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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

the cruise industry is one of the most heavily regulated travel sectors on the globe

the odds of falling overboard on a cruise ship are probably right up there with winning the lottery

there are no known cases of someone acting responsibly who has accidentally fallen over the railing of a cruise ship

cruises are what you make of them they can be exciting and full of activity or they can be relaxed and peaceful

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book a room with a balcony to ease claustrophobia
Visit the main dining room on day one to adjust seating arrangements
Use the stairs to burn off extra cruise calories
Check the ship's newsletter to create your own routine
Research cruise lines to match your demographic preferences

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Floating petri dishes full of germsCruise lines follow strict CDC guidelines and are heavily regulated
Feeling claustrophobicBook a balcony room and explore open areas of the ship
Eating with strangersAdjust seating arrangements at main dining room or use alternative dining options
Falling off the shipHigh railings and cameras make this extremely unlikely for responsible passengers

Questions This Creator Answers

QAre cruise ships floating petri dishes?
QWill I feel claustrophobic on a cruise ship?
QDo I have to eat with strangers?
QIs it easy to fall off a cruise ship?
QWill I be bored on a cruise ship?

Topics Covered

Safety Medical3½ Happy BaconCabin Balcony4 Happy BaconCrowd Capacity2 Happy BaconEntertainment Activities4½ Happy BaconDining Main2½ Happy BaconValue Pricing3 Happy BaconService Crew3½ Happy BaconItinerary Route4 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Hey Cruisers, Think back to your first cruise. Do you remember having any fears about your trip? Maybe you thought you could fall off the ship, or that a cruise was too expensive? Today, we’re breaking down new cruisers' WORST fears, and whether they’re justified or based on myths. If you're new to cruising you may have some of these fears. You think you'll feel claustrophobic, or you'll get sick, be bored or maybe you think you might fall off the ship. In this video, we'll take an in-depth look at these, and other cruise fears, and let you know if they are realistic, or can be easily dismissed. 00:00 - Intro 00:39 - Cruise ships are floating Petri dishes 02:47 - I’ll feel claustrophobic 03:40 - I’ll have to eat with strangers 04:43 - I’ll have to dress up for dinner 06:12 - I’ll be stuck in the middle of the ocean 07:02 - I might fall off the ship 08:56 - I’ll have to follow a schedule 10:02 - I have to know how to swim 11:02 - This ship will sink! 11:42 - I’ll get sick 12:41 - Everyone will be old 13:49 - I’ll feel like herded cattle 14:47 - I’ll be bored 15:54 - Cruises are too expensive 17:09 - I’ll gain weight About CruiseTipsTV We love to share cruise packing tips & help you avoid costly cruise mistakes. Be sure to subscribe for more cruise tips and tune in as we inspire you to explore the world by cruise ship! Whether you’re cruising with Carnival Cruise Line, Royal Caribbean, Princess Cruises, MSC Cruises, Holland America, Celebrity, Virgin Voyages, or Norwegian Cruise Line, we have cruise tips for you! NOW YOU CAN SUPPORT OUR WORK: ❤️Special thanks to our Backstage Crew for keeping us on the high seas! For exclusive access to a monthly video recording of our podcast (and more!), join at: https://www.patreon.com/CruiseTipsTV CruiseTipsTV Amazon Affiliate Stores US: https://www.amazon.com/shop/cruisetipstv (SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM FOR LIVE REPLAYS!) CA: https://www.amazon.ca/shop/cruisetipstv UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/cruisetipstv Website Links http://www.cruisetipstv.com https://academy.cruisetipstv.com https://shop.spreadshirt.com/CruiseTipsTV Vlog Music Artlist: https://artlist.io/Sheri-5708 Soundstripe: https://app.soundstripe.com/referrals/30377 Social Media Links https://www.instagram.com/cruisetipstv/ https://twitter.com/cruisetipstv/ https://www.facebook.com/CruiseTipsTV/ https://www.pinterest.com/Cruisetipstv/ https://www.youtube.com/CruiseTipsTV Affiliate Links: We receive a small percentage from purchases made from affiliate links that may be contained in this description. This does not affect the amount you pay in any way. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. NOW YOU CAN SUPPORT OUR WORK: ❤️Special thanks to our Backstage Crew for keeping us on the high seas! For exclusive access to a monthly video recording of our podcast (and more!), join at: https://www.patreon.com/CruiseTipsTV CruiseTipsTV Amazon Affiliate Stores US: https://www.amazon.com/shop/cruisetipstv (SCROLL TO THE BOTTOM FOR LIVE REPLAYS!) CA: https://www.amazon.ca/shop/cruisetipstv UK: https://www.amazon.co.uk/shop/cruisetipstv Website Links http://www.cruisetipstv.com https://academy.cruisetipstv.com https://shop.spreadshirt.com/CruiseTipsTV Vlog Music Artlist: https://artlist.io/Sheri-5708 Soundstripe: https://app.soundstripe.com/referrals/30377 Social Media Links https://www.instagram.com/cruisetipstv/ https://twitter.com/cruisetipstv/ https://www.facebook.com/CruiseTipsTV/ https://www.pinterest.com/Cruisetipstv/ https://www.youtube.com/CruiseTipsTV Affiliate Links: We receive a small percentage from purchases made from affiliate links that may be contained in this description. This does not affect the amount you pay in any way. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. #cruise #cruising #travel #cruiseship #cruisetips