Not Telling Your Cruise Line These 6 Things Could Sink Your Cruise!

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Gary Bage explains the critical importance of being transparent with cruise lines regarding specific personal circumstances to avoid severe penalties such as being banned for life or denied boarding. He highlights several key areas where non-disclosure can lead to trouble, starting with cannabis related products like CBD gummies, which are prohibited on most ships regardless of state legality. The creator also discusses the necessity of declaring pregnancy, noting that many lines have strict week limits and that medical emergencies at sea can be life threatening. Other essential topics include informing the cruise line about plans to disembark at a port other than the final destination, disclosing illnesses like gastrointestinal issues to prevent outbreaks, and being honest about mobility impairments or the need for specialized medical equipment. Bage emphasizes that disclosing these needs in advance allows cruise lines to provide necessary accommodations, such as hearing loops or specific cabin types, and ensures passengers are capable of traveling safely. Finally, he advises checking rules on prohibited items like drones or equipment with heating elements to avoid confiscation.
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I was driven to make this after I saw a series of issues blow up on cruise ships after people did not come clean with their Cruise Line
I'm Gary bage and I'm helping you to get cruising right by knowing what you should never hide from the cruise line but importantly why
if you use cannabis related items or in fact any other drugs that are normally considered illegal unless for medical reasons you must let the cruise line know in advance and get a medical clearance
most Cruise Lions only accept passengers that are less than 24 weeks into pregnancy with your expected due date certified by a doctor or Midwife in writing before they will let you travel
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