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Quick Checklist Before You Sail
The cruise fare may get you on the
ship, but once you're aboard, you'll likely encounter many optional purchases.
Not every cruise line offers every item listed below, and participation is
always your choice. Knowing what to expect can help you set a budget before you
leave home.
1.
Specialty restaurants
2.
Beverage packages
3.
Premium coffee and specialty drinks
4.
Bottled water
5.
Soda packages
6.
Wi-Fi and internet packages
7.
Spa treatments
8.
Salon services
9.
Thermal spa passes
10. Fitness classes
11. Professional photographs
12. Casino gambling
13. Bingo games
14. Art auctions
15. Designer watches
16. Jewelry stores onboard
17. Duty-free shopping
18. Shore excursions booked through the
cruise line
19. Transportation options in port
20. Souvenirs and gifts in port
21. Local jewelry stores at cruise
destinations
22. Cabin upgrades
23. Priority boarding or priority
disembarkation programs
24. Room service charges where
applicable
25. Laundry and pressing services
26. Automatic gratuities or daily
service charges, depending on your fare
27. Future cruise deposits with onboard
incentives
28. Premium beverage tastings or
culinary events
29. Limited-timedaily sales and
promotional offers
30. Impulse purchases created by the
"today only" mindset
The
Bottom Line
None of these purchases are
inherently bad.
Many passengers genuinely enjoy
specialty dining, memorable excursions, spa treatments, or shopping for
souvenirs. The important point is understanding that these opportunities exist
before you board.
The more informed you are, the more
control you'll have over your vacation budget.
The cruise fare gets you there.
Your decisions determine what the
vacation ultimately costs.
Bill Conley
America's Favorite Life Coach
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