I Won’t Do These 7 Cruises. Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Either!

Editorial Summary

Gary Benbridge shares his professional insights regarding seven specific types of cruise experiences he advises against based on two decades of travel. He first warns against short taster cruises, noting they often function as inexpensive party getaways rather than accurate representations of a cruise line's standard service. He also advises against full world cruises due to the excessive number of sea days compared to port visits. Benbridge recommends avoiding maiden voyages or ships newly entering service, as inexperienced crews and unrefined systems can lead to inconsistent dining and entertainment. Similarly, he suggests staying away from ships immediately before or after a refit to avoid maintenance issues or unfinished work. The creator also highlights the potential disruption of major corporate charters on board and the frustration of itineraries with insufficient time in port for meaningful exploration. Finally, he suggests avoiding peak travel seasons in popular regions to escape overcrowding and high costs, as well as avoiding regions during seasons prone to extreme weather like hurricanes or typhoons.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.