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Cruise Lines Use "BOGO" to Make You Think You're Getting a Deal—You're Not BOGO cruise deals

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👁️ 177 views📅 3 months ago⏱️ 1:07
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Creator's Key Takeaways

BOGO stands for buy 1 get one. But the second guest almost never cruises for free.

You're not getting a free cruise. You're getting a discount that cruise lines could have just advertised, honestly.

That BOGO sale today might actually be more expensive than last week's standard rate for two people.

It's marketing and it works because people hear free and stop asking questions.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Compare BOGO prices with standard rates for two people before booking.
Calculate the total cost including port fees, taxes, and gratuities for the second guest.
Don't assume 'free' means zero cost; ask for the full breakdown.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat does BOGO actually mean in cruise pricing?
QAre BOGO deals truly a good value?
QHow do cruise lines use marketing to make deals seem better than they are?

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