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Splurging on a cruise: What IS and ISN'T worth it!

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👁️ 8K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 8:26
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Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

I sailed on eight different cruises across four continents

the Splurge was absolutely worthwhile with extra space in the cabin and our own Veranda

the overall experience fell short of my expectations

Cru sponsored excursions provide added security that your cruise ship will not depart without you

Creator's Tips & Advice

Consider a thermal spa pass instead of a one-time massage for better value
Book cruise line excursions for priority disembarkation and security
Try disembarkation tours to explore the port city before flying home

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cost of cruise extrasFocus on splurges that enhance the experience, like balcony cabins or excursions

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat cruise splurges are worth the money?
QWhich cruise add-ons are a waste of money?
QHow can budget travelers maximize their cruise experience?

Topics Covered

Cabin Balcony4 Happy BaconDining Specialty1½ Sad BaconSpa Fitness3½ Sad BaconDrink Package3½ Happy BaconExcursions3 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Australia4 Happy Bacon
Top: Great Barrier Reef snorkeling
Norway3½ Happy Bacon
Top: Flam Railway
South Africa3 Happy Bacon
Top: multiple safaris
How to read the Trip Bacon Score
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Sad Bacon — creators took issue with this
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Scale: 0–5 strips in half-step increments. 0 = “meh”, 5 = “bacon bliss”. Aggregated from creator-review sentiment, weighted by channel expertise.

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YouTube Video Description

When it comes to cruising, I’m a hard-core budget traveler. The more money I can save, the more often I can travel - and that's always my goal! Between credit card points, cheap interior cabins, and my remote work jobs, I was able to stretch my vacation budget significantly this year. With a few big splurges in 2024, some purchases were absolutely worth the expense, while others felt like a waste of money. Learn more about cruising: https://cruise.blog/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecruiseblog Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mycruiseblog/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cruise.blog