Don't Follow This Cruise Advice (Here's Why)
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There are way more norovirus outbreaks by percentage on land than there is on the cruise ship. And here's why. Because the cruise ships have to tell you by law.
If you want an exact itinerary or an exact cabin or an exact ship, then you want to book ahead. But don't book 20 months in advance.
If you're going to pull your tips, um then know this. A lot of people believe... that if they pull their tips, the cruise line makes up the difference.
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"Cruise Experts" Get These 5 Things WRONG The cruise industry loves these myths. We break down 5 "facts" that are completely wrong—and show you how to save thousands. Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:45 Booking Timing (The $1,000 Mistake) 3:20 Shore Excursions (When It's Worth It) 6:10 The "Petri Dish" Myth (The Real Health Data) 9:20 Balcony Cabins (Is the Upgrade Worth It?) 12:10 Gratuities (What Actually Happens)Key Takeaways: • Book 12–18 (or 1-2)months out for the best deals (not 18–24, or 6-12) • Shore excursions are insurance—decide case-by-case • Cruise ships are cleaner than land per reported outbreak rates • Inside cabins save you money for 2x more cruises • Gratuities are discretionary—but crew counts on them Best cruise tips, cruise pricing advice, and real cruise mistakes from two years of cruising.If you have cruise questions or tips, drop them in the comments. We'd love to hear from you!Thanks for watching. If you find value in this, please like and subscribe. We appreciate you.