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18 current SCAMS that cruisers NEED to know!

Enjoy Life Traveling
Enjoy Life Traveling
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👁️ 5K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 34:09
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Creator's Key Takeaways

Those kind of things. Those are absolute scams. Stay away from them.

You should never have to pay a fee when you're booking a cruise.

This is definitely a scam. Uh, and we probably shouldn't have given her the five bucks.

I'm telling you, don't do it. I would tell you, first of all, don't even bother calling the number they gave you.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Avoid paying for cruise ducks or postage to strangers.
✓Never pay fees when booking a cruise; use reputable sources.
✓Ask tour operators beforehand where they will take you.
✓Hold your ground if someone demands money for photos.
✓Call your cruise line or travel agent if you receive suspicious calls about outstanding balances.
✓Check your onboard account daily for unauthorized charges.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Falling for online booking scams — Use reputable booking sites and never pay fees; verify legitimacy like a .gov site.
Being pressured into paying for unwanted services or items — Hold your ground, ask questions beforehand, and don't let vacation pressure lead to snap decisions.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are common cruise scams to watch out for?
QHow can I avoid being scammed while booking a cruise?
QWhat should I do if I receive a suspicious call about my cruise?
QHow can I protect myself from scams at cruise ports?

Topics Covered

Excursions2½ Sad BaconPort Destination2 Sad BaconService Crew1½ Sad BaconValue Pricing3 Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Bahamas1½ Sad Bacon
Cosml2 Sad Bacon
Top: Snorkeling
Port Canaveral1 Sad Bacon
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YouTube Video Description↓

Are you planning a cruise vacation? Don’t let scammers ruin your dream getaway! In this video, Enjoy Life Traveling exposes the most common cruise scams that unsuspecting travelers fall for—both onboard and in port. Whether you're cruising with Royal Caribbean, Carnival, Norwegian, or MSC, knowing these tips can save you money and stress.