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15 Things ALL New Cruisers MUST Think About BEFORE the Cruise!

Fraser at Sea
Fraser at Sea
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👁️ 9K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 27:44
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Creator's Key Takeaways

it's really important to understand when you're making your booking what is and isn't included

I would always advise knowing your battle plan if it's your first ever cruise

make sure you book it in advance book it online way before you get on the cruise

I cannot tell you how strongly I feel about this one

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Arrive at the port a day early to avoid stress
✓Understand what is and isn't included in your cruise fare before booking and before boarding
✓Consider paying extra to choose your specific cabin to avoid motion issues
✓Have a plan for motion sickness, including medication
✓Download the cruise line's mobile app as soon as possible after booking

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Missing the ship due to time zone changes or being late — Always ensure you get back to the ship early or on time, and be aware of time zone changes.
Motion sickness during the cruise — Know your battle plan and take medication with you for a few dollars to save stress.
Not understanding what is included in the cruise fare — Check what's included before booking and before boarding to avoid unexpected charges.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should first-time cruisers think about before their cruise?
QHow can I reduce stress and anxiety when planning a cruise?
QWhat are common mistakes to avoid on a first cruise?

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#Cruise If you're planning to take your first cruise, there's A LOT to think about. In this video, I'm going to share 15 things that every first time cruiser has to think about doing BEFORE the cruise. Think about things like arriving early, buying insurance, packing carefully, and so much more - I'll cover it all in this video! For more cruise tips from my experience out 'at sea', just hit the SUBSCRIBE button and come along! If you enjoy this video, please also remember to hit the THUMBS UP button! Want to see more tips? Why not head over to the below videos for more? 10 Reasons to Book an INSIDE CABIN on a Cruise Ship https://youtu.be/q7y6tIMV8YE 15 Things You MUST Do in ANY Cruise Ship Cabin on Day 1! https://youtu.be/P2SUPXOAv_w 10 Tips to Help You Book The BEST Cruise Ship Cabin! https://youtu.be/B6XRJRNi52k Video Chapters Introduction - 00:00 Number 1 - 00:48 Number 2 - 02:52 Number 3 - 05:02 Number 4 - 06:41 Number 5 - 08:07 Number 6 - 10:02 Number 7 - 11:56 Number 8 - 14:34 Number 9 - 16:21 Number 10 - 17:11 Number 11 - 18:52 Number 12 - 20:27 Number 13 - 21:43 Number 14 - 23:21 Number 15 - 24:47 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 Looking for my Amazon store? https://www.fraseratsea.com/buy-your-cruise-essentials Want to see even more? Head over to my website: https://www.fraseratsea.com/ #CruiseShip #CruiseLife #CruiseShips #CruiseTips #CruiseVacation #CruiseVlog #LivingOnCruiseShips #LuxuryLifestyle #Vlog