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🚢 10 Things I HATE About Living on Cruise Ships

Poverty to Paradise
Poverty to Paradise
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👁️ 192K views📅 11 months ago⏱️ 31:20
What This Creator Said
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🧍 Best for SoloTransatlantic · Summer · 16 nightsFrom New OrleansVeteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

I sold everything and now I live on cruise ships fulltime.

I definitely have to bring my patience cuz I actually hate getting on the tender boats because of having to deal with other people and their frustrations.

Having time zone whiplash is something that I hate about living full-time on cruise ships.

Laundry is definitely something I hate about living full-time on cruise ships.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Bring patience when dealing with tender boats and crowded areas.
Plan for errands as a full-day event when on land.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Dealing with tender boats and crowdsBring patience and consider priority boarding if available.
Managing time zone changesBe prepared for jet lag, especially on transatlantic cruises.
Budgeting for upsellsPlan for extra costs like water and Wi-Fi to avoid surprises.

Questions This Creator Answers

QIs it just you traveling?
QHow long do you stay on cruises?
QWhy do you still live on cruise ships despite the frustrations?

Topics Covered

Loyalty Program2½ Happy BaconService Crew1½ Sad BaconCrowd Capacity3½ Sad BaconValue Pricing4 Sad BaconSafety Medical2½ Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Alakante4 Happy Bacon
Barcelona2½ Happy Bacon
Biz2½ Sad Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

10 Things I HATE About Cruise Life Living full-time on cruise ships sounds like a dream — and in many ways, it is. But that doesn't mean it's perfect. In this video, I’m sharing 10 things that I genuinely hate about cruise life, from time zone chaos to tender boat madness — and yes, I’ve saved the most frustrating one for last. Whether you're thinking about living on a cruise ship, planning a long voyage, or just curious about what life at sea is really like, this is the real talk you won’t get from the brochures. 👀 Watch until the end for the bonus frustration that gets even the most seasoned cruisers. 👍 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more behind-the-scenes cruise life content! 📍 Chapters 00:00 10 Things I Hate About Living on cruise ships 05:09 Tender Boats = Chaos 07:01 Time Zone Whiplash 07:42 Laundry is a Nightmare 10:06 Crowds 11:38 No Personal Transportation 17:00 Port Days Feel Rushed 18:35 Everyday Tasks Become Mini-Quests 20:00 Privacy? Forget It. 22:00 Nowhere to Hide During Storms 23:30 So Many Rules 25:26 BONUS: Nickel-and-Diming 28:20 Final Thoughts + Would I Still Live on a Cruise? ----------------------------------------- ----------------------------------------- 🚢 If you are over 40 and interested in learning how to create a successful YouTube channel or Jumpstart your retirement travels, these are the courses that I took (Affiliate Links): ► YouTube Course: https://groundedlife.thinkific.com/courses/youtube-after-40?ref=34db57 ► Retirement Travel Jumpstart Course: https://groundedlife.thinkific.com/courses/retirement-travel-jumpstart?ref=34db57 ► Bundle: https://groundedlife.thinkific.com/bundles/retirement-travel-jumpstart-youtube-after-40?ref=34db57 ----------------------------------------- ► How I Cruise on Casino Deals - https://youtu.be/P7xL4TmrkFI ► ► I Got Paid to Live Here - https://youtu.be/P_T-5uf_RSI ----------------------------------------- Hi! My name is Lynnelle. On this channel, I upload videos weekly surrounding topics of living on a retirement budget of $2,500 a month, traveling full-time on cruise ships using discounts including casino deals, and finding unique ways to fund a stress-free soft life. If you have a low-fixed income, are in or nearing retirement, and think you don't have enough money to live in Paradise, then this is DEFINITELY the place for YOU! 🚢 How you can support my journey: ► Watch til the end, like, comment/question, subscribe & share ► Donate to paypal.me/PovertyToParadise ► YouTube Thanks button $$$ ► Check out the affiliate links below ----------------------------------------- ► Travel items I use while living on cruise ships (Affiliate Links): Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/povertytoparadise ----------------------------------------- ► Travel Credit Card I Use For Hotel Reward Points: → Earn 4 free nights & Elite Status with the IHG One Rewards Premier credit card using this link: https://www.referyourchasecard.com/210y/QV0G9DNES1 ► Business Credit Card I use to get rewards for FREE Cruises, Hotels & Flights! Earn 200,000 bonus points with the new Sapphire Reserve for Business℠ credit card and with over $2,500 in annual value, there's no competition. You can also earn up to $1,000 bonus cash back with the Ink Business Premier℠ card, Ink Business Unlimited® card or Ink Business Cash® card. I can be rewarded if you apply here and are approved for the card. https://www.referyourchasecard.com/21w/JEN3IFR9ZL ----------------------------------------- ► For Business Inquiries ONLY 😊🛳 PovertyToParadise@gmail.com ----------------------------------------- FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commissions on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel! This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not meant to be a substitute for legal, accounting, tax, or professional advice. If you have any specific questions about any legal, accounting, tax or other professional service matter you should consult the appropriate professional services provider. ----------------------------------------- 0265 Living On A Cruise Ship