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First-Time Cruise MUST-KNOWS! 10 MORE Tips for Smooth Sailing (2024)

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👁️ 208 views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 7:14
What This Creator Said
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we always bring at least $10 to $20 a day to share the love with our favorite waiters and bartenders

arriving the night before gives you more flexibility

I recommend putting your phone on manual adjusting so turn off all those settings that adjust the time based on your location

just take the safe way out get the passport

Creator's Tips & Advice

Bring extra cash to tip matre d' and favorite bartenders
Arrive at the port the night before departure
Set phone to manual time adjustment to match ship time
Bring a passport book even if not required
Compare pre-cruise hotel package costs with booking separately

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Tipping expectationsBring extra cash to tip specific staff beyond included service charges
Arrival timingArrive the night before to account for delays and board early
Passport requirementsBring a passport book even if not strictly required for safety

Questions This Creator Answers

QDo I need to tip on a cruise?
QWhy should I arrive the night before?
QHow do time zones affect cruise ship time?
QShould I bring a passport even if not required?
QIs the pre-cruise hotel package from the cruise line worth it?

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