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Cruising with Matthew
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Hey everyone and welcome to my channel! Here I'll be sharing my views on the cruise ships I've been and any hints or tips I've picked up along the way! I'm active on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram too!
It doesn't matter if you're looking to book your first cruise or you're a cruise veteran, there's always new ships to see!
Cruises on;
P&O Oriana , Britannia , Azura, Aurora and Oceana
Ship Visits to;
Silver Cloud, Crown Princess and Nieuw Statendam
Looking forward to you joining me on my cruises!
It doesn't matter if you're looking to book your first cruise or you're a cruise veteran, there's always new ships to see!
Cruises on;
P&O Oriana , Britannia , Azura, Aurora and Oceana
Ship Visits to;
Silver Cloud, Crown Princess and Nieuw Statendam
Looking forward to you joining me on my cruises!
Queen Mary 2 Ship Tour!
Join me as we explore Cunard's Queen Mary 2, the last Ocean Liner in service today!
In this video, I'll tell you all about her public areas and open decks, along with a few lesser known spots as well!
Do note that this tour was recorded in July 2022 and as she's had a refit since then, some areas may look a little different. However, I hope you enjoy my video of this unique ship!
Want to know more about Cruising with Matthew? Then check out my;
Twitter: @MatthewCruises
Instagram: @CruisingWithMatthew
Facebook Page: Cruising with Matthew
Facebook Group: 556488484769322/posts/877605215990979/
In this video, I'll tell you all about her public areas and open decks, along with a few lesser known spots as well!
Do note that this tour was recorded in July 2022 and as she's had a refit since then, some areas may look a little different. However, I hope you enjoy my video of this unique ship!
Want to know more about Cruising with Matthew? Then check out my;
Twitter: @MatthewCruises
Instagram: @CruisingWithMatthew
Facebook Page: Cruising with Matthew
Facebook Group: 556488484769322/posts/877605215990979/
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Sky Princess Ship Tour!
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Join me as I tell you all about Princess Cruises' Sky Princess! In this video, I'll show you around her interior and exterior spaces so you can get an idea of what it's like to cruise on her! Do note that this video was recorded in 2022 and she has had a refit since then, so some areas may look a little different. A big thank you to Princess for gifting us a meal in Crown Grill and for allowing...
Star Legend Balcony Suite Tour! #ad
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Join me as I tell you all about our fabulous Balcony Suite onboard Star Legend! In this video, I’ll highlight all the amenities this Suite offers and will hopefully give you an idea of what to expect in this grade of cabin. For our cruise, we stayed in a Balcony Suite (BS Grade) on Deck 5 - Cabin 524. A massive thank you to Windstar for gifting me this trip! As a result, you will see a 'paid pr...
Star Legend Ship Tour! #Ad
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Join me as I tell you all about Windstar's Star Legend! In this video, I’ll give you a comprehensive overview of her interior and exterior venues and showcase that although she's a small ship, there's plenty of venues to enjoy! A massive thank you to Windstar for gifting me this trip and for sharing some footage of Star Legend's sister ship, Star Breeze being lengthened as part of the Star Plus...
Entertainment Options on Virgin Voyages' Resilient Lady! #Ad
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Join me as I tell you all about the entertainment options onboard Virgin Voyages' Resilient Lady! In this video, I'll give you an overview as to what shows and entertainment you can look forward to onboard. From Lola's Library - a three hour long literary journey, to the much anticipated Scarlet Night, this cruise was unlike anything I've experienced before. So hopefully this video will show yo...
Hints and Tips for Fred Olsen's Bolette! #Ad
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Join me as I tell you some Hints and Tips to help you make the most of your time onboard Fred Olsen's Bolette! I'll highlight some must-see events, unique spaces as well as give you an idea as to what the cruise experience is like on Bolette. A massive thank you to Fred Olsen for gifting me this trip and for giving me the opportunity to enjoy the various additional experiences on offer onboard ...
Premier Suite Tour onboard Fred Olsen's Bolette! #Ad
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Join me as I tell you all about our *massive* Premier Suite onboard Fred Olsen's Bolette! In this video, I'll show you around this beuatiful cabin, highlighting some things I loved, and a couple areas that could be improved! This was recorded during our media trip in November 2023, in Cabin 7003. A *massive* thank you to Fred Olsen for gifting me this cruise and giving me the opportunity to sta...
