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What I Wish I Knew Before Sailing on Royal Caribbean | Ship To Shore Live

Parkers On The Go
Parkers On The Go
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Creator's Key Takeaways

cruising is not as great as it has been in the past few in the past okay so um pre the vid cruising was a little bit more affordable

I am a travel advisor and cruise specialist and I am one half of Parker on a go

I experienced cruising firsthand we have been on 35 cruises including Royal Caribbean Carnival MSC Margarita Ville at se um Disney virgin

cruising is booming right now okay cruising is the way to vacation and a lot of people are taking advantage of that

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Book your cruise 12 to 18 months in advance for better prices.
โœ“Pack smart and create a packing list to avoid overpacking.
โœ“Prepay gratuities to avoid worrying about them on the ship.
โœ“Research ship options to pick the right one for your preferences.
โœ“Check excursion prices often and rebook if prices decrease.

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

Documentation requirements โ€” You can travel with a birth certificate and ID, but an enhanced ID is required by May 17th for flights. Ensure names match on documents.
Affordability of cruising โ€” Cruising is more affordable than people think, with a typical budget of $75-$100 per night for standard cruising.

Questions This Creator Answers

QDo you need a passport to travel with Royal Caribbean?
QWhat is included and not included in a Royal Caribbean cruise ticket?
QHow do you choose the right cabin type?
QWhat are the best packing tips for a cruise?
QHow does tipping work on Royal Caribbean?

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