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4 Things You Should NEVER Buy From Your Cruise Line!

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πŸ‘οΈ 506K viewsπŸ“… 2 years ago⏱️ 12:24

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Editorial Summary

The creator advises cruise passengers to avoid booking certain services directly through cruise lines to save money and improve their travel experience. The first recommendation is to use travel agents instead of booking directly, as agents can offer better prices, specialized expertise, and personalized itinerary suggestions. The creator also suggests being cautious with cruise line flights and transfers, noting that independent options like direct flights or ride-sharing services often provide better routes and more flexibility, though cruise line transfers may be safer in unfamiliar ports. Regarding hotels, the creator recommends booking independently to secure better room allocations and earn loyalty points. A significant portion of the video focuses on travel insurance, where the creator argues that third-party providers are typically cheaper, offer higher medical coverage limits, and provide more comprehensive protection than cruise line policies. Finally, the creator warns against booking excursions through the cruise line, specifically mentioning that hop-on hop-off buses and popular local attractions are often significantly more expensive than booking directly with the provider or through independent excursion websites.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

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Slight Frown
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A Nibble

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What This Creator Said
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Creator's Key Takeaways

cruise lines never ever undercut travel agent prices because they are too important to their business

I wanted to cruise to Greenland and I was set on a Seaborn cruise that I'd seen now after talking to my travel agent about what I wanted to see do and experience she suggested a completely different option I had no idea existed and had not looked at

booking these with the cruise line may not always be the best idea I've often found for example that Cruise Line flights usually have way less appealing routings

travel insurance from thirdparty providers is cheaper than any Cruise Line quote and also has many more inclusions than Cruise Line Insurance

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Book through a travel agent for better prices and personalized service
βœ“Compare flight and transfer options independently rather than booking through the cruise line
βœ“Purchase travel insurance from third-party providers instead of the cruise line
βœ“Compare excursion prices with independent providers before booking through the cruise line

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Booking directly seems easier and more convenient β€” Use a travel agent who can package bookings and provide 24/7 support
Cruise line insurance might be sufficient β€” Check third-party insurance for better coverage and lower cost

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are the things you should never buy from your cruise line?
QWhy might booking through a travel agent be better than booking directly?
QWhat are the drawbacks of booking flights and transfers through the cruise line?
QWhy is third-party travel insurance better than cruise line insurance?
QHow can you save money on cruise excursions?

Topics Covered

Booking Process1Β½ Sad BaconExcursions2 Sad BaconValue Pricing1Β½ Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

BarcelonaΒ½ Happy Bacon
Top: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus ($70)
Cape Town1 Happy Bacon
ValparaisoΒ½ Sad Bacon
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