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Never Do These 5 Things on Embarkation Day

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👁️ 916 views📅 1 years ago⏱️ 1:00
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Creator's Key Takeaways

there's nothing worse than starting your cruise off with a bad sunburn

this is the most expensive day to buy those

drunken passengers have actually been thrown off the ship before it leaves port

these will be most crowded on the first day

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Apply sunscreen often if leaving from Florida, especially if new to the area
✓Avoid being upsold on dining or spa packages on embarkation day
✓Don't try to get full value of drink package on first day to avoid drunken behavior
✓Avoid using water slides, rock climbing wall, or mini golf on first day due to crowds
✓Eat at a smaller venue or specialty dining instead of the buffet on embarkation day

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Getting a bad sunburn — Apply sunscreen often, especially if new to Florida
Being upsold on packages — Avoid buying dining or spa packages on embarkation day as it's the most expensive day
Overindulging in drink package — Don't try to get full value on first day to avoid being thrown off the ship
Crowds at ship features — Avoid water slides, rock climbing wall, etc. on first day; plan to do them later when less crowded

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should I avoid doing on cruise embarkation day?
QHow can I have a smoother start to my cruise?

Topics Covered

Water Park1½ Sad BaconCrowd Capacity1½ Sad BaconDining Buffet1½ Sad BaconEmbarkation1 Happy BaconDrink Package2½ Sad BaconService Crew1½ Sad Bacon
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