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10 Things Nobody Tells You About Repositioning Cruises

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Optimal Cruising
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👁️ 147K views📅 5 months ago⏱️ 17:48
What This Creator Said
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Transatlantic · 15 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

Some of the best cruises I've personally been on.

These incredible deals come with tradeoffs that can make or break your vacation.

I had a cruiser once tell me on a transatlantic cruise that this was the anti-cruise cruise.

One thing I really love about these cruises is the time it just gives me to relax and think.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Book a cabin with a window or balcony for long sea days.
✓Pack clothing in layers for changing weather.
✓Bring laundry detergent for self-service or sink washing.
✓Purchase travel insurance that covers medevac and overseas health care.
✓Budget for daily internet costs on long cruises.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Jet lag — Avoid jet lag by taking the cruise, as the time change is gradual.
Claustrophobia in interior cabins — Consider a cabin with a window or balcony for natural light.
Motion sickness — Bring plenty of motion sickness medication, such as scopolamine patches.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat exactly is a repositioning cruise?
QWhat are the benefits and tradeoffs of repositioning cruises?
QHow can travelers prepare for the unique challenges of repositioning cruises?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

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Greece1½ Sad Bacon
Miami2½ Happy Bacon
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