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Cruise Savvy
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Приєднався 18 лис 2023
Cruising Tips, News, Tours and MORE! Cruise Savvy will include content that will help you plan your cruise. Everything from cruising tips, news, ship tours, tutorials and more! I look forward to meeting you, hearing about your adventures and collaborating on cruise tips.
A little about me. I have been cruising since 1995, when I took my first cruise out of Baltimore on a Celebrity ship and have been hooked ever since. I have sailed on Celebrity, Carnival and Royal. But mostly, Royal. I do plan on jumping on other cruise lines in order to bring you the content you need.
My goal is to provide at least one new video a week, so please check back or subscribe (free) to see what is happening here at Cruise Savvy.
Welcome Aboard! And let's see where this journey takes us.
Barb
A little about me. I have been cruising since 1995, when I took my first cruise out of Baltimore on a Celebrity ship and have been hooked ever since. I have sailed on Celebrity, Carnival and Royal. But mostly, Royal. I do plan on jumping on other cruise lines in order to bring you the content you need.
My goal is to provide at least one new video a week, so please check back or subscribe (free) to see what is happening here at Cruise Savvy.
Welcome Aboard! And let's see where this journey takes us.
Barb
PAY LESS to CRUISE | 10 Cruise Saving Tips you want to know
This video is for YOU if you want to know “How do I get the best rate for a cruise”, “How can I lower the cost of my cruise?”, “How can I save money on my existing cruise expenses” AND MORE!
Table of Contents:
00:41 - Sales
01:53 - Travel Agent
03:48 - Cabin Type
04:36 - Ship Types
05:02 - Length of Cruise
05:48 - Guaranteed Cabin
07:32 - Time of year
08:29 - Share Cabins
09:01 - PrePurchase
10:29 - Transportation
12:10 - Cruise FIX
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Table of Contents:
00:41 - Sales
01:53 - Travel Agent
03:48 - Cabin Type
04:36 - Ship Types
05:02 - Length of Cruise
05:48 - Guaranteed Cabin
07:32 - Time of year
08:29 - Share Cabins
09:01 - PrePurchase
10:29 - Transportation
12:10 - Cruise FIX
Subscribe to the Cruise Savvy Family! We would love to have you.
@CruiseSavvy
Be sure to follow us on Facebook too! profile.php?id=61556577770589
And you can even join our channel membership to get access to additional perks:
ua-cam.com/channels/5C-uba1tGQROIiwFWyt2dw.htmljoin
Take a look at our Cruise Apparel and Accessories! Some great designs.
cruise-savvy.myspreadshop.com/
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OASIS Class | Central Park | Watch and Relax [Cruise]
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Oasis Class ships have a Central Park. Check out this quick tour of Central Park on the ship. Missing your cruise? Cruise Savvy brings you the ultimate cruise fix with relaxing cruise content featuring cruise ships, ocean views, and stunning port of call destinations. Dive into the cruising lifestyle with cruise vibes, cruise clips, and inside cruise ships moments that every cruise lover and cr...
Merry CRUISEMAS from Cruise Savvy to You! | Enjoy the video
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Experience the magic of cruising with our festive Cruisemas Night poem! Whether you're preparing for embarkation day, dreaming of a cruise vacation adventure, or seeking holiday cruise vibes, this enchanting story captures the excitement of cruise ship moments. From cruise traveler preparation to dining and entertainment, discover why cruising is the ultimate holiday experience. Perfect for cru...
New Series! Get your CRUISING FIX | Cruise Ships | Watch and Relax
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Missing your cruise? Cruise Savvy brings you the ultimate cruise fix with relaxing cruise content featuring cruise ships, ocean views, and stunning port of call destinations. Dive into the cruising lifestyle with cruise vibes, cruise clips, and inside cruise ships moments that every cruise lover and cruise enthusiast will enjoy. Whether you're looking for cruise inspiration, relaxing cruise sce...
New Cruise Finds | Problem solvers | I’m Keeping on My Packing List!
