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10 "Hush Hush" Cruise Tips No One Else Will Tell You

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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I missed the cruise ship for the first time ever long story short I flew in the morning of the cruise but a perfectly timed thunderstorm meant that my morning fight was delayed I missed a connection and then I couldn't reach the port in time before the ship left

Cruise Lines want to make money and one way to do that is to make sure a passenger has what's called a fresh wallet when they board

I found that often the staff will still seat you on a recent virgin voyages cruise for example reservations through the app were completely full when I tried to eat in the Mexican restaurant I got dressed anyway I headed down and I found that there was almost no one there I was seated immediately without any question or hesitation

loyalty status is well it's a bit overrated in my opinion there are some okay perks but until you you get into those upper tiers you really don't get that much

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book packages ahead of time for a discount
Try to get a seat at a specialty restaurant even without a reservation if reservations are full
Keep your carry-on small if boarding early
Purchase at least one shore excursion for memorable experiences

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cancellation penaltiesYou still get port fees, taxes, and pre-purchased items refunded even with a 100% penalty on cruise fare
Restaurant reservationsTry to walk in without a reservation, especially if eating early or late

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhy do cruise lines offer discounts on packages before the cruise?
QHow can you get a table at a specialty restaurant when reservations are full?
QAre loyalty programs worth it?
QWhat are the benefits of sailing on older ships?
QHow can you avoid kids on your cruise?

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YouTube Video Description

There are cruise tips that anyone will tell you... and then there are those that are much more hush hush. They go against the grain, may not be bright and cheery, or they are just different from what you normally hear. I’m talking about snagging a table when reservations are full… why cruise lines really offer discounts before the cruise, why most people should care less about loyalty programs.... and much, much more. Like this video? Be sure to subscribe. And you can always visit Cruzely.com for more tips and advice. Links mentioned in the video: CDC GI Reports for Cruise Ships: https://www.cdc.gov/vessel-sanitation/cruise-ship-outbreaks/ CDC Inspection Reports: https://wwwn.cdc.gov/InspectionQueryTool/InspectionSearch.aspx Cruise Line Incident Reports: https://www.transportation.gov/mission/safety/cruise-line-incident-reports