The Bargain Chasing Tourist
๐ฅExpert CreatorThe Bargain Chasing Tourist description on YouTube:
Hi, I'm Kristin, a life-long traveler sharing cruise tips and bargains with you. I consider myself a cruise expert after sailing for 25 years and working on cruise ships for five years. Everyone deserves to travel: let me show you how I do it on a budget.
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Value & Logistics
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โThis ship is known as the original game changer, the ship that would launch a new era of cruise ships and transform not only its own cruise line, but the entire cruise industry.โ
โMy favorite, without a doubt, is Central Park. Royal Caribbean built an actual open-air park with 12,000 live plants on a cruise ship.โ
โOasis of the Seas continues to stand out in the vast sea of cruise ships. The original Oasis class ship remains a destination herself and continues to be a guest favorite.โ
โI think Princess Cruises has outdone herself with the Star Princess. This ship has so many qualities to celebrate and appreciate.โ
โThe truth about Princess Key, it's a hidden gem and I would love to return.โ
โThat was very frustrating, very much in a panic.โ
โgetting sick on a cruise is the worst it has the potential to ruin your entire vacationโ
โMy face was completely in shadow. That was definitely a disappointment.โ
โDiscovery Princess has an elevator problem. No doubt about it.โ
โthe street cars were a disappointment we waited over an hour in the sun to get on the street carโ
Pro Tips From Creators
The most-shared advice for The Bargain Chasing Tourist.
Print my free Alaska cruise packing list.
Layer lightweight long sleeve t-shirts, short sleeve active shirts, and lightweight active or hiking pants.
Bring a rainshell with a hood and a rain poncho.
Make reservations for entertainment about a month and a half before your cruise on the Royal Caribbean website.
Close out your cart after selecting entertainment reservations to avoid losing them.
Use the standby line for shows if you miss reservations, as you may still get good seats.
Book a balcony stateroom for a good deal on a holiday sailing.
Be aware that cove balconies have no privacy from adjacent balconies.
Videos (71)
4:01TipsOutfits I'm Wearing on my Celebrity cruise in July
9:04ReviewSailing Oasis of the Seas in 2026
9:56ReviewHonest Review of Only What's Included on Star Princess
5:59TipsHow I Dressed Myself for a 7-Night Cruise with Clearance Clothing
50:25VlogFull 7-Day Cruise Vlog on Star Princess
9:32VlogHolidays at Sea, Star Princess Last 2 Sea Days
6:13ReviewWhich Caribbean Port is the Best? Star Princess Holiday Cruise
9:29VlogHoliday Cruise on Star Princess, First Sea Day
0:51TipsWhere Will You Cruise in 2026?
7:17VlogWorth the Trouble to Get Off the Ship? Day 2 on Star Princess
17:43VlogEmbarkation Day and Star Princess Cruise Ship Walk Around
0:40VlogMy Holiday Cruise Wish to You
9:22TipsBlack Friday Cruise Sales and More!
7:57TipsSouthwest 2026: Still Worth it After MAJOR Changes?
8:21CompareWhich Cruise Line is Best for Alaska Cruises?
0:56TipsPacked Vs Wore Alaska Cruise #alaskacruise #cruisetravel
0:49TourAlaska Sled Dog Excursion #alaskacruise #cruisetour
1:25:20VlogDiscovery Princess Alaska Cruise from Seattle: Complete Vlog
6:56ReviewBest ship for Alaska? My Honest Review of Discovery Princess
9:46TipsClothes that Actually Worked in Alaska
5:56VlogSeattle Highlights Pre or Post Cruise, Discovery Princess Day 8
9:15Discovery Princess, Alaska Cruise: Final Sea Day and Victoria
8:55VlogDiscovery Princess, Alaska Cruise, Day 6
11:10Vlog