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Inside Tips To Plan the Perfect Holiday Cruise!

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Creator's Key Takeaways

last year the princess and I sailed on our first ever holiday cruise spending Thanksgiving

we learned a lot from playing that trip and want to share everything with you

we highly suggest you contact a travel agent that specializes in cruising to help you with the process

getting travel insurance is a gift to yourself plus it's not as expensive as you think

Creator's Tips & Advice

Plan your holiday cruise for next year, booking up to 14 months in advance.
Consider guaranteed cabin rates to save money, but avoid if traveling with a large group.
Contact a travel agent specializing in cruising for perks and assistance.
Opt for megaships for multi-generational activities and amenities.
Book shore excursions with third-party companies for lower costs and authentic experiences.
Avoid bundling flights with the cruise line; use online tools for better rates.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Planning a cruise during the holidays can be stressful.Start planning early, up to 14 months in advance, and use a travel agent.
Risk of bad weather, travel delays, or lost baggage.Purchase travel insurance to cover potential hiccups.
Flying on the day of the trip can lead to stress and headaches.Fly into the home port city a day early and stay at a nearby hotel.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to plan a holiday cruise smoothly?
QWhat are the benefits of cruising during the holidays?
QHow to save money on a holiday cruise?
QWhat should you consider when booking cabins for a family?
QWhy is travel insurance important for holiday cruises?

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Subscribe to the Eat Sleep Cruise YouTube Channel if you love to travel and cruise the world! https://www.youtube.com/c/EatSleepCruise1?sub_confirmation=1 One of the best ways to spend the holidays together is by taking a cruise. While traveling near the holidays can be stressful, we have put together this latest video to ensure smooth sailing on your Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's Eve, or other holiday cruise. If you enjoy the video, please make sure to give it a BIG THUMBS UP! Last year, the Princess and I took our first ever holiday cruise, spending Thanksgiving on Symphony of the Seas. Based on our experiences, we put together these 10 Essential Cruise Tips for Sailing During the Holidays. For that trip, we booked our voyage 14 months in advance! So, we highly suggest you book as early as possible. You still have time to book for 2019, but you will have a lot to do, in a little time. Another cruise tip we have for sailing during this time of year is to consider booking a guaranteed cabin. These discounted rates are a great way to save money, especially if you do not mind where your cabin will be located on the ship. Other ways to make your holiday cruise worry-free is to work with a travel agent that specializes in cruising. These professionals can walk you through the process. This is especially true if you are cruising with a large group or multiple families. A travel agent can coordinate all of the reservations, and aid with additional items, such as shore excursions and specialty dining. Read all of our holiday cruise planning tips back on the blog: https://eatsleepcruise.com/2018/10/10-essential-tips-for-planning-a-holiday-cruise/ Symphony of the Seas Cruise Review! https://youtu.be/q_z3LQU4zJM 12 Essential Tips for Sailing on the World’s Largest Cruise Ships! https://youtu.be/wmr5P9pOGLY Make sure to SUBSCRIBE to our channel above to get the latest cruise tips, cruise reviews, packing guides, port guides, travel tips, and more. Join us on Social Media as we “Sea the World, One Port at a Time.” Instagram: https://instagram.com/EatSleepCruise Facebook: https://facebook.com/EatSleepCruise Twitter: https://twitter.com/EatSleepCruise Pinterest: https://pinterest.com/EatSleepCruise Some promotional video Courtesy of Royal Caribbean International Some promotional video Courtesy of Celebrity Cruises Some promotional video Courtesy of Norwegian Cruise Line Royalty Free Music Courtesy: https://www.bensound.com #CruiseTips #TravelTips #HolidayTips