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What to Know Before You Sail | For First-Time Cruisers and For Pros!

Rekyiah Clifton
Rekyiah Clifton
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👁️ 132 views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 8:22
What This Creator Said
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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

make sure that you are being bringing a reusable water bottle and that you are hydrating regularly

once you get on the ship that day that you get on the ship make sure you go ahead and you figure out the layout of the ship

Carnival sailaway party is unmatched based off of all the cruise lines I've been on

drink packages are not always worth it so you need to know yourself and know how much you are expecting to drink

Creator's Tips & Advice

Bring a reusable straw and water bottle
Figure out the ship layout on the first day
Be respectful of neighbors on balconies
Attend the sailaway party
Do not throw anything overboard
Use magnetic hooks to organize your cabin

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing ship layoutFigure out the layout on the first day to save time and avoid missing spots
Hydration with alcohol available everywhereBring a reusable water bottle and hydrate regularly
Missing events due to many activitiesUse the vacation planner app to set notifications for events

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should I know before my first cruise?
QHow can I make my cruise experience smoother?
QAre drink packages worth it?
QWhat are some tips for new cruisers?

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Hey y’all, it’s Travel With Rekyiah! Whether this is your first cruise or you’ve been cruising for years, I’ve got some essential tips to make your trip as smooth and enjoyable as possible. From dining secrets to onboard protocols, this video is packed with helpful info to help you get the most of your cruise experience! 💬 Got cruise questions or tips to share? Drop them in the comments! Don’t Miss Out on More Travel & Cruise Tips: ✅ Subscribe for insider tricks, destination advice, and all the tools you need to plan your next adventure. ✅ Hit the like button if you found this video helpful—it really supports the channel and helps me to continue posting the content that I love! ✅ Stick around for more videos on cruising, travel tips, and destination guides to help you travel smarter. As always, feel free to leave video suggestions down in the comments. I really care about what you guys would like to see! Make sure to follow us on Instagram! https://www.instagram.com/travelwithrekyiah?igsh=dWYzNm0wYmloODc2&utm_source=qr