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10 CRUISE MISTAKES First Time Cruisers MUST Avoid! *big, small & lesser known*

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👁️ 24K views📅 4 years ago⏱️ 10:09
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I did ask in my Facebook group and I really appreciate all of the responses I asked people for their firsttime Cruise mistakes

you can decorate your cruise ship cabin door now on some Cruise Lines it's really pretty common and very popular

waiting so long to take their first cruise they absolutely loved it they cruised again and again after their first cruise

a lot of people avoided attending the cruise port shopping talk so consider yourself warned

Creator's Tips & Advice

Eat in the main dining room instead of only the buffet
Research your cruise ship and cruise line before booking
Decorate your cruise cabin door to recognize it easily
Know what is included on your specific cruise line
Pack carefully and don't forget medications or sunscreen
Check the weather at your embarkation port, especially in winter

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing main dining room is includedConfirm dining options are included in your cruise fare
Forgetting medications or sunscreenPack essentials and double-check before leaving home
Cold weather at embarkation port in winterCheck weather at departure port and pack accordingly
Overbooking or underbooking excursionsPlan a balanced itinerary with relaxation time

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are common first-time cruise mistakes?
QHow can first-time cruisers avoid regrets?
QWhat should you know before your first cruise?

Topics Covered

Value Pricing2 Happy BaconKids Family1½ Sad BaconDining Main3 Happy BaconDining Buffet1½ Sad BaconCabin Interior2½ Happy BaconExcursions1 Happy BaconPort Destination1 Sad BaconEmbarkation1 Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Florida2½ Happy Bacon
Galveston1 Sad Bacon
New Jersey1 Sad Bacon
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