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Cruise Critic: 10 Things to Do When Your Cruise Cabin is Ready

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👁️ 810 views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 14:54
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I am an advocate of unpacking now as you collect dirty clothes

put your phone on airplane mode now that is a really really good one

get your cabin bearings this is important one we usually do this right away

Creator's Tips & Advice

Unpack your bags and put away your clothes as soon as you can
Find out where your muster station is and complete the safety drill
Put your phone on airplane mode to avoid roaming charges
Activate your Wi-Fi package if you purchased one
Meet your cabin steward and communicate your preferences
Peruse the daily planner every day to plan activities

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cabin may not be ready when you boardGo eat at the Lido, look around the ship, or wait until average ready time of 1:30 PM
Luggage may not be in your room immediatelyUnpack later in the afternoon before dinner if needed
Wi-Fi activation issuesPut phone on airplane mode and activate Wi-Fi package, especially if using ship's app

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the 10 things to do when your cruise cabin is ready?
QHow can new cruisers prepare for their first day on the ship?

Topics Covered

Cabin Interior2½ Happy BaconService Crew3 Happy BaconShip Condition1½ Happy BaconSafety Medical1½ Happy BaconWifi Connectivity2 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Another critique of Cruise Crits top 10 list. This is a good one and might be very helpful for those who are new to cruising!