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How to Outsmart the Cruise Lines: 12 Tricks They Hope You Don't Know

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm Tanner from cruisely.com and I'm pulling back the curtain and letting you know these tips because they can make a big difference on your next cruise.

The truth is that missing the ship, it's extremely rare, especially if you're mindful of the time.

I've personally had it happen both ways to me. No matter, keeping an eye on the fair is a smart move to potentially keep more of your cash.

I'm not going to say that bringing your own soda or bottle of wine or champagne is something that the cruise line hopes you don't find out.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Buy discounted cruise line gift cards through AARP to save 10%.
Bring an old gift card or room key card to use in the cabin's energy-saving light holder.
Keep checking the cruise price after booking to potentially get a refund or onboard credit if it drops.
Be proactive to know all loyalty status perks to avoid paying full price.
Bring your own non-alcoholic drinks and a bottle of wine or champagne per adult.
On short cruises, skip the balcony cabin to save money.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Fear of ship leaving without you on shore excursionsIt's extremely rare; most excursions leave early and last a few hours, so you have plenty of time to return.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow can I save money on my cruise?
QWhat are some clever tricks that cruise lines hope you don't know?
QHow do I get cash back if my cruise fare drops?
QHow can I sidestep an annoying cabin feature?
QAre cruise line sales real or just a marketing gimmick?

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Want to outsmart the cruise lines? There are some clever ways that savvy cruisers save money or have a better trip that while they aren't against the rules, it's pretty clear that cruise lines would be better off if not everyone knew about them. You'll learn how to save money on your trip, how to get cash back if your cruise fare drops, and even how to sidestep an annoying cabin feature so that it doesn't create a hassle for your vacation. Like this video? Check out these vids too! What I Wish I Knew About My Cruise Cabin Before I Sailed https://youtu.be/O7o09h9-5Os 12 Weird Cruise Tips No One Else Will Tell You https://youtu.be/HRZFnHiW9ho 12 'Naughty' Cruise Tips Adults Will Want to Know https://youtu.be/alTkfF9oB_E And for more on everything cruising, check out Cruzely.com!