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Sheila Simkin
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Добавлен 13 авг 2007
Sheila Simkin is not a travel agent and does not represent any tour operator, cruise line or airline. Her goal is to encourage you to take the big step and travel to more exotic, remote destinations with tips, anecdotes and reassurance that, yes, you will come back alive. Follow her advice learned the hard way on roads, more and less, traveled.
An addicted traveler, and creator of Travels with Sheila, a daily travelogue about adventure and cultural travel..Read in-depth details about each video on www.TravelsWithSheila.com.
Sheila's downloadable Budget Travel Guides are also available for Kindle, iPad and other devices at www.Amazon.com.
The U.S. State Department recognizes 193 independent countries and she has visited 150 in over 40 years of travel (but...who's counting). Touring, hiking, trekking, rafting, skiing, volunteering on archaeological digs, family trips, occasionally sitting on a beach, compulsively shopping.and eating! Happy traveling...
An addicted traveler, and creator of Travels with Sheila, a daily travelogue about adventure and cultural travel..Read in-depth details about each video on www.TravelsWithSheila.com.
Sheila's downloadable Budget Travel Guides are also available for Kindle, iPad and other devices at www.Amazon.com.
The U.S. State Department recognizes 193 independent countries and she has visited 150 in over 40 years of travel (but...who's counting). Touring, hiking, trekking, rafting, skiing, volunteering on archaeological digs, family trips, occasionally sitting on a beach, compulsively shopping.and eating! Happy traveling...
LUFTHANSA A350 MUNICH-CHICAGO
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There's a first for everything! Completely forgot to upload and end Viking Saturn series with last video. Compounded by releasing Chicago-Brussels which is in the upcoming Douro series! Good grief... Don't forget to Subscribe, Share and Like! Thanks. April 17, 2024
There's a first for everything! Completely forgot to upload and end Viking Saturn series with last video. Compounded by releasing Chicago-Brussels which is in the upcoming Douro series! Good grief... Don't forget to Subscribe, Share and Like! Thanks. April 17, 2024
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A NOT SO GREAT UNITED FLIGHT CHICAGO-BRUSSELS
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www.TravelsWithSheila.com I don't usually pan the FAs on United but this was an exception. Whether they were short-staffed? Newbies? Who knows but with no recognition and lots of forgetfulness, you will not hear me say "Great Flight." However, flying safely is the most important part of travel so let's forget about this exception and move along. Please don't forget to Subscribe, Share, and Like...
LUFTHANSA A320 BERGEN-MUNICH
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www.TravelsWithSheila.com A super easy disembarkation and ride to Bergen Airport for today's flights. A shop hop on Lufthansa to Munich and then on to Chicago. Hope you've enjoy the Viking videos and please don't forget to Subscribe, Share and Like. Thanks. April 17, 2024
VIKING SATURN CRUISE ENDS IN BERGEN, NORWAY
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www.TravelsWithSheila.com I discovered the this place in Bergen that sells high end, unusual "stuff" - First time there and came away with a frog that has personality. I haven't kissed it yet to see if it turns into a prince, or princess. Please don't forget to Subscribe, Share, and Like. Thanks. April 16, 2024
VIKING SATURN CHEF'S TABLE KOREAN DEGUSTATION
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www.TravelsWithSheila.com I am not picky and enjoy almost every food; not the same for Merle who made a bee-line into Manfredi's and coerced them into one last Spaghetti Bolognese for the road. Chef's Table is good but I am not a "degustation person." With so many choices in The Restaurant, it is my preference. Please don't forget to Subscribe, Share, and Like. Thanks. April 2024
VIKING SATURN CRUISE HINDSIGHT IS 20/20
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www.TravelsWithSheila.com Since Merle never traveled on a Viking Ocean Cruise, before, I asked her to weigh in. In my opinion? Viking never disappoints (except for "cruise to nowhere" which was an act of God). Please don't forget to Subscribe, Share, and Like. Thanks. April 2024
VIKING SATURN CRUISE TRIVIA AND INFORMATION
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www.TravelsWithSheila.com Some odds, ends and sights on the Viking Saturn that viewers may find interesting. Please don't forget to Subscribe, Share and Like! Thanks. April, 2024
HOW DO I LOVE MY FOOD? VIKING SATURN BEST OF THE BEST 2, 1 AND PERFECT
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www.TravelsWithSheila.com This video and one more will take care of all the gustatory delights on Viking Saturn. I renewed my "slobber" over yumminess while editing. Perhaps, liver is my favorite. Or Lamb Chops? Or Steak Diane? hmmm. And please don't forget to Subscribe, Share and Like. Thanks. April 2024
