Cruise Hacks, Tips, & Tricks 2019

[@debbiegibbssmith]

Thank you! Great tips, especially pack loads 😍

[@alexmansour123]

So glad I came across your video. Huge thanks. So many good tips!!! The WiFi hack was a fantastic one. Just ordered a portable router on Amazon for about $24 and saved probably about $150+. The Charcoal pill... great tip! Power strip... Ditto! Magnets... Ordered on Amazon! Towel grips/holders... Ordered on Amazon! Water bottles... great! Just a wonderful video, especially for those who don't cruise regularly.

[@DestinedJourney]

Alex M I’m so glad it was helpful! Thanks for the feedback.

[@softball2525]

Royal Carribean took my powerstrip last time i cruised with them

[@yocarilopez2361]

I love your tips thank you so much I'm sure they will be very helpful

[@DestinedJourney]

You're so welcome!

[@vandaalexander160]

The activated charcoal tip is mind blowing. Thank you 🙏🏽

[@princessjojosworld1073]

Actually the commission is built into the price. You are paying commissions regardless of using an agent or not. However, agents can even price match to get you a cheaper rate or upgrade. I have worked booking at a major cruise line and now a travel agent.

[@rodtumlin9608]

exactly!

[@TinaDenise10251954]

Thanks for the tips! One other thing need be known about activated charcoal, it will absorb meds being taken so it's best to take at least one hour before meals or 2 hours after.

[@kkitty44]

Activated charcoal IS how they pump your stomach at the hospital.

[@donnabrown5727]

Wow thanks for the water bottle reminder. I saw others a cruise ago with them and the idea passed me up. Tea bags tip makes me very happy. Thank you for sharing.

[@elizabethkemp2423]

I'm going to be stuck on the three fatalities for a minute

[@asialynn5536]

YES!!!! She just said it and I'm so stuck on it. I need to know what happened lol

[@meredithlittle8981]

😳 for real. I had to stop and come down here. That's not normal right 😬

[@Bildad1976]

What a big help! Thanks so much for your time & effort, a lot of your tips will be a gamechanger for us! Carnival Sunrise in 67 days!

[@DestinedJourney]

Not too long to wait. Enjoy!!

[@paulhaley5344]

Great Video,,Very Well Explained & Very Informative ! Thank you !

[@deborahmousolite4216]

Thank you so very much for all of your great tips! It's so nice to have an experienced cruiser to tell us what to do and what not to do!! My very first cruise is in 26 days!! Can't wait!!!

[@DestinedJourney]

Did you love it???

[@gairysievright7753]

Thanks for the tip

[@form76]

Thanks for your tips especially VIATOR and SHORELINE apps

[@kimberlycass1523]

I really like this video. The activated charcoal was new I had never heard of it. Thank you for the tip I purchased it

[@TheWanderingWife]

If you think you might get seasick, there are two things you should do before you leave home. 1. Ask you doctor for a prescription for the patch. They really work! 2. Take ginger chews. Ginger is an ancient remedy for nausea, and I can tell you from experience as a frequent traveler, they work! I buy them by the pound on Amazon, and they’re always in my purse or day bag. Ginger ale also helps, but many brands don’t have real ginger in them anymore, so check the label. If your ship has sushi, ask them for some fresh ginger that you can suck on.

[@user_-vv9og]

The Wandering Wife I just get car or sea sick if I’m hungry

[@user_-vv9og]

When you have a full stomach it will take your mind off it

[@TheWanderingWife]

Nicholas Armstrong that works the opposite for me. Full stomach makes me a LOT more sick!

[@user_-vv9og]

The Wandering Wife oh that’s ok

[@user_-vv9og]

Then have medication

[@vandaalexander160]

Others have said the ship’s excursion prices are inflated. They suggest you do some research for a reputable company. You are the first to provide a starting point. Thank you so much!

[@wjhibb1]

ive used viator and was satisfied.

[@kimdranko8015]

I don't know if this was mentioned....in regards to the magnetic clips. You can use them on the mirror too. I put mine on the mirror and was able to hang my necklaces on them instead of getting them tangled on the counter.

[@amberpaul4245]

I took activated charcoal when I had “Bali belly” in Bali and it cured it so quickly! It was life changing.

[@heatherruth-durham4164]

One hack I like to pass on is "put your phone in airplane mode" while on the cruise ship. Your phone will be constantly roaming for a signal and the battery goes down very fast. We take it off every hour or so and check in for messages sent for meet-ups for the family, then back in airplane mode.

