Things They Don't Tell You about Cruise Ships Part 24: Shore Excursions #cruise
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Creator's Key Takeaways
shore excursions are generally group tours to explore your Port of Call
you want to book early as cruise ships can sell out
you can also choose to book an independent Shore Excursion meaning you don't book through the cruise line
you'll also want to pay special attention to where the independent Shore Excursion is meeting
Creator's Tips & Advice
✓Book shore excursions early as they can sell out
✓Check if independent excursions offer a next Port guarantee
✓Verify meeting locations for independent excursions
✓Have local currency or American cash if negotiating with taxi drivers
🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:
Shore excursions selling out — Book early
Independent excursions not guaranteeing return to ship — Check for next Port guarantee
Meeting location confusion for independent excursions — Pay special attention to where they meet
Questions This Creator Answers
QWhat are shore excursions?
QHow to book shore excursions?
QWhat to consider when booking independent shore excursions?
Topics Covered
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