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New items I took on my last cruise that made a huge difference and I wont go without them again! And Neither should you! PLUS, a new fun way to interact with fellow cruisers. Videos I referred to: ua-cam.com/video/rO2koOQq2Z0/v-deo.htmlsi=LBR9783Bks5SA1_O ua-cam.com/video/-G7ytq0hOUs/v-deo.htmlsi=e-5BPDurzIC7YJps ua-cam.com/video/9UWRXE_BUN8/v-deo.htmlsi=uQ1y3sY-AU5xhufb Here are links to the s...
Tour + Tips=Ultimate Tour | NEW | Royal Carib's Wonder of the Seas
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Join Barb for this WONDERful, comprehensive tour. She will walk you around all of the public spaces and provide tips along the way. This will be helpful if you're thinking about taking a cruise on the Wonder or if you just want to get your cruising fix! Related Content: ua-cam.com/video/c4xiA8vMNmU/v-deo.htmlsi=cqjAs_Mt_Gx7l94b ua-cam.com/video/R3jzCA3IAWg/v-deo.htmlsi=QFUZ4fRILNWleW5S ua-cam.c...
Wonder of the Seas | Inside Cabin | Full Tour
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Perfect tour to determine if an interior cabin is right for you! Join Barb as she shows you around an interior cabin on Royal Caribbean’s Wonder of the Seas. Plus, learn some Tips & Tricks. To subscribe and join our cruise community. Click here: www.youtube.com/@CruiseSavvy?sub_confirmation=1 Channel Membership NOW available! Exclusive content, video premiers and more! ua-cam.com/channels/5C-ub...
Cruise Packing | SO SIMPLE | FREE Packing Labels
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Watch this new packing method! Don't be stressed out packing for your cruise. Don't be an over packer or a “what if” packer! NEVER pay for overweight bags again. After years of trying different packing techniques I finally created a simple packing solution and you wont believe how easy it is. Subscribe to the Cruise Savvy Family! We would love to have you. @CruiseSavvy Be sure to follow us on F...
Margaritaville Islander | Worth it? | You decide.
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Are you curious about the newest ship Margaritaville Islander from Margaritaville at Sea? Are you considering taking a cruise on this ship because let’s face it, it is probably the most affordable cruise in the Caribbean. This video will provide you with the information you need to make a booking decision. Accessibility info available My personal travel agent - Contact Bill if you have any ques...
Wonder of the Seas | Meet Sheryl Insider info! | Dialysis at Sea!
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Join me as I tour this Owner's Suite aboard the Wonder of the Seas! Located on the 18th floor in the crown. PLUS take a peek at the suite sundeck that is steps from your door! In addition, my guest Sheryl provides her opinion as a suite cruiser and as a wife of a Dialysis at Seas patient. Watch to learn more! Dialysis at Seas offers dialysis patients the freedom to cruise with family and friend...
ONE Video [Viewer Requested] 17 Cruise Topics/Tips in 20 mins! Let’s GO!
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A quick GUIDE to successful cruising for new cruisers! One video covers it ALL! Plus as always, I will give you a few tips and tricks. Curated Cruising clips from the most requested frequently asked viewer questions. 17 Cruise Topics Tips in 20 mins! Let’s GO! Using your cellphone on a cruise ship - For a more detailed videos explaining all aspects of using your cell phone on a cruise ship and ...
Cruise News - Another Perfect Day! | COMING | Royal Caribbean's private destination.
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Cruisers, you have another Perfect Day to look forward to! Perfect Day Mexico. There isn’t a lot of information yet about exactly what will be built but Royal Caribbean is planning on taking the Neighborhood concept from their newer ships along with what is working so well at Perfect Day at Coco Cay to the design table. Hideaway Beach @CocoCay ua-cam.com/video/ZMmMViY5LH0/v-deo.html Free Day @C...
No Iron? No Problem! I will demo how to remove wrinkles.
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By the end of this video you will have a better understanding of how your cloths end up so wrinkled, what types of fabrics won't wrinkle AND how to get wrinkles out once you get on your cruise without access to an iron. Subscribe to the Cruise Savvy Family! We would love to have you. @CruiseSavvy Be sure to follow us on Facebook too! profile.php?id=61556577770589 And you can even j...
Cruise Addict | CRAZY about Cruising? | FIND OUT NOW | Have fun.
