This guy, is even greater and charming in person than the fabulous person you see on the video. We are on The Enchantment with him.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Awwww...you're too kind Neal. Thanks for welcoming into your friend group. You're all amazing.

Very informative and precise! Love the format, Kevin! 😊

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Tracey!

I have been debating taking the water taxi or walking to town on my visit soon. This is exactly what I needed to see. Thanks, Kevin.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

The walk was nice :)

@jessicag3858

Жыл бұрын

Hi there we'll be traveling soon. Any advice?

@cheri4515

2 ай бұрын

I'll be there next month and wondered how the walk to town would be. Thank you so much for this video. I'm definitely walking.

Hey Kevin Can I just say .. your a natural Brilliant footage and excellent commentary Well done👏

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Awe...you're too kind, Marian :)

Please! Make more of these videos! I love the Caribbean and this is soooo helpful!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Will do!

Yes, please do more of these videos. Short ones are great.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Tina.

I really enjoyed this video! The narration and the views were great!

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! 🙏

Love this style of video. A quick way to get around the island 🏝️ and check out the beaches!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Christi! :)

@christiwright3604

Жыл бұрын

@@30AndAWakeUp You’re Welcome:)! I know you would prefer to go explore alone. I appreciate that preference. It’s also nice to see a snippet once in awhile!

I really did like this review. It worked! When I take a cruise, I want to know what is available and this video truly hit the mark. The lack of shade was truly helpful. I do get tired of videos showing the cabin and food, as they all look the same. Thank you and I hope you do more of these videos. I just subscribed.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Rita.

Not a worry in the world, cold beer in my hand. Life is good today, life is good today. 🎶🍻 Great timing, I had just sat down for lunch and your video popped up. Good info and helpful for anyone visiting Philipsburg by cruise ship. As long as there is a nice sidewalk, hardly seems worth a water taxi to save a ten minute walk. And seemed a very pleasant stroll. Enjoy!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

It really was an pleasant stroll.

I’ve been on that beach facing the ship. Rented a beach chair along with a beer for $11. Awesome time!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Very cool!

👍🤩💝That was cute. I like the format. 💝

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thank you 🤗

This is exactly the type of port video I love. We like to just get off a ship and visit the island. Thanks for doing this and I hope you'll do more. BTW, you haven't accepted my Shipmate request on Shipmate. 😊

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Oh shoot...I havent logged in there in forever. Let me go check it out now!

@teresamoore4450

Жыл бұрын

Great video. Thank you for sharing.

@vbrandi7928

Жыл бұрын

Agree with above comments. Prefer this content vs excursions

@georgemaltese

Жыл бұрын

Great video. The French side Marigot is great. Really has a French Riviera vibe. The Dutch side is fun and great beach in town with shopping. Thanks.

Oh! And any Dutch restaurant is going to have frikandel. It’s like a Dutch hot dog. But it doesn’t taste like a hot dog…it’s a mixed meat patty or (more commonly) sausage and it’s REALLY good! Served on its own or in between bread. 😊

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Yum!

Kev, Thanks for the great video!!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Loved this!!!!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks!

Excellent video. Loved all of the information and I though your format was spot on!

This video was a great introduction to the port and fun to watch…just what we wanted!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Peggy!

This different format is great and fun to watch with lots of information that is very practical. Great Job!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks, Peggy!

The water is beautiful and those tacos…yum!! Thanks for sharing!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Water was so pretty!

Nice new terminal! When I was there the ships had to stay in the bay and boat us all in. It took forever!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Yeah it’s super nice.

Don’t forget to look for a hashtag # “cruising duck” while out there cruising for a year. So awesome.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Ok

Hi Kevin! Love the cruise vids and really love the port walk. It's just what I'd be doing.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Desiree

Really enjoyed this video! Thanks for giving us a taste of what it is like when you get off the ship. Looks like a beautiful island!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

Toes in the water, a$$ in the sand...YES I need that right now!! Currently snowing here in Rockford IL so this video cheered me up. Thanks Kev!!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Oh no! Snow still!!! 😔

I really like how you did this video MORE PLEASE on your next island stop!!!!!! Living the life !!!!! YOUR BLESSED !!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Tim

That was great 👍🏽 ! I’m not an excursion taker but I love walking tours. Hoping this will be a staple in your brand going forward. ❤

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

For sure

That place looked amazing

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

I really liked it

Love that place!!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Me too

Thank you for the tour. I am enjoying following your adventures.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Hazel!

