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Cruise Line Excursions vs Private - What’s Right for You?

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👁️ 458 views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 44:45
What This Creator Said
Creator Had Mixed FeelingsTips & Advice🥈Expert Creator
❤️ Best for CoupleVeteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

ease of booking when you book with the cruise line it is easy it is definitely easy

if the Poor's Port is canceled you're automatically refunded this happens frequently

pricing it can be significantly cheaper yes not always but it can be to do things privately

flexibility to move at your own pace this is huge

Creator's Tips & Advice

Book excursions ahead of time on the cruise line website to avoid sell-outs
Check your credit card statements after trips to catch double charges
Consider booking privately for cost savings and flexibility, but weigh the stress of logistics
Use onboard credit to pay for excursions when possible
For tender ports, book through the cruise line for priority disembarkation

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Stress about missing the shipVenture out early and work your way back to the port, keeping a buffer time
Safety in unfamiliar portsBook through the cruise line for group safety, especially in high-crime areas like Belize City

Questions This Creator Answers

QShould I book shore excursions through the cruise line or privately?
QWhat are the pros and cons of each option?
QHow do I decide which booking method is right for me?

Topics Covered

Excursions1½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Honduras3 Happy Bacon
Top: Starfish Snorkeling
Belize City1 Sad Bacon
Top: Cave tubing
Cabo2½ Happy Bacon
Top: Wild Canyon Excursion
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Meh — no strong opinion either way

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YouTube Video Description

If you're planning your next cruise adventure and wondering whether to book your shore excursion through the cruise line or book it yourself, tune in to The Cruising Show with Ken and Andrea. In this episode, they'll explore the advantages and disadvantages of each option to help you make an informed decision on how to make the most of your time ashore. ☕Buy Me A Coffee: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/northernviking 👍 Thanks For Watching! Subscribe to Northern Viking Explorer. https://www.youtube.com/c/northernvikingexplorer?sub_confirmation=1 🎯 Subscribe to my other channel for Tech Tutorials & Reviews https://www.youtube.com/c/northernvikingeveryday?sub_confirmation=1 📫 Join Our Email List https://mailchi.mp/76a22c9e4722/emailsignup ✅ Follow us on Social Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/northernvikingexplorer Link Tree - https://linktr.ee/NorthernVikingExplorer Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NorthernVikingExplorer Twitter: https://twitter.com/_NorthernViking Website: https://northernvikingexplorer.com/ 📷 My Gear Canon EOS M6 Mark II Mirrorless Camera - https://amzn.to/3kxH6Rs Canon EOS M50 Mark II Mirrorless Camera - https://amzn.to/3m4HWpt GoPro Hero 11 Black - https://amzn.to/3Lwxbrd Sigma 16mm f/1.4 Lens Canon EF-M - https://amzn.to/3v5hdv8 Elgato Cam Link 4K - https://amzn.to/2AuLX1v Neewer LED Video Lights - https://amzn.to/33CUNG0 Neewer 530 PRO RGB Led Video Light - https://amzn.to/3bGPLwb Shure MV51 USB Microphone - https://amzn.to/3gmxMfq Rode Microphones Wireless GO II - https://amzn.to/3wkxi0g DISCLAIMER: This video and description contain affiliate links. If you purchase through one of the links, I’ll receive a small commission at no additional cost to you. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. #cruising #cruise #thecruisingshow