab668
    @pamelab668 Рік тому

    Very informative Helen thanks sounds amazing x

  • @elainespilsbury-2284
    @elainespilsbury-2284 Рік тому +1

    Welcome home, have loved watching this some very useful honest information here, thank you.

  • @alisonpoiner630
    @alisonpoiner630 Рік тому +2

    Welcome home Helen, lovely to see you. Lovely hearing all about your travels. X

  • @SusanLang-et9rt
    @SusanLang-et9rt Рік тому +1

    Have so enjoyed hearing about your fantastic travels……

  • @macelven
    @macelven Рік тому +1

    Nice to see you back and looking great. Glad you had a good time.

  • @JassiJo
    @JassiJo Рік тому +1

    Welcome home. The debriefing was appreciated. !! 💖🌸

  • @normakennett1521
    @normakennett1521 Рік тому +1

    Welcome home! Missed your *hauls*!
    fabulous to hear about the cruise, have to say not for me though!
    The 3 hour to embark!!! Nope! Lol! xx

  • @tessabailey2755
    @tessabailey2755 Рік тому

    Great informative blog, thank you Helen. Wish I seen it before our huge cruise and stay, as it is I will never cruise again because of our experience with all the negatives you mention. Also totally agree with your difficulty on the beach with sellers, when in Kenya, we stopped going onto the beautiful hotel “ private beach “ because of the pushy sellers, which was sad as my biggest joy is swimming in the sea! My husband actually had his shoes and socks taken whilst on the beach! It just takes the gloss off a holiday.
    You’ve seen so much, lots of magical memories, photo book a must as you forget so much otherwise. Really pleased you had a great time, and pleased your back!

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Рік тому

      Thank you. It is a shame.
      I made a photo book yesterday before I forgot. xx

  • @patriciamay3779
    @patriciamay3779 Рік тому +1

    You look really well Helen. Lovely to have you back.

  • @barbaramackay75
    @barbaramackay75 Рік тому +4

    Hi Helen Thank you for all your port / city updates ! Really was a holiday of a lifetime You and Rob made a very handsome couple. Looking forward to your M&S
    haul I’m at present on a wee Med cruise for 2 weeks but now beginning to think about home Washing ironing etc 🤪❤

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Рік тому +1

      Yes that's the only upside of isolation you get your laundry done free of charge! haha xx

  • @vickywroot5870
    @vickywroot5870 Рік тому +1

    Welcome back home. So lovely to see you back where you belong! 😀💖 xx

  • @annescott5551
    @annescott5551 Рік тому +1

    Welcome home Helen glad you and Rob are back safe and sound. Love seeing Dolly.xxx❤

  • @susanstewart1402
    @susanstewart1402 Рік тому

    Very useful information, thank you. I am so glad I did most of my travelling in the 1980's and 1990's.

  • @yvonneduty6971
    @yvonneduty6971 Рік тому +1

    Welcome back, thanks for the overview of your trip and very useful advice.

  • @sheilaghgiddings4413
    @sheilaghgiddings4413 Рік тому

    Welcome home! You look stunning, you hair is a lovely colour. Great tip for those wanting to do a cruise 🎉

  • @PAM-ud9lv
    @PAM-ud9lv Рік тому

    Hi Helen welcome back. You look well. You and poor old Rob will have this holiday to talk about for years to come. I have missed seeing you on the haul in my hall as I like to see what’s on offer in the uk. Anyway glad you are home safe. Thanks for sharing it all with us

  • @louisesmith2035
    @louisesmith2035 Рік тому

    Hi Helen welcome back. You look fabulous, albeit your few problems thanks for sharing. Loved your videos. You and Rob the glam couple. The best thing to do is use an independant travel advisor. Now time to relax back into normality. ❤

  • @joancarucci8290
    @joancarucci8290 Рік тому

    Hello Helen good too have you and Ron back home safely..You have many beautiful memories and a few disappointments but thats to be expected no matter were you go...You look great..love what your wearing .

  • @rodheap9793
    @rodheap9793 Рік тому +1

    Nice to see you back!😊 Also nice to see dolly🐾🦴🤗loved the video's you showed us you both looked happy and l wish you Botha very happy retirement 🎉🎉 looking forward to seeing your next video thanks Helen regards Lesley in anglesey 🙋💐🥂

  • @annmariemccartan3956
    @annmariemccartan3956 Рік тому

    GLAD YOU ARE BACK SAFE AND SOUND 😊 YOU LOOK VERY HEALTHY AND HAVE A NICE GLOW😃🤩

  • @marjoriefinlay3303
    @marjoriefinlay3303 Рік тому

    Great to see you home sitting in your front hall. Thanks again for all your effort on blogging on the cruiseship. Did you take clothes you didn't wear?
    Can we see outside? What's blooming? Are you cutting grass? What will you be Making for dinner?
    How do you feel the other side of the world is doing? How is life for them? Cheers

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Рік тому

      I didn't wear just one dress.
      I'll do a little tour of the garden when the sun comes out.... It's been very cold and wet here.
      Hard to judge, obviously Taiwan is under threat from China but they are handling it very stoically.
      xx

  • @BIRGITTAQF
    @BIRGITTAQF Рік тому

    Welcome home, your trip was an experience for us all. Yes we have all been there, turisttraps and on the other side wonderful things and people. I remember once in New Orleans we were told to a must, a so old church it was just 250 years old. Lol. But it gives you perspective. Will await your next haul

  • @eileenpayne3446
    @eileenpayne3446 Рік тому +1

    I really enjoyed your video. You and I are very like minded when it comes to practicality and money. Totally agreed with all of your tips. Thank you.

