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How We Chose Our Royal Caribbean Cruise Excursions (Cost, Ratings & Big Regrets)

The Leckie Lifestyle
The Leckie Lifestyle
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πŸ‘οΈ 3K viewsπŸ“… 1 years ago⏱️ 18:49
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❀️ Best for CoupleMediterranean · Spring · 12 nightsFrom NiceVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

we scored our self-guided day in Nissan 8 out of 10 and spent approximately $ 15 Australian dollars

we scored this day a 9 out of 10 and the total cost of the tour for both of us was $290 Australian

we scored this a 9 out of 10 with the total cost being 264 Australian dollar

we scored this a 7 out of 10 which is a total cost for both of us at $160 Australian

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Book shore excursions through the cruise line for a better experience
βœ“Consider private vendors for cost savings
βœ“Plan ahead for tender tickets and ground transport
βœ“Use self-guided tours for flexibility

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Choosing the right shore excursions β€” Break down pros and cons of booking with cruise versus independent vendors
Tender ticket process β€” Line up early if not booking a shore excursion through the cruise

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to choose the right shore excursions for a Royal Caribbean cruise
QWhat are the pros and cons of booking with the cruise line versus independent vendors

Topics Covered

Excursions4 Happy BaconItinerary Route4 Happy BaconPort Destination3Β½ Happy Bacon

Port Highlights

Rhodes5 Happy Bacon
Top: Full day Rhodes Island Tour ($331 Australian)
Athens2Β½ Happy Bacon
Civitavecchia4Β½ Happy Bacon
Top: Italian Countryside and olive oil tasting ($290 Australian)
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😴 Get 10% off your NEW sleep mask from Manta Sleep using code LECKIELIFESTYLE at checkout πŸ‘‰ https://bit.ly/3GNjKF6 We spent 12 days cruising the Mediterranean on Royal Caribbean’s Voyager of the Seas, exploring incredible destinations like Athens, Mykonos, Santorini, Valletta, Nice, Rome, and Turkey. In this video, we break down and rate every shore excursionβ€”comparing the ones booked through the cruise line versus private vendorsβ€”to help you plan the best experiences for your trip. We share which excursions were worth it, which ones were overpriced or disappointing, our total cost breakdown, and our biggest regrets so you can make the most of your time in port. Whether you're planning your first Mediterranean cruise or looking for the best shore excursions on Royal Caribbean, this guide will help you avoid common mistakes and maximize your experience. Watch before booking your excursions! Welcome to The Leckie Lifestyle! In each of our videos, we go on a new adventure, traveling to exciting destinations, encountering different ways of thinking and living and challenging ourselves. CHAPTERS 00:00 - Intro 00:30 - Nice 03:10 - Rome 04:50 - Pompeii 06:47 - Malta 13:22 - Rhodes 16:09 - Santorini 17:55 - Mykonos 18:49 - Outro 🀝 How to support and connect with us: β˜• Loving our adventures? Support us with a coffee here: https://buymeacoffee.com/leckielifestyle TLL NEWSLETTER πŸ“§ Want our best travel tips, adventure guides and life hacks? Sign up here: https://substack.com/profile/188457077-the-leckie-lifestyle?utm_source=profile-page SAY HELLO! πŸ’¬ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/leckie_lifestyle/ πŸ’¬ TIKTOK: https://www.tiktok.com/@theleckielifestyle πŸ’¬ EMAIL: leckielifestyle@gmail.com If you feel compelled please give us some love on this video and drop us a comment! The adventure of life begins! Thank you so much for your support 🧑 #RoyalCaribbean #MediterraneanCruise #VoyagerOfTheSeas #ShoreExcursions #CruiseReview