7 Major Cruise Changes in 2025 (What To Expect on Your Next Cruise)
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New cruising changes could cost you hundreds of dollars if you don't know.
The first cruise I went on was on Carnival and I was 21 years old. can't do that anymore with the Carnival New Age requirement of 25 in order to book a cruise.
Cruise lines have been slowly narrowing the scope of their drink package and putting limits on daily number of drinks.
Cruise lines are cracking down on this and there's been several reports just this year where passengers have been fined for smoking.
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New cruising changes could cost you hundreds of dollars. From new age restrictions to drink limits, to never-seen-before government restrictions, every cruiser MUST know these 7 major changes before their next cruise. These policy changes are already affecting cruisers in 2025. Whether you're sailing Carnival, Royal Caribbean, MSC, or Norwegian, you need to know what's changed before you book your next cruise. 🌴 Plan Your Cruise Like a Pro: 🧭 Book with My Recommended Cruise Travel Agent ➡️ https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101449107-11926423 🛳️ Shore Excursions Cheaper and Better with Viator ➡️ http://vi.me/xqeDJ 🛳️ Shore Excursions Group GUARANTEES You Won't Miss Your Ship ➡️ http://www.shoreexcursionsgroup.com/?id=1806165&data=garynancyward@gmail.com 🛡️ Travel Insurance I Personally Recommend ➡️ https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101449107-11454010 ⚠️ These are affiliate links, which help support the channel at no extra cost to you. I only recommend what I’ve used or truly believe in! 👍 SUBSCRIBE for weekly cruise vlogs, tips, secrets, savings, and reviews from our cruising family. 🎥 Watch more videos from @OptimalCruising — we’re here to help you cruise smarter, save money, and have more fun at sea! ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:38 - Age Requirement 01:37 - Prohibited Items 04:11 - Daily Drink Limits 05:55 - Open Container Policy Change 07:39 - Balcony Restrictions 08:45 - Cruise Port Changes 12:52 - New Government Regulations 🔍 Hashtags: #cruisetips #cruise2025 #cruisenews #cruisechanges #carnivalcruise #royalcaribbean #msccruise #norwegiancruise #cruisehacks #cruising 🎶 Music Credit: Music by Gary Ward @GaryWardMusic 📢 Disclosure: Some of the links above are affiliate links. If you click and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you. Thanks for supporting the channel!