Join us as we explore two very different sides of Hawaii's Big Island during our cruise aboard Pride of America. Our first stop takes us from Hilo to Volcanoes National Park, with a sweet visit to Big Island Candies along the way. Unfortunately, the weather had other plans, and rain, mist and low cloud made capturing the dramatic volcanic landscapes a challenge. Even so, there's something fascinating about experiencing Hawaii's raw and unpredictable natural beauty. The following day couldn't have been more different. Under glorious Hawaiian sunshine, we spend the day exploring the charming town of Kona, enjoying a relaxed lunch by the waterfront before setting sail on a catamaran cruise along the stunning Kona Coast. Along the way we visit the historic waters near Kealakekua Bay, where Captain James Cook met his fate in 1779. Back aboard Pride of America, we round off another wonderful day in paradise with dinner at Jefferson's Bistro. If you're planning a Hawaiian cruise or simply dreaming of the islands, we hope you enjoy coming along for the journey. 🚢 Ship: Pride of America 📍 Ports: Hilo & Kona, Hawaii 🌺 Highlights: Big Island Candies, Volcanoes National Park, Kona Town, Kealakekua Bay & Captain Cook Monument, Catamaran Cruise, Jefferson's Bistro Don't forget to like, subscribe and join us for more cruise adventures from around the world.

Kahului gives you a second day in Maui, and there's a reasonable case for using it differently to the first. We hired a car and headed east — not all the way to Hana, which is a long drive for a port day, but far enough to get a proper feel for what makes this coastline worth the journey. The first stop was Baldwin Beach, a long, unhurried stretch of sand just outside Paia. It's the kind of place that doesn't ask anything of you — a good spot to ease into the morning before the road gets winding. Paia itself is a small town that repays a slow wander. It has a slightly eclectic character — surf shops alongside galleries and decent coffee — and it's noticeably more relaxed than you might expect given how close it sits to the main tourist trail. Ho'okipa Lookout comes a little further along, and it earns its reputation. The view down to the beach is genuinely striking, particularly if the wind is up and the surfers are out. It's a short stop, but a worthwhile one. Twin Falls rounds out the inland stretch well. The walk in is manageable, the falls themselves are pleasant, and it's a good place to stretch your legs before turning back. If you're pressed for time, the first falls are close to the trailhead — you don't have to go deep to get something from it. We were back on board in good time for dinner at Cagney's, which felt like a fitting way to close the day. A quiet table, a proper meal — the road to Hana has a way of making you appreciate sitting still.

We're in Hawaii. This one starts on boarding day for Norwegian's Pride of America — a ship that does something no other major cruise line currently offers, a year-round itinerary sailing entirely within the Hawaiian Islands. Once we're settled onboard, it's a fairly straightforward first day — getting your bearings, finding your way around, working out how the ship fits together. If you're considering Pride of America yourself, the boarding process is much like any other major cruise, though Honolulu's pier has its own rhythm worth knowing about. Our first port is Maui, and we spend the evening on a sunset catamaran cruise — a relaxed way to ease into the islands rather than trying to do too much on day one. It's the kind of excursion that suits the pace of Hawaii well. If you're planning a Hawaiian cruise or just curious what Pride of America is actually like from the moment you step onboard, this should give you a honest feel for how it starts. Ready to plan your cruise with confidence? Our complete Cruise With Confidence Blueprint covers everything — from choosing the right ship to making the most of every port. Grab your copy here → https://payhip.com/HighSeasEscapades

Step on board the Pride of America with me! In this full walking tour of Norwegian Cruise Line's Hawaii ship, I show you everything — from the staterooms and specialty restaurants to the pool deck, spa, and Waikiki Bar. This is the ship that sails four Hawaiian islands in just seven days, and trust me, she's worth exploring! Subscribe for: 🚢 Cruise ship tours 🌴 Cruise port guides ⚓ Sea day vlogs 🧳 Cruise tips & planning advice ☕ Relaxing travel content with real cruise vibes Ready to plan your cruise with confidence? Our complete Cruise With Confidence Blueprint covers everything — from choosing the right ship to making the most of every port. Grab your copy here → https://payhip.com/HighSeasEscapades