EXCELLENT VIKING SATURN GALLEY TOUR WITH EXECUTIVE CHEF SINGH
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www.TravelsWithSheila.com Viking does not advertise Galley tours! Ask at Guest Services and put name on a list; usually just (2) during a voyage. This is a pretty long video but it was so interesting. Particularly, escalators that wait staff uses to expedite food! Please don't forget to Subscribe, Share and Like! Thanks. April 16, 2024
AN AMSTERDAM WALK
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www.TravelsWithSheila.com From the Van Gogh Museum, I begin a long but interesting walk back to the Viking Saturn dock. Through the flower market. Down shopping streets. Over canals. And finally through Central Station and along waterfront. Please don't forget to Subscribe, Share and Like. Thanks. April 14, 2024
WONDERFUL AMSTERDAM VAN GOGH MUSEUM
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www.TravelsWithSheila.com Michael and I were "supposed" to visit Van Gogh on the "cruise to nowhere." Happily, Museum lets you change dates with no extra charges so Merle and I taxi over from the port. Merle has a busy day: Van Gogh, Anne Frank House, and Canal Cruise. Van Gogh and walk back to Viking Saturn for me. Please don't forget to Subscribe, Share, and Like! Thanks. April 14, 2024
ITS CHOCOLATE DAY IN BRUGES, BELGIUM
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www.TravelsWithSheila.com Bruges=Chocolate with some, if not the best, chocolate in the world. Saturn doesn't arrive until noon; shuttle buses into center (20 minute ride); leaving only 2 hours in this stunning city. Sigh. Bruges is also home to 60 CHOCOLATE FACTORIES! Please don't forget to Subscribe, Share and Like! Thanks. April 13, 2024
VIKING SATURN ALWAYS YUM MENUS, FOOD AND WORLD CAFE
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www.TravelsWithSheila.com World Cafe on Deck 7 serves: Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner. I prefer wait service in The Restaurant but if your heart is set on sampling everything, browse the selection and enjoy. BTW, Sushi stars at dinner. Please don't forget to Subscribe, Share, and Like! Thanks. April 2024
LE HAVRE FRANCE HIGHLIGHT: MuMa MUSEUM
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www.TravelsWithSheila.com After admiring whatever art I could wrap my pea brain around, I continued my walk around Le Havre. Another half mile away are gorgeous beaches but walking to shuttle bus is in opposite direction. On Ama Waterways cruise last September, Joel and I visited Docks Vauban right near that dock. Sigh. Not this time. Please don't forget to Subscribe, Share and Like! Thanks. Ap...
LE HAVRE FRANCE HIGHLIGHT: ST JOSEPH'S CHURCH
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www.TravelsWithSheila.com Unfortunately, video doesn't capture the stained glass brilliance inside St. Joseph's or differences with each view and angle. Know that Le Havre was decimated during World War II and completely rebuilt. Please don't forget to Subscribe, Share and Like. April 12, 2024
INTERESTING LE HAVRE, FRANCE HIGHLIGHTS
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INTERESTING LE HAVRE, FRANCE HIGHLIGHTS
HOW DO I LOVE MY FOOD? VIKING SATURN BEST OF THE BEST 4 AND 3
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HOW DO I LOVE MY FOOD? VIKING SATURN BEST OF THE BEST 4 AND 3
PORTSMOUTH, ENGLAND HISTORIC DOCKYARD 1860 WARRIOR
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PORTSMOUTH, ENGLAND HISTORIC DOCKYARD 1860 WARRIOR
PORTSMOUTH ENGLAND HISTORIC DOCKYARD: 1860 HMS VICTORY
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PORTSMOUTH ENGLAND HISTORIC DOCKYARD: 1860 HMS VICTORY
PORTSMOUTH ENGLAND HENRY VIII FAVORITE SHIP "MARY ROSE"
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PORTSMOUTH ENGLAND HENRY VIII FAVORITE SHIP "MARY ROSE"
PREQUEL TO PORTSMOUTH, ENGLAND HISTORIC DOCKYARD GUNWHARF QUAYS
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PREQUEL TO PORTSMOUTH, ENGLAND HISTORIC DOCKYARD GUNWHARF QUAYS
HOW DO I LOVE MY FOOD? VIKING SATURN BEST OF THE BEST 6 AND 5
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HOW DO I LOVE MY FOOD? VIKING SATURN BEST OF THE BEST 6 AND 5
A HO HUM EXCURSION IN FALMOUTH, ENGLAND
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A HO HUM EXCURSION IN FALMOUTH, ENGLAND
VIKING SATURN CRUISE: MALAGA EXCURSION
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VIKING SATURN CRUISE: MALAGA EXCURSION
HOW DO I LOVE MY FOOD? VIKING SATURN BEST OF THE BEST: 8 AND 7
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HOW DO I LOVE MY FOOD? VIKING SATURN BEST OF THE BEST: 8 AND 7
VIKING SATURN: MANFREDI'S YUM ITALIAN FOOD
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VIKING SATURN: MANFREDI'S YUM ITALIAN FOOD
I'll be flying United from SFO-Paris next week. Unfortunately, I'm at the back of the plane, literally.
