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What If You Lose Your Passport on a Cruise? (Full Emergency Plan)
😱 Losing your passport on a cruise is one of the scariest travel nightmares. But don’t panic—we’re breaking down exactly what to do step by step, based on REAL government ...and travel insurance guidance.
In this video you’ll learn:
✅ What to do if you lose your passport onboard the ship
✅ What to do if you lose your passport in port (and the ship might leave without you)
✅ How U.S. embassies & consulates issue emergency passports (valid up to 1 year)
✅ Travel insurance coverage—what’s included, what’s not, and how it can save your trip
✅ Prevention tips: stateroom safes, copies, digital scans, avoiding damaged passports
✅ What UK & international travelers should do
🎯 Whether you’re a first-time cruiser or seasoned pro, this guide could save your vacation—and maybe your sanity.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:09 Lose Passport While Onboard
02:42 Lose Passport While In Port
04:45 Passport Loss Prevention
06:22 International Cruiser
06:52 Quick Recap
07:12 Final Thoughts
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What If You Lose Your Passport on a Cruise? (Full Emergency Plan)
😱 Losing your passport on a cruise is one of the scariest travel ...
😱 Losing your passport on a cruise is one of the scariest travel nightmares. But don’t panic—we’re breaking down exactly what to do step by step, based on REAL government ...and travel insurance guidance.
In this video you’ll learn:
✅ What to do if you lose your passport onboard the ship
✅ What to do if you lose your passport in port (and the ship might leave without you)
✅ How U.S. embassies & consulates issue emergency passports (valid up to 1 year)
✅ Travel insurance coverage—what’s included, what’s not, and how it can save your trip
✅ Prevention tips: stateroom safes, copies, digital scans, avoiding damaged passports
✅ What UK & international travelers should do
🎯 Whether you’re a first-time cruiser or seasoned pro, this guide could save your vacation—and maybe your sanity.
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:09 Lose Passport While Onboard
02:42 Lose Passport While In Port
04:45 Passport Loss Prevention
06:22 International Cruiser
06:52 Quick Recap
07:12 Final Thoughts
This and all other videos are for entertainment purposes only. We share our own opinions, personal experiences and information with other cruise travelers, which we hope can be helpful.
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Cruise Chaos! 🤯 Would You Rather… (Impossible Edition)
Think you can handle the HARDEST cruise questions ever? Adam & Mary ...
Think you can handle the HARDEST cruise questions ever? Adam & Mary from Hollett’s At Sea pull 75 brutally tough “Would You Rather” cruise scenarios straight out of the hat ...— and YOU have to play along!
From losing your luggage until the last night… to choosing between Carnival forever or never cruising again… these questions will break your brain, make you laugh, and maybe even start a cruise debate in the comments.
💬 Your challenge: COMMENT your answers as we go. No skipping. We’re watching. 😉
🙌 Shoutout to our friends at @LidoHoppers for inspiring this game after they got stuck in the cruise terminal for HOURS.
Timestamps
0:00 – The HARDEST Cruise Hook
0:16 – Shoutout
1:27 – Audience Challenge (Play Along!)
1:58 – The Spicy Questions Begin
14:09 – Wrap Up + Your Turn
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Cruise Shore Excursions: Worth It or Waste of Money? 🐬🐷🏝️
Thinking about booking a cruise shore excursion? 🛳️ From swimming with ...
Thinking about booking a cruise shore excursion? 🛳️ From swimming with stingrays and dolphins to Mayan ruins, zip-lining & waterfalls and even swimming with pigs—we’ve done them all. But are ...they really worth it?
In this video, we give you our honest, funny, and unfiltered thoughts on the best and worst cruise excursions. Whether you’re into adventure excursions, all-inclusive beach days, or cultural tours, we’ll help you decide what’s worth the splurge (and what’s better left on Instagram or Facebook).
Please note we do not sell cruises on Hollett’s At Sea. This and all other videos are for entertainment purposes only. We share our own opinions, personal experiences and information with other cruise travelers, which we hope can be helpful. Please contact your travel agent or the cruise line directly for advice and any information specific to your booking.
