Too Many First-Time Cruisers Still Get This Wrong

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Cruising As Crew

👁️ 10K views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 16:25

Carnival Cruise Line

What This Creator Said

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Veteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

picking the wrong Cruise Line can really destroy your outlook on cruising

I would recommend paying the premium to choose your cabin because as we've just gone through if you're put in the wrong place it can really ruin your cruise

the reason that these excursions are at a higher price point is because they do come with security

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Research cruise lines to match your demographic (e.g., mass lines for families, premium/luxury for adults).

✓Pay the premium to select a specific cabin location to avoid noise or motion sickness.

✓Budget an additional 50-100% of the initial fare for onboard expenses.

✓Book ship-organized excursions for the security of knowing the ship will wait for you.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Choosing the wrong cruise line — Research the target demographic of the line; mass lines are better for families, while premium/luxury lines are better for adults.

Cabin location and comfort — Pay to select a specific cabin; avoid being near the gym, theater, or at the very front/back to prevent noise and seasickness.

Hidden costs — Expect to spend 50-100% of your fare on extras like drinks, Wi-Fi, and gratuities.

Missing the ship during excursions — Book ship-organized excursions to ensure the ship waits for you in case of transport delays.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow do I choose the right cruise line for my needs?

QShould I worry about my cabin location?

QHow much extra money should I budget for onboard spending?

QAre expensive ship excursions worth it?

Topics Covered

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Port Highlights

Rome

Top: Excursion to Rome ($100)

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