A walkthrough of our balcony cabin on deck 8 of the Pride of America — cabin 8020. If you're booked on a similar cabin or just weighing up whether a balcony is worth it for a Hawaii cruise, hopefully this gives you a useful look at what to expect. We cover the layout, storage, bathroom, and of course the balcony view. The Pride of America is a unique ship in that it spends its entire time sailing between the Hawaiian Islands, so the balcony gets a fair amount of use — you're rarely far from a coastline worth watching. This is part of our full Pride of America — Hawaii Cruise 2026 series

Our Hawaii cruise started with two days on Oʻahu — and it set the tone for the whole trip. Day one was the travel day, followed by an afternoon at Waikiki Beach and a visit to Pearl Harbor. If you haven't been to the memorial before, it's worth giving yourself more time than you think you'll need — it stays with you. Day two took us to Kualoa Ranch on the windward coast. It's a working cattle ranch that also happens to be one of the most recognisable film locations in the world — Jurassic Park fans will know exactly why. We'd heard good things and it didn't disappoint. This is part one of our full Hawaii cruise series aboard Pride of America. If you're planning a similar trip, hopefully this gives you a useful sense of what the first couple of days can look like. 🔔 Subscribe for the rest of the series — Maui, the Big Island, and Kauaʻi still to come.

Our final video in the P&O Arvia Transatlantic series brings the sunshine and the sentimentality 🌴🚢 We spend an unforgettable day in Saint Lucia, heading out on a catamaran cruise to the iconic Pitons — warm waters, dramatic scenery, and exactly the kind of Caribbean day you dream about while stuck at home in winter. Back onboard P&O Arvia, we soak up our final evening at sea, returning to The Beach House for one last relaxed dinner before the journey comes to an end. The next morning we dock in Barbados, bringing our transatlantic adventure to a close before flying home — tired, sun-kissed, and already missing life at sea. If you’ve followed along from the start, thank you for sailing with us ❤️ And if you’re dreaming of a transatlantic cruise, we hope this series shows what it’s really like — sea days, ports, food, and all the little moments in between. 👉 Don’t forget to check out the full P&O Arvia Transatlantic playlist for the complete journey.

Join us aboard P&O Arvia as our 14-night Transatlantic cruise continues with two stunning Caribbean port days in St Maarten and St Kitts 🌴 In this episode, we explore these beautiful islands after days at sea, sharing first impressions, port highlights, and what it’s really like visiting St Maarten and St Kitts on a transatlantic sailing. From laid-back Caribbean vibes to classic cruise port experiences, this is cruising at its most relaxed. If you’re curious about life on board P&O Arvia, what transatlantic cruising is really like, or whether Caribbean port days live up to the hype after multiple sea days — this one’s for you. ⚓ In this video: P&O Arvia transatlantic cruise experience Port days in St Maarten & St Kitts Caribbean cruise atmosphere after sea days Casual exploring, views, and cruise life moments 👉 Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and join us for the rest of our transatlantic adventure.

Part 2 of our P&O Arvia Transatlantic 2025 journey kicks off in Tenerife, where we head inland on an excursion to Mount Teide National Park — one of the highlights of the crossing. After Tenerife, it’s time for the full transatlantic sea-day experience: five consecutive days at sea. We slow the pace right down, enjoy onboard shows, settle into ship life, and — let’s be honest — eat our way across the Atlantic. This episode is all about what a long stretch of sea days on Arvia really looks like, from relaxed days onboard to plenty of dining highlights along the way. In This Video: Tenerife port day & Mount Teide National Park Life onboard during five sea days Entertainment and shows we saw Lots (and lots) of food across different venues The rhythm of a transatlantic crossing If you’re considering a transatlantic cruise or sailing on P&O Arvia, this is a realistic look at how those long sea days actually feel.

