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🚢 Got Sick at Sea — What It Cost Me

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👁️ 35K views📅 8 months ago⏱️ 21:46
What This Creator Said
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Veteran Cruiser

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

Creator's Key Takeaways

I had a little medical issue. And I know some people say that they wouldn't want to live full-time on cruise ships or uh travel extensively because of medical issues.

I was looking it up and some people were saying that it's worse than having a baby. Listen, no. I'll have a kidney stone any day over having a baby.

It costs $225 to see the doctor cuz my insurance is not going to cover me outside of Georgia.

The ship actually was less than going to urgent care. Uh, but I still I didn't want to go to urgent I didn't want to go to the ship doctor here because of the timing of it and the unknown, right.

Creator's Tips & Advice

Have emergency funds and an HSA set aside for medical expenses.
Know where your home coverage ends and your travel insurance begins.
Keep access to your medical history and prescriptions, both digitally and in hard copies.
Ask about costs upfront before receiving medical services.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Medical emergencies while at seaDon't let it stop you; have emergency funds and insurance coverage in place.
Cost of medical care off the shipAsk about costs upfront and compare with ship doctor fees.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat happens if you get sick while living full-time on cruise ships?
QHow much does it cost to see a doctor off the ship?
QShould you go to the ship doctor or urgent care for non-emergency issues?

Topics Covered

Safety Medical1½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Long Beach½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

Cruise Health Scare! Got Sick at Sea — What It Cost Me 💰 What really happens if you get sick while living full-time on cruise ships? Today I’m sharing my unexpected health scare at sea — from the moment I noticed blood in my urine to what it was like getting checked. This experience reminded me that medical issues can happen anywhere — even on a cruise — but there’s no reason to panic. You can get care, stay safe, and keep living your dream life on the water. ⚠️ Viewer discretion advised: This video includes brief discussion of blood and a kidney stone. If you’ve ever wondered what it’s really like to handle a medical situation on board, this video is for you. ----------------------------------------- ► (My 1st video) How I Cruise on Casino Deals - https://youtu.be/P7xL4TmrkFI ► Sick aboard Carnival Magic (Member’s Only video) - https://youtu.be/vyFryTQPJkU ► Carnival Mardi Gras Medical Center - https://youtu.be/hQIxqnu8hsU ► How to Live On Cruise Ships without Casino Deals - https://youtu.be/cHiZcymJDDQ ► How Much It Cost Me to Live on Cruise Ships for 1 Year - https://youtu.be/ugrfsHXciD8 ► My Story - Why I QUIT the AMERICAN DREAM and found real FREEDOM - https://youtube.com/live/L8e3aeNx6xo ► How to Get Free Cruises on Royal Caribbean - https://youtu.be/TFY9wE7BP04 ► Understanding Cruise Casinos & Perks - https://youtu.be/9lhua349VeU ► IHG / How I Got 24 Free Nights in Vietnam - https://youtu.be/Qrg1V9ruJew ----------------------------------------- 🚢 If you are over 40 and interested in learning how to create a successful YouTube channel or Jumpstart your retirement travels, these are the courses that I took (Affiliate Links): ► YouTube Course: https://groundedlife.thinkific.com/courses/youtube-after-40?ref=34db57 ► Retirement Travel Jumpstart Course: https://groundedlife.thinkific.com/courses/retirement-travel-jumpstart?ref=34db57 ► Bundle: https://groundedlife.thinkific.com/bundles/retirement-travel-jumpstart-youtube-after-40?ref=34db57 ----------------------------------------- Hi! My name is Lynnelle. On this channel, I upload videos weekly surrounding topics of living on a retirement budget of $2,500 a month, traveling full-time on cruise ships using discounts including casino deals, and finding unique ways to fund a stress-free soft life. If you have a low-fixed income, are in or nearing retirement, and think you don't have enough money to live in Paradise, then this is DEFINITELY the place for YOU! 🚢 ----------------------------------------- How you can support my journey: ► Watch til the end, like, comment/question, subscribe & share ► Donate to paypal.me/PovertyToParadise ► YouTube Thanks button $$$ ► Check out the affiliate links below ----------------------------------------- ► Travel items I use while living on cruise ships (Affiliate Links): Storefront: https://www.amazon.com/shop/povertytoparadise ----------------------------------------- ► Travel Credit Card I Use For Hotel Reward Points: → Earn 4 free nights & Elite Status with the IHG One Rewards Premier credit card using this link: https://www.referyourchasecard.com/210y/QV0G9DNES1 ► Business Credit Card I use to get rewards for FREE Cruises, Hotels & Flights! Earn 200,000 bonus points with the new Sapphire Reserve for Business℠ credit card and with over $2,500 in annual value, there's no competition. You can also earn up to $1,000 bonus cash back with the Ink Business Premier℠ card, Ink Business Unlimited® card or Ink Business Cash® card. I can be rewarded if you apply here and are approved for the card. https://www.referyourchasecard.com/21w/JEN3IFR9ZL ----------------------------------------- ► For Business Inquiries ONLY 😊🛳 PovertyToParadise@gmail.com ----------------------------------------- FTC Legal Disclaimer - Some links found in the description box of my videos may be affiliate links, meaning I will make commissions on sales you make through my link. This is at no extra cost to you to use my links/codes, it's just one more way to support me and my channel! This video is for educational and entertainment purposes only and is not meant to be a substitute for legal, accounting, tax, or professional advice. If you have any specific questions about any legal, accounting, tax or other professional service matter you should consult the appropriate professional services provider. ----------------------------------------- 0314 Living On A Cruise Ship