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Best Cruise Tips: 303 Cruise Hacks Saving You Time, Money & Frustration
The thought of winter having you dreaming about the tropics? Consider exploring the world of cruising. Discover a myriad of tips and strategies that’ll make your next cruise vacation a positive, memorable experience. Updated in 2021.
And we all desire creating lasting memories that we can share with others for years to come, wouldn’t you agree?
Just a couple of these cruise hacks could SAVE you a pretty penny. Or, a dull one at that.
Wouldn’t that be better than a kick in the rear end with a frozen boot?
Each of the cruise tips described in this guide is concisely written so that you can quickly and easily identify with those cruise hacks that resonate with you the most.
I don’t know about you, but this makes me happier than the monks who discovered the word was “celebrate” not “celibate”.
Tap into the best travel tips out in the market with no extraneous fluff to wade through.
Wouldn’t that make your reading experience that much more rewarding?
Whether you prefer relaxing and unwinding while watching the ocean sail by, or looking forward to participating in a myriad of onboard activities and excursions, we’ve got you covered.
Get the answer to these burning When specifically should you use the services of a cruise-expert travel agent? What cost-saving measures should you take when selecting your itinerary and booking your cruise? Where should you actually be looking to find great deals on cruises? What 10 mistakes to avoid when getting ready for your cruise? How do you optimize your time on embarkation day and get to the fun faster? What could you be doing while onboard? How do you make the most of your days in ports of call? How do you stay connected to the outside world without it costing an arm & a leg? What should you expect and NOT expect on your last day of cruising?
Well, I don’t know about you but I’m dancing around Gangnam style at the prospects. Paws in the air!
You’ll gain insights into how to best prepare and pack for your cruise so that you can really enjoy your time spent doing the things you value the most with fewer worries and aggravations.
We’ll have you spending more quality time with loved ones, friends and family while making the most of your days onboard and in ports of call.
Why not escape another harsh winter with a cruise vacation?
Find out how these cruise tips and hacks could save you time and a bottle of Tylenol in planning and preparing for your next ultimate adventure, by clicking on the “LOOK INSIDE” button to sample this guide.
Start tapping into several hundred money-saving tips.
Pick up a copy Now!
And we all desire creating lasting memories that we can share with others for years to come, wouldn’t you agree?
Just a couple of these cruise hacks could SAVE you a pretty penny. Or, a dull one at that.
Wouldn’t that be better than a kick in the rear end with a frozen boot?
Each of the cruise tips described in this guide is concisely written so that you can quickly and easily identify with those cruise hacks that resonate with you the most.
I don’t know about you, but this makes me happier than the monks who discovered the word was “celebrate” not “celibate”.
Tap into the best travel tips out in the market with no extraneous fluff to wade through.
Wouldn’t that make your reading experience that much more rewarding?
Whether you prefer relaxing and unwinding while watching the ocean sail by, or looking forward to participating in a myriad of onboard activities and excursions, we’ve got you covered.
Get the answer to these burning When specifically should you use the services of a cruise-expert travel agent? What cost-saving measures should you take when selecting your itinerary and booking your cruise? Where should you actually be looking to find great deals on cruises? What 10 mistakes to avoid when getting ready for your cruise? How do you optimize your time on embarkation day and get to the fun faster? What could you be doing while onboard? How do you make the most of your days in ports of call? How do you stay connected to the outside world without it costing an arm & a leg? What should you expect and NOT expect on your last day of cruising?
Well, I don’t know about you but I’m dancing around Gangnam style at the prospects. Paws in the air!
You’ll gain insights into how to best prepare and pack for your cruise so that you can really enjoy your time spent doing the things you value the most with fewer worries and aggravations.
We’ll have you spending more quality time with loved ones, friends and family while making the most of your days onboard and in ports of call.
Why not escape another harsh winter with a cruise vacation?
Find out how these cruise tips and hacks could save you time and a bottle of Tylenol in planning and preparing for your next ultimate adventure, by clicking on the “LOOK INSIDE” button to sample this guide.
Start tapping into several hundred money-saving tips.
Pick up a copy Now!
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Published June 2, 2018
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August 14, 2023
Best Cruise Tips: 303 Cruise Hacks Saving You Time, Money & Frustration by Randall Stewart
111-page Kindle Ebook 118 pages when you count unnumbered pages including Introduction
Genre: Travel, Reference, Tourism
Featuring: Introduction, Selecting Your Cruise, Getting a Good Price, What to Book, Finding Your Cruise, Getting to Your Cruise, Packing Your Bags, Your Personal ID, Papers and Money; What to Wear?, Traveling with Children, Beverages, Miscellaneous Items, Taking Along Electronics, Your Pre-Cruise “To Do” Schedule, Embarkation Day, What to Do Onboard, Making the Most at Ports of Call, Staying Connected, Your Last Day, Handling Problems & Concerns; Afterword, Meet Randall, Q & A Format
Quotes: "Tip #298: Preventing COVID-19, Norovirus and Zika. Practice good hygiene everywhere you go. Wash your hands frequently and use the hand sanitizers that the ship provides to avoid picking up anything off of railings, doors, chairs and tabletops. COVID has drastically changed how the cruise lines feed and entertain their patrons. Constant sanitizing greatly decreases your chances of catching any contagious virus. Also, when you head into ports of call, plan on taking a few personal hygiene items with you, such as a small bottle of hand sanitizer, protective masks, toilet paper, small hand towel or some wet naps."
"Tip #70: Best Days to Fly? Tuesdays and Wednesdays tend to be the cheapest days to actually fly. Fridays and Saturdays are often more expensive. Most cruise vacationers fly in a few hours to a day before their departure. We’ve found that by flying in mid-week what we save on airfare pays for an extra night’s stay at a hotel or AirBnB. That extra vacation time spent unwinding before our cruise makes our entire vacation that much more relaxing and memorable, wouldn’t you agree?"
