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10 Cruise GOUGES & RIP-OFFS to Absolutely Avoid (If You Can)

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👁️ 61K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 12:40
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Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

the suite is nearly $1,800 per person or more than $900 more per person over the interior cabin price

this was the definition of a tourist trap

you're still getting gouged with these set prices now it's just all out in the open

I spent more on the internet for a few days aboard a ship than I do for an entire month at home

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Avoid booking suites on short cruises as you barely use the room
✓Check reviews before booking excursions to avoid tourist traps
✓Bring your own wine and non-alcoholic drinks to save money
✓Use ride-sharing services instead of cruise line shuttles for better value
✓Buy AARP discounted gift cards for 8-10% off cruise purchases

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Overpaying for suites on short cruises — Only book suites if priced only a little higher than standard rooms
Falling for tourist trap excursions — Always check reviews and research excursions before booking

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are common cruise gouges to avoid?
QHow can passengers save money on cruises?
QWhy are some cruise expenses considered bad deals?

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YouTube Video Description↓

It's vacation, so you expect to pay more, but there are some things during your cruise that frankly can just be a bad deal. From easy ways to save money that most passengers skip to paying for a fancy room you don't use to even having to tip when you're not served by a person... after years of cruises, here's some gouges I think you should avoid. Learn more about saving 10% off cruises with AARP discounted cards: https://www.cruzely.com/everything-about-buying-discount-cruise-gift-cards-via-aarp-carnival-royal-caribbean-more/ Like this video? Subscribe as Cruzely is on track to hit 100K subs! Also, leave a comment on what you think is a gouge in cruising.