9 Things Cruise Passengers Say They've Had Enough Of

Editorial Summary

Gary Beverage discusses nine specific issues that frequently frustrate experienced cruise passengers. The first major concern involves the loss of ship real estate to mega attractions, ship within a ship concepts, and specialty dining, which reduces space for general relaxation. This is closely linked to the rising costs and perceived decline in quality of standard dining as cruise lines push specialty venues. Additionally, many new attractions are located outdoors, making them unusable during poor weather. Passengers also report feeling squeezed by constant extra costs for activities and services, as well as the controversial practice of adding gratuities to cruise fares. Other points of contention include hot tub maintenance and rule enforcement, the perceived poor value and inefficiency of cruise line excursions, and the high cost of cruise line transfers. Finally, the creator notes a heavy emphasis on shopping, ranging from generic port excursions to onboard art auctions and sales, which many travelers find excessive and lacking in value.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.