Boarding the Vasco de Gama ship was stepping into a different universe - a distinct European ambience, unique in comparison to the typically American-styled vessels that dominate our market.
They are midway through an around-the-world adventure across 183 eventful days, hosting a diverse mix of passengers from Germany, South Africa and Australia. The journey, cleverly divided into ~4 sectors, offered flexibility without the commitment of the entire voyage.
Now, it's not just about the journey. It's also about the ride. The Vasco de Gama, with its comfortable capacity of 1000 passengers, falls into the medium size ship range. However, it's the generous 50 square meters per passenger that set it apart. The result? A ship that didn't just carry passengers, but hosted them with spacious calm and comfort.
What caught my attention was their family-oriented approach. The ship promises interconnecting cabins at no extra charges and the clincher? Children sail free of charge with two paying adults. While the kids club was off-limits for my inspection, I appreciated this boundary, imagining it as a safe haven for kiddos to roam free.
After inspecting ships like the Norwegian and Celebrity earlier this year, the Vasco de Gama delivered a refreshing difference. It's not just another contender. It's redefining the upper contemporary/lower premium tier of cruising.
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