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This One Thing Stopped Us Booking a Cruise

Namy Does Cruising
Namy Does Cruising
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👁️ 2K views📅 2 months ago⏱️ 3:27
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Creator's Key Takeaways

the agent told us about a Spanish tax that Norwegian Cruise Line charges when the ship is in Spanish ports or sailing in Spanish waters

this is generally the first time anyone has ever mentioned it to us

it makes these inclusive packages feel well, not very inclusive

this is a dealbreaker for us

Creator's Tips & Advice

Ask about all taxes and fees before booking, especially for cruises with Spanish ports
Check how taxes apply to drink packages and onboard purchases

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhy did the creators decide not to book a Norwegian Cruise Line cruise?
QHow does the Spanish tax affect cruise packages and onboard spending?

Topics Covered

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YouTube Video Description

We were moments away from booking a cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line - names given, dates of birth taken - when one unexpected detail came up that made us walk away completely. In this video, we explain why we decided not to go ahead with booking a Norwegian Cruise Line cruise, and talk through what happened during the booking call, why the information we were given caught us so off guard, how it could impact the overall cruise experience, and why it ultimately became a deal breaker for us. We’ve cruised with Norwegian Cruise Line before and had a great experience, which made this decision even harder - but this one detail just didn’t sit right with us. If you’re considering booking an NCL cruise, particularly a European itinerary, this is something you’ll want to be aware of before you commit. Norwegian Cruise Line (often referred to as NCL) is a well-known cruise line offering a more relaxed, “freestyle” approach to cruising, with flexible dining, a wide range of onboard entertainment, and itineraries sailing worldwide, including Europe, the Mediterranean, and the Caribbean. NCL is popular with couples, families, and first-time cruisers, and offers optional add-on packages such as the More at Sea drinks and dining packages to customise your cruise experience. Let us know in the comments: Would this stop you booking a cruise? Have you ever walked away from a booking at the last minute? Do you think cruise lines should be more upfront about these things? Subscribe to our channel and come cruise with us: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2PBHjq1vZ6a0ILp7yRxuyg?sub_confirmation=1 #norwegiancruiseline #ncl #cruise 🛳 Get a Personalised Map of Your Cruise! We’re proud to be working with The Cruise Maps, who use GPS tracking to create beautifully detailed maps of your exact cruise route. If you’d like your own personalised cruise map, you can get 10% off by ordering through our link: www.thecruisemaps.com/NAMY *We earn a small commission if you order using our link - it doesn’t cost you anything extra, but it really helps support our channel! Please also note that you can’t stack discounts, so if you’re already using another offer, only one will apply.* Who Are We? We’re Amy & Nathan - two cruise-loving idiots who document life onboard cruise ships with a mix of tips, reviews and humour. From Marella to MSC and everything in between, we’re here to help you plan your next cruise (and show you what not to do along the way!). Follow us on Social Media: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/namydoescruising/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/namydoescruising TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@namydoescruising?_t=8mLjdvI9TmL&_r=1