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Are you crazy about cruising? Could you be a cruise Addict? Do friends and family question you when you say you're going on another cruise? Do you wonder yourself if maybe you have a cruising problem? Stick around, even if your a new cruiser, cuz you guys will learn a lot today and my veteran cruisers can let me know how bad they got it! So grab a pen & paper- I am going to go through a series ...
Banned! From Cruise Line | Multi-Plug Outlet
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Royal Caribbean and Celebrity Cruise lines have just put a BIG Ole Kibosh on one of our favorite Packing items! As a matter of fact it is on my must pack list! The multi-plug adapter! If you take a look at their prohibited items list it now falls under Flammable items. I mean, a fire is the worst thing that can happen on a ship. I wonder if they have had some issues with these things catching o...
Cruise Trivia | Tips | Let’s play Cruise Savvy Trivia!
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Cruise Trivia | Tips | Let’s play Cruise Savvy Trivia!
Cruise Insider Tips | DON’T Overlook | + Money Savers!
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Cruise Insider Tips | DON’T Overlook | Money Savers!
Royal Caribbean Unlimited Dining | NOT REALLY! | Extra Fees
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Royal Caribbean Unlimited Dining | NOT REALLY! | Extra Fees
Cruise in Hurricane season? Key Things to Know [MY REGRETS]
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Cruise in Hurricane season? Key Things to Know [MY REGRETS]
Cruise Ship Events/Activities [HOW to JOIN] | Don’t Miss!
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Cruise Ship Events/Activities [HOW to JOIN] | Don’t Miss!
Cruise Free! I DID IT! Verified- [Step by Step Guide]
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Cruise Free! I DID IT! Verified- [Step by Step Guide]
Cruise Carry On Bag- MUST PACK items. | ProTips (PLUS FREE packing list!)
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Cruise Carry On Bag- MUST PACK items. | ProTips (PLUS FREE packing list!)
Pre-Cruise Mistakes = Stress | How to AVOID them! | Tips and Tricks for a smooth sailing. #cruising
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Pre-Cruise Mistakes = Stress | How to AVOID them! | Tips and Tricks for a smooth sailing. #cruising
Using a Cellphone on Cruise Ship | eSIM | Should you?? (Detailed Guide)
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Using a Cellphone on Cruise Ship | eSIM | Should you?? (Detailed Guide)
Exploring Royal Caribbean's NEW Coco Cay Hideaway Beach! |(ADULTS ONLY) #cruising #Cococay
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Exploring Royal Caribbean's NEW Coco Cay Hideaway Beach! |(ADULTS ONLY) #cruising #Cococay
Symphony of the Seas Ship Tour | 2024 Royal Caribbean #royalcaribbeancruiseship #royalcaribbean
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Symphony of the Seas Ship Tour | 2024 Royal Caribbean #royalcaribbeancruiseship #royalcaribbean
Symphony of the Seas | Royal Caribbean | Balcony Room Tour | Plus TIPS
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Symphony of the Seas | Royal Caribbean | Balcony Room Tour | Plus TIPS
Symphony of the Seas | Royal Caribbean | My Must Dos! | (Don't Miss Out)
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Symphony of the Seas | Royal Caribbean | My Must Dos! | (Don't Miss Out)
SAVE HUNDREDS with Cruise Gift Cards | FIGHT high cruise prices! | Let me SHOW you.
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SAVE HUNDREDS with Cruise Gift Cards | FIGHT high cruise prices! | Let me SHOW you.
Taino Bay-Puerto Plata | BEST New Port | Tour | FREE Lazy River and Pool (Honestly Recommend!)
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Taino Bay-Puerto Plata | BEST New Port | Tour | FREE Lazy River and Pool (Honestly Recommend!)
Are they available only 30 days before cruise date? Thanks
The planners? As shown you can pick a different sailing to see what you will most likely have on yours.
Very good information you have put out there for fellow cruisers. A good travel agent can save you lots of time and $. Enjoy your content. Wishing you every success in 2025. Keep up the good work.
Thank you! That’s very kind of you to say and I am glad you enjoy the content. Happy New Year 🎊
Nice summary - but what about Cunard ships? - not on the list?
