5 Cruise RIPOFFS that you need to AVOID!

Name: 5 Cruise RIPOFFS that you need to AVOID!
Uploaded: 2024-03-02T00:00:00+00:00
Duration: 10 min 4 s
Channel: Jayson Judson

Jayson Judson

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👁️ 9K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 10:04

Princess Cruises

Celebrity Cruises

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Carnival Cruise Line

Royal Caribbean Group

Celebrity Equinox

Caribbean Princess

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What This Creator Said

2 Sad Bacon

Creator Warns AgainstTips & Advice🥈Expert Creator

Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we all hate the feeling of being ripped off or taken advantage of

do not allow yourself to be guilted into giving an additional tip

don't pay the Absurd prices $8 for four aspirin $21 for 4 oz of sunscreen

cruise lines have doubled down on payto playay

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Use the cruise planner immediately after booking to secure items and avoid price increases

✓Bring your own Yeti and fill it up at the buffet to avoid buying bottled water

✓Use a packing list to avoid buying overpriced toiletries on board

✓Avoid pay-to-play activities and private island charges if on a tight budget

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Forgetting to pre-book add-ons — Book excursions, beverage packages, and specialty dining before the cruise to save money

Tipping at the spa — Check if tip is included and do not feel obligated to give additional tip

High costs of activities — Avoid pay-to-play activities and private island charges if on a tight budget

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are common cruise ripoffs to avoid?

QHow can I save money on cruise add-ons?

QWhat should I know about tipping at the spa?

QHow can I avoid overpaying for water and toiletries on board?

QWhat are the costs of cruise ship activities and private islands?

Topics Covered

Booking Process1 Happy BaconEntertainment Activities3½ Sad BaconValue Pricing3 Sad BaconPort Destination2½ Sad BaconDining Buffet1½ Happy BaconSpa Fitness3 Sad Bacon

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5 Cruise RIPOFFS that you need to AVOID! Watch out for #5 if you are on a tight budget! **My AMAZON CRUISE STORE** https://www.amazon.com/shop/jaysonjudson Link to the Yeti, as mentioned in the video (26oz) https://amzn.to/49YuR7F Link to my FREE packing list 👇 https://bit.ly/JaysonJudsonCruisePackingList Are YOU tipping TWICE on your cruise? https://youtu.be/FFIQX8vv0Ko 7 SNEAKY things the cruise lines DON'T TELL YOU! https://youtu.be/JFOeoewZhkg 9 Cruise Cabins YOU MUST AVOID! https://youtu.be/wPq64r04sbs 5 OUTDATED cruise MYTHS that aren’t true! https://youtu.be/GxU8XaEBvUU Celebrity Equinox 2023 Ship Tour l *WE LOVED THIS SHIP!* https://youtu.be/HlKXkCYBFjM 10 Things I Wish I Knew BEFORE Going On Our Princess Cruise https://youtu.be/JPT-87QRXh8 Caribbean Princess Full Ship Tour and Review 2023 https://youtu.be/jAJ7m8Ual78 This is a MUST try! Princess Cruises Ultimate Balcony Dining Experience! https://youtu.be/2BtBf7ZL97A Join us on the path to 80,000 subscribers! We are currently at 79,000 subscribers. I appreciate everyone’s support! Please support the channel by giving this video a thumbs up, commenting, and subscribing for more cruise ship reviews and tours. Subscribe ---- https://www.youtube.com/@jaysonjudson?sub_confirmation=1 As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. However, there is no extra cost to you. These purchases help the channel and allow us to grow it. Thank you so much for your support. *(DISCLAIMER)* Jayson Judson is not affiliated with any cruise line. This video is strictly for entertainment purposes, and the views expressed by Jayson Judson and/or on this channel should be taken as such, not as fact. Please consult a travel agent or the cruise line before making any decisions regarding your cruise vacation. #jaysonjudson #jaysonjudsoncruisetips #jaysonjudsoncruisetipsandtricks #cruisetips #cruisetipsandtricks #cruiseripoff 00:00 Introduction 00:20 Cruise Ad - Ons 02:54 Spa 06:04 Bottled Water 07:16 Onboard Shops 08:10 Cruise Activites