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The HIDDEN Costs of CRUISING

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👁️ 667 views📅 1 months ago⏱️ 50:19
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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

You're a cheap ass if you take your gratuitities off.

We always tip our rooms through it. We give them right on the first day, we give him a $20 bill just to get it started.

NCL's package was 100% worth it and I think I'd get it every time.

We regret not doing basically any specialy restaurants though on Royal.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Prepay gratuities to avoid a large bill at the end of the cruise.
✓Tip your room steward and bartenders well for better service.
✓Consider getting a drink package if you drink regularly, as it can save money.
✓Book specialty dining in advance, especially on ships with dining packages.
✓Plan for travel costs to the port, as they can be a significant expense.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Unexpected costs adding up — Plan for gratuities, drink packages, specialty dining, excursions, and travel to the port.
Not knowing how to handle gratuities — Prepay gratuities and tip extra for good service throughout the cruise.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow much does it actually cost to take a cruise?
QWhat are the hidden costs of cruising?
QShould you prepay gratuities?
QAre drink packages worth it?
QHow can you save money on excursions?

Topics Covered

Dining Specialty2 Sad BaconDrink Package4 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

St. Thomas3 Happy Bacon
Tracy Arm Fjord4½ Happy Bacon
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#NCL #CARNIVALCRUISE #ROYALCARIBBEAN Come join us as we talk how much it ACTUALLY costs to take a cruise. Let's break down the full cost of a cruise including getting to your cruise, expenses while on board, and things you might not even think about. Don't let the cost sneak up on you!