Cruise Tips: What to do After Boarding
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- So you are officially on your vacation and have boarded the cruise ship! Now what? Here are 17 tips of things to do after boarding and during your cruise.
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For ironing, I bring a small spray bottle and fill it with water and use the blow dryer! Works well!
Great tip, thanks!
I do the exact same thing with ice! As soon as I meet my cabin steward, I slip him a $20 and ask him to keep my small carry-on cooler filled with ice for the duration of the cruise. I never have to worry about needing ice for my drinks in my cabin. And I'm really big on ice. It's one of my necessities, lol.
Isn't that the best??? We have always had great stewards that kept us well stocked with ice!
The tip about using the tv to view the front of the ship, from an inside cabin, alone, made this worth watching. 👍
First of all, you guys are so bubbly and happy...... I hate it. You made me watch the whole video and I am short on time. I couldn't stop watching. Your energy is awesome. Great tips. Most I've seen on other videos but you definitely came with some fresh ones. For that I salute you. Keep up the good work.
Oh I just love this comment!!! I have been compiling these tips since our first cruise as I was so nervous to start cruising. Since I love it I am happy to share these with other cruisers!
LMAO Why is this hilarious to me? And these two are terribly cute. Love them. 💖
You can tell they genuinely like each other and are having fun. 😁
They’re the same person, just one has a beard.
And both have beautiful breasts.
My wife and I watched your cruise videos for a week before we went on our cruise (11/3/19 - 11/9/19) on Carnival Magic. We were super prepared because of your vids and had so much fun....thanks for doing this
I've watched a bunch of these "top 10 cruise tips" videos, and they're all really obvious things, but you guys had some really insightful things that I hadn't thought of and will make my next cruise better. Thanks!
So glad to help Doug! There is a whole series of these videos if you are interested, they are all in one playlist. Happy cruising!
i know, I always look for them on purpose, I love to watch their energy
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Another tip for inside cabins, if you need to get up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom, I always use the bathroom, and leave the light on , and shut the door as much as possible without actually closing the room. The little light provided by the bathroom light is enough to see where you are going:)))
Great tip! We have definitely done this before.
EECC Travels Thank you. Also, if I am sharing a cabin, if I get up, I will walk to the bathroom door, open the door enough for me to turn the light off. After I enter, I turn it back on. After I finish, I turn the light off, open the door, and then close it enough so where I can reach in and turn on the light. Consideration of your cabin mate goes a long way
Cell phone flashlight works well too 😄👍🏽
PLEASE PLEASE LISTEN TO THEM ABOUT THE KIDS GOING TO MEET AND GREET NIGHT. If your kids go, they will easily make friends to hang out with during the kids activities for the rest of the cruise. But if they don’t, it can be EXTREMELY hard to adjust. It’s wild, and I was an outgoing kid.
The boys made so many friends at the teen clubs! And Ethan met his girlfriend there :)
Does this also apply to Camp Ocean? I have a 7 and 11 year old.
What time does this happen? Do they have the same thing for younger kids?
@@EECCTravels what time does this happen? My son will be 15 when we travel. Do they this for camp ocean as well? Thanks
One of the first things you should do while waiting for your luggage to be delivered, go to the grill and eat. You usually board around noon or 1 and dinner isn’t until 5 or 6. You will get hungry, so go and eat. The ship serves lunch and many first-timers don’t know this. They only serve until 2 or 3, so don’t forget to go. ;)
Oh great point! Food is always at the forefront of our minds when we get on a ship so I didn't even think about mention it as a tip. But you're right, some first timers may not know!
Hungry.. how could one ever go hungry on a cruise. There is food everywhere all the time!
my first cruise we boarded at 1030 am. Just a little excited, lol. I wasn't aware of the food/lunch issue until it was too late, and we didn't bring snacks because I thought it's got a buffet, we won't ever be hungry. WRONG. Definitely eat before going to your room and bring snacks is my suggestion. You never know if you'll get the snacking urge late at night.
Another idea last day enjoy a long breakfast... then disembark...
Could get walkie talkies (2 ways for those who know them as that) instead of using the app...some apps don’t work for some cruises so this works great for smaller cruisers like p&o.
Also, wait and buy the pictures on the last night of the cruise. They put them on a huge SALE!!
How much are pictures usually?
Good to know thank you
I unpack until the Safety briefing then I get ready for dinner and drinks! You should never skip the safety briefing...it is the law and they can put you off the ship for not following or going to the safety briefing!
We are always unpacked well in time for muster drill and we are always there early. On this last cruise they kept paging people who should have been there but weren't!
Don’t forget to put smart watches in airplane mode as well. Mine has cellular service and will try to log in to ship’s WiFi too.
My first cruise back in 2012 I forgot to put my phone on airplane mode the first 4 days and my bill was $1200. Thankfully AT&T credit over 90% of it.
Oh wow!!!! I am so glad they helped you out!!!
Holy moly!
Omg!!! Thanks for sharing!!!
Yea I wasn't aware of that my first cruise and luckily halfway through my cruise att sent me a message about the fee and etc...but I ended up with a 350.00 phone bill.
Can't you just turn your data off instead of airplane mode?
Taking pix of the Fun Times for time stamps is a GREAT idea! Never thought of that one.
OMG you guys are the G.O.A.T!! My boyfriend and I are going on our first cruise in a few weeks and ive watched so many videos but yours are the best and so informative! Thanks for taking the time to share! Love your channel and cant wait to see more from you!!
