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6 cruise shore excursions I avoid like the plague

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Creator's Key Takeaways

While I can technically say I visited the coliseum, our strict schedule didn't afford us time to go inside any of the historical sites.

The highlight was when the captain let my younger cousin steer for a minute.

I paid less than $30, cash only, for a roundtrip ride and was given a few return times to choose from.

Not only are dolphin encounters pretty unethical, but they're pricey.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Avoid panoramic sightseeing tours that spend too much time on buses.
Skip glass bottom boat tours unless you have young children.
Research shopping options to find hidden gems away from tourist traps.
Arrange your own transportation for beach breaks instead of booking cruise line excursions.
Avoid swimming with dolphins due to ethical concerns and high cost.
Use audio guides or free apps for museum visits instead of guided tours.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing which excursions are worth the moneyResearch reviews and ask locals for recommendations to avoid tourist traps.
Feeling rushed on group toursConsider audio guides or free apps for museums to explore at your own pace.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhich shore excursions should you avoid on a cruise?
QWhat are the downsides of popular cruise shore excursions?

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I've been on over 30 cruises, but there are a few tours I ALWAYS avoid when I book cruise shore excursions. Some are surprising, like beach breaks, but I find that these 6 types of tours are not worth the money. Which shore excursions do you avoid on a cruise? Learn more about cruising: https://cruise.blog/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecruiseblog