How We Took a Princess Cruise for $100/Day - Including Shore Excursions! [Full Breakdown]
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We thought so, too, until we spent 18 nights sailing on Princess Cruise Line for less than $100 a day.
We waited until just inside that 90-day window and found a fair that was significantly lower than it had been just weeks earlier.
The credit amount depends on the length of your sailing. $50 for cruises up to 6 days, $100 for 7 to 13 days, and $250 for cruises that are 14 days or longer.
We plan to do a full video on this controversial subject soon. But for now, just know that while automatic tips are easy and guilt-free, cash tipping gives you control over who you reward and how much.
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Princess Cruise on a budget? Absolutely! In this video, we show how we enjoyed 18 nights aboard Princess Cruise Line for about $100 per person, per day — including gratuities, Wi-Fi, and unforgettable shore excursions. From last-minute booking strategies to savvy onboard spending, we break down exactly how we saved thousands while still indulging in a premium cruise experience. You'll learn how to score free onboard credit (up to $250!), dodge hidden costs, and enjoy incredible food and entertainment without overspending. Whether you're planning your first cruise or your fifteenth, these tips will help you sail smarter. *Get an eSim WiFi Plan* you can use on your cruise that costs less than WiFi from the cruise line! Go to https://plans.gigsky.com/22QW7G5/2CTPL/?uid=5 and use discount code EMBRACETODAY to save 10%. *Videos Mentioned* How to Get FREE OBC on Princess https://youtu.be/CvcM00EJovU How to save on WiFi on Your Cruise https://youtu.be/15CXgqoU4RA What to Pack in Your First Aid Kit for a Cruise https://youtu.be/4cL8Ie06_-w Analysis of the Princess Packages https://youtu.be/ljbo_Ab2fAU *FREE On Board Credit Info* For shareholders: https://www.carnivalcorp.com/investors/shareholder-information/shareholder-benefit/ For veterans: https://www.princess.com/cruise-deals-promotions/military-benefit-program *Amazon Links to Items Seen in this Video* Laundry Sheets https://amzn.to/44mwafp First Aid Kit https://amzn.to/40hrPZA Time Stamps 00:00 Itemized Princess Cruise Budget 00:52 Last Minute Cruise Deals 02:34 Our Total Cruise Fare 03:00 Free Onboard Credit 03:47 Hidden Cruising Costs 05:03 How to Save on Cruise WiFi 06:04 Why We Skip the Drink Package & Specialty Dining 08:21 Book Your Own Shore Excursions 11:37 Free Cruise Activities 12:41 Bonus Tip: Laundry =========================================== Support our channel and buy our Ultimate Cruise Books! Cruise Planner - Two Sizes! - Small https://amzn.to/4kmoC3d - Large https://amzn.to/3ZdLKZd Cruise Journal for Kids https://amzn.to/4ikZ7h9 Word Search Puzzle Book for Adults https://amzn.to/3z7CP1y Activity Book for Kids https://amzn.to/3Yv9ZRe 🔔 Make sure to subscribe and hit the notification bell so you never miss a video! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuE0IrwnUdbmB39Lk1Y8XkA?sub_confirmation=1 👉 Drop a comment and let us know what excites you most about cruising! 💙LET’S BE FRIENDS!💙 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embracetoday_travel/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61557375432521&is_tour_completed=true Additional News Updates at: https://www.embrace-today.com/cruisenewscentral Buy me a coffee! ☕️ https://www.buymeacoffee.com/embracetoday FTC Legal Disclosure: The links found in the description box of our videos are affiliate links, meaning that we earn a commission on purchases made through the links, at no extra cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, we earn a commission from qualifying purchases.