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Top 10 tips for first time cruisers 2018

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Caribbean · Summer · 14 nightsVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

first off fly in the night before unless you live very close to the cruise port it's not worth not spending one hundred and fifty two hundred dollars to spend a nice relaxing night in the hotel

the drink packages just aren't worth it if you're spending seventy nine 80 dollars on a drink package that means you have to drink seven to ten drinks every single day

never ever forget to put your cell phone on airplane mode you go away for 7 days you didn't switch it over you come back you got a five to seven hundred dollar extra phone bill

every cruise ship cabin has a safe use the safe your passport your wallet your purse all your valuables should be in that safe and that safe should be closed at all times

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Fly in the night before your cruise to avoid missing the ship due to flight delays.
✓Don't bring a lot of cash; use your credit card for onboard expenses and pay for excursions in advance.
✓Drink packages are not worth it unless you drink 7-10 drinks daily; consider your itinerary and port days.
✓Always put your cell phone on airplane mode to avoid high roaming charges.
✓Use the safe in your cabin for valuables and keep it closed at all times.
✓Wear sandals or rubber-soled water shoes on deck to prevent slipping.

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Missing the ship — Fly in the night before and never be late for the ship, especially if excursions are booked independently.
High costs — Avoid drink packages unless you drink heavily; use credit cards and pay for excursions in advance.
Motion sickness — Choose a cabin in the bottom deck midship for the most stability.
Safety in ports — Stick to tried-and-true areas and avoid back alleys in ports.

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow should I prepare for my first cruise?
QWhat should I know about money and spending on a cruise?
QHow can I avoid common pitfalls like missing the ship or high phone bills?
QWhat are the best tips for safety and comfort on a cruise?

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Top 10 tips for first time cruisers 2018. We have a lot of first time cruisers who have joined the channel so I thought I'd better give out my top 10 tips for 1st times cruisers for 2018 before the summer hits. Need to contact me with questions or to book a cruise? You can email me at dterris@travelonly.com Looking for information on out group cruise? Email me at cruisingwithdon@hotmail.com check out some of these other videos. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Op6HiZXJGtg&t=105s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f3p2lyivF88&t=45s