I agree that cruises are the best and safest way for single older women to travel! As part of my 6 month trip around the world in 2022, I went alone on a Princess Mediterranean cruise and felt very safe. It's a bit lonely until you make friends, but if you're open to it, it's much easier to meet people on a cruise than other ways of travel. 🚢

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

agree! Thanks for commenting!🙏

@pamelanurse273

26 күн бұрын

I totally agree. I did 2 solo cruises last year and just finished transatlantic on Princess. Soon I take transatlantic west to NYC on Queen Mary. I’m alone for 3 weeks in Europe visiting friends along the way but am struggling handling my luggage and feeling a bit homesick now. I think 4 weeks away from home is my sweet spot. Everyone is different.

@WestCoastCultured

23 күн бұрын

Single women in general, not just older

@warreninman9801

21 күн бұрын

I have done many cruises and not once has a cruise line organised any visas. Last cruise took in India and it was a real PIA to enter/exit the country for some reason.

@Scolopente

20 күн бұрын

Just got back from a single cruise, with a special souvenir...a new girlfriend 😀

You were instrumental in me cruising since I first saw you on KZread on January 2023. When I get off the Grand Princess on 7/3/24 I'll have cruised 305 days since 4/3/23. Thank you so much for the inspiration.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

oh wow!!! that is awesome!!!

Looking forward to your dental tourism video. Contemplating getting a crown and visiting a med spa on my next visit to Thailand

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

so far the experience has been great

Off the subject and I realize you didn't make this video in one take, but you are well spoken. Most people can't speak without a lot of umhs and aahs. I'm sure this skill served you well in your past careers. I'm looking forward to the next phase of your travel adventures. Thanks.

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

I used to have a lot of ummmmms….but I’ve worked on it! Thanks for noticing :)

@antifugazi

21 күн бұрын

What an odd thing to say

@mexinla

16 күн бұрын

It’s the 1st thing I noticed watching his videos. Well spoken. Just found your videos and playing catch up. Thank you very much for all the great info.

Regarding hearing your neighbors: I know you do a lot of inside stateroom cruising. If people book balconies, you actually do hear a lot more noise when you have the door open or you go outside and using the balcony. It's not unbearable as it's usually just neighbors talking to each other from their balcony but it is something to keep in mind if you book a balcony.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

That’s good to know. Thanks for sharing the balcony perspective.

I think you've created the multi-genre, genre for YT. There are common elements in cruising and RVing. It would probably make for an interesting playlist.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

haha…we shall see! :)

I usually do laundry in a port that I'm familiar with Sometimes you can find a laundromat or laundry service.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Makes sense for sure.

You are right on that cruise wallet. I picked one up based on your video and it is great! Good luck with all the dental work! Crowns are not too fun!

@30AndAWakeUp

4 күн бұрын

definitely one of my favorite things I’ve run across

just got back from cruise on princess around the South Pacific you need visas for Australia and New Zealand many Americans on-board had to scramble to get them once they realise they needed them. Just my experience. Visas in my mind were very expensive each of them were about $35 American each just for day trips off the ship. I will miss your videos aboard ship enjoyed them all. And I really like your RV experience. Look forward to your next adventure.

@30AndAWakeUp

24 күн бұрын

Thanks for that feedback!

@marianjeffrey8684

18 күн бұрын

Why don't Americans realise you need visas in most countries that are not America?

I just finished transatlantic 15 days on Princess and half the washers and dryers were broken so it was a struggle to find one. I ended up washing things by hand and drip drying them. So glad I brought quick dry clothes.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Oh no!!! What ship was that?

