Tag: tips
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Items to Add to Your Cruise Packing List
Even most first-time cruiser have a pretty good grasp on the essentials that will be needed. But it is only after several cruises that you have the full picture of all of the added necessities for a successful and relaxing vacation onboard a ship with thousands of other people. Adding these few small items will not only make your trip more enjoyable but it will make you appear to be the seasoned pro who others come to for advice and information. Your Cup Runneth Over Most people are used to a Read more […] -
How To Tip On A Cruise Ship
Leaving a tip or gratuity for a service provider is simply a gesture to say thank you for prompt, quality service. And in most parts of the world, it is this added income that increases a server’s modest income to a living wage. But what many travelers don’t know is that there are certain standards for tipping when it comes to the huge number of service providers on a cruise ship. Over Tipping? There is one instance where many guests are unknowingly over tipping during their cruise. When Read more […] -
How To Get It All For Less On A Cruise Ship
The thought of a cruise vacation can sound very appealing when you think about making a single payment before your trip and then not having to worry about paying for anything for the duration. But there are more added costs than you might expect on many of the larger cruise ships. Some fees, such as tips, are just the nature of being in an atmosphere where there are numerous service providers. But there are other pointers that can allow you to enjoy all of the extra amenities at a more reasonable Read more […] -
How to Prevent Jet Lag so It Doesn’t Ruin Your Cruise
As you are packing for your cruise, there might be a few items that you are overlooking if your trip requires a long flight to your departure port. When flying across multiple time zones to meet your ship, jet lag is a very real possibility. But there are a few tips and tricks which can help to minimize the impact that this necessary evil has on your vacation plans. Understanding Jet Lag Jet lag is actually a short-term sleep disorder which occurs when you fly across several time zones. This Read more […] -
Cruise Ship Food and Drink Tips for First Time Cruisers
The cruise industry does a pretty good job of getting all travelers excited about the wide assortment of food and drinks offered during a cruise. The photos of the mile-long buffet and the immaculate accommodations in the formal dining room are enough to make even the most particular foodies excited about the cuisine. But there are a few little-known tidbits of information about the meal and drink options on a cruise ship that only the most experienced cruisers know and benefit from. Unlimited Read more […] -
Two Important Tips to Know Before Your First Cruise
Most travelers are aware that the space in a cruise ship cabin is very limited. And with that in mind, most new cruisers work diligently to pack selectively in an effort to conserve space. In many cases trying to save space results in missing a few items which can have a big impact on the success or failure of your first cruise experience. Two of these critical items are a high-quality dry bag and an assortment of Ziploc-like plastic bags. The Dry Bag As you might have guessed, there are many Read more […]
