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MY TOP 5 tips for FIRST TIME cruisers!🤷‍♂️👀❌

Jayson Judson
Jayson Judson
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👁️ 13K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 0:59
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Creator's Key Takeaways

these are my top five tips for firsttime Cruisers part two number one don't tip twice

make sure you're prepared because you're going to be upsold many Cruise Line set up tables outside their buffets

join a roll call on Facebook or Cruise Critic this is a great way to meet new people

pack a carryon make sure to pack a swimsuit flipflops and sunscreen

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Don't tip twice by familiarizing yourself with service charges
✓Prepare for upselling and use a simple 'no thank you'
✓Join a Facebook or Cruise Critic roll call to meet people
✓Check port time allocation before booking, especially in Alaska
✓Pack a carry-on with swimsuit, flip-flops, and sunscreen

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Tipping twice on alcohol, specialty dining, and spa treatments — Make sure you're familiar with the service charges on your cruise
Being upsold on drink packages, specialty dining, etc. — Use a simple 'no thank you' when approached
Limited time in port, especially in Alaska — Look at how much time you have in each port before booking

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the top tips for first-time cruisers?
QHow can I avoid tipping twice on a cruise?
QHow do I handle upselling on a cruise?
QHow can I meet people on a cruise?
QWhat should I pack for a cruise?

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MY TOP 5 tips for FIRST TIME cruisers!🤷‍♂️👀❌ . MY CRUISE AMAZON STORE - https://www.amazon.com/shop/JaysonJudson . Link to my packing list 👇 https://bit.ly/JaysonJudsonCruisePackingList . We've picked up these cruise tips and tricks and made mistakes on our numerous cruises, and I hope you can learn from us. . #jaysonjudson #JaysonJudsoncruisetips #JaysonJudsoncruisetipsandtricks #cruisetips #cruisetipsandtricks #cruiseblogger