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5 Things in Cruising That Are Actually BS...And 3 That Aren't (Controversial)

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👁️ 138K views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 9:48
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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

those dirt cheap headline fares you see advertised yes they are possible but that's not anywhere close to what you'll actually pay

the photos seem to show a couple or a family having the time of their life and there is not another person to be seen

cruising still ends up being a good value for what you get

sailing to Alaska gives you an experience that you will not get anywhere else

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Look beyond headline prices and account for double occupancy, port fees, taxes, and gratuities when budgeting.
✓Don't rely on marketing photos; expect crowds on the ship and at popular spots.
✓For a more authentic port experience, leave the duty-free shopping area and explore outside the port gates.
✓Consider Alaska for a unique and natural cruise experience.
✓Explore the many activities and amenities on modern mega ships.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Unexpected costs — Budget for double occupancy, port fees, taxes, and gratuities on top of the headline fare.
Crowds and lack of privacy — Expect the ship and popular areas to be crowded; marketing photos are unrealistic.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat aspects of cruising are overhyped or misleading (BS)?
QWhat aspects of cruising are genuinely valuable and live up to the hype?

Topics Covered

Crowd Capacity1½ Sad BaconValue Pricing2 Sad BaconShip Condition3 Happy BaconBooking Process1½ Sad BaconPort Destination1 Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Juneau4 Happy Bacon
Sitka4 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description↓

For as much as we all love cruising -- and it is pretty great -- there are some things that if you're being honest, you just have to call BS on. I'll give it to you straight... and that includes things that are way different in marketing versus reality... and some things that are absolutely 100% true. Love cruising? See more cruise tips and info at: 👉 https://www.cruzely.com 👉 https://www.facebook.com/cruzelydotcom/ 🚢 Be sure to like and subscribe, and check out Cruzely's other videos! 🚢 #cruise #travel