[@waltermichie6378]

very good info

[@UN0Cards]

Thank you for your tips! I never purchase travel insurance, but I just looked into RoamRight and it definitely is affordable for just in case.

[@frankamdur870]

Thank you very much give a lot of great information I’m putting together a written list to use for myself as a check off but also give it to my friends that might be a value for you to post on your website or other items take care have a great day. I got the idea from home maintenance checklist I want to do each season and a quarter and monthly and that’s why having that check off list was very helpful Your fan from San Jose California

[@DestinedJourney]

Frank Amdur That would be great. Thanks Frank! 😉

[@shanda6260]

With the router in bridge mode does everyone have to be in the same cabin or does it work all over the ship

[@DestinedJourney]

I am not exactly sure of the specific distance, but yes the person (or device) with the WIFI package would have to be nearby.

[@bellabeasophia]

Great video Thank you Now a new subbie!!!

[@moldyduster347]

Great video , learned a lot

[@danielrodriguez8149]

The activated charcoal is also known for limiting a hangover the next day

[@narsdoktor]

a little pepto-bismul is also good and of course, ginger pills.. I took ginger pills instead of meclizine for my last SKY Princess cruise..awesome!

[@ricolove7727]

Hello I like your Advice I have a question ? I cant find on KZbin or how much does it cost more or less an estimate if you want to go on your own without excursion. Port Fee, disembarkation and customs or buying liquor any duty or taxes?

[@DestinedJourney]

You can do a mock booking for a cruise to see the grand total at the end before paying. It breaks all of the fees down. We book right on the cruise lines website.

[@adventureahoytravelreviews6991]

Absolutely get Insurance, never ever leave without it. You never know if you will be in an accident etc.

[@mattmorrow304]

Adventure Ahoy Travel Reviews, Tips, Join the Fun! Yes, even if you have health insurance you'll be out of network!

[@DeviantMotives]

Norwegian cruise there and I’ve never gotten an email about a room upgrade bid

[@DestinedJourney]

I haven't either and stopped trying. Best way is to book an inside room early and then upgrade closer to embarkation when the prices go down. It's a risk in case they're sold out but I don't think cruises are selling out right now.

[@adventureahoytravelreviews6991]

Shop around for excursions I find sometimes through the Cruise Line is actually cheaper. Also NO they do not charge you more when you use a Travel Agent, the commission is not added to your price at all.

[@masarati7315]

Good video, thank you. One more point … start packing way ahead of departure and don't overpack, if you do then cut the what you have by 50%, people always (Me Too) overpack, I remember one of my first tript to Europe I packed three times more than I use, was uncomfortable!!

[@maitee2248]

What about if your going on excursion. Can you pack snacks from the trip and take it with you on land?

[@DestinedJourney]

min lale You can! My kids have grabbed cereal boxes etc from the buffet and brought them on the port. Some places have restrictions on bringing fruit into their country and have dogs to smell for it. Other than that, you’re all good! 😉

[@nancysatori4744]

min lale you can’t take fruit, they have dogs to sniff them out.

[@aab171958]

Destined Journey is

[@paigebarton1840]

Fantastic hacks! We used a wonderful gentleman to book our cruise via cruises.com I received a phone call this evening because the rates dropped and he is issuing us $350! Great advice about charcoal and BTW... you have really pretty hair 😎

[@DestinedJourney]

paige barton Awwww thank you Paige. You are too kind! We just got off a ship 2 weeks ago where the charcoal came in very handy. 😉

[@DestinedJourney]

paige barton Awwww thank you Paige. You are too kind! We just got off a ship 2 weeks ago where the charcoal came in very handy. 😉

[@trulyfreeindeed]

THREE fatalities!

[@kaseydaugherty409]

Right? I wonder what happened.

[@nyasianieves1741]

She said it so effortlessly 😥

[@ThePapabear2012]

Most fatalities on cruises are people dying of old age, heart attacks and the like.

[@ashleemichaels5463]

I thought the same thing.....

[@richardp.228]

@@ThePapabear2012 heat stroke is another for the elderly.

[@lianelayman7577]

Booking too late the cruise may be sold out. I herd water bottles are not allowed on carnival.

[@DestinedJourney]

So true. Waiting until the last minute means you must be flexible and open to various options, as your first choice could sell out.

