10 Things You NEED to Know Before Cruising on an Older Ship

Watch this before cruising on an older cruise ship! Cruising on older ships has its pros & cons. After cruising onboard Royal Caribbean Freedom of the Seas, which is almost 20 years old, there are some things I wish known before I sailed. In this video I share the good & bad things about cruising on older ships, so that you can know what to expect before you sail. Whether you like to sail on new cruise ships or are thinking about what cruise to book next, this video is full of helpful cruise tips. While this video focuses mostly on Royal Caribbean's Freedom of the Seas, this isn't a cruise review. However I do share what I learned as well as some of the different things you can expect on the cruise ship. If you're a first time cruiser or repeat cruiser, this video will have some valuable cruise travel advice and tips. RESOURCES I RECOMMEND 🛳 THE ULTIMATE CRUISE PLANNER 🛳 Get the Life Well Cruised ULTIMATE CRUISE PLANNER ($10 off for a limited time). The printable planner includes 47 pages of checklists, packing lists, shore excursion forms & more! here: https://lifewellcruised.com/ultimate-... ______ Please note that this video is not sponsored. The links in this description are affiliate links, meaning that I will make a commission on purchases you make through my links, at no extra cost to you. As Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. CRUISE ESSENTIALS No surge power bar: https://amzn.to/3NCRu7d No surge power cube (with USB): https://amzn.to/3TGq8lY Over the door organizer: https://amzn.to/3Dx2m1N Towel bands: https://amzn.to/3RF98dc Passport holder wallet: https://amzn.to/3f6VqNW Hanging toiletry bag: https://amzn.to/3Nb8fFY Carry-on bag: Nautical carry on bag: https://amzn.to/2TH7L3T Packing cubes set: https://amzn.to/3wF1syG Clear TSA approved liquid bags: https://amzn.to/49AEmdD Electronics organizer: https://amzn.to/3wpIvxK Magnet hooks: https://amzn.to/3wZgj77 Magnet clips: https://amzn.to/37bNh9W Towel clips: https://amzn.to/3b4cj9V Towel band with clips: https://amzn.to/3XrB1aR Cruise lanyards: https://amzn.to/3uNZBFb Cruise card holder: https://amzn.to/3EWtRUL Travel binoculars: https://amzn.to/3iRzO9P Travel jewelry bag: https://amzn.to/2SY190s Poo-Pourri: https://amzn.to/3vJCaM8 Waterproof phone cases on lanyards: https://amzn.to/3iXCuT6 Waterproof waist pouch: https://amzn.to/3AqMSeK Travel alarm clock: https://amzn.to/3iYuYXN Night light (motion sensor): https://amzn.to/33eMEqP Laundry hamper: https://amzn.to/2YMyJtw Water shoes: https://amzn.to/3G14O1g Lock box safe: https://amzn.to/3ibZkqQ Reef safe sunscreen: https://amzn.to/3rHUlRS Aloe vera: https://amzn.to/3BSz1gX Travel hairdryer: https://amzn.to/3xOxndy Coverup: https://amzn.to/3gO5T1Z Travel fan: https://amzn.to/3uMc24t Collapsable bottles: https://amzn.to/3tXCtVw Bonine: https://amzn.to/3NE87zo Seabands: https://amzn.to/3LxvLvt Ginger candies: https://amzn.to/370LBzP Travel luggage scale: https://amzn.to/3tIbzAX AirTags: https://amzn.to/3tIOttp Binoculars: https://amzn.to/3pMWbUD Luggage tag holders: *Royal Caribbean: https://amzn.to/3tvNzB5 *Celebrity: https://amzn.to/3JB36Fk *Norwegian: https://amzn.to/3JzGiFP *Princess: https://amzn.to/3wvgW8t *Carnival: https://amzn.to/3uhaUFM *HAL: https://amzn.to/3tz7tLs MSC: https://amzn.to/3PLkMU4 Level8 Luggage (save 10% with code LIFEWELLCRUISED10): https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-10099423.... ULTIMATE CRUISE PLANNER: https://lifewellcruised.com/ultimate-... More Items we LOVE @ Life Well Cruised Amazon Store: https://amzn.to/3QaoV29 _______ FTC LEGAL DISCLOSURE - Some links found in the description box of my videos are affiliate links, meaning that I will make a commission on purchases you make through my links, at no extra cost to you. I only recommend products and services that I personally like and trust. _______ *Business inquiries & media: please contact Ilana at lifewellcruised@gmail.com Please note that I am unable to give personal cruise and travel advice. If you leave a comment I try my best to answer. ABOUT ME Hi! I'm Ilana! I live in Montreal, Canada with my husband Frank. We can often be found dreaming about and planning future cruises, ideally to hot and sunny destinations! I believe in having fun, being kind and that you are never too old, or too young, to live the life of your dreams! Please note that I do not sell cruises on Life Well Cruised. This and all other videos are for entertainment purposes only. I share my own opinions, personal experiences and information with other cruise travellers, which I hope can be helpful. Please contact your travel agent or the cruise line directly for advice and any information specific to your booking. Some of the B-Roll footage used in this video courtesy of RCCL ____________ Music Credit: Surf Time by Lux-InspiraMusicMusic