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10 *SNEAKY* Hidden Cruise Costs (SOME are totally avoidable)!

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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

if you're working to get your next Cruise planned a big part of that is budgeting it's definitely not my favorite part of the planning process by any means but it has to be done

some of these things you don't have to pay for and knowing that can save you a ton of money

travel insurance makes this list because many people don't budget for it and they bail out when their travel agent offers it to them however it is one of the most critical Investments every time you Cruise

please at least consider budgeting for this depending on what type of policy travel insurance can help you with un expected delays while flying or driving to your Port

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Book hotels early and use loyalty points to save on pre- and post-cruise stays.
✓Consider alternative parking solutions near the cruise terminal to save on parking fees.
✓Always budget for travel insurance as it is critical for unexpected events.
✓Research Wi-Fi costs and consider using your cell phone provider's international options on port days.
✓Use complimentary dining options to avoid room service fees.
✓Bypass corkage fees by purchasing beverage packages or opening wine in your cabin.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Forgetting to budget for pre-cruise spending like new clothes and gadgets. — Challenge yourself to do a zero-spending pre-cruise by not buying new items.
Overlooking hotel costs for pre- and post-cruise stays. — Book hotels early and use credit card or hotel chain loyalty points to save.
Not budgeting for travel insurance. — Always consider budgeting for travel insurance as it is critical for unexpected events.
Assuming Wi-Fi is included with the cruise fare. — Research Wi-Fi costs and consider using your cell phone provider's international options on port days.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are some sneaky hidden cruise costs that can sneak up on you?
QHow can you avoid or minimize these hidden cruise fees?

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Are you concerned about hidden cruise costs that can sneak up on you? What cruise cost took you MOST by surprise? The LAST thing you want on your hard-earned vacation is to have a SURPRISE bill at the end! These 10 (mostly avoidable) hidden cruise fees can sneak up on you. Here's how to avoid or minimize them! LINKS MENTIONED: https://youtu.be/8TkhXMz9vG0 Our Amazon store for budget finds: https://amzlink.to/az0IEexCN0fja Watch our first video in this series! https://youtu.be/Jm5P2eX4A-Q Join us on Patreon! ❤️Show your support & get exclusive access to a monthly Zoom call, your name in livestreams, behind-the-scenes photos & life updates, and a private discord channel for our Patrons: https://www.patreon.com/CruiseTipsTV Shop My Cruise Outfits & Follow on LTK: https://www.shopltk.com/explore/CruiseTipsTV CruiseTipsTV Amazon Affiliate Stores US: https://www.amazon.com/shop/cruisetipstv CA: https://www.amazon.ca/shop/cruisetipstv UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/cruisetipstv Website Links http://www.cruisetipstv.com https://academy.cruisetipstv.com https://shop.spreadshirt.com/CruiseTipsTV - CTTV Merch! Vlog Music Artlist: https://artlist.io/Sheri-5708 Soundstripe: https://app.soundstripe.com/referrals/30377 Social Media Links https://www.instagram.com/cruisetipstv/ https://twitter.com/cruisetipstv/ https://www.facebook.com/CruiseTipsTV/ https://www.pinterest.com/Cruisetipstv/ https://www.youtube.com/CruiseTipsTV Affiliate Links: We receive a small percentage of purchases made from affiliate links that may be contained in this description. This does not affect the amount you pay in any way. As an Amazon Associate, I earn commissions from qualifying purchases. 00:00 Introduction 01:52 Pre cruise spending 03:05 Hotels 04:19 Parking 05:03 Travel Insurance 06:11 Staying connected 07:35 Transportation 08:33 Room Servce 08:57 Bringing your own wine 09:37 Upcharge areas 10:19 Activities