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Cruising with Kim and Jen
Cruising with Kim and Jen
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👁️ 135 views📅 11 months ago⏱️ 18:46
What This Creator Said
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First-Time Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

We were hooked after our first cruise.

I would just do that. I would just and you can go on the website and after you've booked your cruise, you go onto your booking and they will have a place where you can look at excursions for each port that you're on.

Get your passport. Just get your passport.

It's seamless. It's just it's just easy. Easy when you do that.

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Start by deciding where you want to go (e.g., Caribbean, Alaska).
✓Research cruise lines and ships on YouTube to understand differences.
✓Consider the vibe you want (party vs. family-friendly).
✓Book cruise line excursions for first-timers to ensure ship return.
✓Get a passport for smoother boarding and disembarkation.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Where to start with cruise planning — Begin with deciding your destination, then research cruise lines and ships.
What's included vs. extra costs — Room, food, and entertainment are included; gratuities and specialty dining are extras.
Choosing excursions — For first-timers, book ship excursions to ensure the ship waits for you.
Need for passport — Get a passport for smoother boarding and to avoid issues with birth certificates.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhere do I begin as a first-time cruiser?
QWhat's included on a cruise?
QDo I need a travel agent?
QHow do I choose excursions?
QDo I need travel insurance?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

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So many questions before you book a cruise. Big or small ship. Which cruise line ? Where do you want to go ?? What’s included ? So many questions will be answered in this video. Plus a big DANGER after you go on first cruise 😳😱 Click below 👇 if you have questions on cabin location and type. https://youtu.be/GIBaYLiRN6c?si=UQhlLPYErqqqGn2D