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Cruise Packing Guide 2025: Don’t Forget THESE Must-Haves!
Cruise Packing Guide 2025: Don’t Forget THESE Must-Haves! 🧳✨
Packing for a cruise can feel overwhelming—limited cabin space, airline baggage fees, and no Target runs at sea! In this video, Adam ...& Mary from Holletts At Sea share the ultimate cruise packing list 2025 to help you avoid overpacking while still bringing everything you’ll actually need.
We’ll cover:
✅ What to pack in your carry-on for embarkation day (passport, meds, swimsuit, and cruise hacks you’ll thank us for).
✅ Clothing strategies to save space and still look great for theme nights and formal dinners.
✅ Essential toiletries & personal care items (including reef-safe sunscreen and seasickness remedies).
✅ Cruise-specific hacks like magnetic hooks, waterproof phone pouches, and over-the-door storage.
✅ What NOT to pack so your stuff doesn’t get confiscated or waste precious suitcase space.
PLUS: We’ll give our honest review of Tripped Travel Gear packing cubes. Spoiler: some pieces impressed us, others not so much—but one item definitely stood out. https://trippedtravelgear.com/
AND you’ll see the backpack with a built-in vacuum sealer that might just be cruise packing sorcery.
Chapters:
01:43 - Carry On Stuff
04:33 - Outfit Tips
07:44 - Toiletries & Personal Care
10:25 - Tripped Travel Gear Review
14:26 - Bags & Luggage
17:14 - My FAVORITE Bag
20:52 - Cruise Specific Items
24:43 - What NOT To Pack
27:06 - Bonus Items To Pack
Please note we do not sell cruises on Hollett’s At Sea. This and all other videos are for entertainment purposes only. We share our own opinions, personal experiences and information with other cruise travelers, which we hope can be helpful. Please contact your travel agent or the cruise line directly for advice and any information specific to your booking.
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Cruise Embarkation Day Outfits: What to Wear & Pack First!
What should you wear on cruise embarkation day? Whether you’re a ...
What should you wear on cruise embarkation day? Whether you’re a first-time cruiser or seasoned sailor, your outfit and your carry-on can make or break your first few hours onboard! ...In this video, Adam and Mary from Hollett's At Sea break down the best embarkation day outfit tips for men and women—plus exactly what to pack in your carry-on when your luggage is nowhere to be found.
We cover:
✔️ Cruise outfit dos and don’ts
✔️ What to wear for embarkation photos
✔️ The #1 rookie mistake with shoes
✔️ And how to be cute and comfy from ship to sail-away!
👇 DROP YOUR FAVORITE EMBARKATION DAY LOOK IN THE COMMENTS!
⏱️ Timestamps
01:09 – Top Tips For Women
02:43 – Top Tips For Men
04:20 – What to Pack in Your Day Bag
06:30 – What NOT to Wear
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#CruiseTips #EmbarkationDay #CruiseOutfits #cruisetips
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🚢 Think you know ALL the cruise hacks? Think again! In this video, ...
🚢 Think you know ALL the cruise hacks? Think again! In this video, Adam & Mary from Hollett’s at Sea reveal 15 of the **strangest-sounding cruise tips** that actually WORK—and ...will level up your entire cruise experience.
These aren't your grandma’s cruise hacks. We’re talking:
✔️ Slot machine cash tricks
✔️ Why we pack trash bags (seriously)
✔️ The pillowcase trick that changed our lives
✔️ Getting lobster *all night long* (may NOT be a scam!)
✔️ And loads more fun, offbeat cruise tips for newbies and seasoned pros
👍 LIKE this video if you've ever used a cruise tip that sounded crazy—but totally worked.
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💬 Drop your best WEIRD cruise hack in the comments—we might feature YOU in our next video!
Please note we do not sell cruises on Hollett’s At Sea. This and all other videos are for entertainment purposes only. We share our own opinions, personal experiences and information with other cruise travelers, which we hope can be helpful. Please contact your travel agent or the cruise line directly for advice and any information specific to your booking.
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Best Cruise Apps You’ll Actually Use (Many Work Offline!)