@pamelanurse273

25 күн бұрын

Caribbean Princess. I think they said it will go into dry dock for refurbishing this fall. It’s an older ship.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

@@pamelanurse273 oh that’s right…i remember now. i was on CP for around a month last year

Avid cruiser and former travel agent here. Regarding visas, the cruise lines with generally arrange the visas where required on your behalf while you are cruising. There may be a fee for those. In some countries, like Russia, there are special arrangements for cruise passengers. In St Petersburg for example, your excursion booking with an authorized tour company serves as your visa. In cases where the cruise line collects your passport at embarkation or during your cruise, they clear you with the local authorities in mass. In those situations, my passport has been stamped on occasion. Also remember that a visa or electronic travel authorization may be required for your embarkation or debarkation port if that is not in your home country. Be sure to consult your travel agent or the state department prior to your trip for visa or electronic travel authorization requirements.

@30AndAWakeUp

22 күн бұрын

great info! thank you

Thank you, really enjoyed that video with so much useful information. How I wish I had spent more time on holiday, and relaxing than working hours on end! Keep doing what you are doing, and there will be few or no regrets.

@30AndAWakeUp

24 күн бұрын

Thank you! 🙏

Laundry; who knew? Great tip 😊

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

definitely a necessity if you’re living on them! ☺️

Re solo travelling, I have done two in the past year. I always eat dinner in the MDR and choose a “shared” table. I’ve met many solos, couples etc. On my last cruise, I met a woman the first night. We were similar in age and interests, and in port we often went together. We would have loose plans onboard and also did our own things. It worked out well. Also, for anyone interested in solo travel, I just came back from a “standby” cruise on HAL. There are no solo supplements and was super reasonable. The key is to book a cruise in shoulder season.

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

Great tips…thanks for sharing.

Thank you for all the info. And for your very fine presentation with no digression. Doug

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Thanks Doug! 🙏

I got some dental work done in Mexico, Cancun. was pretty good, way cheaper than in the usa. I have been following you for quite a while. We love travel and would love to do the same things you have. Keep it rolling! or sailing

@30AndAWakeUp

12 күн бұрын

Thanks! 🙏 Were you happy with the work?

@ExploreTravelTV

12 күн бұрын

@@30AndAWakeUp yes, I go back in August to get the second part of the implants done, I had a couple implants and 4 root canals with crowns and all. And spent time recovering on the Beach at an all inclusive resort and still saved money! I have a video on it on my Travel channel as well

@30AndAWakeUp

12 күн бұрын

@@ExploreTravelTV oh cool! I’ll check it out

Thanks for the update! Safe travels.

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching! 🙏

Congrats on completing your year and thanks for sharing!

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏

As an aside....My favourite port is Singapore. Very clean, very safe, and they mostly speak English.

@30AndAWakeUp

20 күн бұрын

I love Singapore as well. Never ported there but spent lots of time there outside of cruising.

Wow how time flies 1 year done already!!!!

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

Actually over a year…I took a 3 month break…so almost a year and 4 months

Great video look forward to bumping into you again someday!

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Most definitely!

Kevin, your veneeres look fantastic!!🤗 I am glad that you haven't had any bad experiences throughout a majority of your cruses!! And the laundry facilities sound reasonable, as well! Alright, take care, Kevin-it's always great to see you, everything, and even look forward to when you're on land!!🤗🛳🌅

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

awww…thanks Maxine!

I enjoyed your yearlong adventure and am looking forward to the next one.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏

Thanks for a great year of sharing. This Q&A is great. You gave me a template for my retirement adventure. Looking forward to your new medical travel postings.

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

Thanks! 🙏

I absolutely love this video

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Thank you 🙏

Enjoyed the summary of your year of cruising. I was hoping to see some pics/video from your adventures in Alaska. Maybe in a future video? As always a great, information-filled video!

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Yeah, I’ll do a summary soon!

Yes, you need visas when cruising! You could be denied boarding or kicked off a ship. We have to Australia, New Zealand, and Vietnam for an upcoming trip or we can't board. On a recent B2B South American cruise, a family was removed between cruises as they didn't have visas for an upcoming country, I don't know their nationality. Please, please, please read the rules and travel documents folks.

