7 Ways Cruise Lines Quietly Take More Money Out Of Your Wallet
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Cruise lines are very, very good at getting more money out of your wallet without you feeling it.
The cruise lines don't want you to think about those prices. They want to get you in the mode of just handing in your key card.
Casinos in general are designed to take our money. But what they're doing more and more these days... is moving toward a completely cashless transaction system.
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Cruise lines are in the business of delivering a great vacation — and quietly taking more money out of your wallet than you planned to spend. In this video, I break down 9 specific ways cruise lines are designed to increase your onboard spending. None of this is accidental. It's engineered. And once you see it, you can't unsee it. If you want to cruise smarter and protect your vacation budget, this is required watching before your next sailing. 💰 The Best Cruise DEALS You Can Book Right Now! Get your free copy here ➡️ https://forms.gle/Xo6ADM5uh7PEUVuC6 🌴 Plan Your Cruise Like a Pro: 🧭 Book with My Recommended Cruise Travel Agent ➡️ https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101449107-11926423 🛜 GigSky Esim That WORKS on Cruise Ships ➡️ https://plans.gigsky.com/2964TZB/2CTPL/?uid=5 Get 15% OFF with checkout code: OPTIMALCRUISE 🛳️ Shore Excursions Cheaper and Better with Viator ➡️ http://vi.me/xqeDJ 🛍️ Our Amazon Shop! Get Your Essential Cruise Items Here ➡️ https://www.amazon.com/shop/optimalcruising 🛳️ Shore Excursions Group GUARANTEES You Won't Miss Your Ship ➡️ http://www.shoreexcursionsgroup.com/?id=1806165&data=garynancyward@gmail.com 🛡️ Travel Insurance I Personally Recommend ➡️ https://www.anrdoezrs.net/click-101449107-11454010 ⚠️ These are affiliate links, which help support the channel at no extra cost to you. I only recommend what I’ve used or truly believe in! 👍 SUBSCRIBE for weekly cruise vlogs, tips, secrets, savings, and reviews from our cruising family. 🎥 Watch more videos from @OptimalCruising — we’re here to help you cruise smarter, save money, and have more fun at sea! ⏱️ Timestamps: 00:00 - Intro 00:41 - Auto-Gratuity Architecture 02:27 - Beach Club Takeover 04:09 - Shore Excursion Task 05:24 - Drink Package Psychology 07:27 - Specialty Restaurants 08:37 - The Wifi 10:05 - The Cashless Casino 🔍 Hashtags: #CruiseTips #CruiseHacks #CruiseSecrets #cruisetips #cruisemistakes 🎶 Music Credit: Music by Gary Ward @GaryWardMusic 📢 Disclosure: Some of the links above are affiliate links. If you click and make a purchase, I may earn a small commission — at no extra cost to you. Thanks for supporting the channel!