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I Spent Over $4000 in Extras on a Cruise... WORTH IT?

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Life Well Cruised
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πŸ‘οΈ 86K viewsπŸ“… 3 years ago⏱️ 11:58

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Editorial Summary

The creator evaluates various add-on costs incurred during a ten-day Norwegian Joy cruise to Canada and New England. After utilizing the Free at Sea promotion, she details several additional expenses including water delivery packages, Starbucks beverage packages, and premium Wi-Fi. She concludes that the water package was not practical and the premium Wi-Fi was not good value, while the Starbucks package felt overpriced due to time spent in port. The video covers onboard activities such as go-karting, virtual reality games, and laser tag, noting that the unlimited racing package provided good value for her son. She also discusses the cost-effectiveness of laundry service bags and shore excursions, which she found worthwhile for seeing new destinations. Finally, the creator reviews specialty dining experiences like Teppanyaki and Cagney's Steakhouse, noting they were delicious and worth the extra cost. The total extras for the three travelers exceeded four thousand dollars, though many of these costs were subjective based on personal preference and usage.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Norwegian Joy
A Nibble
All-time creator consensus for Norwegian Joy
A Nibble

This review is more critical than the all-time creator consensus.

What This Creator Said
Creator RecommendsFull Ship ReviewπŸ…Authority Creator
πŸ‘Ά Best for Family (Young Kids)Other Β· 10 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

I'm going to share with you which extras were worth it and which ones I really think you can skip

I did bring a refillable water bottle in any case the price for the package for 12 was about 35 dollars

I think this is definitely worth it if you want to have that experience

I would definitely skip the premium Wi-Fi if you do not need it

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Skip premium Wi-Fi if you don't need it, use port Wi-Fi instead
βœ“Consider the laundry bag deal for better value
βœ“Evaluate Starbucks package based on your coffee habits and port days

πŸ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Cost of extras adding up β€” Track what you use and evaluate worth based on personal needs
Motion sickness from virtual reality games β€” Ensure your stomach can handle it before booking longer packages

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhich cruise extras are worth the money?
QWhat are the costs of add-ons on a Norwegian cruise?
QHow can I save money on cruise extras?

Topics Covered

Drink PackageΒ½ Happy BaconDining Specialty2 Happy BaconWifi Connectivity1Β½ Sad BaconExcursions2 Happy BaconValue Pricing1 Happy BaconEntertainment Activities2Β½ Happy BaconKids Family1Β½ Happy BaconSpa FitnessMeh

Port Highlights

Bay of Fundy area2 Happy Bacon
Top: Bay of Fundy shore excursion
Charlotte Town2 Happy Bacon
Top: Charlotte Town shore excursion
Halifax2 Happy Bacon
Top: Halifax shore excursion
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