Don’t Make These Cruise Mistakes 🚢 (We Learned the Hard Way!)
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The kind you only make once. Now, some of these cruise mistakes we made ourselves and some we've heard from other cruisers who learned the hard way.
You do not want to get home from a wonderful 7 9day cruise and get surprised by a hefty phone bill.
If you're trying to book your flight into your port city the day that you're embarking on your cruise, you are cutting it just way too close.
The cruise fare does not equal the total cost of your vacation. You're going to have costs for excursions, for drinks, for things off in the port.
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Let’s talk about cruise mistakes… the kind you only make once 😅 In this video, we’re sharing cruise tips that were learned the hard way—some from our own experiences and some from fellow cruisers who have been there, done that, and definitely learned a lesson or two along the way. From overpacking and missing out on specialty dining reservations to forgetting to put your phone on airplane mode (hello roaming charges 😬), these are the kinds of things that can catch you off guard if you’re not prepared. We’re also talking about important things like getting back to the ship on time, why you should never fly in the day of your cruise, and a few simple tips that can make your trip so much smoother—like keeping a departure day outfit out and bringing an extra card for your room lights. Whether you’re planning your very first cruise or you’ve sailed before, these tips can help you avoid common mistakes and enjoy your vacation even more. And of course… fair warning… cruising is a little bit addictive 🚢 Links: 🧳 Shop Our Amazon Storefront for Travel Essentials https://www.amazon.com/shop/corefouradventures 🚐 Find Amazing Excursions at Viator https://www.viator.com/?pid=P00249349&mcid=42383&medium=link Just a quick heads-up: Some of the links in this video’s description are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through them, we might earn a small commission, but it doesn’t cost you anything extra! We only recommend products we genuinely love and trust. Thanks for supporting the channel! As Amazon Associates, we earn from qualifying purchases. About Us: Hi there! We’re Core Four Adventures, a team of adventurers from California’s Central Coast. Carol, Laura, and Pepper are passionate about sharing stories of travel and discovery, from local spots to exciting international experiences. Thanks for joining us! Music: Get You Off My Mind (Instrumental Version) by Ten Towers feat. Anders Beckman https://www.epidemicsound.com/track/jSMBCvwD1L/ Social Media Pages: https://www.facebook.com/corefouradventures https://www.instagram.com/core_four_adventures/ Email for collaborations: corefouradventures@gmail.com