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10 Charges on Cruise Ships that SURPRISE Most New Cruisers!

Fraser at Sea
Fraser at Sea
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👁️ 12K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 22:01
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I've come across so many people out on ships including me in the past who have seen a really good deal online who have jumped to book the cruise and it's not until they start planning how to get to the ship and how to experience the ship properly once they're on board that they start to realize just how expensive this type of travel really can be

I personally have found myself paying hundreds of pounds for flights and some cases I've almost spent as much for the flight as I have for the crews which is painful

I was shocked to see my insurance quote come back last week I would usually expect for a seven night Crews to pay about £12 which would be about 15 or6 us however when I submitted my quote it came back at81 which would be I imagine about $90 us it was astronomical compared to what I'm used to

if you're paying more for the drinks package than I paid to book The Cruise for me it's a no no

Creator's Tips & Advice

Research cheaper parking alternatives near the port
Shop around for travel insurance to find better rates
Check if gratuities can be prepaid or removed by speaking to Guest Services
Be aware of service charges on drinks and other purchases
Consider independent exploration of ports to save money
Use mobile data or travel eSIMs instead of paying for cruise Wi-Fi

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Unexpected costs beyond cruise fareBudget for additional expenses like travel to port, insurance, tips, and onboard charges
Missing the ship during port excursionsBook official cruise line excursions if you want the ship to wait for you

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the additional costs to consider when planning a cruise?
QHow can new cruisers avoid surprise expenses?

Topics Covered

Value Pricing1½ Sad BaconService CrewMehWifi Connectivity2 Sad BaconExcursions1 Happy BaconDrink Package1½ Sad BaconBooking Process½ Happy BaconEmbarkationMeh

Port Highlights

Alaska
Top: Helicopter ride to glaciers (hundreds of dollars per person)
Bahamas
Barcelona1½ Sad Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

#Cruise If you’ve ever taken a cruise before, you’ll already know that there are so many additional costs that you need to think about - it’s so much more than just the cruise fare. In this video, I’m going to break down 10 of the additional costs that you should be thinking about when you’re planning your cruise. I’ve come across so many people who have found a good cruise deal online, booked the cruise, and then only started to realise how expensive cruising can be after they’ve confirmed their booking. Video Chapters Intro - 00:00 Cost 1 - 01:13 Cost 2 - 03:04 Cost 3 - 04:46 Cost 4 - 06:54 Cost 5 - 08:40 Check out my Amazon store! 11:22 Cost 6 - 13:04 Cost 7 - 14:25 Cost 8 - 15:47 Cost 9 - 16:55 Cost 10 - 18:57 Looking for my AMAZON STORE? https://www.fraseratsea.com/buy-your-cruise-essentials Want to see more tips? Why not head over to this video, where I share with you why I'm happy to cruise in an Inside, or Interior, cabin? 10 Reasons to Book an INSIDE CABIN on a Cruise Ship https://youtu.be/q7y6tIMV8YE SUPPORT FRASER AT SEA - come and find me on the platforms below: YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCM-SoYHDs8kBPwN9MSwSSew INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/fraseratsea/ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@fraseratsea PATREON: https://www.patreon.com/FraseratSea FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/p/Fraser-at-Sea-61560127220226/ Would you like to support my channel? You can buy me a coffee here - thank you! https://buymeacoffee.com/fraseratsea Want to see even more? Head over to my website: https://www.fraseratsea.com/ #CruiseShip #CruiseLife #CruiseShips #CruiseTips #CruiseVacation #CruiseVlog #LivingOnCruiseShips #LuxuryLifestyle #vlog