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5 Things They Don’t Tell You About Cruising 🚢 (But You’ll Wish You Knew)

The Adventure Buddies
The Adventure Buddies
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👁️ 1K views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 1:33
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Creator's Key Takeaways

your cabin walls, they're all magnetic. So, make sure you pack hooks or clips that can actually hang up through magnets so you can hang up your swimsuits, your lanyards, and your sanity cuz cabins are pretty small.

cruises are not all-incclusive. So, yes, your meals are covered, but you have to get the drink package, the Wi-Fi, the excursions, arcade games, and that $7 Starbucks latte.

that giant ship, well, it maybe only have two, maybe three pools, and it might not even be heated. Plus, those are going to be full by 10:00 a.m.

from the buffet, the pizza, the soft serve ice cream, the room serves, then dinner, then second dinner, etc., and all the dessert.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Pack hooks or clips for magnetic cabin walls.
Buy the Wi-Fi plan but expect spotty service unless upgraded to Starlink.
Go early to the pools to secure a good seat.
Enjoy the food but be mindful of weight gain.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cabin size and organizationUse magnetic hooks or clips to hang items and save space.
Internet connectivityBuy Wi-Fi plan but manage expectations; avoid heavy uploads.
Unexpected costsBudget for drink packages, excursions, and specialty items.
Pool availabilityArrive early to secure a seat at crowded pools.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are things not told about cruising before booking?
QHow can you prepare for a first cruise?

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