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5 Cruise Ship SECRETS, TRICKS & HACKS given by Employee!

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πŸ‘οΈ 38K viewsπŸ“… 7 years ago⏱️ 8:50

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In this video, former cruise ship entertainer Justin shares five industry secrets and one bonus tip based on his experience working aboard vessels. He begins by explaining that most modern cruise ships contain a morgue, typically located near the medical center to ensure discreet transport of deceased passengers. Regarding excursions, he suggests that travelers can save money by booking directly with locals in port rather than through expensive third party companies offered by the cruise line. To receive better service or potential discounts on drinks, he advises guests to be respectful and tip the crew members, many of whom come from developing countries. Justin also reveals that ships maintain a jail cell, known as a brig, to hold individuals involved in crimes such as theft or assault until the ship reaches port. He warns viewers about casino odds in international waters, noting that games like blackjack often feature less favorable payouts for players. Finally, he concludes with a bonus tip suggesting that booking cruises after the summer season or at the beginning of the year can result in significantly lower prices and less crowding.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

most modern-day cruise ships have a morgue as a matter of fact the morgue is often hidden in plain sight somewhere near the Medical Center

if you want to better do all you simply have to do is get off of the ship when you're in port and go talk to some of the locals they offer the exact same excursions at a fraction of the price

the trick to getting free drinks and discounts is to simply be respectful to the crew the employees on the ship and this definitely tipped

in blackjack the game out there page six to five instead of three to two so that means that you're getting six dollars for every five dollars instead of the seven point five

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Get off the ship in port and talk to locals for cheaper excursions
βœ“Be respectful and tip the crew to potentially get free drinks or discounts
βœ“Book a cruise after summer or at the beginning of the year for cheaper prices

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Safety on excursions β€” You are perfectly safe as long as you get an excursion somewhere around the port and check return times
Crime on cruise ships β€” Be aware that theft, assault, and other crimes can happen, but there are jail cells to handle offenders

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are some secrets of the cruise ship industry?
QHow can I save money on excursions?
QHow can I get free drinks or discounts on a cruise?

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