Should YOU Book FLIGHTS DIRECTLY Through a Cruise Line or Tauck Tours? (Real Talk from an Airport!)
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I've been on almost 100 cruises now. I've been on 10 plus TA tours and I never book my airfare through the uh through the cruise liner through TA.
It's pretty much a no. Um, you know, 99% of the time it just doesn't make sense.
I always fly everywhere a minimum a day early just to make sure I get there.
I never just search by price. A lot of people do. Don't make that mistake.
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In this video, Cruise & Tauck Tour expert Shawn Power dives into one of the most frequently asked questions he gets from his clients: “Should I book my airfare through the cruise line or Tauck?” 💡 Short answer: Almost never. But Shawn breaks down exactly why in this honest, real-time chat filmed right at the gate. 🎯 What You’ll Learn: The true cost of cruise line and Tauck air packages (spoiler: not worth it) Why booking directly with airlines is almost always better When it's okay to book flights through a cruiseline or Tauck Shawn's best flight booking tips (like when to book, where to search, and what to avoid!) The one trick that will protect your entire trip (and no, it’s not a travel insurance upsell) You can get even more thoughts from Shawn about booking airfare here: https://www.shawnpower.com/advice-for-booking-your-flights/