Thank you for this awesome blog

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I love St. Maarten so much. Great island to visit and so much to do and see. We are headed back next month for our 10th anniversary. First visit since our honeymoon!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Awesome! What ship are you on?

Commenting to support your channel. Thank you for the content!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Much appreciated

Beautiful view for lunch. Good tour of the town. I enjoyed that

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed

Great vlog! You did an awesome job giving us a tour of the town. 👍🏻 Man the color of the water is gorgeous! Wish we had beaches like that here in Southern California! Thanks for posting! ✌🏻😉✌🏻

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Love the wind chime, sun catcher things! Those were cool!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

yeah

Really like this port guide. I have an excursion booked through Princess when I hit Sint Maarten, but this valuable information for my inevitable next visit.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

Thanks for the tips! It looks beautiful, hope you are having a great day time!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! You too!

This is perfect...I thought I had to take the long way around when walking into the city. I was there about 2 years ago and am going back in January...now I know about that path...so great recap....I think I will then catch a taxi to that bar by the airport to see that planes land by the beach.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

That's a good idea! Will definitely do that my next trip there.

Lovely video. We are not excursion cruisers, and this is exactly what we do in cruise ports. Very informative

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks David.

Perfect, thank you!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

This was excellent! Couldn't decide if this was a place we wanted to go. Thanks to your video, I will be planning our next cruise there. Thank you!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it.

Pretty cool one. This should do all for anyone planning a travel to this area. Super informative as always. Can't wait till the next notification that you've posted again.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, J!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, J!

Such a great vlog, we really enjoyed. Thanks for sharing.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks guys!!! :)

Thanks for sharing your adventures. Great video. Definitely should do more but don’t let it get in the way of enjoying your experience. Keep the content flowing. Smooth seas.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks Bob!

Wow! I would swear you had a past life as a videographer and tour guide. Thanks for the great tour and honest assessment of your visit. I can't wait to see more of this and your regular content. :)

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! ☺️

Great format

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks

Thank you for making this video, most people cruise videos just consist of videos of the cruise and a day at cococay

@30AndAWakeUp

8 ай бұрын

No problem!

When we were there last month, we just rented 2 beach bed and umbrella for $20 spend all day until time to go back to the ship. , we just grab snacks and drink from the store nearby and beaches nice and easy from. Chip walk back-to-back.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Very cool!

Very informative and well done!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Cindy! :)

Great info. Keep it up

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Appreciate that, KCL!

Great video!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Great video! I always want to know if I can just easily explore on my own and this was the perfect information - thanks!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Me too! That's why I felt like this was the kind of port vid I would do!

Great video shipmate!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it!

Great video! Agreed that this 'tourist trap cruise port' looks lovely - THAT WATER! Glad your trip's going well - see you at sea soon!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks! 😃 Hope your trip is going well.

@FraserAtSea

Жыл бұрын

@@30AndAWakeUp I start on Wednesday!

You must be a Zac Brown Band fan. Love it! Great content, thank you!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Yep! :)

Great video bro, I definitely want to visit.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

it's a great spot

That was a great introduction to the port, I hope you show us around some other islands you visit. Thanks.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Will do!

I liked your take in the island, Kevin. Johnny’s is a definite go-to in St Maarten! He rents scooters and 4-wheelers + he gives great tours if you want them!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Very cool

Hi Kevin thanks for the tour I haven't been to that island in a while looks good........ and wherever you're trying food giving it a go I'm always game on seeing that😅😅

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

haha....yeah, I figured I throw a little food in there.

