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Making calls on a Cruise Ship | Cruise internet plans explained (Money Saving Tips!) Detailed Guide

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👁️ 392K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 27:05

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The creator provides a comprehensive guide on managing cellular connectivity and internet usage while cruising to avoid unexpected roaming charges. The video explains the technical difference between land-based cellular service and satellite connections used at sea, noting that standard mobile plans typically do not function on a ship. To prevent high costs, the creator advises travelers to keep devices in airplane mode and utilize the ship's Wi-Fi instead. The guide includes step-by-step instructions for enabling airplane mode and Wi-Fi calling on both iPhone and Samsung devices. Detailed comparisons are provided for Royal Caribbean and Carnival internet packages, covering various tiers such as social, value, and premium plans. For Royal Caribbean, the creator shares a specific money-saving strategy involving purchasing a single plan with multiple devices for a group. The video also outlines alternative communication methods, such as ship-to-shore calls from stateroom telephones, while warning of their high per-minute costs. Finally, the creator suggests asking crew members for recommendations on free Wi-Fi locations in ports to maintain connectivity without additional expenses.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

so you're going to want to put your cell phone in airplane mode and leave it there throughout your entire trip

I recommend that you purchase the Voom package pre cruise to get the biggest discount

if you only need their internet for a short amount of time you can get something they call a 24-hour pass

no un wanted phone bills when you get home and everything's going to be wonderful

Creator's Tips & Advice

Put your cell phone in airplane mode as soon as you get on the ship
Purchase internet plans pre-cruise for the biggest discount
Use one person with multiple devices to save money on Royal Caribbean's Voom plan
Ask crew members for recommendations on free Wi-Fi in ports

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Getting huge phone bills due to roaming chargesPut your phone in airplane mode and use ship's Wi-Fi plans
Not knowing how to use phone on a cruise shipResearch before you go and follow the steps for airplane mode and internet plans

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to use your cell phone on a cruise ship
QDo you need to buy the cruise line's internet plan
QHow to avoid expensive cell phone bills due to unwanted roaming charges
QHow to make calls from a cruise ship without buying an internet plan
QHow can your family reach you in case of an emergency at sea

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