Port Miami Secrets: Save Big, Stay Smart & Cruise in Style
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I'm Melissa, a university professor who loves to cruise and who loves to talk ship.
Port Miami is massive. It's absolutely huge. It covers more than 500 acres and welcomes millions of passengers each year.
I always check flights to and from both MIA, which is Miami International Airport, and Fort Lauderdale, which is LL airport, because the two just sit about 26 miles away.
My preferred recommended way of getting around in Port Miami if you're taking a cruise out of there is to book a private driver.
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Think Port Miami is all parties and chaos? Think again. Melissa shares smart, budget-friendly tips to help you cruise out of Miami like a pro. Learn how to score cheaper flights, skip overpriced transfers, pick the right hotel (including the only one with a free cruise shuttle), and make the most of your pre- or post-cruise time. Whether you're flying, driving, or cruising with a crowd, these tips will save you time, money, and stress without skimping on fun. **Looking for a Private Driver?** https://www.profmelissa.com/drivers **Reusable plastic cruise luggage tags** https://www.amazon.com/shop/dr_melissa_newman/photo/amzn1.shoppablemedia.v1.caf46ae9-fafe-4f76-bd1a-d4d52bd87015?ref_=aip_sf_photo_spv_s_ofs_mixed_d&ccs_id=2c0e2aa6-597b-4620-943e-9568570805bb **Miami Cruise Port Guide** https://www.profmelissa.com/blog/miami **Best credit card for cruisers** https://www.capitalone.com/credit-cards/lp/referrals/?referralCode=9W5Y0T8W&customerName=Kelley&programCode=3014&pId=923812&oC=COFR58RSsw **CHAPTERS** (0:30) How can flying into Fort Lauderdale save you big? (1:50) What’s the trick to getting a bougie beach day on a budget? (3:10) Which airport is best: MIA, FLL, or even MCO? (5:10) Cruise shuttle, Uber, or private driver, what’s the smartest move? (7:10) Who’s Hector and why do cruisers love him? (9:52) Which hotel actually gives a free shuttle to the port? (11:16) Where should you stay in Miami before your cruise? (15:20) What’s a “day room” and why should you book one? (17:31) What are your best parking options at Port Miami? (20:25) What can you do with your luggage after your cruise? (24:10) What are the top things to do (and eat) near Port Miami? ----------------------------------------------- PODCAST Want this video in audio form? Stream my podcast: Spotify: https://profmel.com/spotify Apple: https://profmel.com/apple ----------------------------------------------- LINKS 🛳️ Get my Travel Insurance Guide for Cruisers: https://profmel.com/insurance 🛳️ Shop my favorite cruise outfits and essentials: https://profmel.com/shop 🛳️ Want to become a travel agent? https://www.profmelissa.com/travelagent 🛳️ Get my top recommended travel card: http://www.profmel.com/card 🛳️ Want to book a cruise or take a cruise with me? https://profmel.com/book 🛳️ Grab my FREE Cruise Packing List & Planner: https://profmel.com/subscribe 🛳️ Want to book my favorite private drivers? http://www.profmel.com/drivers ------------------------------------------------- CONNECT WITH ME TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@professormelissa Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ProfMelissaCruises/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/professormelissa ------------------------------------------------- Please note that sometimes, my posts contain affiliate links. This means I may receive a commission through purchases, but this does not affect you as a consumer or cost you more in any way. I appreciate your use of my links, as this helps support my channel. ♥️