5 insider secrets you must know before you take your next cruise!

The 5 insider secrets you MUST know before you take your next cruise!









Before you take your next cruise, you must take a few minutes and learn the exact same information the cruise industry knows! This information can save you hundreds of dollars and make your next cruise that much more enjoyable! Here are the following 5 cruise secrets everyone must know!







Insider tip 1: Ask if guarantees are available. This requires that you have a bit of a gambling spirit. Most cruise lines will offer a rate on a particular cabin category instead of an actual stateroom number and in effect guarantee that rate to you. Then the cruise line has the option of assigning you a stateroom in either that category or better. Sometimes you win and end up in a cabin several grades higher and sometimes you end up in exactly the category you were guaranteed. Remember, there is both an upside and downside to this program. It's best to understand this concept fully before attempting to go for a guarantee



Insider tip 2. Special Fare Eligibility - One of the reasons that smart cruisers find a knowledgeable cruise specialist and stick with them is the fact that there are quite a few special fare programs that may not be visible to cruisers doing casual research on the web. These include things like regional fares that are made available to residents of selected states. So do your homework and find a knowledgeable cruise specialist!



Insider tip 3. Manage your onboard expenditures wisely- it may seem like the cruise line is trying to sell you something at every turn. Many ships sell an "unlimited soft drink" cup for kids. If you're traveling with children, this can be a wise investment and save you some significant cash. Plan to spend an average of $10 USD to $15 USD a day for tips.



Insider tip 4. Health Concerns- Cruise lines of course will not tell you that their ships are breeding grounds for bacteria and viruses. In December 2002, the norovirus made waves in the media after a series of outbreaks on Holland America, Disney and Carnival lines, in which hundreds of passengers were infected. The good news is, the CDC posts outbreaks on its web site http://www.cdc.gov/nceh/vsp/. Do you and your family a big favor and check out their website!



Insider tip 5. It's possible to lose weight on a cruise- Yes, you read that correctly! You can actually eat what you want and still lose weight! I have come across a great program that guarantees that you will not gain any weight while you are on your cruise. The program can be found at Click Here! This is not available in bookstores. This is a dream come true if you ask me!



Enjoy that next cruise of yours and have fun!