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25 money saving tips for your next cruise

Don's Family Vacations
Don's Family Vacations
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πŸ‘οΈ 184K viewsπŸ“… 8 years ago⏱️ 16:39

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides twenty-five distinct strategies designed to help travelers reduce expenses during their next cruise vacation. The advice spans various aspects of the cruise experience, including pre-trip planning, onboard consumption, and shore excursions. Key recommendations include booking specialty dining on embarkation day to secure deals, utilizing the daily newsletter for spa and activity discounts, and opting for self-guided walking tours instead of expensive organized excursions. The creator also warns against common financial pitfalls, such as using ship-to-shore phones, forgetting to enable airplane mode, and falling for onboard sales pitches. Additional tips cover managing gratuities, understanding beverage package timing, and utilizing onboard credits effectively. For shore activities, the creator suggests eating meals on the ship rather than in port to save money. The video concludes by emphasizing that these savings can be achieved easily without compromising the enjoyment of the vacation, provided travelers remain aware of potential traps and hidden costs.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

the daily newsletter that's delivered to your cabin every day has tons and loads of specials in them

the best day to book a specialty dining reservation is on embarkation Day

put your your cell phone on airplane mode so you don't end up with a ridiculously high cell phone bill

set yourself a limit and if you lose that money know your limit

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Check the daily newsletter for specials and sales
βœ“Book specialty dining on embarkation day for deals
βœ“Use onboard credit for gratuities to ensure it's used
βœ“Book travel insurance through a third party for lower cost

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

High cell phone bills from roaming charges β€” Put your phone on airplane mode to avoid charges
Overspending on souvenirs near the port β€” Buy souvenirs away from the port area for better prices

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow can I save money on my next cruise?
QWhat are the best ways to avoid extra costs on a cruise?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

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Top: Walking tours ($59 to $100 per person)
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