Rating as a movie: PG
My rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟⛴️❓️
My thoughts: 🔖Page 20 of 111 Ch. 4 Finding Your Cruise - This book is pretty much FAQ under various subject chapters. It's easy to read and very informative so far.
🔖32 Ch. 6 Packing Your Bags - The last chapter was very helpful. I'm adding many of these tips to my plans. Only stopping because it's too late to read.
This book is written in a Q&A format but instead of long questions, it's short tips with short paragraph explanations. Some are written as tips, "Verify Who Your Neighbors Are," and others are written as questions, "Sensitive to Motion Sickness." Of all of the books I've read so far, this is the one that I'm not only going to revisit next year, but it made my packing list and will be my go-to on board.
Recommend to others: Yes! This has been the most helpful cruise travel guidebook I've read to date. Cruisers should absolutely read it.
111-page Kindle Ebook 118 pages when you count unnumbered pages including Introduction
Genre: Travel, Reference, Tourism
Featuring: Introduction, Selecting Your Cruise, Getting a Good Price, What to Book, Finding Your Cruise, Getting to Your Cruise, Packing Your Bags, Your Personal ID, Papers and Money; What to Wear?, Traveling with Children, Beverages, Miscellaneous Items, Taking Along Electronics, Your Pre-Cruise “To Do” Schedule, Embarkation Day, What to Do Onboard, Making the Most at Ports of Call, Staying Connected, Your Last Day, Handling Problems & Concerns; Afterword, Meet Randall, Q & A Format
Quotes: "Tip #298: Preventing COVID-19, Norovirus and Zika. Practice good hygiene everywhere you go. Wash your hands frequently and use the hand sanitizers that the ship provides to avoid picking up anything off of railings, doors, chairs and tabletops. COVID has drastically changed how the cruise lines feed and entertain their patrons. Constant sanitizing greatly decreases your chances of catching any contagious virus. Also, when you head into ports of call, plan on taking a few personal hygiene items with you, such as a small bottle of hand sanitizer, protective masks, toilet paper, small hand towel or some wet naps."
"Tip #70: Best Days to Fly? Tuesdays and Wednesdays tend to be the cheapest days to actually fly. Fridays and Saturdays are often more expensive. Most cruise vacationers fly in a few hours to a day before their departure. We’ve found that by flying in mid-week what we save on airfare pays for an extra night’s stay at a hotel or AirBnB. That extra vacation time spent unwinding before our cruise makes our entire vacation that much more relaxing and memorable, wouldn’t you agree?"
Rating as a movie: PG
My rating: 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟⛴️❓️
My thoughts: 🔖Page 20 of 111 Ch. 4 Finding Your Cruise - This book is pretty much FAQ under various subject chapters. It's easy to read and very informative so far.
🔖32 Ch. 6 Packing Your Bags - The last chapter was very helpful. I'm adding many of these tips to my plans. Only stopping because it's too late to read.
This book is written in a Q&A format but instead of long questions, it's short tips with short paragraph explanations. Some are written as tips, "Verify Who Your Neighbors Are," and others are written as questions, "Sensitive to Motion Sickness." Of all of the books I've read so far, this is the one that I'm not only going to revisit next year, but it made my packing list and will be my go-to on board.
Recommend to others: Yes! This has been the most helpful cruise travel guidebook I've read to date. Cruisers should absolutely read it.
April 5, 2019
Really good read, VERY well organized!
I've read a ton of cruise tips/tricks/hacks books in preparation for my upcoming cruise of Italy and The Greek Isles. This book had similar information but was laid out so much better! It's a great resource!
I've read a ton of cruise tips/tricks/hacks books in preparation for my upcoming cruise of Italy and The Greek Isles. This book had similar information but was laid out so much better! It's a great resource!
December 4, 2023
Some good information for 1st time cruisers, some bad (such as a suggestion how to smuggle drugs and alcohol on board). This book is very focused on Caribbean/Mexico cruises, as it is frequently mentioned that so many places will take "greenbacks" in place of local currency. There are repeated "hacks" and a few outdated recommendations. One such recommendation is to bring travelers checks -many people don't even know what they are these days.
April 6, 2023
Very Informative
This was very informative and easy to read. I will definitely be using some of these tips for my first cruise.
This was very informative and easy to read. I will definitely be using some of these tips for my first cruise.
October 11, 2025
Worth every penny!
July 29, 2025
I rate this book 3.5 stars. Easy read, straightforward bite-sized tips. Great for people interested in cruising and those wanting to hear about other cruisers experiences. The information could have been better organized and presented into categories such as TIPS: before, during and after within each chapter. Author shares a blurb at the beginning of the chapter and then lists the tips in each of the 19 chapters. Formatting the layout of the text does not meet traditional publication standards. I found that without the flush-right column, the jagged edge throughout the entire read made for a big distraction for me. Otherwise, good content is chunked into bite-sized and informative pieces for those who may be new to cruising.
September 29, 2020
Excellent Read!
So very informative! Enjoyed reading the info and learned some things. Can never overlook safety and best practices when traveling . Enjoy your next adventure! Dianne
So very informative! Enjoyed reading the info and learned some things. Can never overlook safety and best practices when traveling . Enjoy your next adventure! Dianne
July 6, 2018
Very useful
We are preparing for our first cruise and this book will save us from making many mistakes. Well worth the money.
We are preparing for our first cruise and this book will save us from making many mistakes. Well worth the money.
September 20, 2025
Alaska cruise prep. A lot of the material can be found online or in YouTube videos, but it was helpful to have it all in one place.
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