That is exactly what we did 10-11 years ago. Walked from the pier, looked at the shops, but we got a drink at the Blue Bitch Bar. And I got a can hugger that I still use with the BBB logo on it! And BTW, I really enjoyed this video tour!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

That's cool...I should have gotten a souvenir from there.

I know that you are doubting if you do this well. But, Kevin, I thought this was a great video! (Very much worth giving up a Friday night.) Congrats, you've scored with a new vlogging style. 🏖

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

haha...we'll see if anyone watches :)

@mckenna8663

Жыл бұрын

@@30AndAWakeUp I'll take that bet! Let's say a foo-foo coffee.

Nice perspective for first timers going ashore. I noted your lunch spot table had a plug nearby that appeared to have some USB ports, always a nice thing to have an opportunity to top up a charge while dining. Looks like you are having a great time on Enchantment 2.0!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Oh I didn’t notice the plugs! Good catch!

Hello Kevin. Beautiful and informative review. Thank you for inspiring me to book a solo trip. Kind regards

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

So awesome, Tee!!!

I love this port video, same with the one from San Juan.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Esther! :)

Yes, please do more in this format!!! So many excursion companies to exploit cruisers when it’s just a simple 10 minute walk. We have an Alaskan cruise planned for next year and I hope you do one for ports in Alaska.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

I'll be doing 21 days in Alaska later this year....should be great fun!

@cherr1355

Жыл бұрын

@@30AndAWakeUp 21 days! That sounds amazing. Can’t wait for the videos.

I really liked this video! So many creators book excursions, which is great, but sometimes you just wanna get off the ship and mosey around. 👍👍

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Im personally not a big fan of excursions. I hate not controlling my time :)

thanks Kevin....I will be on the Carribean Princess in June...thanks for the fun

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Awesome! I’ll be on her next month!

@CaptainPhoton64

Жыл бұрын

@@30AndAWakeUp Yee haw

Oh sorry Kevin I forgot to say this is well done video, good job.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, Yuki.

You did good Kevin. Nice to see what’s available without taking a tour. I like to go out on my own and do things in my own time. And those tacos, I would of got the same thing, maybe also a local beer 😊. Keep these videos coming. I’m enjoying them.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

I'll do the beer next time :)

Was there pre 1999 or so, soggy dollar bar in Simpson bay, take the tender and tie up, was a great time, loved the differences in the french side, topless or even nude bathing and great for international phone calls , when you are being paid to be there , it’s double quid in

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Nice! Great info, thanks Simon.

Thanks for producing the video for viewers. I'm sure you'd prefer to just split and do the things you like.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Actually, with this format I got to enjoy the port more.

@billbeyatte

Жыл бұрын

@30 And A Wake Up I understand fully. When I visit a place, I take notes and collect information for friends that may follow. I don't have near the audience that you do. Keep traveling.

great location to dock a cruize ship did not look over run by tourist.. L.A Rob

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, wasn't to bad.

I liked your take on the port! Love your new motto, "Toes in the water & ass in the sand"! :)

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

haha....yeah I stole that :)

I see why your commenters want more of this. This is how to live full time on a cruise ship and not go broke on excursions.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

...and to be honest...most of the excursions I've done havent been that great...and Id rather have control over my own time

@DavidSmith-lp5tz

Жыл бұрын

Are you going to circumnavigate the world using only cruise ships?

I liked this video format regarding the port of call albeit it makes sense that it was short in duration. That said, I particularly enjoy your detailed cruise line comparisons.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Vickie

I was there last april, miss it soo much😢

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

it’s a great spot

I met the guy who owned the beat up building. He was a very friendly man and served us well.

@30AndAWakeUp

11 ай бұрын

Very cool. Thanks for sharing.

Great video. I would add that some of the bars have a deal where you can have a chair and a beach umbrella for the rest of the day if you pay for a couple drinks.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Ahhh...that's really good to know.

