I'm not buying these things on my cruise in 2025

Editorial Summary

Matt from Royal Blog explains several cruise add-ons and excursions he intends to avoid during his 2025 travels. He begins by advising against pre-purchasing arcade credits, noting that game availability and credit requirements can lead to wasted funds. He also suggests skipping photo packages due to restrictive rules regarding cabin occupancy and the tendency for travelers to take fewer professional photos than expected. Regarding shore excursions, he recommends avoiding large bus tours in favor of more flexible independent exploration and refuses to book tours involving captive animals. The creator also critiques the Key VIP program, arguing that its benefits often appear better on paper than in practice and can be achieved through advanced planning. Additionally, he advises against purchasing expensive cabanas, the Up Up and Away helium balloon ride due to its unreliability in varying weather, and onboard watches which may not be good investments. He concludes by emphasizing that while spending money on vacations is enjoyable, choosing items with poor universal value can lead to disappointment.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.