A Ship Tour of Fred Olsen's Bolette! #Ad
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Join me as I tell you all about Fred Olsen’s Bolette! In this video, I’ll give you a comprehensive overview of her interior and exterior venues as well some lesser known areas, so you can get a good idea of what to expect onboard! A massive thank you to Fred Olsen for gifting me this trip and for giving me the opportunity to enjoy the various additional experiences on offer onboard too! As this...
EVERY Dining Option on Virgin Voyages' Resilient Lady! #Ad
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Hey everyone and welcome back to Cruising with Matthew! In this video, I'm going to cover every dining option on offer on Virgin Voyages' Resilient Lady so you get an idea as to what you expect onboard! For each venue, I'll give an overview of each dining experience as well as showing the menus, food and offer and my thoughts for each. Including what went well, and what needs improving A massiv...
Fred Olsen's Fleet in Funchal! #Ad
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Join me as I tell you all about Fred Olsen's incredible Fleet in Funchal - The first time all 3 of the current fleet have met together whilst in service! In this video I'll highlight all the fantastic events that took place on this special day. From quayside celebrations, exploring all 3 ships to watching a tug boat spinning madly, this day truly was an unforgettable experience! A *massive* tha...
Resilient Lady Sea Terrace Cabin Tour! #Ad
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Join me as I show you around our Central Sea Terrace cabin onboard Virgin Voyages' Resilient Lady! In this video I'll show you what you can expect from this grade of cabin, highlighting all the key areas and my personal opinions on what works well, and what could be improved a little. This was cabin 13082Z - a Central Sea Terrace and was recorded in June 2022 A massive thank you to Virgin Voyag...
Resilient Lady Ship Tour! #Ad
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Join me as I explore the newest ship in the Virgin Voyages Fleet - Resilient Lady! There's seahorses, a drag queen and the best entertainment I've ever seen at sea. She's unlike any cruise ship I've ever sailed on, so let's take a look at the ship which turned out to be my favourite cruise ever! A massive thank you to Virgin Voyages for gifting me this 7 night media trip! As a result, you will ...
Sky Princess Mini Suite Cabin Tour!
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Join me as I give you a tour of our fabulous Mini Suite onboard Sky Princess! In this video, I'll show you what you get when you book this grade of cabin as well as share some of my own thoughts about it! This was Cabin B403 on Deck 11 (Baja Deck) - an MA Grade Mini Suite Recorded during our 14 night Norway Cruise in June 2022 Massive thank you to My Kind Of Cruise for sponsoring me in this vid...
Sky Princess Inside Cabin Tour!
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Join me as I give you a tour of our inside cabin onboard Sky Princess! In this video, I'll show you what you get in your cabin as well as some of my own thoughts about it! Recorded during our 14 night Norway Cruise in June 2022 Massive thank you to My Kind Of Cruise for sponsoring me in this video! Want to know more about the app? Then click the link below; cruise.onelink.me/UoGU/cruisingwithma...
A Deluxe Suite Tour onboard Ponant's Le Bellot! #Ad
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Join me as I give you a tour of our Deluxe Suite onboard Ponant's Le Bellot! In this video I'll show you all the amazing features you get in this cabin type as well as one unexpected window! A massive thank you to Ponant for giving me the chance to showcase Le Bellot during a 1 night press trip sailing from London to Honfleur in May 2022! Thanks to Visit with Us for letting me use their photos ...
A Ship Tour of Ponant's Le Bellot! #Ad
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A Ship Tour of Ponant's Le Bellot! #Ad
Balmoral Superior Balcony Cabin Tour! #Ad
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Balmoral Superior Balcony Cabin Tour! #Ad
Ship Spotting - Fred Olsen's Bolette! #Ad
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Ship Spotting - Fred Olsen's Bolette! #Ad
Rotterdam Ship Tour - Holland America's Newest Ship! #Ad
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Rotterdam Ship Tour - Holland America's Newest Ship! #Ad
Cunard Queen Elizabeth Balcony Stateroom Tour
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Cunard Queen Elizabeth Balcony Stateroom Tour
Exploring Carnival Celebration - Carnival's Newest Ship! #Ad
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Exploring Carnival Celebration - Carnival's Newest Ship! #Ad
A Ship Tour of Fred Olsen's Balmoral! #Ad
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A Ship Tour of Fred Olsen's Balmoral! #Ad
Great thorough review thank you far too many look at me reviews with no substance on UA-cam
We have recently come back from a cruise on QM2. She has not changed dramatically following her refit. Thanks for showing us around again. Lisa is going on Aurora this week so she is popping off to watch that video now! 😂👍
Great informative video Matthew, taking my first ever cruise which is on Sky in December!