[@theintrovertcruiser4172]

I recently cruised nov 16 and i was still able to bring my water bottle.... you aren’t able to bring bottled water on the ship though

[@mpl5022]

Liane Layman true, carnival doesn’t allow pre filled water bottles because ppl put alcohol in them but you can bring 12packs of non alcoholic beverages. I found out while boarding our cruise in July & was annoyed we didn’t know that prior. You can purchase personal sports water bottle. Your bottle has to be empty when going through cruise security.

[@Carolmaizy]

Filled water bottles aren't allowed on NCL either, even if bought in port.

[@mpl5022]

3yrs ago for NCL I purchased shore excursion through Costco & there were lots of ppl from my ship ensuring me that they probably wouldn’t leave such a big group behind if we were late back (imho).

[@RebecaRojo]

Great tips, thank you!! Wanted to give my two cents on tip #1...not sure if this applies to all cruise lines, but what helped me get the best rate was to monitor prices for the best rate. Prices constantly go up and down, at least down here in South Florida. I checked the price a year prior and it was reasonable, but I knew I could get it cheaper. I started monitoring prices about 6 months prior to the sail date and once I saw the lowest price I've ever seen, I went with my gut and booked. This was not done over a year before nor was it done last minute. The price I got was actually cheaper than the price I got if I had booked over a year prior. In fact, I booked about 2 weeks prior to the cruise (on Carnival). I monitored the price thereafter out of pure curiosity and the price sky rocketed as the sail date crept closer and out of the blue, SOLD OUT (which to me is the scary part of booking "last minute") so I'm glad I booked when I did. For me, the key was to MONITOR -- I know all this varies by cruise line and location, but for me, booking either a year or a day before the cruise had very little to do with getting the best rate.

[@handa-jg7em]

We booker are 15 day befor

[@Sunflower-vp8bc]

Great tips!!!!! 🙏

[@nancysalisbury7965]

Thanks for helping put travel agencies out of business. They do NOT inflate the prices that you would get by calling the cruise lines 800 number PLUS a travel agent may give you a bottle of wine, shipboard credit or other goodies to earn your business, and AGAIN they do NOT charge more than the cruise lines.

[@oraleesmith1623]

A Travel Agent gives you a personal experience and treat you so special! I agree they will send you extra amenities for booking with them and making sure you return to them for future travel! TRAVEL AGENTS ROCK!

[@form76]

Hi , I couldn't find details of shoreline , can u please send me some options to check for shore excursions besides Viator.Thanks.By the way ,your tips are great and truly helpful

[@DestinedJourney]

form76 I’m so sorry, I think I may have misspoke. Try shore trips. Here is a link. www.shoretrips.com/excursions?caid=261445987&agaid=16418405107&kw=shoreline%20excursions&adaid=315705963065&match=e&device=m&adposition=1t2&gclid=Cj0KCQiAmsrxBRDaARIsANyiD1opsvrvtiHBF4QJTHY20DbeKGdwODK2E_SGc84WWriqLDjQE5vEaLsaAljyEALw_wcB

[@ellec2935]

Great tips.

[@Don-io6cr]

Royal Caribbean won’t allow even the cruise approved ones. If they catch them all, they caught 1 of mine

[@DestinedJourney]

Wow! I had no idea Don. Thanks for the tip!

[@maxwell-cwest8326]

Thanks, Love your tips - kill the music - too loud and very distracting.

[@msmaddy2]

What can you do if you need a handicapped cabin?

[@DestinedJourney]

They have accessible cabins. Choose that option when searching.

[@msmaddy2]

Destined Journey last minute cruises never have handicapped cabins

[@DestinedJourney]

Maddy Swick Interesting. Have you ever called a cruise consultant directly?

[@msmaddy2]

Destined Journey yes

[@richardnone5644]

here is a great trip after 20 cruises : get back to the ship on time or it leaves without you ha ha ha my favorite waving good bye to the people left behind and in the dinning room order all you can eat on one cruise my wife had 3 lobster tail dinners she is very skinny

[@Amariellah]

richard none which ship is best

[@Amariellah]

Should I buy the soft drinks package

[@richardnone5644]

@@Amariellah they were all great

[@yodieniagara6146]

@@Amariellah no

[@paulhaley5344]

✅ Travel Insurance is exactly like my home fire extinguishers. I hope I never need it,, but if I need it,,that item becomes my most prized possession !

