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9 Dirt-Cheap Cruise 'Secrets' to Sail for Less $$$

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πŸ‘οΈ 344K viewsπŸ“… 4 years ago⏱️ 11:18
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Creator's Key Takeaways

if you want to sail dirt cheap be flexible and look for dates outside of those times

the truth is after having sailed lots of different lines i can tell you that yes there are definite differences between them all

if you want to sail cheap then your best bet is to stick with those older vessels

the last minute cruise deals they aren't really a thing

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Be flexible with your cruise schedule to find cheaper dates
βœ“Consider sailing on older ships for better deals
βœ“Avoid unnecessary upgrades when booking to keep costs low
βœ“Let the cruise line pick your cabin to save money

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Worry about getting a bad cabin when letting the cruise line pick β€” In my experience, upgrades can happen and it's rarely a crummy cabin

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow can I sail for dirt cheap?
QWhat are the best ways to find cheap cruise deals?
QAre last-minute cruise deals really available?
QShould I book early or wait for price drops?

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Who doesn't want to sail cheap? While any cruise will cost money, it doesn't have to break the bank. I run through the tips and tricks you should know about scoring fantastic cruise deals. You won't necessarily get a $1,500 cruise for pennies, but you can save hundreds compared to some passengers. Secrets to Scoring Cheap Deals: #1: Be Flexible With Your Cruise Schedule #2: Be Open to Any Cruise Line #3: Don't Drive Yourself Crazy Searching Sites #4: Sail on Older Ships For Cheaper Deals #5: Last-Minute Cruise Deals... Aren't Really a Thing #6: Careful On Upgrades #7: Cruise Line Sales are a Dime-a-Dozen #8: Port Fees Can Add Hundreds to Your Trip #9: Find a Rate You Like? Go Ahead and Book It Now Bonus #10: Let the Cruise Line Pick Your Cabin For more on cruising, be sure to visit Cruzely.com and check out our channel! πŸ‘‰ https://www.cruzely.com πŸ‘‰ https://www.facebook.com/cruzelydotcom/ πŸ‘‰ https://www.youtube.com/c/Cruzelycom πŸŽ₯ We Sailed The Cheapest Cruise in America We Could Find. Here's What Surprised Us... https://youtu.be/mMIclcQ4dx0 πŸŽ₯ How Much It Costs to Live on a Cruise Ship For a Year https://youtu.be/2hl-H3ygx_I