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What SMART Princess Passengers ALWAYS do BEFORE cruising! PART 1

Tidal Horizons - Cruise & Travel
Tidal Horizons - Cruise & Travel
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👁️ 11K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 9:25
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I cruise with Princess a lot and talk to some very experienced Cruisers when I do we all seem to have things in common

first go for the balcony cabin if it's in your budget rather than an inside or an outside cabin fresh air Sunshine sunsets while at Sea are all part of the cruise experience

try and find a good travel agent who specializes in cruises there are many agencies who specialize is generally in their name they are small businesses who you can build a relationship ship with

smart princess passengers know that making reservations as soon as possible for specialty dining and traditional fix time dining is very important

Creator's Tips & Advice

Choose a balcony cabin if possible for fresh air and private relaxation space.
Select a cabin location near the middle of the ship to minimize wave motion and avoid noise from theaters, discos, or laundry facilities.
Find a cruise-specialized travel agent who has completed Princess training for access to exclusive rates and support.
Review Princess Plus or Premier packages to cover drinks, gratuities, and Wi-Fi, and decide if they fit your habits.
Book specialty dining and traditional dining reservations as soon as your booking is eligible.
Purchase travel insurance or check Princess protection plans for trip cancellation and medical coverage.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Choosing the right cabinGo for a balcony cabin if possible, consider location near the middle of the ship, and avoid guaranteed cabins.
Managing onboard expensesReview Princess Plus or Premier packages to cover drinks, gratuities, and Wi-Fi, and decide based on your habits.
Missing the shipArrive at the departure port a day early and choose shore excursions with a guaranteed return to ship.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat do smart Princess passengers always do before cruising?
QHow can you choose the best cabin on a Princess cruise?
QWhy should you use a travel agent for Princess cruises?
QWhat are the benefits of Princess Plus or Premier packages?
QHow can you reduce risks and avoid surprises on your cruise vacation?

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Part 1 - There are things that I have seen people I consider to be smart cruisers do every time they go on a Princess cruise to ensure an unforgettable cruising vacation. I put these smart cruise tips and tricks to the test every time I cruise to see how they fare and stack up. Learn more about the latest cruise news and strategies for Sun and Star Princess with Princess Plus and Princess Premium, the changes coming to the Sanctuary Collection and how those changes will affect your cruise in 2025 and beyond. #CruiseTipsAndTricks #CruiseTips #CruisingTips PART 2 What SMART Princess Cruisers do on Embarkation Day! - https://youtu.be/uQ7sFVcAjgM PART 3: What SMART Princess Cruisers do on SEA Days!: https://youtu.be/gxhKQ8tnu50 PART 4: What SMART Princess Cruisers do on PORT Days!: https://youtu.be/IWOhLJoCeHQ Princess Plus & Princess Premium Video: https://youtu.be/gf6J9atoJrc Princess Spend Less Video: https://youtu.be/vXQp3NU42uM Princess Traps to Avoid in 2025: https://youtu.be/7RZdpr-b6t0 Princess Changes in 2025 that Everyone should know: https://youtu.be/l2P6ydwoXnA ---- CHANNEL & CONTACT INFORMATION ---- ** Please note unless otherwise noted, my videos are not sponsored either by the brands depicted or by other brands unrelated to the video. ** "Tidal Horizons - Cruise & Travel" is for informational and entertainment purposes. If you are located in Canada or the United States and would like travel planning assistance, please contact me using this form: http://contact.tidalhorizons.com For Excursion planning, use our affiliate link for Shore Excursions Group, experts in cruise excursion planning. http://excursions.tidalhorizons.com Thank you for supporting the channel! ------------------------------------- Travel Related Business Inquiries and/or media: Please contact Andrew at andrew@tidalhorizons.com ------------------------------------- Note: While I'm happy to try and answer specific questions in the comment sections, I cannot help with travel planning through this channel. ------------------------------------- BIOGRAPHY My name is Andrew I live in Ontario, Canada with my wife and four boys. I have been an avid traveller all my life, something that we have instilled in our kids. In addition to my channel, I am a working travel consultant with one of the largest providers of cruise travel in North America. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 0:38 Cabin Selection 2:41 Travel Agents & Advisors 4:13 Budget and Spend Wisely 5:42 Reserve Everything Early 6:52 Risk Avoidance The 7 Things Smart Cruise Passengers ALWAYS Do Tips for Travellers Princess Cruises Tips and Tricks for Beginners Cruising with Kristie Planning & Preparing for a Princess Cruise – Tips & Ideas for 2024 Princess Cruise Secrets - You Need To Know Before Cruising The 25 Princess Cruises Tips and Tricks You Need to Know for 2023! Eat Sleep Cruise Princess Cruises *NEW* Tips, Tricks and Insider Secrets!! (2023) Life Well Cruised