🚢 No WiFi? No Problem! These 8 Cruise Apps Will Save Your Vacation ...
🚢 No WiFi? No Problem! These 8 Cruise Apps Will Save Your Vacation (Even Offline!) 🚢
Cruise ship WiFi is slow, expensive… and sometimes just plain SUCKS. But what if you ...could navigate, plan, stay entertained, and never miss a beat—ALL without internet? We’re sharing the exact offline apps we use every cruise to make life at sea smoother, cheaper, and way more fun!
Here’s what you’ll discover:
* 🛳️ Cruise line apps that work—even in airplane mode!
* 📲 Our favorite cruise planner for port days, deck maps, and ship stats
* 🌍 Translation apps that could’ve saved Adam
* 💬 Messaging hacks for staying in touch (without paying big $$$)
* 💱 The currency app every bargain hunter needs in port
* 🎬 How to download movies, music, and audiobooks for sea days
* 🌦️ Our “screenshot the forecast” weather trick
* 🏆 BONUS: Genius offline apps most cruisers totally miss
⏩ TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 – Intro
1:10 – Cruise line apps
2:20 – Ship Mate (the cruise nerd’s toolkit)
3:36 – Translation apps (avoid awkward dinners!)
4:55 – Messaging on a budget
5:48 – Currency converter for shopping in port
7:00 – Offline entertainment for sea days
9:13 – Weather screenshot hack
10:52 – Bonus offline essentials
🔥 Don’t Miss Our BIG NEWS at the End! (You’ll want to be the first to hear this!)
👫 We’re Mary & Adam—Hollett’s At Sea! We cruise on a budget, love sharing real hacks (and the occasional sunburn), and help you spend more time at sea for less. New cruise tips every week
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💬 What’s YOUR favorite offline cruise app? Drop it in the comments—we’re always on the hunt for new ones!
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Don’t Get Hacked on a Cruise! 🚢 8 Tips to Protect Your Data & Money
🚨 Don’t Get Hacked — Protect Your Cruise & Your Info! From cruise ship ...
🚨 Don’t Get Hacked — Protect Your Cruise & Your Info!
From cruise ship Wi-Fi to sketchy airport networks, hackers are lurking. In this video, Adam & Mary from Hollett’s At ...Sea share simple, no-tech-needed tips to protect your passwords, credit cards, and identity while traveling.
🛳️ Why you should watch: Cybercrime targeting travelers has exploded — with maritime cyberattacks up nearly 900% in recent years. Even major cruise lines like Carnival have been hit by ransomware and data breaches exposing thousands of guests’ info.
💡 Our #1 Must-Do:
Use a VPN like NordVPN to encrypt your data so hackers can’t see what you’re doing online. Works in most ports, airports, cafés, hotels — and some cruise Wi-Fi packages.
👉 We personally use & love NordVPN — grab it here: https://go.nordvpn.net/aff_c?offer_id=15&aff_id=128114&url_id=902
👇 Here’s what we cover:
0:00 – Intro
1:41 – Make sure phone is up to date
2:34 – Disable Auto-Connect
3:07 – VPN (Virtual Pirate Network!)
4:27 – Public Network Warnings
4:59 – Phone Passcode Tips
7:08 – Credit vs Debit
9:39 – PIN Security
10:11 – Cabin Safe Musts
11:40 – Final Thoughts
✈️ These tips protect you on the ship AND everywhere else you travel!
Please note we do not sell cruises on Hollett’s At Sea. This and all other videos are for entertainment purposes only. We share our own opinions, personal experiences and information with other cruise travelers, which we hope can be helpful. Please contact your travel agent or the cruise line directly for advice and any information specific to your booking.
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Your Biggest Cruise Questions… ANSWERED! 🚢 (Passports, Deals & Seasickness)
🚢 Thinking about your first cruise? Wondering if booking last-minute ...
🚢 Thinking about your first cruise? Wondering if booking last-minute saves you money, or whether you really need a passport? We asked our friends their REAL cruise questions and we’ve ...got answers!