Yeah, I can’t cover every cruise line or the video would be hours ha ha The same rules apply no matter what cruise line you are on once your at sea. You just need to find out what their plan is, normally outlined on the cruise lines website.
I’ll be sailing on the Legend next year 2025, in December. Just finished sailing on sister ship the Miracle November 2024!
Fun!! Be sure to check out the piano sing along!
@@CruiseSavvy I will!
What is your favorite part or thing to do in Central Park? I love to look for ducks and relax at the Trellis bar in the evening. Comment below.
I really wish I would’ve started gambling in the casino like 4 years ago. I just started last year and have found it’s so much cheaper to gamble to get a free cruise than to actually pay retail for them. Last year prime cost me $1200, and this year I’m at over 1800 points for only $600 and three more cruises until the end of the March. My boyfriend is also prime and between the two of us we get more offers than we are able to use
I totally agree!!! This year I spent less than $1500 to hit prime. I wish I could cruise as much as the offers I receive! 😉
I really wish I would’ve started gambling in the casino like 4 years ago. I just started last year and have found it’s so much cheaper to gamble to get a free cruise than to actually pay retail for them. Last year prime cost me $1200, and this year I’m at over 1800 points for only $600 and three more cruises until the end of the March. My boyfriend is also prime and between the two of us we get more offers than we are able to use
That’s exactly what I try to explain to my friends lol but some don’t wanna risk it! Even if you take one additional cruise then you normally would pay for it’s worth it! My friends don’t mind because they all get to go on free cruises with me. 🤣
Merry Christmas Barb! You poem is awesome! In seven days I’ll be cruising on Symphony of the Seas. 😁🎄❤️🎄
Oh that's so exciting! Enjoy your cruise and Merry Christmas 🎄
Great Video, just what I needed. My wife and I are on the Liberty OTS in February. Can't Wait!!!
Oh, the Liberty is awesome! You will have an amazing time.
Do you have screenshots of the settings? That's what would be helpful
Thx. If I am not showing exactly what you are looking for take a look at GigSky.com’s website they have screenshots of their entire process in multiple places.
Thanks for the info
You are welcome!! Thank you for watching.
Anyone from the UK and Australia, need to bring UK TO EU and UK TO US plug adapter
Ahh good call.
I haven't seen anything really negative about this ship..... their first one was a complete flop, and I think people have them confused!
Oh yes! I would avoid the first ship. 😆
We were on the same Oct20 sailing. I saw my wife and I briefly in the terminal and Royal Promenade. Haha you boarded about 2 minutes behind us.
That is too cool! I hope you had an amazing cruise! 🚢
Just getting my cruise fix. I sailed in October and, seeing this video, enjoyed reliving my own walks through the ship as well as seeing some places I hadn’t even discovered, like the Attic. Just a quick correction, though - you said Port Everglades but it is Port Canaveral.
Glad to provide your fix! Trust me I do the same thing. LOL I have some friends on ships right now and I keep making them send me pics. OHH Good Catch! Unfortunately UA-cam doesn't allow you to "edit" a video without deleting and starting over. I'll push your comment to the top so others can see the correction. I call it that all the time, I don't know why! ~Barb
Is the adult pool area accessible by w/c or is there an elevator?
The adult pool area is on the back of the ship, same level as the main pools. You do need to take an elevator to the main pool deck. Some of the doors around the ship are a little tight getting though, unfortunately.
So glad your channel popped up in my algorithm! I’m going on RCC on December 29 so I will definitely check out these gift cards.
Oh how fun! A New Years cruise :) Feel free to check out my other videos too. What ship are you going on?
What about smart watches?
Nevermind, at 5min in says turn off smart watches aswell
😁
They're only offering 8% off so $100 GC for $92 now...which is still a good savings, However, their website is hideous and many are unable to purchase GCs from them as of tonight! Do you know of a different GC source?
You can check BJ’s or Sam’s for Carnival gift cards. I’m not sure about other lines. Maybe somebody else can chime in.
Very helpful video. Thank you!
You are very welcome!
We will be in Rome for four days before we get on the ship and have to have a plug-in that is EU approved. Are they going to take it away from us on the ship? It has USB ports and plug-ins.