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

great info

@thefrugalwanderlustinglinguist

26 күн бұрын

I don't believe you will lose many followers. Your cruise specific fans will watch and wait for your next cruise but those of us "multi personality" 🤭 nomads will always be watching for your next adventure no matter how it gets you there. I, for 1, have been hopping around wearing many faces for about 7 years now. I house sit, bargain basement/hack Airbnb. Converted trailer and SUV camp, cruise, and whatever else tickles my fancy. Wanderlust comes in many forms. Just keep doing you. You inspire and encourage us.

Congrats on completing your year of living on a cruise ship. Looking forward to your next chapter.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Thanks so much! 🙏

Great information! I love your cruise videos! I wish we could've seen more of your European cruises. I always enjoy all of your videos. I even enjoy the long live streams! Safe travels Kevin!

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Yeah, I suck at doing those travel vlog style vids. I need to get better at that.

Glad to see you back on KZread. Your teeth are looking good so far! Can’t wait to see them when they’re done! Thanks for answering all the questions!

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

Thanks for stopping by and watching!

Thanks for taking us along on your travels. I'm hoping to take as many cruises as I can in the next few years of retirement. Your example was most encouraging!

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Very cool! That will be a fun adventure.

So wonderful seeing you. Hugs Neal and Joe from Baltimore and our gang ! ❤

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Thanks you two!!!!

You are so much fun! We joined up with cruising, but look forward to what you think about living in SE Asia. We hope to do a mix of cruising somewhere and then staying for 1-3 months. This is the perfect transition for us!!!!! Hang in there with the dental work- tough but worth it in the end.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

That is an awesome plan…and something I’m going to try as well!

I sailed with you May 1st-11th, 2023 on Norwegian Getaway. We talked briefly in the Solo Studio Lounge. I've been following you off and on since then. Pretty impressive journey you've been on. Keep up the good work!

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

What’s up man! Definitely remember chatting. That was a great ship. Thanks for watching! 🙏

Aaahhhh, pants. The veteran's nemesis. After a career of heat, rain, mud, etc in pants, long socks, t-shirt, jacket, ruck sack... Pants bad.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

I hate pants! haha!

@robertware5076

24 күн бұрын

Me too. Havent worn them since 1986 with very few exceptions.

@brie1987

Күн бұрын

Kilt? 😂

thanks for the info my friend..I give you all the credit for my cruise life now.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Anytime!

Thanks for the info on the travel clinics...I have been thinking about an extensive cruise and wasn't sure where to even begin if I needed vacccines for malaria etc. or how to even find out. I enjoyed your year of cruising and look forward to your next year of adventure! Travel safe!

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Thanks so much Anne Marie! 🙏

Enjoyed watching your cruising year. I love that Tallinn Estonia is your favorite port! I have loved my vacations there and am looking forward to returning too.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

I can’t wait to visit there again and explore more!

@OlegScherbina

25 күн бұрын

did I miss the video about Tallinn?

An amazing year! that is awesome :-) welcome to Thailand ! the dental in thailand is a great way to go. i had a crown done here as well. affordable and the same work i had in the US. nice !

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

Thanks bro. Yeah, Im excited about the work. 22 crowns and 6 veneers! Going to be fun next couple weeks! :)

I went Talin on my first cruise. We were a knitting group and so it’s an amazing port for us, we were some of the first people off the ship and it was empty. However the walk back to the ship was wall to wall people! There were so many ships in port for such a tiny place.

@30AndAWakeUp

19 күн бұрын

It really is such a great city.

Love your Videos. As I sit at my 9-5 desk job I dream of different lifestyle and I am able to live vicariously through your videos.

@30AndAWakeUp

20 күн бұрын

I used to be you!!!

Great video thanks.

@30AndAWakeUp

22 күн бұрын

Thanks! 🙏

Repositioning are my current ah-ha and way to avoid long uncomfortable flts. I'm doing FL to Lisbon then back from Barcelona to FL then FL home to Panamá after the holidays.

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

They really are great.

