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SNEAKY things the cruise lines DON’T tell you! 🤦‍♂️❌😩

Jayson Judson
Jayson Judson
🥈Expert
👁️ 69K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 0:36

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The creator identifies three specific issues that cruise passengers may encounter during their voyages. First, the video addresses the reality of crime occurring on ships. While the creator notes that such incidents are not frequent, they advise passengers who consume alcohol heavily to travel with a group that can provide mutual supervision. Second, the video warns about potential unexpected costs. The creator suggests that travelers can be charged numerous small fees if they do not fully understand which services are included in their initial fare. To avoid high end-of-cruise bills, the creator mentions that they typically manage to keep their final balance under one hundred dollars. Finally, the video discusses the possibility of missing significant ports of call. The creator explains that cruise lines may change itineraries for safety reasons, which can result in passengers missing destinations they were looking forward to seeing. The video concludes by asking viewers to share their lowest cruise bills in the comments.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

crime does happen while it's not often my advice if you're going to be drinking heavy make sure to be with a group that will look after you

you could be nickel and dime to death if you're not prepared and understand what's included and not included in your cruise

we typically walk off our cruises with a bill under $100

you may miss that can't miss Port most of the time you have to understand the cruise line is making this change your safety

Creator's Tips & Advice

If you're going to be drinking heavy, make sure to be with a group that will look after you
Understand what's included and not included in your cruise to avoid being nickel and dimed
Be aware that cruise lines may change ports for safety reasons

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are sneaky things cruise lines don't tell you?
QHow can you avoid unexpected costs on a cruise?
QWhy might you miss a port?

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