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Pre-Cruise Mistakes = Stress | How to AVOID them! | Tips and Tricks for a smooth sailing. #cruising

Cruise Savvy
Cruise Savvy
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👁️ 3K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 24:39
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Creator's Key Takeaways

please check your travel documents as soon as you book that cruise check those travel documents

if you're flying please fly in the day before there is so many things that can go wrong flying in the same day

do not pack an iron do not bring a USB wall charger because you need an extra outlet with the extension cord attached they will take that from you

start taking advantage of those drink packages especially if you got the deluxe drink packages with that includes all the alcohol you know for it to be worth it you need to be drinking you seven or more drinks a day start early

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Check travel documents immediately after booking, including passport expiration and child documentation.
✓Fly in the day before your cruise to avoid travel day stress.
✓Pack prohibited items in your carry-on to avoid delays.
✓Complete the muster drill as soon as you board to avoid delays.
✓Go to the dining room after the muster drill to confirm table assignments and dining times.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing about passport expiration rules — Check passports even before planning your cruise to ensure they are valid for at least 6 months after the cruise ends.
Missing the muster drill — Watch the safety video on your phone and find your muster station immediately after boarding to avoid delays.
Not getting the desired dining time — Go to the dining room after the muster drill to confirm table assignments and request changes if needed.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are common pre-cruise mistakes to avoid?
QHow can I reduce stress on embarkation day?
QWhat should I pack and not pack for a cruise?

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Mistakes I have seen people make before they leave for their cruise and once they arrive at the terminal. I will share what I personally do to eliminate stress so you can enjoy your travel day. No stress ALLOWED! Planning a cruise can be exciting and overwhelming! So many choices, so much to do. You need to have everything ready to go so you are not stressed out before you even arrive to the ship. You're going on a cruise vacation to RELAX and ENJOY! Here are some tips to make sure you have smooth sailing! Thank you for watching! We hope to see you around the channel so please subscribe we have so much in store for you all. :) https://www.youtube.com/@CruiseSavvy?sub_confirmation=1 - Barb Join us on Facebook too! https://www.facebook.com/share/5LedeEMssZ1oUvqf/?mibextid=LQQJ4d #cruise #cruiselife #familycruise #cruising #cruiseaddict #cruisevacation #cruises #cruiseship #cruiseships #familytravel #vacaymode #vacationmode #cruiseship #cruiseships #cruisetime #cruisetravel #instacruise #travelagent Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5C-uba1tGQROIiwFWyt2dw/join