P&O Aurora Cruise - Episode 1 - Back to our FIRST cruise ship
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- Опубліковано 19 тра 2022
- In this vlog we bring you along on our P&O Aurora cruise.
Join us on embarkation day where we get on board P&O Aurora and give you a look around our Balcony Cabin before exploring the ship.
This was taken during our 3 night mini cruise on P&O Aurora in May. We first sailed on P&O Aurora back in 2014, she was our first cruise ship and where the love of cruising started. Aurora means a lot to us, so we were really excited to get on her for a mini cruise.
On this P&O Aurora cruise we spend 3 nights on board, with one sea day and one day at St Peters Port, Guernsey.
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About P&O Aurora
Exclusively for adults - Aurora is a world-class ship, bringing you the joys of classic cruise travel with a slightly more intimate feel. With a retractable roof over her inviting Crystal pool, you'll enjoy stylish surrounds whatever the weather. At her heart, a 35 foot sculpture towers over the atrium while The Crow's Nest offers panoramic views.
Passengers: 1874
Length: 270m
Crew: 860
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About Us
We started cruising in 2014 by doing a mini break on P&O Aurora. Making videos of our cruises and sharing our experiences has become our hobby, they may not be to everyone's tastes but they are our way of remembering the great times we've had, so please keep this in mind - we are not professionals and the complete video is shot and edited on an iPhone in our spare time. The videos are our opinions and experiences while on board.
We may not be the youngest cruisers but we are trying to break the stereotype that cruising is for retired people. On a cruise you will normally find us wondering around the ship taking in the atmosphere (and working our way through the cocktails). Make sure follow us on social media, the links are below.
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Aurora was our first ever cruise in 2014…. It’s where we got engaged and has some very special memories for us. We hope you enjoy this Vlog!
We’re dedicating this series to our friend Sian who sadly passed away last year. She was working on board Aurora back in 2014 and helped us so much for our first cruise. She was a good friend and we miss her dearly.
@Cruise Monkeys the Car Carrier r called RO-RO ( Roll on Roll Off )
Thanks, but I be travelling alone think
It is fun watching Luke get drunk! I want to see you guys in the morning with hangovers.
Thanks for watching, stay tuned for episode 2... you may be surprised how well we coped!
Wow - this ship’s looking fantastic for 22 years old - so nice to see the older ones being taken such good care of!
We agree, totally changed our perspective that ships don't have to be big and new. :)
I love your videos guys. You get so much enjoyment from being on the ships…it’s infectious. Aurora is on our list now.
Awwww, thank you! :)
Hi both,
A great video on Aurora , lovely ship,
Lost count of your drinks !! And still standing !!
Great to see you enjoying yourselfs.
😊
Thanks for watching and commenting :)
You guys are amazing, what a video , love it
Thank you :)
Great vlog guys. Fair play you were still able to stand at the end of the night. Your rendition of “Jolene” unforgettable.🤪 What a beautiful ship thank you so much for showing her to us and special memories for you both. The pure joy of cruising comes out in everyone of your video’s. There’s nothing like that first day on board. I love it❤️. Xx
Thank you for watching, glad you enjoyed it! Ohhh, i dont think we'll be entering Britain's got talent any time soon.
First of all, my condolences on losing your friend. Your videos are truly a delight to watch! I love that you show all your fun including cocktails and meals. You truly bring your viewers along on your adventure. I do hope you are going on the vloggers cruise in January. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you... we thought about her alot on that cruise so we wanted to include it for her :)
Glad you enjoy and that is exactly our aim of the vlogs, to bring you along with us, we also love watching them back too. Afraid not (is that the US one?), January we are off to Miami though and will be going on Celebrity Beyond.
Fantastic to see you back guys. Ship looks great I think if I was to cruise I would prefer a smaller one.
Looks like you had a wonderful day I can’t wait for the rest.
Awwww, thank you! :)
Love it when you do your flashback recreation pictures. Also like your traditions, such as the foam hand and the monkey.