It seems to me that United should directly copy Lufthansa's service (amenities, menu, food, beverage, flatware) and they'd have a top notch premium product.
They gave you a whole loaf of bread!
Question is will my 1K upgrade clear for TPA-IAD and back?
Direct flight to USA. I’m soooo jealous😊
I noticed that the return flight video was missing. I thought maybe you had decided not to post it for some reason. Nice to see it. The landing looked very smooth! Thank you for the video!
It appears you had a nice flight on Lufthansa back to Chicago. The food looked ok for airline food ...... probably better than United but not anything exceptional. I've always liked flying on Lufthansa since they have comfortable seats and good service.
I absolutely love you Sheila after my auntie in America
United’s Polaris catering and service standards are so tired. Personally I am bored with the blue tablecloths, slop entrees, and unprofessional FAs. How did you ask for the compensation for not receiving a PDB?
Despite the crummy service, at least United have started to serve the starter and entree separately and unlike European carriers you get a hot brekkie, even if it’s anemic looking sausages x
Nice, easy connections in Munich (esp. vs Frankfurt)
That Sanford Pinot Noir is a good wine. Santa Rita Hills.
Oh well! Any safely landed flight is a good flight!
I'm guilty, when I was a flight attendant I've accidentally skipped passengers before! But it was usually because I spotted a situation in the cabin that needed immediate attention. Afterwards, I forgot what I was doing, lol! I'm sad they're not using my voice over anymore! My contract is ending next month and they got a lower bidder.
Excellent pronunciation on the Coteaux de Giennois!
The inconsistency from UA is what gets me. Some FAs do PDB and even will get ur drink of choice if asked….. Others just refuse to do it saying that UA no longer does it and will get snippy if u even ask for it.
What - another video without a Bloody Mary? Very sad, but not as sad as your breakfast croissant. May have missed your comment about the aircraft type, but I presume a 767? Anyway, break's over, so go bring Merle back from Munich, lol. Best from over the hill to the west, and it's hot here!
Thanks as usual, Sheila! Great to see that apps/salad are separate.
Hi Sheila, that looked like a lot of food! Especially the breakfast, humongous....
Hi Shelia hope you’re doing well. Just have to say that United Airlines needs to hire someone else to run their catering service! Their meal service just looks cheap to me!
My dear viewers! THIS was not supposed to be released since it is part of the entire Douro AMA CRUISE! But, duh me, mixed up the release dates and the last one with Merle and I flying home is now uploaded for tomorrow a.m. Duh, duh, duh. However, none of this changes my experience on this flight. Best to everyone, Sheila
Good morning. What are you doing for the 4 th of July?🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 As far as I’m concerned 2 hours between flights is cutting it close
You forgot Merle at the airport in Munich. She's wandered off and is standing under the Glockenspiel waiting to get back to Chicago.
Now you know why Merle wasn't in this video since this belongs to my AMA Waterways series. 😂 She is definitely not standing under the Glockenspiel!
I don’t know if I told you but we had the WORST turbulence from LA to Melbourne. Bumpy all the way across the pacific! Stephen did not enjoy that 15 hour hell ride!
That's awful! Announcements for 15 hours of "fasten your seat belts" would add to the stress. Better luck next time! 🥰
None of that food looked appetizing. It seems like post Covid the airline food has never returned to what it once was. Great video!
Thanks so much for your time to view and comment. As I always say, no one flies for the food.
Two words on why that is. Scott Kirby. That’s what u get when the CEO is a bean counter.
@0:53 ... Shoulder straps are there because you don't have a seat directly in front of you to hold onto in the event that you need to be in brace position for a difficult landing. At least that is my understanding.
Thanks for the info, Al! How have you been doing? 🥰
Oh dear! I am sorry they let you down! Thank you for the video!
My oft-times repeated comment, "You can't win them all." Hope all is well with you Daniel. Anything new or exciting?
