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After 40+ Cruises, These Are the Things I’ll NEVER Do Again

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👁️ 97K views📅 8 months ago⏱️ 13:28
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Veteran Cruiser

Source: Our analysis of the creator's lived experience, based on what they said in this video.

Creator's Key Takeaways

I will never do late imbarcation again.

I will never again buy products at the spa.

I will never not watch how much rum punch that I drank during an excursion.

Never again am I going to wait to get tender tickets.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Arrive early for embarkation to maximize vacation time.
Avoid buying spa products after treatments.
Use sunscreen on embarkation day, especially by the pool.
Monitor alcohol consumption during excursions.
Get tender tickets early to avoid waiting.
Avoid thrill activities if you are not comfortable with them.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Overdrinking with drink packageBe careful with alcohol consumption, especially on embarkation day.
Sitting with strangers in main dining roomSome people enjoy it, but others may feel anxious; choose based on comfort.
Choosing a cabin locationAvoid guaranteed cabins if possible, as they may be in poor locations like near thrusters or kids' clubs.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are common cruise mistakes to avoid?
QWhat things will the creator never do again on a cruise?
QWhat advice do experienced cruisers have for first-timers?

Topics Covered

Entertainment Activities2½ Sad BaconShip Condition2 Sad BaconEmbarkation4 Sad BaconSpa Fitness3 Sad BaconPool Deck3½ Sad BaconExcursions3½ Sad BaconDisembarkation2½ Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

St. Thomas3½ Sad Bacon
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