Oh thank you! Yes, the yellow foam hand has become quite famous! :)
Aurora looks amazing. We’re just back from two weeks on Azura and we loved it. Looking forward to seeing the rest of your trip. Thanks guys 😊❤️
She's lovely! Hope you enjoyed Azura, we're tempted to get back on her as its been a while and she has some nice ports down the med!
@@CruiseMonkeys we did 9 ports in two weeks. The Greek islands were amazing. Azura is a classy old ship. We loved it 😊
Great video guys, boarding the Aurora next week the 24th, we think you are the best vlogers
Awww, thank you! Enjoy your cruise and have a fantastic time!
Looks a beautiful ship, we're off to the Fjords on Iona very soon and then we're working our way down to smaller more intimate ships in the future. Aurora is def on our list after watching this.
Well done boys, great fun as always, take care. Vik & Simon
Have fun and thank you, glad you enjoyed! Aurora is so nice so make sure you do try and get on her :)
Great to see you back 😉 a great 1st night was had 😂 🍻🍹
Absolutely! Thank you :)
Great vlog yet again. We are back in Aurora next year having been on her in 2017. It really looks lovely. Enjoy the rest of your cruise x
Thank you! She really is so lovely!
Been on Aurora a few times, last time in 2019 doing the Northern Lights, sat in that beautiful crows nest watching the most amazing scenery.
Oh yes, we can imagine that, beautiful!
Hello chaps! It’s nice to see you’re still uploading!
After my first cruise on Ventura in 2019, I’ve yet to go on my second. I’ve been looking for the next couple of months and I’ve found a wonderful 5 night cruise on Aurora, love the videos as always!!
Heya! Good to see your still looking to cruise! Aurora is a beaut… she’s a smaller, older ship, but she’s a classic! Proper teak decks, classic design, full prom - not a sparkly modern ship but she’s a fave and holds some very special memories 🥰 if you want a proper cruise ship she’s a good one for 5 nights 👍
Thanks for another brilliant video guys 🤩 Aurura is absolutely stunning! A great cabin as well - it may not be as flashy as the more modern ships, but there's a lot to love 😍
Aurora's aft is also one of the best out there - looks stunning, great views, plus a bar, pool, and hot tubs. What more could you want?!
Looking forward to watching the rest of your series 🤩
Glad you enjoyed it! She really is a great ship, as you say, she is not big and flashy like modern ships, but she is still fresh, full of character and a lot to love!
@@CruiseMonkeys oh absolutely 😍
Funny video! Wouldn't want to pay your bar bill ha 🤣! Your reenactment of Thomas Andrew's made us laugh, thanks for posting.
Hahaha, it wasn't too bad this time, but do wish they had a package on these shorter ones! Hahaha, Luke is a big titanic fan so he couldn't resist it ;) Hopefully catch you on a cruise one day!
@@CruiseMonkeys yeah it sucks that P&O don’t do drinks packages on mini cruises! Yeah that’ll be good, it’s bound to happen one day :)
I just love you guys well done for all information so far
Thank you!
You two are the best to watch!!!
Thank you!
Great update guys and you really made me laugh with your journey to oblivion by the end. My good lady and myself are going to be on Aurora in December heading to Alta. Looking forward to the next episode chaps. 😁👍(so sorry to hear about your dear friend, God Bless her X)
Haha, glad you enjoyed it. Ohh, Alta Norway? In search of the northern light - beautiful, one we want to do one day!
Awww, thank you for your lovely comment :)
Yaaaay my faves are back!! So glad you didn’t keep us waiting long before your next adventure. A drunk Luke and QR Code Gavin are the best 🤣
Aurora looks a lovely cosy ship, she may have to be added to our list.
Sorry to hear about your friend Sian, life can be so unfair but you did a great job with your vlog for her❤️
Hahaha! She really is a lovely little ship!
Awww thank you - we did think about her quite a bit on this cruise :)
Guys we love your vlogs so much fun
Thank you so much :D
Just got home after doing a comedy show. I can't believe how many clothes you brought Luke looks like you were going for a month. She's looking good such a classy old girl. Can't wait till Tuesday. Lovin your work guys
Have to be prepared, plus its unlimited luggage so why not ;) Enjoy yours!
