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The 12 MISTAKES to AVOID on a European cruise, from an expert

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👁️ 154K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 11:12
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MediterraneanVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

as someone who cruises for both work and Leisure I've seen Cruisers make a lot of the same mistakes over and over again on European sailings

do not wait to book those excursions as soon as you're able it is best to book those excursions and lock in a spot

I actually prefer a smaller Cruise in Europe because you often visit more of those unique ports that you can't always visit on a bigger ship

I love getting to experience local dishes rather than trying to save money and only eating on the ship

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Book excursions as soon as they are available to secure a spot.
✓Avoid booking an excursion in every port to prevent a rushed vacation.
✓Read the fine print on tours to ensure they match your mobility needs.
✓Obtain tender tickets early and choose the earliest time possible.
✓Fly into your departure port at least two days before your cruise.
✓Explore the embarkation city or country before your cruise.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Booking excursions too late — Book as soon as possible to secure a spot, and remember you can cancel within 24-48 hours for a full refund.
Overbooking excursions — Only book excursions for ports that are not easily accessible or require more time.
Not reading tour fine print — Check mobility requirements and choose accessible options if needed.
Flight issues leading to missing the cruise — Fly in at least two days early to account for delays and jet lag.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat are common mistakes to avoid on a European cruise?
QHow can first-time cruisers better plan their European sailing?

Topics Covered

Excursions2 Happy BaconPort Destination2½ Happy BaconItinerary Route2 Happy BaconValue Pricing2 Happy Bacon

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As someone who cruises for both work and leisure, I’ve seen cruisers make a lot of the same mistakes over and over again on European sailings. Everything from not booking excursions soon enough to taking a poorly planned transatlantic flight, it seems that first-time cruisers make the same mistakes when taking European cruises. Here are the 12 mistakes to avoid. Read more: https://cruise.blog/