  • @nickyshaw9516
    @nickyshaw9516 Рік тому +1

    Ive enjoyed your holiday videos, welcome back

  • @jillcope4184
    @jillcope4184 Рік тому +1

    Great to hear that you are back home safe & sound & that you had a fantastic time 😊

  • @dawnevans1565
    @dawnevans1565 Рік тому +1

    Hi helen ..welcome home thanks for sharing it looked amazing xx

  • @annmariemccartan3956
    @annmariemccartan3956 Рік тому

    I GLAD YOU HAD A GREAT TIME. 😊

  • @lindacarter3425
    @lindacarter3425 Рік тому +1

    Great to see you back (where you belong) Helloo Dolly ❤️

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Рік тому

      Haha! Can't help singing as soon as you read those words.
      Thank you xx

  • @carolynnf5760
    @carolynnf5760 Рік тому

    Great video Helen. I loved the little cards from Vietnam-beautiful. Great tip about the Airalo app - thanku. Don’t worry about us finding the video boring - I see that your subscribers have increased so I think you must be doing a lot right! Welcome back x

  • @yvonneelliott6883
    @yvonneelliott6883 Рік тому

    Glad to see you back and in good health. Enjoyed living your dream. ( and mine I hasten to add, but only a dream) no place like home though is there?

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Рік тому +1

      No there really isn't. Thanks for watching xx

  • @sue2593
    @sue2593 Рік тому +1

    Welcome back Helen and Rob pleased to see you had a wonderful holiday. ❤

  • @helen6477
    @helen6477 Рік тому +1

    I’ve been looking forward to this! Lovely to see you back in your hall! Xx

  • @janicewilson3403
    @janicewilson3403 Рік тому

    welcome home even missing your wit glad most of your holiday was excellent loved seeing all your outfits felt asbif we were on your whole journey together from picking your outfits to all your posts and Rob is lovely xx❤

  • @janicehogg1841
    @janicehogg1841 Рік тому +1

    Welcome home. Scary how quickly that went 😮

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Рік тому

      Isn't it?! Can't believe it's nearly May.... scary xx

  • @elizabethwinterbottom8135
    @elizabethwinterbottom8135 Рік тому

    Welcome back, lovely to see you back in your hall 😊

  • @deniseholmes6715
    @deniseholmes6715 Рік тому

    Glad you had a fab time but glad to see you back x

  • @jenniferfarrah3134
    @jenniferfarrah3134 Рік тому

    Hi Helen, glad you had a good & interesting time . Not my cup of tea at all , but found it good to hear about your experiences you had , it did sound quite exhausting . But certainly a trip of a lifetime . Looking forward to seeing your next haul in your hall 👍. Love that necklace 😊J

  • @viccipatterson5887
    @viccipatterson5887 Рік тому

    Sounds fabulous Helen.

  • @Philippa-
    @Philippa- Рік тому +1

    Lovely souvenirs . Glad you wore all your outfits and dresses. I always bring stuff back unworn. I take too many “options”

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Рік тому

      I did well, all things considered. xx

  • @charmedsuperior2222
    @charmedsuperior2222 Рік тому +3

    At last my favourite UA-camr is back x
    Welcome home

  • @thelmabrindley2369
    @thelmabrindley2369 Рік тому

    Great resume of your trip Helen, nice to see what worked and what didnt. Excellent packing too if there was only one dress that you didnt wear. All of those hauls were worth it

  • @susanharding5094
    @susanharding5094 Рік тому +1

    Another lovely update, thank you Helen!

  • @ej6981
    @ej6981 Рік тому

    Lovely to see you back. I enjoyed your holiday vlogs. Thanks for sharing.

  • @carolschobs2621
    @carolschobs2621 Рік тому

    Welcome back, nice to see you again with all your holiday news. The cards are fabulous. With regards to the trips would you be insured if you didn’t use the ship’s excursions? Just wondered!
    Your gifts are very unusual and I’m sure your family will love them. I bet your Mum will be pleased to see you home safe and sound. Take care ❤ Carol S

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Рік тому

      Yes, your travel insurance would cover you just the same.
      Mum is here this weekend, so we'll see haha xx

  • @laurenl5843
    @laurenl5843 Рік тому

    Great advice for cruise travellers. Thanks Helen! Best wishes from Toronto 🇨🇦😊👍

  • @mags8014
    @mags8014 Рік тому

    Thanks for the whistle-stop tour, Helen, and welcome back! It was so interesting to hear your comments about the ship and the organisation. Do get that photo book sorted out otherwise I know you will forget where things were! Anyway, lovely to have you home.

