Trip Bacon β€” The secret ingredient to the perfect getaway logo
Trip Bacon

15 Things to Do IMMEDIATELY After you Book Your Cruise

Life Well Cruised
Life Well Cruised
πŸ…Authority
πŸ‘οΈ 121K viewsπŸ“… 1 years ago⏱️ 15:30
What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsTips & AdviceπŸ…Authority Creator
Veteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

I've been on over 40 cruises that almost completely ruined my cruise

my son's last name was listed as my name it actually took me weeks to notice this

never arrive the same day as your cruise not only is it a bad idea because you can have flight delays

if you do miss the final payment date not only are you out your deposit but your booking will be cancelled

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Review booking confirmation immediately for name accuracy and sail date
βœ“Complete online check-in as early as possible
βœ“Book flights and accommodations well in advance
βœ“Set reminders for final payment date to avoid cancellation
βœ“Research and purchase travel insurance shortly after booking
βœ“Monitor cruise pricing for potential price drops before final payment

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Name mismatch on booking β€” Review booking confirmation immediately to verify all names match identification exactly
Passport expiration β€” Check passport expiry date - must be valid for at least 6 months beyond travel dates
Missing final payment deadline β€” Set personal reminders for final payment date to avoid losing deposit and booking
Arriving too close to cruise departure β€” Never arrive same day as cruise; arrive at least one day early to avoid delays

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should I do immediately after booking a cruise?
QHow can I avoid common cruise booking mistakes?
QWhen should I complete online check-in?
QWhat documentation do I need for my cruise?
QHow can I save money on my cruise booking?

Topics Covered

Booking ProcessΒ½ Happy BaconEmbarkation1 Happy BaconValue Pricing1Β½ Happy BaconExcursions1 Happy BaconSafety MedicalMehItinerary Route2 Happy BaconService Crew2 Happy Bacon
How to read the Trip Bacon Score
Happy Bacon β€” creators loved this aspect
Sad Bacon β€” creators took issue with this
Meh β€” no strong opinion either way

Scale: 0–5 strips in half-step increments. 0 = β€œmeh”, 5 = β€œbacon bliss”. Aggregated from creator-review sentiment, weighted by channel expertise.

About our Bacon Score methodology
YouTube Video Description↓

Having a great cruise starts way before embarkation day! In fact, there are crucial things you'll want to do immediately after you book your cruise. This cruise downtown list will help you plan and have a successful cruise vacation, knowing you didn't forget a thing! This step by step after booking planning guide will ensure you don't make common cruise travel mistakes. Beyond common things you may have considered, this cruise video includes cruise tips & advice that shares the cruise planning details all cruise travellers need to know. πŸ›³ THE ULTIMATE CRUISE PLANNER πŸ›³ Get the Life Well Cruised ULTIMATE CRUISE PLANNER ($10 off for a limited time). The printable planner includes 47 pages of checklists, packing lists, shore excursion forms & more! here: https://lifewellcruised.com/ultimate-... ______ Please note that this video is not sponsored. The links in this description are affiliate links, meaning that I will make a commission on purchases you make through my links, at no extra cost to you. As Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. CRUISE ESSENTIALS Magnet hooks: https://amzn.to/3yP2xXU Magnet clips: https://amzn.to/37bNh9W No surge power cube (with USB): https://amzn.to/3TGq8lY Over the door organizer: https://amzn.to/4e3lVRj Hanging toiletry bag: https://amzn.to/3Nb8fFY Air tags: https://amzn.to/4cvYgru Passport holder wallet: https://amzn.to/3f6VqNW Compression packing cubes: https://amzn.to/3VPbPuI Packing cube set: https://amzn.to/3S1sRVo Cruise lanyards: https://amzn.to/3uNZBFb Cruise card holder: https://amzn.to/3EWtRUL Foldable backpack: https://amzn.to/3S6DiY1 Waterproof phone cases on lanyards: https://amzn.to/3iXCuT6 Mini poupourri: https://amzn.to/3zF6bUO Collapsible water bottles: https://amzn.to/4bAxkp9 Toiletry container set: https://amzn.to/4eT7nnz Clear TSA approved liquid bags: https://amzn.to/49AEmdD Towel bands: https://amzn.to/3S4bd3B Small portable fan: https://amzn.to/4cVnfUQ Portable straws: https://amzn.to/4bF7L6m Carry on weekender bag: https://amzn.to/4bICeAi Backpack carry-on: https://amzn.to/3xRAmaN Silicone bottle covers: https://amzn.to/3Wf6v5v Pop up hamper: https://amzn.to/3RYTrhY No surge power bar: https://amzn.to/3NCRu7d Nautical carryon bag: https://amzn.to/2TH7L3T Electronics organizer: https://amzn.to/3wpIvxK Night light (motion sensor): https://amzn.to/33eMEqP Travel jewelry bag: https://amzn.to/2SY190s Travel alarm clock: https://amzn.to/3iYuYXN Water shoes: https://amzn.to/3G14O1g Reef safe sunscreen: https://amzn.to/3rHUlRS Travel fan: https://amzn.to/3uMc24t Bonine: https://amzn.to/3NE87zo Luggage tag holders: Royal Caribbean: https://amzn.to/3tvNzB5 Celebrity: https://amzn.to/3JB36Fk Norwegian: https://amzn.to/3JzGiFP Princess: https://amzn.to/3wvgW8t Carnival: https://amzn.to/3uhaUFM HAL: https://amzn.to/3tz7tLs MSC: https://amzn.to/3PLkMU4 *LEVEL8 LUGGAGE (use discount code LIFEWELLCRUISED15 for 15% off): https://www.jdoqocy.com/click-1011505... *Nomad Lane carry-on bag (use discount code LIFE10 for 10% off): https://nomad-lane.myshopify.com/disc... ULTIMATE CRUISE PLANNER: https://lifewellcruised.com/ultimate-... More Items we LOVE @ Life Well Cruised Amazon Store: https://amzn.to/3QaoV29 _______ FTC LEGAL DISCLOSURE - Some links found in the description box of my videos are affiliate links, meaning that I will make a commission on purchases you make through my links, at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products and services that I personally like and trust. _______ *Business inquiries & media: please contact Ilana at lifewellcruised@gmail.com Please note that I am unable to give personal cruise and travel advice. If you leave a comment I try my best to answer. ABOUT ME Hi! I'm Ilana! I live in Montreal, Canada with my husband Frank. We can often be found dreaming about and planning future cruises, ideally to hot and sunny destinations! I believe in having fun, being kind and that you are never too old, or too young, to live the life of your dreams! Please note that I do not sell cruises on Life Well Cruised. This and all other videos are for entertainment purposes only. I share my own opinions, personal experiences and information with other cruise travellers, which I hope can be helpful. Please contact your travel agent or the cruise line directly for advice and any information specific to your booking. ____________ Music Credit: Surf Time by Lux-InspiraMusicMusic