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Cruise Planning Checklist + 8 Items THAT WE FORGOT!

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👁️ 918 views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 18:30
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Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm going to share my tips and experiences for picking planning and preparing for that cruise including eight things that we learn to bring along with us

we normally do the first thing everybody thinks about is what do I need to pack for clothes

one of the things that we learned the hard way was to bring a tooth repair kit

they are magnetic hooks so your cruise cabin is made of metal all the walls and ceiling are all metal

Creator's Tips & Advice

Budget for travel insurance and consider third-party options
Book cruises as soon as itineraries are released for best deals
Bring a tooth repair kit and numbing product for dental emergencies
Use magnetic hooks in cruise cabins to hang items
Check Cruise Critic roll calls for theme party information

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing what to pack for formal nightsBring a nice pair of slacks, collared button-down shirt, and nice shoes instead of full suits
Lack of plugs in staterooms for charging devicesBring a USB charging station with multiple plugs and USB ports

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should I pack for a cruise?
QHow do I plan and pick the right cruise vacation?
QWhat are common mistakes to avoid when cruising?

Topics Covered

Booking Process1½ Happy BaconLoyalty Program1 Sad BaconCabin Interior3 Happy BaconExcursions1 Sad BaconPool Deck2½ Happy BaconValue Pricing2 Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Jamaica1 Sad Bacon
Top: four-wheeling event
San Juan1½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

We will review all of the important things to consider in picking and planning your cruise. I have also learned about key items that we never knew we needed to pack but now bring them along every time! I share those lessons with you and give you my packing checklist as an example. #cruise #travel #cruiseplanners #celebritycruises #royalcaribbean #hollandamerica #hollandamerica150 #packinghacks #virginvoyages Book your travel with me! email = contact@seemoresea.com See More Seas Travel, LLC phone = 888-202-0736 10 Essential Cruise Items & Gadgets You must pack! https://youtu.be/mI1li81kGF4 Holland America Half Transit Panama Canal https://youtu.be/O7sgaL3dgMU My Cruise Packing Checklist (Real Example) https://drive.google.com/file/d/1azx9d_3CoHZNMgdX1cmo4jOP23hKJ5oB/view?usp=sharing Chapters 00:00 Intro 1:22 Location Considerations 1:51 Budget & Promotions 2:31 Cruise Line Preferences 3:00 Vacation Timeline 3:19 Last Minute Deals 4:03 Travel Insurance 4:30 Clothes Packing 6:40 #1 Kicked out of loyalty event 7:40 #2 Excursion Considerations 8:40 #3 Theme Party Costumes 10:00 Toiletries Review 10:30 #4 Dental Repair Kit 11:35 Electronics Review 12:20 #5 USB Charging Hub 13:08 #6 Sound Machine 13:50 #7 Natural Light Alarm / Nightlight 14:45 Misc / Other Items 15:25 #8 Travel Binoculars 16:33 Bonus Item 17:15 Link to Example Checklist