Cruising has changed even over the last few years, & unfortunately some cruise tips are no longer relevant. Even if you want cruise YouTube videos about cruise tips & hacks (even mine), there is some cruise advice that isn’t as useful these days.
This fun cruise video is still full of good cruise tips and information – as we go over some of the changes on cruises & why these cruise travel tips have changed.
Whether you’re a first time cruiser or someone who has cruised for years, this video will be helpful & fun cruise talk.
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36 Comments
I bring the highlighter then mark my app I know double but how my brain works
If I drive I pack formal wear because it is fun
Fun video keep it going
I loved the older cruise experience. It was elegant, and a real splurge. I think the introduction of specialty dining and mega ships was the real downfall of the cruise industry. It is not the same at all. Sadly. If you want the same kind of experience, you must only cruise with the more exclusive lines. In the past, even Carnival had a much more upscale experience.
If your device needs USB-C, you need to bring the plug for that and not a usb to usb-c adapter or cord. This is especially true for computers if you want a full and fast charge!
I disagree with the fact that smart phones aren't expensive. I bought the cheapest one available when I had to upgrade last time and it was $400. My family members who bought new ones that had more "bells and whistles" than mine spent about $1,000 each. That seems like an awful lot of money to be considered "not that expensive."
Makes me very sad to see everything the cruise lines have taken away and still raieed the fares. Giving us a lot less for a lot more. SAD.
I would love to see a video about the way things used to be, going as far back as you can. I first cruised in 1989, and like you said, no more ice sculpture, no more midnight buffet and so much more. Thx in advance.
no longer doing 2 daily cabin services, no longer free room service. just lousy
Thanks!
Love you guys!!! Your our favorite. Genuine and real and you stick with the topics and stay on point. Jenny B is such a beauty. Your a lucky man.
I no longer tip the Maitre D. Nowadays, you never see them until the last night ! Or last formal night. I tip our waiters that served us most. Gone are the days where every table had up to 3 waiters and a sommelier. I miss the old days.
Appreciated .
Hi. Though I didn’t participate but in May the NCL Getaway had a men only “Sexy Leg” contest by the pool. Some serious laughs.
Great videos.
I think some people would really enjoy the small cruises like Windstar. Not as crowded snd people still look nice at dinner. But no big shows, but still fun entertainment every eve and some day activities when not at port
I think it would be cool to hear about all the things that used to happen on cruises that don’t anymore. Are used to love participating in the hairy chest contest, which they don’t do anymore. 😎😎😎
Thank you so much thanks to your wonderful informative videos I enjoyed my cruise a lot.
Love my formal nights, I still use a highlighter, And I'm still gonna tip in cash……..
Hello, great information! I will be traveling in the Costa Smeralda and I'm a first time cruiser. I watched your first time cruise video. I am looking for information about this cruise if you have any and also about the phone and computer adaptors to charge. Kind regards Victoria
That video would be very interesting yes please show me. I remember the midnight buffet on my first cruise ever with Royal Caribbean Adventures of the Seas.
I would love to see a video about what use to happen on cruise ships! How it differs from today’s cruises !
I love using my phone to plan my activities ❤
I think I just read the carnival might be bringing back the midnight buffet on a ship or two
I just got off Carnival and they have brought back a midnight buffet but it more casual foods. Also they did do an ice sculpting on our day at sea.
Midnight buffet, fancy dresses, tux etc. Needed to go away.
Pay gratuities ahead of time wonderful idea, i still do take some cash for extra tipping.
I miss the chocolate and butter buffett.sculptures made from chocolate that were so beautiful but we got to eat them anyway..and the intricate butter statues ..we used to be able to tour the kitchen but I bet we can't do that anymore..staffing issues…those were the days….
Really enjoying your videos!!!
One outdated cruise tip is to wake up very early and leave a hat, book, or towel on prime deck chairs for use later! Some cruise lines are enforcing rules on this bad behavior!!!
I would love you to do a video of you talking about the old ways on a ship. I love watching your vids so much information I think it’s great xxx
I keep hearing you say to bring a non surge protector power strip… but why? What’s wrong with one with a surge protector?
I'd love a video about what used to happen on cruise ships. I remember somewhere around 1990 (I was 16), my parents went on their one and only cruise with my uncle and his wife. My mom absolutely raved about it when she got back. Yes, there was a midnight buffet (nonstop food, really)! People dressed nice every night and attended the Captain's Dinner in formal wear. She couldn't say enough about the waiters and how nice they were. It went on and on. I went on my first two cruises in 2013 and it was not at all like that. I had fun, but I believe much of that had gone away by that point. I'm not about to go on cruise #3 and #4 10 years later, and I'm guessing it will again be different than it was in 2013.
Princess had a hairy leg contest last month, my wife and 2 daughters were judges. 12 people sugned up…
This year we have cruised Norwegian and Disney we had to go to a muster drill on both cruises. I thought that was going to be a thing of the past. Last year we only had to check in at the muster station but not this year. Btw love your videos.
I wonder what would happen if some cruise lines had a cruise specifically done the way they were 20 years ago? Passengers would pay more but could experience all those previous benefits we took for granted at the time.
Love your videos!
I started cruising in 2021…been on 2….got 3 more booked….
only regret I have is not doing it sooner!!! Especially since there is no midnight buffet!
Again….love your videos!❤
And I noticed trying to get it on oasis this past week was like pulling teeth.
Companies worldwide assume everyone has a device. I electively tossed my phone away seven years ago and I will never get another one again so I prefer the Chris compass printed.
There was an ice carving at the pool on our most recent Mardi Gras cruise July 8-16. 🙂