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7 things SMART cruise passengers ALWAYS do!

Jayson Judson
Jayson Judson
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๐Ÿ‘๏ธ 4K views๐Ÿ“… 2 years agoโฑ๏ธ 8:09
What This Creator Said
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

make sure to bring alcohol most Cruise Lines allow you to bring one to two bottles of wine or champagne when you board the ship

always make sure to book add-ons before you get on the cruise ship

always take the stairs when possible

make sure to check your shipboard account daily

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Bring your own wine or champagne in a carrier and keep it in your carry-on luggage.
โœ“Book specialty dining, excursions, and beverage packages online before boarding to save money.
โœ“Take the stairs instead of elevators to save time and avoid crowds.
โœ“Check your shipboard account daily for erroneous charges and resolve them at Guest Services.
โœ“Use a packing list to avoid forgetting items and check the Amazon Cruise store for recommended products.
โœ“Understand drink package rules, including per-day limits and mini-bar exclusions.

๐Ÿ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

How to bring alcohol on board without issues โ€” Use a padded carrier for wine/champagne, keep it in carry-on luggage, and avoid checked luggage.
Saving money on add-ons like dining and excursions โ€” Book online before boarding, especially during holidays for flash sales, and call to adjust prices if needed.
Avoiding motion sickness in a quiet cabin โ€” Choose an end-of-the-hall cabin if you can handle motion, as it's quieter with less foot traffic.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the top things smart cruise passengers always do?
QHow can I avoid corkage fees and enjoy wine on my cruise?
QWhen should I book cruise add-ons to get the best price?
QWhy should I take the stairs on a cruise ship?
QHow can I prevent billing errors on my cruise?

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7 things SMART cruise passengers ALWAYS do! These 7 things SMART cruise passengers always do, learn from us so it doesn't ruin your cruise! My AMAZON CRUISE STORE https://www.amazon.com/shop/jaysonjudson Link to my packing list ๐Ÿ‘‡ https://bit.ly/JaysonJudsonCruisePackingList Link to the Wine Carrier https://www.amazon.com/shop/jaysonjudson/list/1C9QQ60U6M7J8?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsflist_aipsfjaysonjudson_2J0W253XFXAQ5VQQVTHS Are YOU tipping TWICE on your cruise? https://youtu.be/FFIQX8vv0Ko 7 SNEAKY things the cruise lines DON'T TELL YOU! https://youtu.be/JFOeoewZhkg 9 Cruise Cabins YOU MUST AVOID! https://youtu.be/wPq64r04sbs Celebrity Equinox 2023 Ship Tour l *WE LOVED THIS SHIP!* https://youtu.be/HlKXkCYBFjM 10 Things I Wish I Knew BEFORE Going On Our Princess Cruise https://youtu.be/JPT-87QRXh8 Caribbean Princess Full Ship Tour and Review 2023 https://youtu.be/jAJ7m8Ual78 This is a MUST try! Princess Cruises Ultimate Balcony Dining Experience! https://youtu.be/2BtBf7ZL97A Join us on the path to 70,000 subscribers! We are currently at 65,500 subscribers. I appreciate everyoneโ€™s support! Please support the channel by giving this video a thumbs up, commenting, and subscribing for more cruise ship reviews and tours. Subscribe ---- https://www.youtube.com/@jaysonjudson?sub_confirmation=1 As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. However, there is no extra cost to you. These purchases do help the channel and allow us to grow the channel. Thank you so much for your support. *(DISCLAIMER)* Jayson Judson is not affiliated with any cruise line nor am I associated with any Travel Agency. This video is strictly for entertainment purposes and the views expressed by Jayson Judson and or on this channel should be taken as such and not as fact. Please consult a travel agent or the cruise line before making any decisions regarding your cruise vacation. #jaysonjudson #jaysonjudsoncruisetips #jaysonjudsoncruisetipsandtricks #cruisetips #cruisetipsandtricks #smartcruisepassengers 00:00 Introduction 00:22 Bring Alcohol 02:10 Book add ons ahead of time 03:27 Take the stairs 04:30 Check ship board account 05:15 Have a packing list 05:36 Know the drink package rules 06:59 End of the Hall