12 MORE Cruise Rip-Offs You Should NEVER Pay for in 2026

Editorial Summary

The creator provides a guide to various onboard expenses that she considers unnecessary or poor value for cruise passengers. She begins by advising against paying for priority boarding, suggesting that travelers instead focus on early online check-in to secure better embarkation times. Regarding spa services, she recommends purchasing single day thermal passes rather than expensive weekly packages. The video also addresses art auctions, noting that while they can be enjoyable, the items may not hold significant value. For dining, she suggests avoiding paid room service when free continental options are available and warns against specialty restaurant upcharges for specific menu items like lobster or steak. The creator also discusses the high cost of shore excursions, recommending independent providers for better pricing and smaller group sizes. Other topics include the high cost of per-item laundry services, the necessity of calculating the math on drink packages, and the importance of bringing basic necessities from home to avoid inflated gift shop prices. Finally, she addresses the solo cruise supplement, suggesting that solo travelers look for specific studio cabins or luxury lines to mitigate extra costs.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.