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5 Things the Cruise Lines Don’t Want You to Know

Jayson Judson
Jayson Judson
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👁️ 129K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 0:58

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides five specific tips intended to help cruise passengers maximize their value and flexibility while on vacation. The first point addresses the beverage package, noting that the cost and specific rules, such as the requirement for everyone in a cabin to purchase one, may result in poor value for some travelers. Regarding the embarkation process, the creator observes that boarding times are becoming less strictly enforced by staff. In terms of dining, the video suggests that passengers can often order multiple appetizers and entrees in the main dining room, though certain restrictions may apply. The fourth tip focuses on financial savings regarding excursions, advising travelers to monitor deals on holidays for lines like Royal Caribbean and Celebrity. Finally, the creator recommends against waiting for massive sales to book a cruise. Instead, the advice is to secure a deal that fits personal needs and rely on price adjustments if the cost decreases later.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

What This Creator Said
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AlaskaVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

very few people get the True Value out of the beverage package when you consider the price and the rules

your boarding time seems to have less and less meaning many of the staff don't even check your boarding time

you can order more than one entree and appetizer in the main dining room

we just saved $150 on two excursions on our Alaskan cruise

Creator's Tips & Advice

Rebook for a better price on the extras with Royal Caribbean and celebrity
Watch the deals on holidays
Find a deal that works for you and if the price goes down you can always get an adjustment

Questions This Creator Answers

QDo you order more than one entree in the main dining room?

Topics Covered

Drink Package1½ Sad BaconBooking Process2 Happy BaconValue Pricing1 Happy BaconDining Main2 Happy BaconExcursions2½ Happy Bacon

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Alaska2½ Happy Bacon
Top: excursions
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