Another great video Kevin. I was hoping the last question was how much does a year of cruise traveling cost???

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

no one asked but i have monthly cruise cost vids.

Yes, I was a Van Life subscriber and totally bummed when you gave up RV traveling. But . . . I stopped sulking and have enjoyed your cruising videos. Thanks for sharing your life as a traveler.

@30AndAWakeUp

22 күн бұрын

Awww thank you! Im zeroing in on a Honda Element….so definitely going to be some RV traveling in the future!

Great video ❤

@30AndAWakeUp

17 күн бұрын

Thanks! 🙏

Thank you for your posting, and so glad you enjoyed the experience. I think it could be misleading to tell people they won’t need visas, though…. it depends a great deal on what Passport you hold, and of course what countries you visit. Russia, China, Uganda definitely need visas; there are others too. Pay attention to the advice of your cruiseline, and double check online with your own country.

@30AndAWakeUp

23 күн бұрын

You’re right..I was just speaking from my experience but people should definitely research if they will need any visas.

Your new smile looks fabulous!!!

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

still have 7 appointments to zero it in! but thanks!

@JLTravels

26 күн бұрын

@@30AndAWakeUpWow, 7 more, good luck 🍀👍

Great summary

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Thanks!

@billbeyatte

25 күн бұрын

I'm a vanlifer with a Storyteller that stuck with you. I love vanlife's freedom, and solitude. I'd highly recommend an Antarctic "adventure" cruise. I went with Lindblad on the ice reinforced Endeavor. Next time I'd skip the Drake Passage and fly to the ship. Barf. Also a 20 year man. Fly Navy.

Thank you for the update and synopsis of your year cruising. I agree that cruising beats flying for crossing the oceans. Even my young adult children said the overseas flying was exhausting. For vehicle travel I like the minivan, but I like the Highlander and Pilot platforms too. The Jeep Patriot was capable, but really too small even for a verticality challenged woman. Have you considered backpacking, maybe not for a year, but someplace like Iceland, Scotland, Spain or even the High Sierra route in Yosemite... Thailand is definitely on my travel list if for no other reason than to visit the young woman that was our foreign exchange student in 2005 and 2006. Thank you again for taking us on your journey.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Yeah, definitely want to do some backpacking….am thinking about backpacking the Camino de Santiago.

@anitasimmons3599

25 күн бұрын

@@30AndAWakeUp yes I highly recommend the Caminos. My late husband and I did part of the French route with my Mother when she was 85... It was a bit much for Mom and we had to carry her backpack for her. She did ok with just a day pack... I hope to do a spring Camino on Del Norte.

For laundry, could a person be like backpackers and use a lot of quick dry and merino wool items and clean&dry them inside the cabin? Upside with the merino is it does not pick up odors for days.

@30AndAWakeUp

24 күн бұрын

Yeah, absolutely. That’s what I do on cruise lines without self serve laundry. All my shirts are merino wool.

I would love to hear about your dental work experience! I need a lot done ( maybe not as much as you) and was looking at Thailand for it. Thanks!!

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Will do!! Putting together the vid as I go! Should be out in the next 2 weeks.

Wow, a year already! I'm just surprised that you're not 300 lbs!😁 What's the plan for next year? You did international slow travel, vanlife, cruising... Trains? Motor bike? Pilgrimage Hiking? Biking? Sounds like you are not done with cruising. Honda Element?? See Nate's old videos on youtube 'Element Life.' Seems too small. I've been "planning" vanlife since 2017 but have yet to pull the trigger. Maybe soon? 😂

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

I love Nate’s vids! Yeah, the plan this year is to integrate a bunch of different travel styles and just enjoy life!

Excellent video! I truly think I'd enjoy living on a cruise ship for a few months. Also, I need to get my husband that phone wallet. I remember that from another video of yours, but forgot to purchase it. Looking forward to your upcoming dental and travel videos!

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

Thanks! I love that wallet!