Amazing video
Thanks so much,Jitender
Is Lobster Night always at The Restaurant? Will there be multiple Lobster Nights for the cruise? How do we know in advance before the cruise starts so that we won't book the specialty restaurants on those yummm nights? Thank you Sheila! 😋😋😋
Yes, it is always in the Restaurant. Usually 2 lobster nights but the only way to know in semi-advance is to wait until you board. Then go on the Viking ap, under food, and you'll see menus for entire cruise. Then change alternative reservations if you can. If ap isn't showing food, ask Reception to find out for you. Passengers usually change reservations; perhaps Chef's Table menu isn't to your liking, etc. So stop by restaurants throughout voyage to see if space is available, Have a WONDERFUL cruise! 😍
@@SheilaSimkin thank you. 😘
I recently had a short transfer at Munich from a European flight to a longhaul, and it was a mess with poor signage and even a bus transfer. Very stressful.
That is very unusual! I've always found Munich to be one of the easier transit airports. So sorry about your stress since I completely empathize!
such a crappy video, worthless
You are always on the move. Glad Merle got to experience it with you!
It was wonderful experiencing the ship (and trip) through her eyes.
Great vid! Amazed they have viking staff in airport!
I was absolutely amazed to see the amount of Viking staff. Waiting to offload the bus, carry suitcases in, and wait to put on check-in belts. Oh, sigh why can't check-in always be this easy?
Always enjoy your videos as we travel once a month…. We’re always looking for you in the airports !!
Keep ;looking for the woman with electrocuted hair 😂 And thanks so much for your time to view and comment. Safe and happy traveling!
What is this, you're on a intra-European flight that isn''t leaving until almost mid-day? Did someone else book this flight for you, lol? You see, I have become conditioned to all those early / before dawn flights from past travels. But I like this change. And the Civil War music at the start is a change - a Union song. Finally, a brief food tour starring sweet rolls...
😂I despises those early a.m. flights. Spend the night waking to look at clock. Have a horror of oversleeping; not that I ever do. I like to change of the music. Figure if everyone hates it, it only plays for about 4 seconds. Best to you. 🥰
You couldn’t get a direct flight to Chicago? Don’t you enjoy making connections?😊. That’s why we went with just carryon l last cruise. (17 days)
Nope. No non-stop to Chicago. I'd have to transit "somewhere". Kudos to you for doing carryon. I just can't do it. Particularly since I've been loading up suitcase on return with "stuff" for PS house. 😂
@@SheilaSimkin watching Rick Steves is an inspiration for just carryon. Free laundry on Regent makes things easier
Yeah... Euro "Business Class" I still can't believe they put up with it over there. I guess the idea is that they can reconfigure the plane quickly if they need to. 😂
Probably, James. Oh well. At least there's enough room even though it's very dated.
Lovely videos. Thank you!
Thank you Daniel. BUT...I completely forgot the return video to Chicago!! Look for it tomorrow.
I really enjoyed the wonderful videos of your Viking cruise and I'm looking forward to your next adventure !
You won't have to wait long, Chip, since I released the Brussels video before the prequel. 😂 Duh.
Amazing video
Go to sneem
I think I was there?? Just checked and yes I was! Here is a link to the video ruclips.net/video/MQ0M9tUEvNI/видео.html and thanks for jogging my memory. And your time to view and comment. Best to you, Sheila 🤩
We have never been to Bergen. Thanks for showing us the sites😊
There is always something new to see in Bergen. I still have never taken the funicular up to the mountain up. As I type, thinking of ML King, I have seen the mountain... Hope you are having a good weekend.
Beautiful!
Thanks so much, Caroline! Appreciate your time to view and comment. Best to you, Sheila 🤩
Always enjoy the travel along via youtube with you. On to the next one!
So glad, James. Your comments and views and always Welcome! What going on with you? Any vacation plans?🤔
@@SheilaSimkin I wish ...summer is always difficult for travel. :(
Buttergen! That's what I think of when they say the name of the city!
I enjoyed watching your latest cruise series
Thanks so much for your time to view and comment. So glad you enjoyed the series. 🤩
Amazing video
How have you been, Jitender? Good I hope that thanks for your view and comment. Best regards, Sheila 🤩
@@SheilaSimkin Thanks
I guess you are taking time off for the weekend. Enjoy😊
Nope, was busy flying back from London Thursday night. Now trying to get body clock in sync.
Looks delish! I did notice that guy on his iphone. Not very professional but I guess people are human.
He was probably bored.
Delicious looking food, I love Korean food but just never eat it as much as I want.
I'm amazed how many of you like Korean food! I like it. Don't love it. 😅