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Top 20 ESSENTIAL Tips for New Cruisers

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All Things Wagner
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👁️ 3K views📅 4 years ago⏱️ 18:19
What This Creator Said
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

should i buy travel insurance yes you should absolutely buy travel insurance especially in today's world

do i need a passport to cruise no you do not need a passport to cruise however it's very good to have one

the main things are basically if you're not wearing flip-flops and cut off shorts or you know daisy dukes no bare feet bathing suits no bare feet tank tops for men usually aren't allowed

should i buy a drink package that is very dependent on your alcohol drinking habits and your soda habits

Creator's Tips & Advice

Buy travel insurance
Use a certified birth certificate if you don't have a passport for closed-loop cruises
Tip the porters at the curb
Bring your own shampoo and conditioner
Check cruise line protocols before sailing

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Travel insurance cost and necessityBuy it; it's not very expensive and can save you from a 100% refund if needed
Passport requirements for closed-loop cruisesYou don't need one, but it's good to have; use a certified birth certificate instead
Luggage handling at the portDrop luggage off at the curb with porters; they will handle it even if you forget bag tags

Questions This Creator Answers

QShould I buy travel insurance?
QDo I need a passport to cruise?
QWhat do I do with my luggage at the port?
QIs the main dining room all you can eat?
QDo I have to dress up formally?

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Port Highlights

Cozumel2½ Happy Bacon
Galveston2½ Happy Bacon
Miami2½ Happy Bacon
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