[@bhampatty1]

Going on our first cruise next week. I have watched so many cruise hacks/tips videos that I thought no way could you have something I haven't already learned about. Wrong! You really delivered on the activated charcoal. Going to order it right now. Thanks!

[@DestinedJourney]

Patty Sisk I’m so glad, and thank you! We’re leaving today for another NCL cruise. So excited! Hopefully you love it as much as we do.

[@TrishZenCorner]

The shoreline website takes you to a webpage that has nothing to do with excursions :-/ #Help!

[@DestinedJourney]

TRISH M sorry about that. Try this. www.shoretrips.com/excursions?caid=261445987&agaid=16418405107&kw=shoreline%20excursions&adaid=315705963065&match=e&device=m&adposition=1t1&gclid=CjwKCAjwlovtBRBrEiwAG3XJ-_--Y1QWGyMgTiY8YH9qJXI1NHfYWqMGNAFvFjqHfjANTLVjRyxHeRoC0-cQAvD_BwE

[@TrishZenCorner]

@@DestinedJourney I went with the other website and you have saved us $598!!!! Thanks so much! On my trip 1st this Sat!

[@kyllegiovanni6718]

I'm sorry, three fatalities on your last cruise? You just went passed that like fatalities are a commonality, would that be a tip or a trick?

[@DestinedJourney]

Kylle Giovanni I found out it’s actually very common due to the amount of people on a cruise and the average age. 🤷🏼‍♀️ Crazy!

[@kyllegiovanni6718]

@@DestinedJourney Wow, thanks for the info; kind of scary.

[@txgirlkc242]

Kylle Giovanni it’s usually due to natural causes. Ships have a morgue and everything.

[@Don-io6cr]

Magnetic msg board so friends or others can leave a msg

[@ClintonC1991]

I am surprised a router would work. They are so easy for them to detect. The thing I learned for NCL is you can go to the front desk to remove service charges; It will save you like $300.

[@TheAlixtxe]

What exactly are these service charges?

[@ClintonC1991]

@@TheAlixtxe they say they are gratuities. I have never been so grateful to pay money. Lol

[@rockytoronto]

Clint Cochrane so are travel routers not allowed on NCL? And what were the service charges for that you were able to get them to remove?

[@ClintonC1991]

@@rockytoronto normally routers are not allowed on any network. They may not have detection on, and I thought I read it in the t&c. The service fee of $15.80/day

[@anastasiabeaverhausen2996]

Neurovirus? Do you mean norovirus?

[@JaniceCrowell]

Ear plugs!

[@mpl5022]

Janice Crowell especially for air travel. I never leave home without a few on me. 😉

[@cp-dub2085]

Uhh...hard to concentrate on the rest of the video because too busy wondering about the THREE FATALITIES?

[@DestinedJourney]

Veteran Nation Real Estate Professionals It’s actually a normal occurrence on cruises. 3 is more extreme than usual but due to the volume and average age of cruisers, it happens more than you’d expect.

[@heathergibbs3415]

I have heard from several people that they take there own bottle waters, like a 24 pack. Anyone here do that??

[@briannahast6162]

Heather Gibbs some cruise lines have limits on what you can take on the ship, but for carnival (that’s the only one i’ve been on) you can buy water for your room & it will be there when you board the ship. it’s only like $4.50 for a 12 pack of water!

[@peggywebb4620]

Not true! I get better rates than what the cruise line shows all the time by booking with a good travel agent!

[@tysonjacobs4221]

Thank you for your tips. However, I must say that relying on the charcoal for sickness is a bad idea. The norovirus incubation period is 12-48 hrs so by the time you experience symptoms the activated charcoal will not be any help. Always use proper hand hygiene and proper food handling techniques.

[@DestinedJourney]

Tyson Jacobs I agree. Healthy eating and supplements too! The charcoal has been trump card in my back pocket for a while now, and has been very helpful for us.

[@mrllamasrocks]

The charcoal doesn’t prevent you from getting the norovirus, it encases the virus (or toxin) and removes it from the body thus severely minimizing the effects if taken at the earliest onset of symptoms (nausea, gurgling).

[@reenapal3415]

Note: you have to take enough activated charcoal, until you 💩 a briquette.

[@capncmbk]

Great tips. Hate the music.

[@jeanetterichards3626]

Omg. Bad Info