Comment of the video was “it’s like visiting your nan’s house but nicer” decked 🤣
Great video again.
Oh no, we said 'but in a nice way' - we have to clarify that as if Nan found out we'd have a clip across the head and no more cake when we visit! ;) Glad you enjoyed the video.
Not been on Aurora yet. Our favourite was oceana. Aurora looks fantastic, might have to book a cheeky trip on her. Thank you, can't wait for episode 2!
Oh, you really should try and book her up, she is a really nice little ship! Thanks for watching!
Love watching you two 😁 I'm on this cruise in July, can't wait!
Thank you! Have a fantastic time and we hope the sun is shining for you too in Guernsey!
@@CruiseMonkeys thank you 😘 when is episode two??
Friday night 7pm! 😉❤️
You guys so fun 😀
Aww, thanks :)
Fantastic review. Had many amazing cruises on Aurora 😁
She’s beautiful 😍
My friend and I are on Aurora in October. I wasn't looking forward to this smaller ship until I watched this vlog now I can't wait to get on board.
So glad this video has helped - you will have a wonderful time.
Loved it! Still chortling at Luke standing by the fireplace, pretending that his glass had slid off the mantelpiece……“I should have built a stronger ship” 😂😂.
Hurry up with the next one please! Xxx
Glad you enjoyed it, thanks for commenting! Episode 2 should be ready by Friday!
@@CruiseMonkeys good to hear this. Have a good week xxx
Enjoyed that thanks for sharing. She looks a lovely traditional ship especially the aft with that pool. Maybe try in a few years without the kids. Look forward to next one.
Yes, she really is a lovely ship :) Thanks for watching :)
OMG! I loved the flashback photos from 2014! You guys look so much better now. Men just look better as they age. (At least that's what I like to tell myself! LOL)
Thanks so much!! We agree! ;)
What a great start to a new Vlog series, you were both on top form, Luke especially 🤣 🍷 🍻. I was so interested to see Aurora and I agree she looks a beautiful ship, full of character and charm. I agree that her interior looks much nicer than Britannia, she looks like a proper ship rather than a hotel and is definitely on our list. Being a Dolly fan, I was very impressed by the tribute act 🎤. Looking forward to the next one 😄 🚢 ❤️
So glad you enjoyed the vlog! A bit of Dolly was great. Highly recommend getting something booked on her as shes a little beaut!
Ahh sorry to hear about your friend but glad you’ve done this video as I’m sure it has so many memories.
My cousin has been battling breast cancer for a while, and now it’s spread to her hip clavicle and spine… she’s going to pass away but will fight all the way for her little daughter who’s just turned two. It’s hard to accept as she seems so well. Life is cruel sometimes and the good ones always go first x
Omg we’re so sorry to hear that, that’s awful our friend sian unfortunately passed through cancer and it’s awful we totally agree the good ones always go first but I think that’s because they’re too good for this world x sending love and we’re thinking of you xx
@@CruiseMonkeys Thankyou for your kind words, and I’m sure your friend was an absolutely amazing person. Yes indeed I agree, they are to good for this world and hopefully your friend is living her best life somewhere else looking down at you two and laughing at your loveable daft ways. I’m sat here bawling now, love to you both Thankyou again… your both such genuine people xxx
Brilliant!!! Thank you am on Brittania in November for honeymoon can't wait!! Love P&O xx
Wonderful! Have a fantastic honeymoon, we had ours on Britannia too!
New subscriber here, searching Aurora as sailing on her in October and found your channel, you guys are hilarious, love the way you put the vlog together and the drinking was legendary.
Welcome aboard! Glad you enjoyed the video, we like to try and bring you along with us! Have a fantastic time on her in October! :)
Thankyou loved it x
Glad you enjoyed it
You guys are so funny. 64 days till I go to Norway. Lovely ship been on this one loved it. Hope you both did too. Sue
Thank you! :) Yes, she is lovely as we had a fantastic time and want to go back asap!