  • @lindakirk698
    @lindakirk698 Рік тому

    O jet lag is awful. Glad you had some good experiences and learnt a few short cuts along the way. I've always said that wifi charges are horrendous. We always get a car when abroad & "do it ourselves" - its surprising how much you can save. Glad to see you back & looking forward to resuming Hels Belles.
    PS Hubby had surgery, home from hospital & slowly on the mend. Thanks for your wishes x

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Рік тому

      I'm glad to hear that.
      Thank you xx

  • @colettekelly8472
    @colettekelly8472 Рік тому

    Hi Helen, welcome back, glad to hear all your experiences on your wonderful holiday. You and Rob packed alot in. Thanks for your vlogs throughout loved the style. You and Rob make a very handsome couple. Get a good rest. Colette from Ireland 🇮🇪

  • @Celticcross688
    @Celticcross688 Рік тому +4

    Hello Helen good to see you back safe, looking lovely as ever, loved the cruise shots.. and will be very interested what you think.. about Cunard? 🎉😊 The Cunard should have an Evaluation form.. and trawl the complaints before the next cruise.. I am just like you.. attention to detail, as a retired Staff Nurse. The Ship needs some organisation by the sound of it..was it value for 💰 money?

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Рік тому +1

      Thank you. I think the holiday itself was very good value for money. But the failings on the ship were so easily remedied, that's what is frustrating. They have the wrong attitude. xx

    • @Celticcross688
      @Celticcross688 Рік тому

      @@Helenmaryjo They should listen to improve .. My paternal Grandma worked for White Star then Cunard, was a Hostess on the Classic ships in Southampton in the 1920’s until 1938, her partner John, my Grandfather helped in the Building of RMs Titanic in Belfast & Southampton worked for Harland & Wolf..Grandma, My Father, myself and my children all born in Southampton, Ships 🚢 are our Family History.. WILL BE WATCHING THE M&S haul ☺️

  • @pienana2004
    @pienana2004 Рік тому

    Hi, Helen. The article in the Sun was fantastic! Hope you get a major uptick in your subscribers from it! So glad you both are back safe and sound with some lovely memories.
    Looking forward to your next haul in the hall! Blessings from California XXX

  • @carolynhopkinson8642
    @carolynhopkinson8642 Рік тому

    What lovely memories you’ve made, you’ll know what to do next time you go! X

  • @fransmam78
    @fransmam78 Рік тому +1

    Welcome home Helen. X

  • @dianegarton788
    @dianegarton788 Рік тому +2

    Welcome back Helen, you have been on my mind since you left 😀 Thanks for taking the time to do this roundup video. I don’t know how you are getting right back into everything again so quickly. It usually takes me a couple of weeks to acclimatise after a holiday! Loved the little gifts you brought back & wow - the cards were totally amazing!! Pity you can’t get them shipped to UK xx

  • @flo3799
    @flo3799 Рік тому

    I met my husband working on cruise liners 44 years ago. I do remember missing the ship in Rio and having to get a tender out to ship and having to jump on the ship through a loading bay when it was moving. We had so much fun.

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Рік тому

      I bet you did! Some stories to tell, I'm sure. xx

  • @lindarogers9260
    @lindarogers9260 Рік тому

    Welcome home Helen, lovely surprise to see your vlog, so glad you had an amazing time I loved all the photos that you shared. Looking forward to m and s haul!!! Haven’t bought anything while you have been away!!! 😂😂😂 xxx

  • @aliampb6949
    @aliampb6949 Рік тому

    Hellooo good to have you back home xxx

  • @jennifermulholland9412
    @jennifermulholland9412 Рік тому +1

    Welcome home! ❤❤

  • @clairedoherty9669
    @clairedoherty9669 Рік тому

    Welcome home and thank you for taking us with you on your once in a life time cruise. As we say in Ireland you are a “wee dote”

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Рік тому

      Ah, thank you. I love that word 'dote' it's the one my midwife, who became my friend, used to say. xx

  • @juliedewing4924
    @juliedewing4924 Рік тому

    Sounds like you had an amazing time, love the beautiful Blue bowl you brought. Looking forward to your live Q & A session and your haul in the hall. Lovely to have you back and I'm pleased you found the link to The Sun. X

    • @Helenmaryjo
      @Helenmaryjo  Рік тому

      Yes, thank you.
      Quite a few people let me know. So funny, woke me up with a start on Sunday morning that's for sure!
      xx

  • @juliaadams8167
    @juliaadams8167 Рік тому +1

    Welcome back Helen 🏡 😊