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6 Things You're Buying On A Cruise That Could Be FREE (Or Cheaper)

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Editorial Summary

The creator provides several strategies for cruise passengers to reduce unnecessary expenses while sailing, specifically focusing on Royal Caribbean. He suggests that travelers avoid booking official shore excursions for beach visits, as taxis or local transport are often more affordable and flexible. Regarding hydration, he notes that passengers can avoid buying expensive bottled water by using shipboard water refill stations, bringing reusable bottles, or utilizing the allowance of non-alcoholic beverages permitted during embarkation. The video also addresses beverage packages, advising that those who do not consume many drinks should pay individually or bring their own wine and soda to save money. For transportation, the creator recommends using rideshare services like Uber or Lyft instead of cruise line airport transfers to gain more control over scheduling and costs. Additionally, he highlights a free continental breakfast option available through room service to avoid delivery fees. Finally, for larger families, he suggests booking two connecting cabins rather than a single expensive suite to save money and provide more bathrooms. The creator concludes by encouraging viewers to share their own money saving hacks in the comments.

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Creator's Key Takeaways

There's nothing wrong with spending extra for things on your cruise, but you shouldn't waste your money on things that could be free or cheaper if only you knew the trick.

Hey everyone, it's Matt from RoyalCoreblog.com. I love saving money on a cruise and I love even more sharing with all of you these tips and tricks.

You absolutely do not need to book a shore excursion through Royal Caribbean to get there because you're going to overpay for this.

The water that comes out of the tap is extremely clean. Every cruise ship uses reverse osmosis to clean and sanitize if it's water.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Research and book shore excursions independently instead of through the cruise line to save money.
βœ“Use tap water or refill stations instead of buying bottled water on the ship.
βœ“Consider paying for drinks individually instead of buying a drink package if you don't drink much.
βœ“Book two connecting cabins instead of a suite for families to save money and have more space.

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Need to book shore excursions through the cruise line to get to beaches. β€” Research and book independently using taxis or ride-sharing services.
Assuming tap water is not safe to drink on a cruise ship. β€” Tap water is safe; use refill stations or bring a reusable bottle.
Thinking drink packages are necessary for families, especially kids. β€” Pay for drinks individually or bring your own wine and soda.
Defaulting to a suite for families of four or five. β€” Book two connecting cabins instead to save money and have more bathrooms.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are some things you might be buying on a cruise that could be free or cheaper?
QHow can I save money on shore excursions?
QDo I really need to buy bottled water on a cruise?
QAre drink packages worth it for families?
QWhat are cheaper alternatives to cruise line airport transfers?

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