Thanks to you both i have booked aurora for march next year after 18 years. I went with my foster mum and dad when i was 12 and plus i have autism and anxiety. Plus i will enjoy the cruise alot in march for 12 nights. Now im a patreon to your channel.
Awww, we hope you have a fabulous time on her. Aurora is a lovely little ship, she's very special to us - 12 nights will be fantastic too! Thank you so much for joining our Patreon - we really appreciate it :)
Aurora is my favourite ship just love everything about her x
She is beautiful!
So glad you didn't have your case dropped!! Looking forward to getting on Aurora soon.
Us too! Have a fantastic time!
Been on all the P&O ships and Aurora is my favourite.
Make the most of her as she will probably go soon 🥲
You are probably right, but lets keep our fingers crossed they keep her a little longer - we may see one of the larger family ships go first.
Aurora was our first ship too and she got us hooked on cruising. We're back on her this August to Iceland, can't wait 😀
Ohhh, fabulous. Lovely ship to do Iceland on.
Loved watching this , you guys are funny when drunk, love a drunk review ♥️
Glad you enjoyed :)
Great to see ya Luke before the head shave!!
Hehe, he says shaving it is so much easier now :)
Loving your videos your thoughts and insights are funny and truthful and you really do make people want to cruise booked iona for next September first cruise
Aww, thank you! Have a fantastic time on Iona, she really is a nice ship, you'll be blown away for your first cruise!
We’re booked on Aurora for April 2024 on an 18 night Med cruise. It would be fantastic if we bumped into you two, watching Luke slowly get sloshed was hilarious. The best tour of the ship ever 😂😂
Oh, fabulous, have a great time on her! Glad you enjoy the videos :)
We're back on her in May for a mini cruise.
You guys are hilarious 😂 .keep it up...we are going on the Iona next year, can't wait
Thank you 🥰 Have a fab time, Iona is great 👍
Thanks so much for this video. I’m going on Aurora next March so I’m even more excited now, it looks a lovely ship. I don’t drink so it was quite funny watching you talk about the alcohol options and getting progressively drunker! It also freaked me out that you stood that empty glass on the rail. (Dwi’n licio ei acen chdi Luke, gyda llaw. Cymru am byth!)
You'll have a lovely time on her - beautiful ship! We do tend to like a drink on holiday, so as the nights go on you will see a theme! We're not sure what our accent is, being in Pembrokeshire it's a mix of Welsh and English hahaha! Thanks for watching! Diolch :)
That Black Shiraz looked amazing!!
It is very yummy ;)
Looks a lovely ship. I work as ground crew but never been on board. I saw you in the baggage hall the morning you disembarked. Keep the vlogs coming guys.
She really is :) Haha, we're usually the last ones off so it's easier to find the cases ;)
Loved watching you start speaking all nice then atbthe end slurring your words O.M.G 3 huge meals drinking all day im surprised you were still standing lol. Great video. Were off in 3 werks on the ship just a 4 night cruise
Glad you enjoyed and have the most wonderful time on your cruise!
@15:25 *me screaming at the tv* 'Glass, that glass, you're gonna drop that glass!'
A few have spotted that, didn’t even notice it ourselves! They are plastic glasses, but don’t worry, it didn’t fall :)
Lovely ship. Very elegant and traditional, the sort of ship I admire. I am not at all keen on the Las Vegas ships. They are not for me, but I could see myself on this one.
Thank you for the video!
We agree, its a beaut! Thanks for watching, enjoy the next episode.
Haha what a laugh watching you both. Just found your channel today and subscribed. Never been on P&O before so interested in seeing more of the adults only ships. Laughed at your comment about bringing the gaviscon 😂😂😂
Hahaha! Gaviscon! It’s a cruise must with all that food lol 😂
@@CruiseMonkeys if you have the drinks package do you get a bottle of wine with dinner or just a glass?
