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1ST TIME CRUISERS & GRATUITY COMPARISON

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Sharon at Sea Travel
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👁️ 5K views📅 8 years ago⏱️ 34:58
What This Creator Said
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Veteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

do your research um a travel agent will give you a few more perks and and things that is a good way to go

personally I only take my passport off the ship if we are going to a port where we may need it to fly home

Carnival the tips right now are $12.95 a day per person

if you want a lot of attention or if you meet a bartender that's awesome throw a buck or two out there it couldn't hurt

Creator's Tips & Advice

Research and choose a good travel agent for personalized service and perks.
Walk the ship on the first morning to explore all areas and plan your activities.
Take a photo of your passport on your phone for security instead of carrying the original.
Prepay gratuities if you don't want to worry about them during your cruise.
Throw a dollar or two to bartenders for better service and attention.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Booking directly vs. through a travel agentEither is fine; travel agents offer more perks and personalized service.
What to do in ports regarding passportsOnly take passport if needed; otherwise, leave it on the ship and have a photo on your phone.
Gratuity charges and how they workGratuities are automatic; you can prepay them or adjust them at guest services if needed.

Questions This Creator Answers

QDid I mess up by booking directly with Carnival?
QWhat are tips for first-time cruisers on Carnival Vista?
QShould I take my actual passport or a copy when getting off the ship?
QWhat are hotel and parking options for Port Canaveral?
QWhat drinks can you bring on board Carnival?

Topics Covered

Value Pricing1 Happy BaconBooking Process2 Happy BaconService Crew2½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

New Orleans
Port Canaveral2½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

#CruiseLineGratuities #CruiseShips #CruiseTips Here's some Q & A on 1st time cruising. Some subscriber questions & answers, along with a full gratuity comparison between all the major cruise lines. Please leave any further questions in the comments below & we will be sure to answer them. Follow us at http://sharonatsea.com https://www.facebook.com/sharonatsea/ https://www.instagram.com/sharonatsea https://twitter.com/sharonatsea https://www.pinterest.com/sharonatsea Contact us at shargal39@gmail.com Come cruise with us & be part of our VLOGS, go to http://sharonatsea.com and under the About section in the menu our current booked cruises are listed. HAPPY CRUISING!!!