Essential Cruise Tips
Gary Bembridge
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Cruise On-Board Changes ALREADY Agreed Due To Covid-19
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09/18/20 • 15 min
I explore the on board cruise ship changes already put in place due to the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic. Cruise ship changes that are already in place with cruise ships sailing around the world, in Europe, French Polynesia, Iceland and parts of Asia, and also those announced as in place by the mainstream cruise lines ready for when they are allowed to start cruising again. These are changes on board cruise ships that we will have to get used to.
Not Getting CRUISE CABIN UPGRADES? You’ve Not Tried This Then (podcast)
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07/13/22 • 10 min
There are 9 ways to get upgraded on a cruise. I talk about how I don’t use the ways most cruise passengers try to get upgraded on a cruise, and the techniques I have found are more successful at being upgraded on a cruise as fewer are trying them
Cruise Lines You Should Stay Far, Far Away From (Podcast)
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10/12/22 • 13 min
This video delivers on a promise I made in a past podcast about lines that I recommended to make a video of cruise lines avoid and think other cruisers should too
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8 Secrets The Cruise Lines Are Hiding In Plain Sight (podcast)
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08/10/22 • 14 min
I look at 8 things we cruise passengers see all the time on cruise ships but don’t realise they are there, what they mean nor the significance of them.
Crafty Ways To Steer Clear Of The Crowds On Busy Cruises (podcast #378)
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09/13/23 • 13 min
Cruise lines are packing their ships full these days. They're admitting that they're selling at 100% or higher capacity. So, ships are really, really full, and I've seen this firsthand on a recent cruise, like MSC Cruises, Norwegian, or Caribbean, even Princess in Alaska. So, I want to share with you proven techniques to deal with managing crowds and avoiding crowds.
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Cruise Tip #103: Four First-Time Cruise Tips
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08/10/16 • 3 min
In this episode Gary Bembridge, cruise expert and author, shares another Essential Cruise Tip.
Four First-Time Cruise Tips
I was asked by "Cruise International Magazine" to provide a few tips for first-time cruisers for an article they were doing with suggestions from different cruise writers and bloggers.
These are the four that I provided:
(1) Chose your cruise line very carefully. Think about, and ideally write down, what is important to you on a vacation and use that as a checklist when deciding which line to travel with. Most key itineraries are covered by multiple cruise lines but they offer very different on-board experiences. If you want a party atmosphere you don’t want to find yourself on a line focused on traditional and quiet enrichment programs. If you want to avoid children you don’t want to be on a line that caters mostly for families.
(2) Use a cruise agent. Booking a cruise is complex. You need to select the right line, the most suitable cabin and understand what is included and excluded in your fare. There are many permutations and so work with a cruise travel agent. They will also know the latest and most appropriate promotions and offers for your needs.
(3) Check the deck plans when selecting a cabin. Review the layout of the ship you have selected using the brochure or online deck plans. Look what will be above and below you to make sure you have a quiet and calm vacation. Avoid those with public rooms, lido restaurants and decks above or below - and stay away from likely noisy areas like laundry rooms.
(4) When budgeting work on the total cost from leaving home to returning. There can be many extra and hidden costs on a cruise vacation. Understand in detail what the fare covers. The key additional costs are usually excursions (which can cost up to £50 to £100 per person), gratuities (which may be added automatically), Wi-Fi, drinks, and specialty dining. Make sure you have taken into account transfers to and from the ship and good travel insurance that includes cruise cover.
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3 Issues Driving Holland America Cruisers Crazy This Year (podcast #411)
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06/12/24 • 15 min
I recently embarked on Holland America Eurodam to host one of my group cruises with some trepidation, because I'd had past fans of Holland America telling me they were falling out of love with the line, based on three recent changes. So, I felt this would be the perfect opportunity to put these to the test, as I could tap into the thoughts of everyone on my group cruise. And, based on what we discovered, you’ll hear where we found the concerns about Holland America are right, where they are not, and why.
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8 Cruise Cabin Checks Everyone Should Do BEFORE Unpacking (podcast)
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09/07/22 • 10 min
Seasoned Cruisers Have STOPPED Packing These. Here's Why! (Podcast #380)
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09/27/23 • 13 min
There are things I no longer pack for a cruise as things have changed, others I pack different things to do the same task, things I have always packed for a cruise vacation and still do and some things I don’t understand why people pack for a cruise at all. Find out what they are and why you should rethink what you pack for a cruise
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FAQ
How many episodes does Essential Cruise Tips have?
Essential Cruise Tips currently has 426 episodes available.
What topics does Essential Cruise Tips cover?
The podcast is about Places & Travel, Society & Culture, Ocean, Cruise, River, Podcasts, Advice, Travel and Tips.
What is the most popular episode on Essential Cruise Tips?
The episode title 'Cruise News Update (Podcast)' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Essential Cruise Tips?
The average episode length on Essential Cruise Tips is 9 minutes.
How often are episodes of Essential Cruise Tips released?
Episodes of Essential Cruise Tips are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Essential Cruise Tips?
The first episode of Essential Cruise Tips was released on Dec 18, 2013.
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