7 Places You HAVE to Splurge on a Cruise... and 4 to Save Your Money
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Tanner from Cruisley.com provides advice on where cruise passengers should allocate their budget and where they can save money based on his extensive experience. He suggests splurging on high-tier Wi-Fi for those who need connectivity and considers all-inclusive packages that bundle amenities like drinks and gratuities. He recommends investing in shore excursions to create lasting memories and suggests upgrading to a balcony cabin for cruises lasting five days or longer to enjoy more downtime. Additionally, he advises spending money on specialty restaurants to avoid the monotony of buffet dining and purchasing spa thermal passes for access to amenities like saunas and whirlpools. Conversely, he advises against spending extra on private island cabanas, casino games, or Carnival's Faster to the Fun service. He also notes that passengers can save money by choosing premium menu items in the main dining room rather than paying for dedicated steakhouses. Ultimately, the creator emphasizes that while some luxuries are worth the cost, others offer little value relative to their price.
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I spent literally tens of thousands of dollars across dozens of cruises over the years
there are some things that you need to splurge on during your trip to have the best time possible
I just spent 85 bucks for a 4day cruise and I'm still not over that
I found that well after the cruise the day-to-day of the trip it can fade a bit but these shore excursions stand out as some of the sharpest memories that I have
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