British & Irish Cruises:10 Things YOU NEED TO KNOW Before You Book!
Thinking about booking a British & Irish cruise? In this video, I share 10 things you need to know before you book, based on my experience sailing a British and Irish itinerary. This guide covers tender ports, weather, packing, shore excursions, currency, and how these cruises really work. British and Irish cruises feel very different to the Mediterranean or Caribbean, and understanding these differences makes a huge difference to how much you enjoy your trip. From tender ports and gateway cities, to changeable weather and planning port days properly, this video will help you avoid the most common mistakes. I sailed this itinerary on Regal Princess and even though I’d visited many of these places before, understanding how British & Irish cruises work completely changed the experience. Watch next: ▶️ Regal Princess British & Irish Ports of Call – see how these port days actually unfold in practice https://youtu.be/FBYpV4ESJlg ▶️ British & Irish Cruise Ports of Call Playlist – all ports, guides, and tips in one place https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL40w_zdtYurlALa35_5tKPOQlry9dBu9U I’ve cruised extensively across Europe and beyond, sharing honest, practical cruise advice to help you plan with confidence. Especially if you’re cruising from the UK or visiting UK and Irish ports for the first time. 📍 New videos every week – https://www.youtube.com/@solotravel1974?sub_confirmation=1 #BritishIslesCruise #BritishAndIrishCruise #UKCruise 📱 Cruise eSIM from Saily If you don’t want to buy the ship’s WiFi package, a cruise eSIM could be another option to consider. Saily has recently launched a cruise eSIM designed to provide mobile data at sea and in selected ports. You can find out more here: https://go.saily.site/SH11q Use code solotravel15 for 15% off. This is an affiliate link, which means I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase, at no extra cost to you. 🧳 Cruise Essentials I Use (Amazon) 👉 Magnetic hooks (perfect for extra storage in your cabin): https://amzn.to/4d0ndOW 👉 Packing cubes (keep your suitcase organised): https://amzn.to/3Pyh5DA 👉 Cruise luggage tags (protect your tags at the port): https://amzn.to/47XWA9H 👉 Travel Extension Lead UK https://amzn.to/41iaqA4 EU https://amzn.to/4d5SCQ1 👉 Toiletry organiser (great for small bathrooms): https://amzn.to/4uGmQiN (Some links are affiliate links, which means I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.) Chapters 00:00 - British & Irish Cruises – 10 Things You Need to Know 00:33 - Why Are There So Many Tender Ports on British & Irish Cruises? 01:55 - Are British & Irish Cruise Ports Set Up for Cruise Ships? 02:40 - Does the Cruise Ship Dock Where You Actually Want to Visit? 03:25 - Do You Need Shore Excursions on a British & Irish Cruise? 03:55 - Are Distances Longer Than They Look on British & Irish Cruises? 04:19 - What Is the Weather Really Like on a British & Irish Cruise? 05:29 - What Should You Pack for a British & Irish Cruise? 06:01 - How Many Countries Do British & Irish Cruises Actually Visit? 06:42 - What Currency Do You Need on a British & Irish Cruise? 07:14 - Where Do British & Irish Cruises Usually Sail From? 07:42 - Final Thoughts & Watch Next!