Join us for Part 1 of our P&O Arvia Transatlantic 2025 adventure! In this episode, we set sail from Southampton, settle into life at sea, and deal with an unexpected twist — an impromptu call at La Coruña after a mid-ocean change of plans. We take you through embarkation day, explore our first sea days, and show the venues and restaurants we tried along the way. If you're sailing on Arvia soon (or just love following a good transatlantic crossing), this is a great look at what to expect onboard. In This Video: Embarkation & first impressions Our cabin & early ship wanderings Sea day life on Arvia Surprise diversion to La Coruña Venues and restaurants we tried (and what we thought!) More parts coming soon as we continue across the Atlantic toward the Caribbean. If you’re enjoying the series, don’t forget to like and subscribe — it really helps our channel grow!

Step aboard P&O Arvia as we take you on a full venue tour of the ship — organised into easy-to-follow sections so you can explore Arvia just like we did. Whether you're planning your first cruise or coming back for another round of sea-day bliss, this tour shows you all the major spaces from restaurants to pools, lounges to entertainment venues, and everything in between. In this video we cover: 0:00 Intro 0:14 🍽 Restaurants – all the dining hotspots, from casual bites to signature venues 9:36 🍸 Bars & Lounges – the best places to grab a drink, unwind, or enjoy the atmosphere 16:22 🎭 Entertainment Venues – theatres, live music spaces, and late-night fun 21:40 🏊 Pools & Outside Decks – where to relax, sunbathe, and cool off 22:47 🛍 Shopping & Guest Services – boutiques, essentials, and duty-free browsing If you're sailing on Arvia soon, this walkthrough will help you get your bearings before you’re even onboard. If you’ve already sailed, come along and relive the good bits. ✨ 🌊 Don’t forget to subscribe for more cruise tips, guides & tours from High Seas Escapades!

Welcome aboard P&O Arvia! In this video, we’re giving you a full balcony cabin tour of Cabin 16214, a GF-grade stateroom located forward on Deck 16. Take a look around this stylish and modern cabin — from the spacious balcony and comfy bed to the smart storage, bathroom setup, and in-room amenities. We’ll show you exactly what to expect if you’re sailing in this category on P&O Cruises’ Arvia, including our honest impressions after a full transatlantic sailing. If you’re planning your P&O Arvia cruise or just love checking out cruise cabins, this is for you! 🚢 Ship: P&O Arvia 🛏️ Cabin: 1624 (GF Balcony Cabin) 📍 Location: Deck 16 Forward 👉 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more cruise vlogs, ship tours, and travel tips from High Seas Escapades.

Join us for a full ship tour of P&O Azura — deck by deck! Whether you're planning your own cruise, reminiscing about a past trip, or just love a good nosey around cruise ships, this walkthrough has you covered. From top-deck pools to hidden lounges, we take you through the entire ship so you know exactly what to expect onboard. We filmed this during our 2025 Mediterranean sailing, so everything is up-to-date — including dining venues, bars, entertainment spaces, pools, and more. Get ready to explore Azura in her full glory! 🚢 Full deck-by-deck walkthrough 🍽️ Dining venues like The Peninsular, Sindhu, The Epicurean & more 🍹 Bars and lounges including The Glass House and Planet Bar 🎭 Entertainment venues, pools, spa & gym 🛏️ Stateroom decks and insider tips 🎬 Shot during our Med Cruise – July 2025 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe — and stick around for our next cruise adventure aboard P&O Arvia this October!

