The summer is quickly approaching and holidaymakers will be looking forward to their cruises in the sun. Although many feel confident they know how to prepare for their cruise, experts are recommending passengers to make one essential stop before their holiday this year.
Packing the essential items, checking in early and making sure you have a transfer plan are all important things to do for cruise passengers. However, the experts say there is one “non-negotiable” step to carry out before boarding the boat to ensure you save a bit of cash.
Some cruise lines let people bring on a limited amount of wine to save them forking out for expensive prices onboard. The experts also recommend taking some “between meals snacks” on cruise holidays.
The Cruise Critic said: “Make the supermarket a non-negotiable stop on your way to the cruise port.
“Some cruise lines let you bring on bottled water and cans of your favorite soft drink free of charge, so you don’t have to suffer on a Pepsi cruise if you’re a Diet Coke fan or shell out two bucks whenever you want a seltzer.”
They explained that although some may allow wine – to expert a corkage fee in some trips.
The experts added: “Most will also let you bring on a limited amount of wine – though you’ll have to pay a corkage fee to drink it in an onboard restaurant.
“Plus, despite offering vast amounts of food, cruise lines aren’t so good with prepackaged snack foods that you might want for a between-meal snack or beach day munching.
“Stock up on granola bars, to-go packs of crackers, even your favorite candy before setting sail.”