Great video!
Sailing on the QM2 at the end of July and could not be more excited! It's a rather unique itinerary, as we'll be going from NY to Boston (overnight) and Halifax (also an overnight). I'm extremely excited to enjoy this ship!
Here's a tip. Bribe the maitre'd to get into the Queens Grill. Worked for me!
Great review, thank you! My partner and I are looking forward to cruising on her this October.
Off on Ventura soon and the mil booked us on it with them (we are still paying). Told it was a balcony room and turns out it's an indoor cabin. Looks depressing and dated (no offence to your video) compared to Britannia and Iona.so I'm considering not going now. £300 to upgrade to a balcony room.
Best video ever! this made my choice so easy and thanks for the detailed information. Its going to be rough for me has I have a ton of food allergies.
Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it 🚢 I'm sure they'll be happy to accommodate any allergies you have! Hope you have an amazing time ❤️
Smoking is a choice,totally legal on Fred Olsen ship balconies,you may have your opinion but so have the rest of us.
It is indeed - just highlighting it so people are aware :)
Love your video we have booked a inside cabin looking forward to going on the Ventura. Didn't no they did afternoon tea in the mdr. Can you tell me if they have a adult only pool area like the arvia 😊
Thank you so much! They did at the time but it may have been stopped so I'd make sure to double check when onboard! Yes they do its right at the front of the ship - The Oasis Pool
Thank you so much for the information. I can’t wait to try out the options on our cruise later this year.
My pleasure! Hope you have an amazing time ❤️
how does eating on the cruises work? I can’t see any prices…but take it that it’s not all inclusive….
Hey there - all the dining options are included in your fare! The only exception to this is 'Another Rose' and Afternoon Tea 🚢
I literally realise why I’ve never Cruised! I’m surprising my wife in October. Athens to Athens. We’re on the Silloiutte. Every Vlog I’ve watched are soooo boring!
Hope you have a good time onboard :)
I like the mini suite
We did too!
How many plugs are there and what kind
American ones :) and I belive there were three (US ones) near the vanity desk and a USB socket on the lamps
What stuff is not allowed on the cruise and what stuff Do you recommened I bring like hooks or what
There's an extensive list on Princess but as for hooks they can be useful but I've not needed them so far!
And I have the Princess plus could you tell me what restaurants and stuff is included please because I want to be prepared on the cruise and what other stuff is extra and I have to pay for please!
Hey there - I'd check online to be certain but - drinks up to $15, 2 casual dining, tips and WiFi!
And I have the Princess plus could you tell me what restaurants and stuff is included please because I want to be prepared on the cruise and what other stuff is extra and I have to pay for please!
See previous comment :)
How Do you book the sanctuary and the entertainment? This will be my first cruise and I looked on the app and I can not find it to book them
Hey there - entertainment is first come first served in the Theatre and the sanctuary is bookable as soon as you get onboard. You'll just need to head up there after you embark 🚢
Thank you for all the details on dairy free and how Virgin should make accommodations the day before. I am vegan pescatarian, so I really appreciate your giving lots of comments about making things go smoother. Thanks for letting me know about the vegan pizza good focal point,.😊😊
My pleasure! Glad it was useful ❤️
Another great review, Matthew. I've just returned from this lovely ship. Thanks again.
Thank you so much! Hope you had a good time 🚢
@@CruisingWithMatthew I did, cheers mate!
c'est magnifique
Thank you!
I am booked on this Ship in October for Greece! I can't wait!!!
Woohooo! That'll be amazing 🚢❤️
I’m going on this cruise tommorow!!!!!
Hope you had a fantastic time 🚢
I'm so impressed by this ship and tour!
Thank you!
Hi mathhew im going on bolette in oct any tips ?
Just enjoy yourself ❤️ However I've done an in depth Hints and Tips Video as well so just have a look at that!
Thank you, really enjoyed this video. Was hoping to be able to see the fitness areas and gym, but thank you anyway. excellent narration - better than most
Thank you :) Yes I never got round to recording it sadly, hopefully on a future cruise!