I’ve heard some people getting away with being able to bring them. So you are taking a chance. If they happen to take it away, they give it back to you at the end of the cruise.
Hi! What rolling garment bag do you use or recommend. I am preparing for my upcoming New Year's cruise. Thank you!😊
I have- DELSEY PARIS Helium DLX Garment Bag with Spinner Wheels. From Amazon.
@ we would love to watch how you pack your rolling garment bag. I searched UA-cam and couldn’t a video.
Hi! What rolling garment bag do you use or recommend? Thank you!😊
This is the one I have DELSEY PARIS Helium DLX Garment Bag with Spinner Wheels,
@ Thank you!!!
i think i like this better than the liberty of the seas, even tho sister ship. the freedom has a different vibe
I would have to agree! The Liberty is fantastic but the Freedom is just a step above. I also prefer the layout of Playmakers, Casino and the Schooner Bar all in a row on Freedom. 🩵
Barbara, you haven't posted anything for 3 months. Are you still active on UA-cam?
Hi! Months?? No quite but it has been almost 2 weeks. We had a death in the family. I hope do post a new video by next weekend. Thanks for reaching out 🫶🏻
Thanks, 1 person and 2 devise selections saved us 72 dollars in Royal Caribbean.
Absolutely 👍🩵
I put my phone in airplane mode before boarding a flight to London for a cruise. I took it off airplane mode upon returning to the USA. Verizon billed me for their international plan for one day anyway. It took 2 months for them to correct the error.
Wow! Glad you were paying attention to your bill and got credit back.
ATT offers two types of Cruise Packages. $100 and $60 for 30 days both are unlimited text and talk, 1 GB of media on the $100 plan.
Ahh that’s good to know. Thank you 😊
Yup. We like to always have cash for tipping. So important !!!❤
They work so hard!!
Great ideas !!!❤
Thx RSJ!
I had two on Liberty in my carry on. Zero issues. I had two on Beyond in my suitcase. Zero issues. October and November.
Oh nice!!
Thanks for the review. How was the smoke?
Smoke wasn’t bad on non-smoking side. On smoking side of course in the evening it got pretty bad. I don’t tolerate it well (grew up in a house of heavy smokers) so I stay on non-smoking side. I did play on the smoking side early as they had some machines I wanted to play.
Will we need to pay for INCOMING text messages from home?
Not if you’re on the cruise’s internet plan. You can text like you are at home.
Loved the graphics!
Thanks!! Glad you enjoyed it. 🫶🏻
Jeff Tracta from Bold and the Beautiful soap opera! I saw him last time we went on Freedom of the seas. We go most every year during Christmas Holidays!
He was amazing! I really enjoyed him.
I think a couple of dollars for your stateroom attendant is not cool, especially if you are asking them for assistance. These people don’t make much money on cruise ships.
A “couple dollars” is a loose term so people don’t have the tip debate. I treat my attendants very generous as I agree with how hard they work. That’s on top of the prepayment of tips.
Wanna see ship not you could you tell me about the ship as you are showing us the ship too much you
Thanks lots of videos out there pick one that works best for you. 🤗
This was a great video!!! Thank you.
You’re welcome ☺️
Can you tell me if there is a place to smoke cigars?
They have a designated smoking section on the pool deck and in the main casino. I do not recall seeing any signs stating it was cigarettes only. Maybe someone else who is more familiar can chime in here.
Thank you for the tips I am going to try this on my last cruise. I am just a just what if packer and the toiletries and extra cruise items always get me.
I hope it helps!! It really helped me see how much I was overthinking and overpacking. Enjoy your cruise. 🚢
Just like appliances are certified safe for household use (UL in the US and Canada, other organizations elsewhere), they should be certified safe for ocean liners. An industry convention would make like easier for the crew, the ship owner, and the passengers.
Absolutely!!
CCC China, CE Europe, UKCA,
Beware that you use a European adapter, the output voltage is probably in the 220-240 range; double that of US-Canada voltage. Most appliances that you would travel with can handle it, but make sure.
Great tip!
60Hz use
I'll be on the 1/28/25 sailing!
Oh FUN!! Have a great time.
It sounds like a good way to pack.
Haha it was much better than what I had been doing. 🤣