I book on NCL as a solo cruiser. As a female, I have met many fun people to hang out with that I met at the Solo get to get hers in the Solo lounge.

@30AndAWakeUp

24 күн бұрын

i really enjoyed my time on NCL

Hi kevin great video just ran across this video I'm glad you enj🎉a year of cruising looking forward to seeing your next adventure hopefully sampling food😅😅😅

@30AndAWakeUp

19 күн бұрын

Thanks 👍

Have always found that HAL has the best itineraries for long cruises from 30 days on up.

@30AndAWakeUp

24 күн бұрын

yeah they do have some amazing itineraries

That’s a lot of dentistry! Stay healthy and safe!

@30AndAWakeUp

17 күн бұрын

Thanks! 🙏

So glad I found your channel! Whether you are cruising, flying or van travelling I will keep watching! Good luck on your dental work I cannot wait to see that video.

@30AndAWakeUp

23 күн бұрын

awww thank you!

Good morning! Welcome to your home away from home!

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

Thanks! 🙏

Have you thought about a cruise line like Holland America? They specialize in longer cruises.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

absolutely…definitely going to take some HAL cruises in the future

Would love for you to do a video on the dentistry you received outside the US. Would be interested in how you did your research as to what country to choose to have the work done. How did you choose that particular dentist after you chose the country. If you wouldn’t mind sharing the cost. As you know US prices are insane. I spent a few thousand on one tooth implant. It was either spending that money or looking homeless with a hole in my smile. Can’t wait to hear your plans for your next adventure in life. Maybe it is in this video as I put it on pause to comment. Back to the video. Enjoy your videos.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Absolutely. I’ll definitely do a vid on my dental experience. I used the internet and KZread to research where I wanted to go. And found a place that had a ton of reviews and a long history. Also, my Dentist was trained in the US, she went to University of Michigan. Im at the Bangkok International Dental Clinic (BIDC)

Re: Visas, the EU is implementing a travel visa requirement. We've cruised extensively and found that visas are commonly required even if they are obtained on arrival. For US residents please check the US government site for requirements for any country you are planning to visit.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

appreciate the feedback!

Thanks for answering our questions and for sharing your year while cruising. Looking forward to your next set of adventures! 🌐 P.S.- Good luck🍀 with the rest of your dental work!🦷

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

Thanks! 🙏

Your Mom looks soooo young! If I didn't know better I would think she was my age, and I'm younger than you! Any chance she has tips she would want to share?

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

She’s 70! I’ll ask her! :)

Awesome!!! Video...have you checked out Anttonette video she van life and now stays in Bangkok she was a slight attendant. Maybe a collab on diff forms of travel

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

I will check her out!

I'm so glad to know it's safe to cruise for singles

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

absolutely

I bought the wallet a few weeks ago and love it!

@30AndAWakeUp

23 күн бұрын

me too!

Aloha Kevin, good luck on the new choppers and the new itinerary. Looking forward to your new adventure. Over three years of following your travels. Thank you for sharing. BTW, heading back to Maui in three weeks.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Thanks for hanging around so long, Rich! I was just in Maui last month…..have a great trip!!!!!

I had to get visas for New Zealand and Australia for my transpacific cruise, but both were done from their respective mobile apps and super easy. For French Polynesia, the cruise staff collected passports from all passengers, held them for the 4 days, and returned them after we left the FP ports. I should look if it got stamped! :D

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

Awesome info…thanks for sharing!

@TravelswithLlama

26 күн бұрын

Yes, I commented on this also. Visas are required on cruise ships. They are very clear on this.

Your channel just popped up in my feed. So, New Subscriber 😊👍🏽 I’ve not been n a Cruise yet, still doing research 😉 so Thank you for sharing your experience with us. Two questions: 1. Do you buy Travel Insurance? 2. Why are you having Dental procedures done over Seas instead of the USA? Cost? Better outcome? Just curious 😊 I’m gonna go binge watch more of your videos now 👍🏽 Cheers!

