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20 THINGS TO DO/KNOW A MONTH BEFORE CRUISING - A MUST WATCH FOR ALL PASSENGERS - KNOW BEFORE YOU GO

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👁️ 2K views📅 4 years ago⏱️ 16:19
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we have a list of things that we always take care of before we cruise and we want to share it with you

make sure your debts are paid before you leave you don't want to come back and something be turned off

start working on your budget and what you want to spend on board it will help you out in the long run

print off anything that you think is pertinent to your trip and it will help keep that information with you

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Pay all bills early to avoid issues while away
✓Create a budget for onboard spending
✓Carry large bills for easier tipping
✓Check medication refills and pack a medical bag
✓Book or plan excursions and research port details
✓Confirm babysitter, pet care, and house watcher arrangements

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing how much to spend onboard — Start working on your budget and look for upcoming videos on the topic
Overpacking — Pack light, especially if you have laundry service or can pay for it
Forgetting important documents — Locate passport, birth certificate, driver's license, and vaccination card now and make copies

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should I do a month before cruising?
QHow can I prepare financially for a cruise?
QWhat documents do I need for a cruise?
QHow should I plan excursions and port activities?
QWhat are the best tips for packing for a cruise?

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