In this Q&A, Adam and Mary from Hollett’s At Sea answer YOUR most common cruise questions with humor, honesty, and plenty of personal experience. Whether you’re a first-time cruiser or just cruise-curious, this video is packed with practical tips and cruise wisdom.
Also, a HUGE thank you to all who have subscribed to our channel. It means a lot!
👇 Here’s what we cover:
0:00 – Cruise questions intro & Shout outs
2:34 – Are last-minute deals better?
4:14 – Do you need a passport?
5:37 – Can you pay off your cruise over time?
7:19 – How to avoid seasickness
9:32 – Should you use a travel agent?
11:39 – Best cruises with fewer kids
13:06 – How to save money on shore excursions
15:39 – What’s actually included in your cruise fare
Please note we do not sell cruises on Hollett’s At Sea. This and all other videos are for entertainment purposes only. We share our own opinions, personal experiences and information with other cruise travelers, which we hope can be helpful. Please contact your travel agent or the cruise line directly for advice and any information specific to your booking.
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Tired of the same old cruise tips? These are the ultra-secret, ...
Tired of the same old cruise tips? These are the ultra-secret, verifiable hacks that will make you look like a cruise wizard.
💡 BONUS TIP: Beware of USB Port Hacking (aka ...“Juice Jacking”)
Public USB charging ports can be sketchy. Hackers can use them to access your phone’s data without you knowing. Stay protected with a USB data blocker — it allows power but blocks any unwanted data transfer.
Adam & Mary from Holletts At Sea share tips no one else is covering — like how to do laundry in your sink, keep power running when you’re gone, and find secret outlets most cruisers miss.
⛵ 10 tips to cruise smarter, cheaper, and more comfortably — and yes, you can totally steal them.
👇 COMMENT BELOW:
What ULTRA SECRET Hack do you have that we missed? Comment below!
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The Most Overrated Cruise Experiences
Are you wasting money on cruise experiences or perks that aren’t worth ...
Are you wasting money on cruise experiences or perks that aren’t worth it? 😬
In this episode, we’re diving into 13 cruise “perks” and experiences that real cruisers say are totally ...overrated — from drink packages and spa treatments to hot tubs full of chaos and those ever-persistent art auctions. 💸🛳️
⚠️ PLUS — I surprise Mary mid-video with a brand-new gift I got just for our next cruise! (Will she love it… or roast me on camera?) Either way, it’s the perfect break between cruise hacks and cruise hot takes.
We’re Adam & Mary from Hollett’s At Sea, and if you're planning a cruise, looking to save money, or just want to laugh along with fellow cruise lovers — you're in the right place!
Please note we do not sell cruises on Hollett’s At Sea. This and all other videos are for entertainment purposes only. We share our own opinions, personal experiences and information with other cruise travelers, which we hope can be helpful. Please contact your travel agent or the cruise line directly for advice and any information specific to your booking.
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Cruise Myths That Need To Be DEBUNKED
Think cruising is unsafe after watching that “Poop Cruise” documentary ...
Think cruising is unsafe after watching that “Poop Cruise” documentary on Netflix? You’re not alone — but we’re here to set the record straight. 👀
We’re Adam & Mary from ...Hollett’s at Sea, and in this video we’re busting the BIGGEST cruise myths that scare people away from cruising — including the infamous Carnival Triumph “Poop Cruise” of 2013 and what cruise lines have done since to make sure that never happens again.
⛴️ What We Cover:
00:00 – Intro
00:54 – Cruises Are Too Expensive
03:35 – Gonna Get Sea Sick
05:21 – Germ Factories
06:38 – “Poop Cruise” Can it happen again?
08:08 – Will I feel trapped onboard?
09:42 – Can I fall off the ship?
10:46 – Isn’t cruising boring?
11:56 – Will I get left at port?!
13:26 – Is there really no internet?
💩 Curious about the “Poop Cruise”? We cover what really happened and what’s changed since.
Please note we do not sell cruises on Hollett’s At Sea. This and all other videos are for entertainment purposes only. We share our own opinions, personal experiences and information with other cruise travelers, which we hope can be helpful. Please contact your travel agent or the cruise line directly for advice and any information specific to your booking.
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