I tried to keep an open mind, but this "Lidl" style river cruise pushed me to my breaking point. Here is why I actually got ANGRY on board CroisiEurope.
Most travellers know Viking or TUI, but CroisiEurope offers a budget "supermarket" style alternative. I booked this 12-day journey from Vienna to the Black Sea hoping for a bargain, but as an English speaker on a French ship, the experience was a battle.
In thishonest review, I’m not holding back. I’ll show you the ship and the food, but I also need to talk about the "minuses" that ruined the vibe—specifically the moment the language barrier and crew attitude made me snap. Do they treat English speakers differently? The answer might make you angry too.
00:00 The plan
00:18 Lidl Cruise Line
02:49 Embarkation
03:15 Angry Moment
08:32 Excursions
11:14 The Ship
12:38 The Food
13:35 The Drink
14:58 Connectivity
15:37 Silence Please
16:35 The Crew
18.11 The Price
18:51 Low Water Level
20:13 Would I book Again
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