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8 Things You NEED to Do Before Your Cruise

Rekyiah Clifton
Casual
👁️ 294 views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 7:01
What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsTips & AdviceCasual Creator
First-Time Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I came back to a $400 International fee from my phone company even though my data didn't work

I currently am 12 days away from the celebrity reflection and absolutely absolutely excited this will be my first Celebrity Cruise

make sure that you understand Wi-Fi and connectivity at C that means when you get to the cruise port cellular data goes off

Creator's Tips & Advice

Arrive at least one to two days before your cruise to secure lodging and transportation
Check your cruise line's list of allowed and prohibited items before packing
Complete online check-in and print boarding documents well before your cruise's sail day
Download the cruise line's app for itinerary, excursions, messaging, and ship time
Research your itinerary and book short excursions after reviewing them on social media
Notify your bank of your travel plans to avoid account lockouts

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Missing the cruise due to travel delaysPlan to arrive at least one to two days before your cruise and secure lodging near the port
Packing prohibited itemsCheck your cruise line's list of allowed and prohibited items before packing
Account lockouts during travelNotify your bank of your travel plans, including destinations and dates
Unexpected phone fees abroadTurn off cellular data and understand Wi-Fi options to avoid international fees

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the essential things to do before a cruise?
QHow can I avoid common mistakes when preparing for a cruise?

Topics Covered

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YouTube Video Description

Getting ready for a cruise? Don't go unprepared! Here are 8 things that you need to do BEFORE YOUR CRUISE! 🛳️ Everything from booking your lodging and transportation to smart packing advice. Plus, make sure you watch until the end for a HUGE money-saving tip! Can you count how many of these tips I learned the hard way?? 😅😅 Cruising is a different experience than other types of vacations and I am here to make sure that you’re prepared to embark on your journey with confidence! FYI-- Mama Rekyiah said to make sure you pack some drawlss in your carry on! 🤣🤣 What other ways do you prepare for an upcoming cruise? What questions do you need answered if this is your first time cruising? Leave your response in the comments for me! If you found this video helpful, please subscribe! Plus, meet me over on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/travelwithrekyiah?igsh=dWYzNm0wYmloODc2&utm_source=qr Amazon Cruise Essentials: https://www.amazon.com/shop/travelwithrekyiah/list/1BWMHRTOAWGXE?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_aipsflist_aipsftravelwithrekyiah_0MAYK9ANF3KS1M6CWAEW&language=en_US