@30AndAWakeUp

19 күн бұрын

1. I don’t. My credit card Chase Sapphire Reserve has travel insurance on anything purchased with it. 2. Better cost & customer service.

What about a combo year? For example - taking Amtrak around the US broken up with cruising. Or any other combination between various modes of world travel and locations.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Yeah, I am looking at doing something like that for sure. Definitely want to do the train travel thing.

My fiancée, who is a Mexican citizen with Mexican passport, was not allowed on our Alaska Cruise since in stops in Canada without a Canadian Visa. It was a nightmare process and very slow.

@30AndAWakeUp

12 күн бұрын

Oh wow. That’s terrible.

@BretSummers

12 күн бұрын

@30AndAWakeUp . Yes, the changed the law in March after final payment date and she never got it in time for the cruise.

I think the person asked about if you shared the cabin because in the 70's, cruise lines would match up single cruisers with roommates of the same sex to save money. It was great!

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

Oh…interesting!

Kevin-what is the most desirable weather time to visit Thailand ? I live in Florida and want to travel when the heat and humidity are the lowest/kindest😊

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

November through April are cooler and dryer. Also, going up north to Chiang Mai is cooler than somewhere down south like Bangkok.

I’ve heard medical stuff is far cheaper but still good in Asian countries. It will be interesting to see how that goes and the cost. Medical in the US in ridiculously high.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

yeah for medical I go to Malaysia…way better care than the US. They found my early stage cancer and US docs missed it.

Philippines weather is best during January and February

@30AndAWakeUp

16 күн бұрын

Thanks for the tip!

Thank you for the informative video. Smile is looking great! Looking forward to your new adventures =)

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

Thanks so much!

FYI, I found a pair ( a few different style choices) of high quality micro fibre (quick dry, light, compact, strategic pockets, super comfortable etc) workout sweat pants that look like sport/dress slacks from the brand Lu Lu Lemon. They’re my go to for my travels where close quarters with strangers is likely, planes, trains, buses etc…and the obligatory “pants only dining rooms”.

@30AndAWakeUp

19 күн бұрын

Very cool! I actually have a pair of their grey pants! I love them!

Enjoyed your cruising travels and experiences. Question: What would be the best cruise from the US west coast to SE Asia? Or would you recommend multiple cruises for the long journey?

@30AndAWakeUp

21 күн бұрын

probably princess

I recently did The Spice Trail cruise with Celebrity - had to obtain 3 separate visas

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

good to know! that sounds like an awesome cruise!

If i had money, I’d live a year on all different cruise ships.

@30AndAWakeUp

8 күн бұрын

Understand for sure

I am in the middle of getting two crowns replaced. The old crowns had been there since I was 22. Be careful not to eat hard or sticky foods. i made the mistake of crunching down on a hard object. I shattered the temp crown.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

thanks for the tip!

@tedlaurvik3765

25 күн бұрын

@@30AndAWakeUp I would believe the dentist already told you that. Thanks for the videos.

please live in a Switzerland Mountain Hut for a while

@30AndAWakeUp

12 күн бұрын

That would be amazing!

What do you mean by a "more European" style of customer service? What is different? How does it impact us? How could (should) we adjust to it? Nice Q&A session. Thanks.

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

There is just a lot less pampering compared to what many US/Canadian customers expect on cruises.

Could not find link to the phone wallet with medallion holder which brand is it? Thx for info getting ready for my 19 day around Japan cruise

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

link is in the description of the vid

I've had my passport stamped entering a cruise port ... in St. Petersburg, Russia!

@30AndAWakeUp

24 күн бұрын

Nice!

How did the Ruby Princess stack up for such a long itinerary and what did you enjoy the best? What is now your favorite Princess ship? Best of luck and safe travels!

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

It was a varied itinerary…started in fort lauderdale and ended in alaska. favorite ship…probably Ruby

@hegone2005

26 күн бұрын

How are the new Hoka's doing. They are super soft for walking making it easier on my knees, but I do wear out the heal somewhat quickly.

