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Pre Cruise Planning - Live Cruise Tips

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👁️ 83K views📅 8 years ago⏱️ 1:03:54
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

today's episode is brought to you by Cruise Line comm where you can find reviews tips and photos from real verified everyday cruisers

I take two to four hundred dollars in cash on every cruise not a lot because I know I can use my credit card virtually everywhere

it's time for a packing purge get it all laid out open your packing cubes have a cocktail so you don't get into a scuffle with your cruising partners

Creator's Tips & Advice

Set a price alert on Cruise Line comm at booking to monitor price drops
Buy travel insurance if you know you will need it
Set your cruise countdown in the Shipmate app
Clear vacation time with your boss before choosing the vacation
Check passport expiration dates and ensure they are valid for travel
At 60-90 days out, set an onboard spending budget and research shore excursions

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Anxiety about being a below-knee amputee on a cruiseRock those beautiful skirts and shorts; guests will not be rude; embrace your beauty

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should I do at the time of booking for cruise planning?
QWhat should I do 60-90 days before my cruise?
QWhat should I do 30 days before my cruise?
QHow should I prepare in the final weeks and days before my cruise?
QHow much cash should I take on a cruise?

Topics Covered

Booking Process2 Happy BaconService Crew2 Happy BaconExcursions1½ Happy BaconValue Pricing1 Happy BaconEmbarkation1½ Happy BaconItinerary Route1½ Happy BaconPort Destination1 Happy BaconCabin Interior1½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Cabo1½ Happy Bacon
Top: Cabo Sailing Adventures
San Francisco1½ Happy Bacon
How to read the Trip Bacon Score
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Meh — no strong opinion either way

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