I've Found THE Absolute Best Cruises For Your Bucket List

Happy to say that having just returned from 2 months/60 days of cruising from Dubai to Singapore to Perth to Auckland, my wife and I talked about you a great deal. Folks, if you are just meeting this guy and are even remotely interested in cruising, LISTEN TO THIS MAN! Other bloggers do have interesting tips. This man is invaluable. Back to the subject. After 10+ years of cruising on somewhat of a budget, I am surprised how many of your bucket lists we have done, and you are spot on with this video. I'm not overly excited at river cruising, we've never done it. I see cruising as 1st, enjoying the ship and its facilities, and 2nd, enjoying a very brief glimpse of the country being visited. Meh ship, meh cruise. WOW city, wow cruise! So having done the circumnavigation of Japan, Iceland, multiple Transatlantics, and unexpectely Alaska last year, you've made me feel special. I hadn't thought about Antarctica, well I've thought about it but it's really expensive, and you only get to see the continent, not touch it. Well, thank you, I've added it to the list. Galapagos, maybe someday, but I can see iguanas in Florida, turtles in a pet store, and I've been to Iceland. Polynesia, check, now we have to go. At the moment, my wife's 90 year old left leg is limiting our travels, but we are aiming for Rome to Miami starting in November. But our kids are very well paid at work, healthy, happy and nearby, and we are busy spending their inheritance before we have to move into their basements. Thanks again Gary, your videos and advice are treasure.

Dear Gary, probably out of modesty you forgot one of my favorites - a journey around the UK and Ireland and if you want to make it even more memorable there are cruises that sail on to Iceland before or afterwards, albeit that’s really costly. This cruise offers so many different ports, impressive landscapes and interaction with locals. I agree that skipping the prearranged excursions and doing your own thing can be beneficial- within the UK most great locations are within easy reach to the ports, so you mustn’t be to worried about being late for departure and people are really helpful and nice - so I strongly recommend that destination!

We've done over 700 nights in 10 years on multiple cruise lines and I heartily concur with your list.

Gary, you are such a great communicator. Thanks for all the advice that has improved our cruising experiences immeasurably!

I'm so glad I got to sail on a cruise ship into the heart of Venice. Definitely my most memorable experience sailing into a port (and now forbidden).

I just love your enthusiasm and how well prepared you are, still being personal and authentic.

Gary, Having watched your other videos, I knew the Panama Canal was going to be near the top of your list. In fact, your enthusiasm convinced me that I should go. So, when my brother offered to take me on a cruise for an upcoming big birthday, I selected the Panama Canal from the options he presented. I am looking forward to doing the full transit on the new Oceania Vista later this year. 😊 But first I am finally going to cruise on the Saga Spirit of Adventure, which I first learned about from you more than three years ago. Four years ago?

You are a class act. Your advice I listen too. There are other bloggers that just chose to cruise in a different manner, nothing wrong, just not my taste. However, I do trust your taste. Being a very traditional person, I appreciate your sensibilities. Thank you for putting out such a good product.

I haven’t done a Mekong cruise (and it is something I would love to do), but I have visited both Cambodia and Vietnam. I would love to do a cruise but highly recommend adding at least a week or two to the cruise, and see Hanoi, Sapa and Halong Bay. Hanoi has the Old Quarter, which still retains the look a feel of an Asian community from over 100 years ago.

I have to give it to You Gary! You sure know what’s happening and how to share the knowledge!

Fantastic information- thanks for this, Gary!

Hi Gary, agree with you about Japan. We are going back next year. Safe, friendly, clean, culture, beautiful scenery. It's very expensive but it's up the passangers how much they spend. I enjoy watching your videos. From Queensland Australia

Thank you for all of your expertise while sharing your experience! Cheers!

BEST ever "Tips " video, thanks Gary. I have not cruised Polynesia but I agree with Mark, Fiji people were fantastic. I will never forget watching a beach wedding.

Thank you for doing these videos. They are so well done and informative. I have learned a lot already and look forward to learning more. Thanks again for doing such a good job. It is a great help.

Awesome video, so many ideas and choices!

Great list! Thank you for the video!

I love your channel!!!!! Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us. Antartica cruise sounds amazing! Probably like going back in time. Very cool bro.

Always love your commentary. Thanks for doing a great job Gary.

Great video Gary (as usual). I have been up and down the Mekong, fascinating. When you said it took 25 hours to get to the Galapagos, I chuckled. It generally takes me 23-30 hours to visit some family and friends. (through multiple countries). Keep up the great work!