What exactly does "european customer service" translate to? (Re: MSC) We've never sailed with MSC so I'm curious.

@30AndAWakeUp

24 күн бұрын

It’s just a lower customer service standard that people are used to on US focused cruises. On most cruise lines…they go out of their way to make sure you have everything you need. On MSC, you need to ask if you need something. If that makes sense.

Glad I caught this! Leaving soon on a short van trip. Great recap! Some of those future cruises sound really interesting. Enjoy Thailand and hope the dental work all goes smoothly.

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

Have a safe trip!!!

Since you like Tallinn, have you visited Visby, Sweden? It's my favourite.

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

We did! I really liked it there as well.

@serenaknitsandpurls

26 күн бұрын

@@30AndAWakeUp they do a Middle Ages festival (in August l think) and it is an experience even if one is not into cosplay/reenactment. The entire city is closed for traffic and everywhere one goes it is calm, a little bit magic to see the city as it was and quiet except for the occasional bard or matron with her coin bag clinking. Note that the festival is different from Almedalen week, just before or after the festival, which is the political annual meeting where all the party leaders give speeches and the city is basically in a semi lockdown.

Have you considered going to Turkey for dental work? Just curious why you are getting it done in Thailand.

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Yeah, I did the research and Thailand was just a notch above Turkey. But Turkey has some good clinics as well.

you have to be careful because you look too skinny. Make sure you do some resistant training to build muscle, We want you healthy and strong to keep amazing us with your fantastic stories. God Bless you man!!

@30AndAWakeUp

24 күн бұрын

Yeah, definitely. Im moving into phase two of my fitness journey now, which is lots of time in the gym.

Can you talk about international dentistry sometime?

@30AndAWakeUp

23 күн бұрын

yep, i have a whole video coming out about the 22 crowns and 6 veneers I got here in bangkok

Billy Bob Thornton grill 😀

@30AndAWakeUp

26 күн бұрын

I definitely have his overbite!

Love Tallin. Did you get a balcony for Iceland Norway or Alaska?

@30AndAWakeUp

24 күн бұрын

I did not

No more cruising? Oh man, say it ain't so! (Ah, later in the vid you may do periodic cruising. My preferred way too). I mix my travel up. I am full time in an rv (NOT a van). I do 10+ cruises a year. Next year I am going to add in a few months at a time in foreign countries based on @Ground Life Finances credit card deals. It'll take me that long to get all the points based on the initial spend needed to qualify. After so many hoops to jump thru with Chase I got the first one for IHG. Getting credit while being a nomad is not that easy but is doable and expect to jump thru all sorts of crazy hoops. I do HATE banks. Finny as a financial software consultant before I retired I made a nice pile of money doing work for banks!

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Yeah, it’s nice to integrate a bunch of different ways to travel together.

I pack to many clothes!

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Yeah, that’s definitely an issue most have.

Hey Kevin , Hope you are well . Can you tell me which Dentist you are using ? I am looking for a Dentist in Bangkok . I need to get a lot of work done . 😔😂 Also how it went and how are there prices . Thanks and stay safe .

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Bangkok International Dentist Center (BIDC). I’ll be showing all the prices in my vid. But to give you an idea…I had a root canal and it was a little over 400 bucks.

@pmags1331

25 күн бұрын

@@30AndAWakeUp Thank you for sharing …

Somehow I am doing 3 cruises this year (March, July, August). Never thought I’d do 3 in one year, but now we are considering repositioning cruises to avoid long-haul international flights when my husband retires. My concern is the cost of Wi-Fi (and speeds). I will be continuing to remote work and need internet. It is $299 for our 12-day British Isles cruise next month. So a month of cruising could easily be $600 for Wifi! I know Princess currently offers 50% off Wi-Fi when you reach elite. Do other cruises lines offer similar?

@30AndAWakeUp

24 күн бұрын

at some point WIFI is free on Royal