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Cruises Vs Resorts ARE CRUISES BETTER? What you need to know from a travel expert.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

cruise is much better and that's one of the qualifying questions we ask people

all inclusive better on that one you have a large room the all-inclusives too their rooms are larger

I really think the crew food is lit you have other dining usually on the cruise you have the main area where you eat

use your travel agent because we really do have the expertise we can find the right fit for you

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Use a travel agent to help choose between cruise and resort
โœ“Consider early January through mid-February for best deals

๐Ÿ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Crowding on cruise ships โ€” Crowding isn't a problem nowadays; cruise lines handle it well with designated areas for kids and activities.

Questions This Creator Answers

QShould I go on a cruise or to a resort?
QWhat are the main advantages of a cruise versus a resort?
QHow does entertainment compare between cruises and resorts?

Topics Covered

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YouTube Video Descriptionโ†“

Cruises vs Resorts: How to Choose the Perfect Vacation Experience! ๐Ÿšข๐ŸŒด In today's video, we bring you an exclusive interview with travel expert Vickie Grysen with Cruise and Travel Experts to help you decide the ultimate holiday dilemma: cruises vs. resorts! If you're struggling to choose between the two, this insightful conversation will provide you with all the information you need to make the best decision for your next vacation. ๐ŸŒŠ๐ŸŒž From the entertainment, dining, accommodations to the best time of year to get the best deals on a cruise or all inclusive vacation. Vickie has great tips and advice for those folks trying to decide which vacation suits them best and weighs in on two age old questions. Is a cruise cheaper than an all inclusive resort and is a cruise or all inclusive resort better? The answer is it depends... Contact Real Travel Experts: questions@realtravelexperts.com https://realtravelexperts.com/ https://www.facebook.com/RealTravelExperts/ https://www.instagram.com/realtravelexperts/ Contact Vickie: vgrysen@cruiseandtravelexperts.com Website: https://cruiseandtravelexperts.com/ Phone: 616-942-2862 Image & Video Credits: Images & Video clips courtesy of Royal Caribbean International, Celebrity Cruises and Sandals Resorts RTE Travel Talk does not endorse any of their guests' products or services. The opinions of the guests may or may not reflect those of the host and RTE Travel Talk. 00:00 Introducing Today's Topic 00:13 Special Guest, Vickie Grysen 01:57 Demographics of each choice 02:22 How does cost enter into the equation? 03:04 Advantages of a cruise in the Caribbean 03:47 Advantages of choosing a resort 04:42 Entertainment Differences 05:23 Accomodation Differences 06:31 Dining Comparison 07:46 Why you should consult your travel advisor 08:22 Does weather factor into the decision? 09:16 Best time for deals 10:24 How far in advance should you book? 10:55 Cruise ship crowding - true or false? 11:35 Personal safety 11:59 What factors are taken into account to choose between the 2 vacation types? 13:02 How to contact Vickie 13:35 Has Vickie any travel plans?