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How To Save Money On A Cruise Ship

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👁️ 15 views📅 5 years ago⏱️ 1:05:04
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Creator's Key Takeaways

the cruise lines make it so easy for example i have someone that booked an alaskan cruise um seven months ago for 2021 september okay well they just had to pay the deposit which there was a deal going on and there was three of them but the kid was free so it ended up being a hundred dollars

you can pay gradually and then when 90 days comes well it used to be 120 you had to pay in full at 120 days on norwegian and now they've moved it to 90 days so you you can pay every month at your own speed to pay off this cruise

the cheap cruise is just the starting point i mean these factors are still um would still apply even if you're on a you know a seabourn you know ship where you start at three well maybe that's a little bit different but anyhow

i always recommend seeing an agent um and another thing that um there was another thing i was going to talk about that james had just mentioned but now i forgot about it

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Book shorter sailings on older ships to reduce base fare costs.
✓Consider driving to the port instead of flying to save on airfare and baggage fees.
✓Use gift cards or credit card points to save on cruise costs, but be organized to avoid losing them.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing what onboard costs extra — Research the specific ship's offerings and make a list of potential extra costs like Wi-Fi, drinks, and specialty dining.
Budgeting for hidden fees like port charges — Factor in port fees and taxes, which can add significantly to the base fare, especially on cheap cruises.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow can I afford a cruise vacation?
QWhat are the hidden costs on a cruise ship?
QHow should I budget for excursions and onboard expenses?
QWhat are the best ways to save money on cruise bookings?

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Join us for a live discussion with Heather from FlowVoyages.com, Cruise Industry Expert Ashley K, and James from CruiseWestCoast.com as we talk about ways that people can save for a cruise vacation as well as save money on excursions, on-ship expenses and more.