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Cruising for the FIRST TIME! :Know Before You Go

Alisa's Adventures in Cruising
Alisa's Adventures in Cruising
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First-Time Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I would say, you know, when you go on your first cruise, and I mean, I think this is true for any first-time experience that we have, right? Where we're just overwhelmed with excitement, right?

My tip for first-time cruisers is take that overwhelmingness away from you, right? And do the things that are important to you that you want to do, right?

Don't be overwhelmed by not doing every possible thing that's on the fun times or the daily planner or the the the princess flyer or whatever it may be.

Do your research for your first cruise. Uh back when we started, there wasn't a whole lot of research to do. You had a little catalog and maybe the travel can tell you some. But now you there's no excuse. You got YouTube, you got the internet.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Do your research using YouTube and cruise line websites to pick the right ship and itinerary for your preferences.
✓Prioritize the activities and experiences that matter most to you; don't try to do everything.
✓Consider going on a group cruise with other first-timers or experienced cruisers for support and camaraderie.
✓Bring seasick medication as a preventative measure, even if you don't normally get seasick.
✓If overwhelmed, contact a travel agent to help sort out the planning and find the right cruise.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Feeling overwhelmed by trying to do everything on the ship — Focus on what's important to you; it's your vacation, don't compare to others.
Not knowing where to go or what to do on the ship — Do research beforehand, check FAQs and apps, and ask crew members for directions.
Traveling alone as a first-time cruiser — Go with someone else if possible, or join a group cruise for support and safety.

Questions This Creator Answers

QShould a first-time cruiser go solo, with family, or with friends?
QWhat is the number one tip for a first-time cruiser?
QHow can a first-time cruiser avoid feeling overwhelmed?
QWhat should a first-time cruiser research before booking?
QWhat practical items should a first-time cruiser pack?

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Episode _29 - The know before you go approach for Cruising for the FIRST TIME! Join @alisasadventuresincruising @SeaLegJourneys and @Controversialcruising also known as your Conscious Cruisers for this fun and informative look what their fellow cruisers need to Know Before You Go on your first cruise vacation! Don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the notification bell to never miss out on an episode of “The Conscious Cruiser.” Kick off your Monday Mornings with us each week rotating through all 3 channels @Alisa’s Adventures in Cruising, @Sea Leg Journeys, & @Controversial Cruising each week at 5:30 AM PST / 8:30 AM EST! Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOmmHRs9KuE61yzadQhD6XA/join