22 Hidden Costs that SHOCK First Time Cruisers
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The creator provides a comprehensive guide to the various additional expenses that travelers may encounter during a cruise. The video begins by addressing pre-cruise costs such as taxes, port fees, flights, parking, and transportation to the embarkation port. Once onboard, the creator highlights several common extra charges, including Wi-Fi packages, specialty dining, and various beverage costs like alcoholic drinks and specialty coffees. The discussion covers mandatory crew gratuities and additional service fees for spa treatments or individual drink orders. The creator also notes potential costs for room service, corkage fees for bringing personal wine, and tips for porters or tour guides. Other mentioned expenses include shore excursions, travel insurance, professional photography, laundry services, and specific onboard attractions like certain fitness classes or arcade games. The video concludes by suggesting that travelers research their specific ship and itinerary to budget effectively for these hidden costs.
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one of the worst things that can happen is not being prepared for some of the extra costs and fees that are not included on a cruise
the advertised price that you usually see does not include the taxes and the port fees
cruise ship Wi-Fi has gotten less expensive than it was in the past but it is not free the way it is usually at hotels
crew gratuities or service charges or crew appreciation fees now when you do go on a cruise the cruise line is going to automatically add an additional $ 16 to $2 per person per day
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