@@CruisingWithMatthewthank you Matthew - will look forward to it 😊
Hi Matthew, I've just watched your video of MS Balmoral 😀 I've just been on my very first cruise, which was on MS Bolette and thoroughly enjoyed every moment! I'm booked on MS Balmoral next year, so found your video very interesting, I really liked Bolette. 2026 I'm booked on MS Borealis, so it will be interesting to see what that is like? I enjoyed everything about my cruise, the staff were lovely and very attentive, this was also my first holiday travelling as a solo traveller and I felt really at home ❤
So glad you really enjoyed yourself! She is quite different in comparison to Bolette and Borealis but you'll have the same friendly Fred Olsen crew and you'll have a great time I'm sure!
Your a great tour guide im going on bolette in oct
Thank you so much!
Sailed her sister, Discovery Princess, to Alaska last year. A beautiful ship, but a subpar design to be sending to Alaska it was inferior in almost every way to most of Holland America’s ships.
Yeah agreed! She's a beautiful ship but not the best ship for colder cruises 🚢
Does the morning light pub have a log fire
A virtual one! But very realistic 🔥
Just seen your smiley face
I pop up occasionally 😂
What times does the shops open on sea days
Tends to be about 9am on sea days!
Thank you for this video. This is the video I enjoy watching the most regarding the Queen Elizabeth Ship.
My pleasure! Glad you enjoyed it!
Matthew what can you order from the pancake station in the buffet
Hey there :) Not sure I'm afraid as I didn't eat in the buffet for breakfast🚢
Well done
Thank you!
Thanks for the info. Doing a 5 night cruise on the Ventura to Amsterdam and Bruges in November. Looking forward to it but I suspect we wont be doing much sun bathing!
My pleasure, sounds like a fantastic itinerary! Never know 😂
Hi matthew what was the dessert in the dessert glass?
Hey there - I belive it was cranachan
What was the dessert glass?
Cranachan :)
How much is the teddybear
£11 :)
Food looks brill ❤
It sure was!
Hello Mathew. Thank you for your review of P&Os Ventura cruise ship. My hubby and myself have booked a 7 night cruise on this ship this coming September. This is our first ever cruise. Infact our first holiday since 2008!! We are both in our 60s. I was wondering if you could tell me how easy it is to know what areas to go into that are included in our cruise? I'm a bit worried that we will make silly mistakes and end up accidentally running up a big bill at the end because we went into the wrong eating place, or the wrong show! And, one last thing...do the pools have easy access/exit steps or just ladders?? I do hope to hear from you. Once again, thank you for your very informative videos. Have a lovely evening. Heather. 😊
My pleasure! Oh that's so exciting I'm sure you're going you're going to love it! In terms of included eateries it's the poolside grill, main dining rooms, buffet are all included :) all shows are included and the only extra charge spaces are the retreat and spa. However they'll always say what's extra charge and they'll never try to surprise you! I believe the forward facing pool does, as does the terrace pool and indoor pools. But check with p&o to be certain! Hope you have a great holiday!
Thank you so much for you reply. Really looking forward to it!! 😊😊
The entertainment options look different from anything else I've seen on cruises! Thanks so much for the video - really looking forward to our cruise on Resilient Lady in a couple months!
We thought the same! My pleasure, I'm sure you're going to have a fantastic time!
This was incredibly thorough and well done! We are sailing in a couple months and this helped us plan out our dinners - and also made us hungry. Thanks so much for sharing!
Glad you found it useful! My pleasure ❤️
Thank you for sharing. I'm going to this cruise next month. Now, I have an idea of what to expect.
My pleasure I'm glad you enjoyed it!
I can't help myself Did you take responsibility for special dietary requirements by informing prior to embarkation? At booking? Travel Agent? Sailor services? It doesn't sound like you did. Sorry but you have whined for a little too long about your special dairy free drama.
Hey there :) Yes we did, at booking with Virgin Voyages, again in email correspondence before the cruise and once onboard we went to each restaurant the day before in an attempt to pre-order to avoid any issues. Therefore, I wanted to highlight this as it was the only area we felt Virgin fell down :)
Me and my partner are also dairy intolerant. It is an intolerance, not an allergy. You just pick options that contain a small amount of dairy. You either pick dairy-free options or go vegan. I would not expect them to have a whole different menu to cater for an intolerance. Definitely a bit whiney.
Can I get totally PISSED every night and what are my chances of getting off with a dirty old rich woman.?
Disgraceful so much is extra. Why should you pay extra!
You don't have to pay extra for most things 🚢 It's more for things like Speciality Restaurants, drinks, spa etc
They should just have had more lifts.
That, or a midship stairwell!