@Welshcruisers if you have a drinks package you buy drinks as normal the menu dictates if they’re included or not. No bottles are included but you do get 20% off bottles by having the drinks package
@@CruiseMonkeys are glasses of wine included in the drinks package with dinner please? Sorry for all the questions xx
@Welshcruisers if they’re on the menu. There are two packages it says what’s included or not
Great video as always. I have always liked the aurora it still looks like a lovely ship, I hope P&O don’t retire her anytime soon.
You look like a qr code 😂😂
Yes, she’s fantastic, we too hope she is around for a few more years 😀
I thought the decor was very nice. I'd prefer extremely clean to updated and shined, which it appeared to be. I'm sooo envious of you both right now. I'm currently looking at 3" of snow in my front garden!!!!
Overall she was very nice! Hope the snow doesn't still around too long!
It was our first cruise ship and now it feels like coming home , so restful and as you say not far to get anywhere. We sailed on her to Guernsey for 3 nights the beginning of May and it was like being in the Med, sunshine and glassy seas.Happy cruising.
Shes really is lovely! Yes, this one was the early May cruise too :)
We had our Aurora Christmas cruise cancelled and was so disappointed, looks a lovely ship, hope to get on board one day!
Awww, that's such a shame. Definitely need to get one booked up! :)
Aurora for me is the best ship in the fleet!
She's a beaut!
Enjoy
Thank you!
Hi guys, a great first vlog. ( I would not have liked being your head the next day Luke haha!!!!!!!)
Got to agree with you Aurora is a lovely ship, even if the rooms are now a little dated. Would love to bump into you guys on a cruise for a chat and a few drinks, maybe one day. We met up with Matt and Kelly on our last cruise on Iona last November, we had a great time with them. If you go on there channel you can see me doing the conservatory suite tour with Matt, Kelly was a bit under the weather that day so I stepped in. Looking forward to your next one guys.
Mandy and I are sorry to hear you have lost a good friend, so young too.
Our very best wishes to you both.
Dave and Mandy ( Chester )
Thank you for the lovely comment, glad you enjoyed it! If you are ever on the same cruise as us, do come and say hi, its always nice to meet new people. You'll know where to find us ;) We watch their vlogs, but havent yet been on the same cruise as them.
Hi Guys!!! Thanks for a great video . Aurora looked so beautiful we went and booked a cruise on her for 2024!!! It’s all your fault!! We adore cruising so thought we’d try a smaller ship. She seems to be very like Oceana which we loved. Thanks again for a very interesting and informative vlog - keep them coming!! Kindest regards, Julia & David. 🤗😍
Thank you for the lovely comment - always nice to hear our videos help people choose their ship. She is a fantastic little ship and you'll have a brilliant time :) Thanks again!
So did we, loved the Oceana and booked the Aurora for the Canada cruise in 24
@@BrianHulsen Fabulous! Canada is somewhere we want to go - you’ll have to let us know how it was. Long time yet though!!
@@DavidPeet Sure, will do! Next year with Britannia for 3 weeks, we are Dutch but fans of PO Cruises:)
@BrianHulsen We are doing the same cruise as you! Looking forward to it. We have sailed on the Aurora a few years back & also got ger booked for the eastern Mediterranean cruise in 2025 too.
Awesome guys I never being on cruise before , looking forward to one in November going from Croatia 15days
Croatia is beautiful! You'll have a fantastic time! Who you sailing with?
@@CruiseMonkeys not sure yet soon as I find out will let u know , visiting Dubrovnik to budva & sveti Stefan
My god Luke I've not seen you quite that bad before and the singing doesn't get any better. Can't wait to meet again.
Just don't ask us to sing!
Loved Jolene. You're as good a singer as me 🤣
hahaha :)
GOOD ON YOU, to salute Sian. Cheeky Monkeys, I have been pining for your vlog. You may be forth waiting for, but I hate to wait....
Glad you enjoyed :)
@@CruiseMonkeys MAIS OUI! YOU always make enjoyable vlogs
Lovely ship Aurora smaller and intermit similar to princesses Sun class which we have sailed on many times. P&O Pacific Explorer leaves Sydney on the 31st the first cruise in over 2 years we're excited have a great time.
