5 things cruisers would tell first-timers (if they could)!
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What This Creator Said
3 Happy Bacon
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Veteran Cruiser
Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.
Creator's Key Takeaways
a day on a cruise ship is better than any day on land
crew members are super important
you don't really have to worry about getting seasick
cruise prices are a game
Creator's Tips & Advice
✓Book your cruise as early as you can and visually check prices up until the final payment date
✓Don't be afraid to walk away from a booking if the pricing does not make sense
✓Look for superstar crew members and seek them out on future sailings
🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:
Getting seasick on a cruise — The symptoms are easily treatable and it becomes less of a concern with more cruising experience
Choosing the right ship and itinerary — After cruising a lot, the decision becomes far less critical and people look for any excuse to go back to sea
Questions This Creator Answers
QWhat would experienced cruisers tell first-timers about going on a cruise?
QHow do repeat cruisers approach booking and pricing differently?
QWhy are special sailings like transatlantics and inaugural sailings so popular?
Topics Covered
Service Crew4 Happy BaconValue Pricing2½ Happy BaconSafety Medical3 Happy BaconItinerary Route3 Happy Bacon
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About our Bacon Score methodologyYouTube Video Description↓
Have you ever thought you wish you knew then what you know now? This applies to going on a cruise as well, and experience teaches many lessons.