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Viking Cruising In 2023: Don't Make These Mistakes On Your Next Cruise

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👁️ 20K views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 1:09:47
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Creator's Key Takeaways

don't you know use a travel agent right yeah well that's going to be my my first thing that I say people make a mistake is not using a travel agent

the times that are the most expensive are the best weather and the lowest crabs right so the most desirable times to go are usually the most expensive

we really feel strongly about that right so you know I have every day people ask me why do I want to pay 100 or 150 for air plus

don't over pack you said yeah a lot of people over pack they don't realize that um you know they're gonna be wearing probably the outfit

Creator's Tips & Advice

Use a travel agent for advocacy and service
Pick the right time of year for weather and crowds
Use Air Plus for flight control and seat selection
Schedule enough time between connecting flights
Don't over pack and use laundry service
Book pre or post cruise extensions for buffer time

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not using a travel agentTravel agents provide advocacy, service, and no fee in most cases
Over packingPack light and use the cruise line's laundry service
Missing pre or post cruise extensionsArrive early or stay late to experience the departure city

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat mistakes should I avoid on my next Viking cruise?
QWhy should I use a travel agent for my cruise?
QHow do I choose the right time of year for my cruise?
QWhat is Air Plus and why should I use it?
QHow much connection time should I schedule for flights?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Amsterdam2 Happy Bacon
Top: Post-Cruise Amsterdam
Basel1½ Happy Bacon
Budapest3 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Join us LIVE with Michael Consoli, who will share tips on how to avoid many common pitfalls and mistakes when planning and taking your Viking cruise in 2023. He will also answer your questions during our live Q&A and Member Check-In. Don't miss the fun. Set your clocks and tune in Sunday at 2 pm ET. Want to create live streams like this? Check out StreamYard: https://streamyard.com/pal/5001671032176640