She's a lovely little ship. Great to hear cruising is finally restarting down with you - brilliant news!
We were on this cruise too... I remember thinking that you must be mad to be in the whirlpool... 🤣 we were at the aft too for sail away... was our first cruise since 2019... so the sail away was quite emotional... 😭
Hope you enjoyed as much as us! Oh yes, we were very emotional on our first cruise after the restart! :)
We did 19 days before your cruise Nice to see inside your cabin We had a delux on B Deck bigger and much bigger and open balcony def worth the extra money It was our 32nd PO cruise but first on Aurora loved the ship So much better than the bigger ships
She's a lovely little ship. Oh yes, we know the one, curating through the middle of the room, we had one of them our first time on Aurora, lovely.
We were on her after you loved the crows nest and the staff were amazing up there especially John,Regina,maynard
We loved the crows nest too. The one thing we hate about short cruises, you just don't get to know the staff like you do on longer ones. :)
@@CruiseMonkeys yes we did our next 2 cruises on her she was such a smooth boat x
You two have got some explaining to do! We were meant to be having a 'dry' couple of weeks before our hols, you put out a video, we knew you would be drinking and that MADE us get a couple of bottles to 'join' you in your vlog last night. Well, it could be that we were weak willed and just needed any excuse to have a drink. 🍾🍾I think the latter.🤣 How many days and how much clothing???? 💼Aurora still looks lovely and we cannot wait till December to see her again. We think she does not lack for a small ship. Keep the videos coming and keep us all smiling.
Sorry Not Sorry hahahaha! Glad you enjoyed. We never pack light from Southampton, that unlimited luggage is just too tempting! Good luck avoiding the alcohol next weekend too ;)
Hi both,
Just come home from Iona ! Lovely ship but think its too big to go up Fjords!
Your excitement about Aurora has helped make a decision to go on Aurora June 2023 🤣
Yeah, have heard she is struggling with some ports up there! Aurora is so tiny compared, but she has loads to offer. Goes to show big and new is not always best :)
Very enjoyable blog, Aurora was our first cruise on her maiden season with ( Mandy).
We have stayed in C226 and did enjoy our upgrade.
Have D298 for November 28 nighter, so really looking forward.
Dioch
Bruce ( Llangennech)
Oh fab, think we saw some old footage of that, things were different back then with bands and streamers!
28 night, of fabulous, that will be wonderful on Aurora!
Thanks for watching - Diolch! :)
So sorry to hear about your friend ❤️
Thank you for sharing this vlog, id not really considered Auora for our next cruise until now, shes a beautiful ship, lots of character & charm.
You pair really are entertaining!, have you tried 19 crimes red? Its 👌
Unfortunately the glass house wasn't open in april on brittania, was really disappointed.
Awww, thank you.
Yes, she really is a beautiful ship! Yes we like the 19 crimes range (just don't try the coffee one, that's not good!). Aww yes, that would be disappointing as it's one place we love, even as a bar but the little plates of food are so good too.
Loved this and how ?Luke got drunker and drunker as the video went on. And where did you put all that food! We’re going on the Aurora for a Christmas cruise in December so loving your up to date info on the ship. 🥰
Glad you enjoyed the throw backs to our first cruise! We'd love to do a Christmas cruise, it would be amazing, have a great time!
I bloody love a happy drunk! 🤣🤣
Don't we all :D
We watch this all the time just to see the titanic quotes at the fireplace 😂😂😂😂
Hahahaha 🤣
Ok Luke you made me very nervous with the glass sitting on the banister, don’t do that😊 especially you like to talk with your hands. Every wave of your hand i was holding my breath. Hey Gavin big difference holding that cruise card instead of wearing the princess medallion♥️. The ship looks very nice. Thanks so much guys for letting me tune in on sail away day.😊🚢
Haha, we didn't even spot that till you said :) Roll on Princess, be glad to get the Medallion back. A lovely ship, thank you watching and hope you enjoy the next one!
I was holding my breath watching that....
