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5 Cruising Mistakes Experts Never Make

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Creator's Key Takeaways

flying into your departure Port City on the day of your cruise give yourself a little extra cushion and flying the day before

not purchasing travel insurance unforeseen events can cause you to miss your cruise or cost you to spend a lot of extra money

purchasing Internet packages on board they are much cheaper purchased in advance at least 2 days or more before your cruise leaves

if you do not utilize a pay as you go plan for your cell phone you'll want to turn it on airplane mode while on the cruise

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Fly into your departure port city the day before your cruise to avoid flight delays
✓Purchase travel insurance, especially an annual plan if you cruise more than twice a year
✓Buy internet packages in advance at least 2 days before your cruise for cheaper rates
✓Use airplane mode on your cell phone to avoid unexpected roaming charges
✓Pack essential medications and items in your carry-on luggage

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Missing the cruise due to flight delays — Fly into the departure port city the day before your cruise
Unexpected costs from emergencies or missed cruises — Purchase travel insurance, especially an annual plan if you cruise frequently
High costs for internet packages on board — Buy internet packages in advance at least 2 days before your cruise
Unexpected roaming charges on your phone — Turn on airplane mode or use a pay-as-you-go plan while on the cruise

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are common mistakes people make when cruising?
QHow can I avoid missing my cruise due to flight issues?
QWhy should I purchase travel insurance for cruising?
QHow can I save money on internet packages for my cruise?
QWhat should I do to avoid roaming charges on my phone during a cruise?

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