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Cruising Canucks
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👁️ 6K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 22:57
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we have been cruising for around 20 years now with 45 cruises under our belt

get to the cruise port early embarcation day is considered the first day of the cruise

order that first drink you're on vacation Splurge go get that first drink

check and see if there is lunchtime service in one of the main dining room sets included in your Voyage

Creator's Tips & Advice

Get to the cruise port early on embarkation day
Check as much luggage as you can with porters
Order your first drink as soon as you board
Check for lunchtime service in the main dining room
Bring a swimsuit in your carry-on
Drop off carry-on luggage in your cabin if possible

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing where to go or what to do on the first dayFollow the 15 tips provided in the video to have a smooth and enjoyable embarkation day
Luggage not being delivered to the cabin before dinnerBring an extra outfit in your carry-on for dinner

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should I do on the first day of a cruise?
QHow can I make the most of embarkation day?
QWhat are the best tips for new cruisers?

Topics Covered

Embarkation4 Happy BaconPool Deck4½ Happy BaconService Crew4 Happy BaconDining Main3½ Happy BaconDrink Package3 Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Find out the 15 most important tips for embarkation day on a cruise ship. After 45 cruises over 20 years on 7 different cruise lines, we've got a strategy that works for us. Maybe you already use some of these—and maybe there are a few you can steal. Remember, you pay for that first day on a cruise, so get the most out of it. Check out all our gear and toys at https://www.cruisingcanucks.ca/gear/ Subscribe to our monthly newsletter at https://www.cruisingcanucks.ca/emailist/ ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ Hi, we are Jill and Jerry, and we invite you to subscribe to our channel. We have cruised for 20 years now on seven different cruise lines, and we look forward to sharing our experiences with you. We will be posting Cruise VLOGS, videos that cover ship reviews, cabin tours, ship tours, and all of the fun in between! We hope you Subscribe for more cruise adventures!! Join our EMAIL list to get all the latest updates at https://cruisingcanucks.ck.page/dd2b4b8b3f Visit our WEBSITE: https://www.cruisingcanucks.ca Join us on Social Media at: Instagram: @cruising_canucks Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cruisingcanucks Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/TheCruisingCanucks/ We can be reached at: Shields Travel • P.O. Box 122 • Hilton Beach, ON, Canada P0R 1G0 jillandjerry@cruisingcanucks.ca