More videos like these Kevin! Super informative. Did you chance upon going anywhere close to the airport area? Heard about planes getting super low before landing.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

I didn't but will next time

We were just there two weeks ago! We rented two of those beach chairs and enjoyed the water!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Very cool

@macarollo

Жыл бұрын

@@30AndAWakeUp I’ve been following your channel since your can life segment. As an active duty member, I love your story and travels! I’ve been enjoying the cruise chapter of your life! Keep up the great content!

I’ll be stopping here in Aug on my cruise

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

sweet! 🙏☺️🥂

Thanks for the great video. Such a beautiful place! Early this morning I watched a van channel that shared their Princess cruise. In case you'd like to watch it's LivinRision! . Husband and wife tour on and off board.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

I'll check it out, thanks for the suggestion!

@tjme

Жыл бұрын

LivinRVision! I love Brian and Michelle. Informative, honest, and very entertaining. Just good peeps.

Next time you’re at a Dutch restaurant (because I’m sure that happens all the time lol) see if they have patatje oorlog. It’s so good!!!! It means “fries at war” lol. It’s an Indonesian influenced dish…it’s spiced French fries with mayo and peanut sauce and diced onions…it tastes better than it sounds. 😂 It’s good as HELL!!!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

That sounds like something I'd really like! I will definitely look out for it next time.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

That sounds like something I'd really like! I will definitely look out for it next time.

Looks amazing and very hot. Have a great weekend. Jonathan 🇬🇧

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

It was only 80F but felt much hotter.

LOL, Thank you for the tour. I figure you already know what Bi***h is an acronym for... Boys I'm Taking Charge Here... I loved the name of that bar. Yep, umbrella added to my cruise packing list. Thank you again for taking us along on your journey. Safe travels.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

haha...love it :)

St. Maarten is one of our favorite ports! You just can’t beat that water!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

It really is

I've been there! with NCL, I believe it was March 2018. That Port really stands out. Just heard a news item on a local radio station that there is now a ( 3 year, I think) world cruise that costs $2500/mo -- made the news because it's less than an "average" apartment rent in Vancouver -- no word if you can pay in monthly installments, however it seems that would be a big boost for them. Cheers!...from North Vancouver

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Yeah, I heard about that! I'd hate to be on the same ship for 3 years though...I like switching it up.

That’s where I live ❤SXM

@30AndAWakeUp

8 ай бұрын

it's a beautiful place

Was just there in January. You should’ve gone a block off the beach. The vibe goes from tourist destination to a local feel.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Oh darn…next time

whaaaa 😄Definitely this Taco Mahi Mahi is not Dutch at all !!LOL Amazing video 😍

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Wait..what? No Mahi Mahi in the Netherlands.

@millyc1976

Жыл бұрын

@@30AndAWakeUp my wish 😝🤣🤣🤣

❤

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Karen.

❤❤❤ Gracias 🫂

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

No problem! :)

are you going to grand turk or amber cove soon? i saw your san juan video and those are the other 2 stops on my cruise in may!

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

I think so…I always forget my schedule

Brrrrrrrrrrrrr……. From Texas. Need ☀️🕶️

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

haha...yes!!!

Thanks Kevin for this good info. Because of you, I have just booked my first cruise on MSC, 09Apr out of Port Canaveral for 11 days. Nassau is the first stop so these types of videos are helpful. I have a question for you regarding what you packed....as I watched that video. Is there anything that you wish you had brought with you? Anything you found you could have left behind? Cheers Brian Paul

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

Honestly, there is nothing I can think of that I wish I had packed.

I wish you would show more of the interior of the ship. Usually, you're just showing decks.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

I will

Hi, great video not sure if I missed it. What is the name of the Beach where you ate?

@30AndAWakeUp

11 ай бұрын

Sorry....I can't remember! :)

Been to St Maarten 4 times. Great places on French side to eat . The Blue Bitch Bar has the best chicken and ribs combo. Is touristy, but what the heck.

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

I'll try that next time for sure!!!

Thanks Kevin. Was there any restriction / difficulty entering the French side of the island?

@30AndAWakeUp

Жыл бұрын

no..it's an open border