Love u guys .. if your ever in Newcastle we should go out for a dance 😆
Awww thanks 🥰
Hammered. Lololololol. 👏👏👏
Us? Never :P
LOL soooo hammered
Enjoying our boarding day ;)
My first cruise as well was Aurora 😊
Awww :) She's a lovely ship, can see why we fell in love with cruising after that first cruise.
Love this vlog! What time did you guys get to bed the first night? 😅
Thank you! We think it must have been around 2am.. so not too late!
You can come to this karens club If you like 🤣 .. I'm glad you're back, so funny
Hahah. Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for commenting and watching!
Glad I brought gaviscon! 🤣
It's a must on a cruise!
For an older cruise ship it’s pretty nice and cozy! Sometimes a smaller ship is the way to go. Glass house is probably my favourite hangout and I love when you go through the menus with the snacks! 😋
She really is so pretty - loved her! The Glass house is one of our faves too!
Heya Boys good to see you all at sea again ;-) So question - Plug sockets - How does the sort of socket relate to the ship - Does it tend to be registration/home port /ownership of the line? PS do you normally use the safe?
It tends to be cruise line based, so all the P&O ships are UK sockets. Cunard and Princess American. Emma Cruises actually has a page that lists all the sockets for ships!
The safe is where we keep our wallets and passports, but only so we know where they are.
Great vid guys. Silly question, can you bring your own alcohol onboard (G&T) as seen in your vid? I thought they scanned your bags before you boarded? 🛟🚢🥃
Yes you can bring alcohol onboard either a bottle of wine or up to 1L of spirits per person. You can bring as much soft drink as you like so it’s easy to bring say a bottle of gin and some tonic cans.
I quit like a traditional interior… It’s definitely a romantic looking ship 👍
Its a beautify little ship, it will be a sad sad day when she goes.
my wife and I are soon going for a short cruise here. Have been laughing watching your video . Am worried there won't be any alcohol left on the ship though.
Don’t worry, they’ve had time to restock! Have a fab cruise!
Yes they really should blow out those bathrooms and upgrade to new ones. Shower curtain is worst I know 😂
Completely agree 🤣
Me again, lads. Aurora 2014 was our first cruise. Fjords. Just saying. Loved that boat, best if our 5 cruises.
Iona on the 28th...it's approaching.
Can see why as she really is lovely! Not long now, have a great time on Iona.
Wen they release the ropes its call Singling up
Oh, thats good to know :)
A week today and we are on our first cruise this year hopefully. I believe as we get off you get on, Sky Princess.
A quick question, if you have the WiFi package do you still have to turn on your aircraft app ?
Have a fantastic time! Look after her for us as like you say, we're on the one following yours.
Yes, pop your phone to aeroplane mode but then turn on the wifi only. They also have an Ocean Medallion area where staff are on hand to help you get set up, so pop along there if you are unsure. Have a fantastic cruise!
hello, we are on Aurora next year, looks way better than i thought it would for an older ship. Does they still do the app based dining on the older ships so you can join a virtual queue?
Oh fab! Yes, for a 23 year old ship, she’s looking fab! We loved her and are back on her for a short cruise again next year! While we were onboard the app was still in use, not sure if still now though.. but being a small ship it was optional really even then, if you have anytime dining, just go when ready and they’ll hand you a pager (or use the app). Speciality restaurants you can book in person or on the phone. Shows we wouldn’t worry about booking for as there is always space for walk ins.
@@CruiseMonkeys Amazing. I ended up watching all 3 vids, so figured out it must be since you used it for breakfast!! A great watch, ta.
we have booked Aurora for 7nights in June 2023. I think we might have the wrong cabin. We are aft. Did you notice a vibration on the back of the ship. We think we should change to one around your cabin. Any thoughts.
We've never had a cabin at the aft of Aurora so are not sure what it would be like. Sometimes you can feel some vibrations at the aft, we did in rough seas on Regal Princess. Mid ship is always better, so if your budget stretches, maybe try and move more mid.
Aurora is No 1 nice ship.
She's beautiful!