10 things to AVOID if you want a cheap cruise

Name: 10 things to AVOID if you want a cheap cruise
Uploaded: 2024-07-12T00:00:00+00:00
Duration: 8 min 45 s
Channel: Cruise Blog

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Creator's Key Takeaways

avoid these 10 things to cruise for as little as possible

booking an interior cabin is one of the easiest ways to save money on your cruise vacation

the shorter the cruise the less you'll pay in gratuities

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Avoid new cruise ships to save money

✓Skip drink packages unless you consume many cocktails daily

✓Book shore excursions through third parties instead of the cruise line

✓Choose an interior cabin over a balcony to reduce costs

✓Avoid spa treatments on board and schedule them before or after the cruise

✓Sail during off-peak seasons to avoid higher prices

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

High cost of new cruise ships — Opt for older ships to stretch your vacation budget

Expensive drink packages — Set a budget for drinks and look for daily specials

Costly shore excursions — Browse third-party tours or plan your own day in port

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow can I book a cheap cruise?

QWhat should I avoid to keep cruise costs low?

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If you're smart and play your cards right, booking a cruise doesn't have to be expensive. Rather than daydream about taking a cruise you think you cannot afford, avoid these 10 things to cruise for as little as possible. Learn more about cruising: https://cruise.blog/ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thecruiseblog Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mycruiseblog/ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cruise.blog