All good cruises must come to an end — but not before one last Italian adventure (and a sunset boogie on deck). In this final vlog from our P&O Azura Mediterranean cruise, we arrive into Taranto and head out on a half-day excursion to the dazzling whitewashed town of Ostuni — the so-called “White City” perched on a hill and basking in the sunshine. The rest of the day is all about maximum relaxation. We spend the afternoon unwinding back on board, enjoy a casual evening meal at The Beach House, and soak up our final sea day with coffees, packing (sad face), and a lovely dinner in the Peninsular Restaurant. Then it’s up to the top deck for one last hurrah — a silent disco under the stars! Disembarkation was smooth and painless, but don’t worry — it won’t be long until we’re back at sea. Our next adventure? A transatlantic sailing aboard P&O Arvia this October! So make sure you're subscribed — we've got plenty more ocean escapades to come. 🏛️ Morning in Ostuni ☀️ Relaxing afternoon onboard 🌮 Dinner at The Beach House 🧳 Final sea day + packing 🎧 Silent disco under the stars ✈️ Disembarkation & airport transfer 🚢 Next stop: P&O Arvia — October 2025! Thanks for watching — and as always, see you on the high seas.

Welcome to sun-drenched Corfu — our next stop on this Mediterranean cruise aboard P&O Azura! We kicked off the morning with a guided excursion into Corfu Town. Our guide was fantastic, the history was fascinating... and the weather? Absolutely boiling. We started with a much-needed coffee stop before wandering through the slightly scruffy (but charming) old town streets. After a bit of exploring (and sweating), we wrapped things up with ice-cold beers and shade — Corfu survival mode: activated. Back on board, we enjoyed a beautiful sailaway with glowing sunset views over the island, followed by a relaxed dinner in the Peninsular Restaurant. 🚌 Morning excursion to Corfu Town ☕ Coffee, culture, and cobbles 🍺 Ice-cold beer (and lots of it) 🌅 Pretty sunset sailaway 🍽️ Dinner in the Peninsular Restaurant Subscribe for more honest cruise content, daily vlogs, and a bit of sass with your sailaways!

It’s another sun-drenched day in the Adriatic as P&O Azura docks in Dubrovnik! We kick things off with a peaceful excursion to the charming seaside town of Cavtat — all cobbled streets, palm-lined promenades, and postcard views. Then it’s back to bustling Dubrovnik, where we dive into the heart of the Old Town to explore its iconic sights (and dodge about a thousand other tourists 🧍🧍🧍). Back onboard, we cool off and enjoy a delicious evening at Sindhu, where bold Indian flavours meet fine dining at sea. 🚌 Excursion to Cavtat 🏰 Exploring Dubrovnik Old Town ☀️ Busy but Beautiful 🍛 Dinner at Sindhu (and yes, it was amazing) Don't forget to subscribe for more daily cruise adventures across the Med!

Kotor, you stunning scorcher! We arrive early into one of the most breathtaking ports in the Adriatic — and it’s sweltering. With the sun blazing down, we take the tender ashore and embark on a scenic excursion to the iconic Our Lady of the Rocks and the charming town of Perast. It may be hot enough to fry an egg on deck, but the views (and the ice cream) make it totally worth it. 🛥️ Tender to Shore 🔥 Sweltering Summer Day ⛪ Our Lady of the Rocks 🏘️ Wandering through Perast 🌄 Epic Views of Kotor Bay If you're dreaming of Montenegro or just need a virtual escape (preferably with AC), this is the vlog for you.

It’s our first full day at sea aboard P&O Azura — time to slow down and soak up the cruise life! From exploring the ship and relaxing on deck, to a laid-back lunch at The Glass House, today is all about indulgence. We end the day in style with a glamorous black tie evening and an unforgettable fine dining experience at The Epicurean.

Join us as we kick off our Mediterranean cruise adventure aboard P&O Azura! It’s an early start flying from Manchester to Malta with TUI Airlines, followed by the excitement of boarding day in beautiful Valletta. Come aboard as we explore our cabin, enjoy a delicious dinner, and soak in the magical sailaway as the sun sets over the Grand Harbour. It’s day one of seven — let’s go!

ake a look inside Balcony Cabin R251 aboard P&O Cruises’ Azura. This stateroom is located on the Riviera Deck on the starboard side, conveniently near the forward elevators. In this cabin tour, we show you the layout, balcony view, storage, bathroom, and everything else you might want to know before booking this cabin yourself. Whether you're planning your next cruise or just curious about what a P&O Azura balcony cabin looks like, this video gives you a full walkthrough of Cabin R251.