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Creator's Key Takeaways

connecting to the ship connecting your phone to the ship is not the same as connecting to the Wi-Fi internet using an internet package or perday rate

to connect to the ship there is no charge uh you to connect it up it allows you to use your app on board

if you buy a Wi-Fi package or you pay a day rate for the Wi-Fi package then you are able to connect to the internet

always keep your phone on airplane mode yes always do that if you're on board the ship you have your phone on airplane mode you will not get any Roman churches

Creator's Tips & Advice

Put your phone in airplane mode when on the ship to avoid roaming charges
Use the ship's free Wi-Fi to access the app for activities and reservations
Purchase a Wi-Fi package if you need internet access on the ship
Turn off private Wi-Fi addresses and VPNs for better connectivity
Switch devices on your Wi-Fi plan to manage bandwidth usage

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Understanding the difference between ship Wi-Fi and internet packagesShip Wi-Fi is free and for app use; internet packages are paid for full internet access
Avoiding roaming chargesAlways put your phone in airplane mode on the ship

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat is the difference between ship Wi-Fi and internet Wi-Fi packages?
QHow can you avoid expensive cruise ship roaming fees?
QHow do you connect your phone to the ship's Wi-Fi?

Topics Covered

Wifi ConnectivityMeh
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YouTube Video Description

Connecting to the Ship's WiFi is not the same as buying a WiFi Package from a Cruiselines. The Ship's wifi is local and allows you to use your app on board. A WiFi package allows you to connect to the internet while on the ship. We tell you how to connect your phone to the ships Wifi. Medallion Net Max WiFi We also talk about how Cruise Ship Roaming Fees can be very expensive costing several hundred dollars. We show you how to save money by avoiding the expensive cruise ship roaming fees. How to connect to the ship's WiFi using the Princess App is covered. Please see our video on using the Princess App: https://youtu.be/Y682dw9uEAo We also cover connecting to the ship's wifi in our video here https://youtu.be/pF6DtN5q-2k We are both chemical engineers and have only been vlogging since June 2023 and please subscribe to follow us. Thank you for watching! Please feel free to leave comments or ask questions. Content: 0:00 Intro 1:12 Difference between Connecting to Ship and Connecting to Internet 2:22 How to connect to the Ship 4:43 How to Save money 6:46 Summary #medallionclassapp #caribbeancruise #princesscruise #celebritycruises #carnivalcruise #rccl #hollandamericaline #ncl #grandturk #margaritaville #whalewatching @princesscruises @celebritycruises @Carnival @RoyalCaribbean @norwegiancruiseline Crown Princess, Majestic Princess, Ruby Princess, Discovery Princess, Royal Princess, Celebrity Cruise, NCL Cruise, RCCL Cruise, Carnival Cruise, celebrity solstice, carnival liminosa, celebrity millennium, Norwegian bliss, celebrity eclipse, sapphire princess, carnival spirit, Norwegian encore, Disney wonder, brilliance of the seas, quantum of the seas, radiance of the seas, eurodam, koningsdam, Norwegian Jewel, Reserve Class Suite, Emerald Princess, Grand Princess, Sapphire Princess, Diamond Princess, Caribbean Princess, Carnival Spirit, Regal Princess, Sky Princess, Sun Princess, Star Princess, Island Princess, Coral Princess, Celebrity Cruise, celebrity solstice, celebrity millennium, celebrity eclipse, Celebrity Edge, Celebrity Beyond, Celebrity Apex, Celebrity Ascent, Celebrity Constellation, Celebrity Equinox, Celebrity Infinity, Celebrity Reflection, Celebrity Silhouette, Celebrity Summit, Carnival Pride, Carnival Jubilee, Carnival Mardi Gras, Liberty of the Seas, Ovation of the Seas, Carnival Dream, Harmony of the Seas, Carnival Breeze, Disney Majic, Voyager of the Seas, NCL Prima, Carnival Glory, Carnival Valor, NCL Breakaway, Brilliance of the Seas, Carnival Sensation, Carnival Paradise, Serenade of the Seas, Carnival Grandeur, NCL Jade, Enchantment of the Seas, Nieuw Amsterdam, Rotterdam, carnival sunrise, Carnival magic, Carnival vista, carnival horizon, valiant lady, scarlet lady, eurodam, carnival Venezia, carnival freedom, nieuw statendam, carnival sunshine, The information expressed in this video is the opinion of the creators and is for entertainment purposes only. This is not professional advice. Please consult your travel professional or the cruise lines for advice specific to your booking. Copyright A Cruising Good Time LLC 2025