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We Explore Hidden Costs on Budget Cruises You Didn’t See Coming

Addy and Terry
Addy and Terry
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👁️ 3K views📅 9 months ago⏱️ 7:49
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What This Creator Said
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Veteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

We spent almost $700 on top of the cruise fair.

The kicker, even the chair's drink package is $82.54 a day after service charges being included.

We once did a Jeep tour with a beach day in Cosmo. Absolutely loved it. Highly recommend.

Your cruise can be affordable, but only if you know the full picture.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Use Carnival gift cards from Sam's Club or Costco for 5-10% off.
✓Bring your own wine; each adult can bring a 750ml bottle at embarkation.
✓Book specialty dining pre-cruise for 10-25% discounts.
✓Bring your own snacks and restock in port.
✓Budget by category and preset limits for drinks, souvenirs, and excursions.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Unexpected charges on the final bill — Know all hidden expenses like gratuities, dining, drinks, Wi-Fi, excursions, photos, and souvenirs.
High cost of specialty dining — Book pre-cruise for discounts and consider bringing your own wine.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the hidden costs on budget cruises?
QHow can I save money on a cruise without sacrificing fun?
QWhat cruise charges catch people off guard?

Topics Covered

Value Pricing2 Sad BaconDining Specialty½ Happy BaconDrink Package1½ Sad BaconWifi Connectivity1½ Sad BaconExcursions3½ Happy BaconEmbarkation½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Cosmo3½ Happy Bacon
Top: Jeep tour with a beach day ($139)
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