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Cruise or Private Shore Tours? - Pros and Cons of Booking Through The Ship or a Local Tour Operator

Rob and Ali Cruise & Travel
Rob and Ali Cruise & Travel
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👁️ 2K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 23:48
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Creator Had Mixed FeelingsTips & Advice🥈Expert Creator
Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

the benefits are obviously um if the if we're saying that the ship tours are expensive then what we're saying is generally kind of doing these independent ones are a lot more economical

you have no guarantee of your transport if you book a tour you don't know what you're going to be in we went on a tour fairly recently we were in a minibus but we with other people or we met other people on the tour who are actually sat on a log in the back of a ute

use the internet to go online I know it sounds obvious but so many of us get caught up in the moment of looking at these things it's always wise to just have a look at um at reviews online

Creator's Tips & Advice

Research online reviews before booking a private tour
Take a photo of the Port Authorities phone number from your daily activities sheet

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing what transport you'll get on a private tourResearch reviews and be aware of potential risks like poor roads or weather
No recourse if private tour operator doesn't show upUse reputable operators and check reviews on sites like TripAdvisor

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs it better to book shore excursions through the cruise line or with a local tour operator?
QWhat are the pros and cons of booking ship tours versus private tours?

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YouTube Video Description

Many of us like to get off at a port and explore new places but often wonder if it is better to book through the cruise or private shore tours with a local tour operator. There are benefits and downsides to each way of booking your shore excursion. In this video we tell you some of the pros and cons of booking cruise or private shore tours You can also find lots more information on our website at www.robandali.net Thanks for supporting us and take care. Don't forget to Like and Subscribe to watch more of our Cruise and Travel adventures.