After 47 Cruises, I Never Book Excursions With the Cruise Line
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I cruise about once a month, and honestly, I hardly ever book excursions directly with the cruise line.
You can get the exact same excursions or even better excursions with the guaranteed return to the ship for a fraction of the price.
The average group size is just 12 people, which makes such a difference compared to being in a group of 50 on a big coach.
I've seen them as much as 40% cheaper for the exact same excursion and also they've got a lowest price guarantee.
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I've taken 47 cruises and while I used to book all my excursions directly with the cruise lines, I hardly evver do that anymore. Why? Because I’ve found a much better (and usually cheaper!) way to explore every port. I’ve been using Shore Excursions Group - and they’ve honestly transformed how I plan my days ashore. You get smaller groups, more personal tours and prices that beat what the cruise lines charge. Plus, they guarantee you’ll get back to the ship on time! 👉 Check out Shore Excursions Group here: https://www.shoreexcursionsgroup.com/?id=1690209 (affiliate link) 💬 Have you ever booked independently? Let me know in the comments — I love hearing what others do in port! ⚓ If you love cruising, don’t forget to subscribe for more cruise tips, ship tours, and honest reviews. About Cruise Mummy: My name’s Jenni and I’ve worked in the cruise industry since 2015. My goal is to help as many people as possible to make the most of their cruises and my cruise blog helps over 1 million people each month. If you’d like to contact me, my email address is jenni@cruisemummy.co.uk