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5 Costly lessons learned on a cruise (and how to avoid them!)

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👁️ 139K views📅 5 years ago⏱️ 7:32
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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

leaving your cell phone on one of the most common mistakes guests still make today is leaving their cell phone antenna on while on a cruise

booking non-refundable careers fair is a mistake waiting to happen so instead you should be booking a refundable cruise fare

waiting to buy those add-ons on the ship if you wait to purchase drink packages shore excursions restaurant reservations or spa appointments onboard a royal bank cruise ship you're wasting money

not bringing your own wine on board do you love wine me too so if you're not bringing two bottles of wine on board your cruise you're either missing out by not drinking or overpaying for wine

Creator's Tips & Advice

Put your phone in airplane mode to avoid roaming charges
Book refundable cruise fare for flexibility
Bring two bottles of wine on board to save money
Avoid art auctions or be very cautious about bidding

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

wasting money on roaming chargesUse airplane mode on boarding day
booking non-refundable faresChoose refundable fares for flexibility
overpaying for add-onsPre-book items via cruise planner for discounts

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are common costly mistakes on cruises?
QHow can I avoid wasting money on a cruise?

Topics Covered

Booking Process1½ Sad BaconValue Pricing2 Sad BaconExcursions1½ Sad BaconDrink Package1½ Sad BaconDining Bars Drinks1½ Happy BaconWifi Connectivity2½ Sad Bacon
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