Oh my gosh, thank you for this comment, you made my day!!! I hope you both have an amazing first cruise. Prepare to get addicted and ready for more!
About Roaming, If you are Tmobile, Sprint, you dont need to worry about it. Verizon has Flat fee $5 per day
Zeo Life Did you do this? I want to post at the islands
Serenity is the main reason we are taking a cruise. I'm so glad you talked about the adult decks. Sometimes you just have to break away from everyone. Thank you for sharing!
Best advice regarding cell phone roaming charges.
Thankfully, AT&T sent me a text message offering a $100 base rate charge for usage.
for a nightlight, we always just turn on the bathroom light and leave the bathroom door cracked.
Leave the curtains open and use a night light in the bathroom
Y'all are such a cute couple. I loved your tips especially about FREE stuff. I'll definitely ask for playing cards, a postcard, & free lanyard. I'm going on a Carnival cruise in 3 weeks aboard the Fantasy with my best friend of 25 years.
Kim Caulder how was the cruise? Sailing the Fantasy in a couple of weeks.
Take a long pair of spare shoelaces - I had a balcony and used them tied together and around the bolt in the balcony divider and a chair as a clothesline. Made drying of my bathers really easy.
Just found your channel. Love it. These are great tips! Just got home from our first cruise. We went to the Caribbean and sailed on Carnival Magic for 8 days. What a fantastic trip. Highly recommend it. Carnival team all over the ship was so delightful. One tip is, if you are looking to buy something specific...wait a few days, the ship always has sales as the days go by.
Wow, what a great tip about leaving the TV on the station with the front facing camera if you have an inside room. I always said I couldn’t sleep in an inside room because, although I need it to be pitch dark to sleep, I need natural light to wake up. This is a perfect compromise! Thanks!
Most adorable couple ever! Such a joy to watch. I'd love to have the 101 cruise tips list.
Talking about Secret Decks!!!
If you ever on RC Symphony of the Seas - ( or any other ship for that matter that has front of the ship open air theaters for shows) and they have pre-registering for the show that you missed. Don't stand in line for what's left public sitting. Sneak in from Secret decks right above or right below and take a stairs at the nose of the ship. They don't block those ways.
I have basically three priorities when I get on the ship - eat, drink, and let the good times roll! I always end up bringing a couple of books, but never make it through too many. I end up people watching, and doing so many activities, but those moments of relaxing and unwinding are fantastic!
Oh I know exactly what you mean!!! That is the best part of a cruise is just relaxing! How many days for you guys???
EECC Travels 170 or so days. Not soon enough! We'll probably rewatch a couple of your cruise vids to get us in the mood during that time. Love watching you two interact. Reminds us of us. Ha!
I am currently watching all of the cruise videos I can find... and yes, rewatching some of ours too :) We love watching you guys too!
do you guys have a favorite ship or cruise line you like to go on or its whatever whenever wherever? maybe we will see you all out sometime - like i mentioned we will be on the vista next september - wooo!
mrcoaster1 I got so drunk one night... lol I fell right in the middle of everyone and the 2 girls I made friends with that night had to take me back to my room. My boyfriend was already back in the room and he answered the door like what the hell haha good times good times
My first cruise is april 24th 2021 on the newly remodeled radiance. It's a 8 day cruise to aruba curacao and grand turk. I was really nervous till I subscribed to your channel and started watching your videos. I am even taking your packing tips to heart. 😂😂 Thanks for all the great info.😊🌊⛱🌴
I like this couple..😊thanks for the travel tips 👍perfect timing we are going a 7 days cruise to alaska
On my bucket list. Enjoy
Continuing to enjoy your videos! On the Sunshine last year, our cabin was across the hall from a laundry room. People brought chairs and lined them down the hall waiting for their turn. Many appeared to be doing laundry from the whole week as if they didn't have washing machines at home or something. It lasted kind of late sometimes and they weren't exactly quiet about it. Might be something to try and check out when picking a cabin! My tip in that regard is "white" ares are not your friends on the deck plans. Check above, below, or next door. These are generally crew areas like stairways or storage areas.
True let's cruise all the time port of Miami is my favorite port to sail out of
You both are incredible...sharing all your experiences and giving tips to everyone is a sign of generousity....Its shows though that you are blessed to have this opportunity to joined cruises. It's an expensive trip hey....God bless you and your kids.
I think the best kind of phone to take on a cruise is what's called a pay-as-you-go phone, like Net10. They have international calling cards.
Viking cruises all drinks in the mini bar are free and they refill daily. Even coke. Lol. Sorry guys I had too.
I'm so glad I found this channel! I love the information and your happy personalities!
A bullet list would be wonderful. Would save time. Brevity is the soul of wit.
You guys are so cute! I can't stop watching you lol. I wish you lots of years of happy marriage and enjoyable cruising.
My list:
1. Explore
2. Find my room
3. Eat
4. PARRRRRTAAAAAAAAYYYYY
5.blow out my voice.
6. Party some more!
LOVE IT!!!
You two are absolutely adorable and so so so helpful! Corkage fees are fairly common in restaurants that don't have a liquor license. Love your freebie advise!
Great info! Didn't know anything about free steamrooms! Tnx.
The first thing I do is unpack, decorate and make the room a reflection of my home
Great tips! I am setting an alert now on my phone to put on Airplane mode January 12th at noon.
Awesome tip about the post cards and cards.
OMG, my 2nd cruise ever (it's been 19 years since the first one), and watching these is skyrocketing my excitement!!
How exciting! I am so glad our videos are helping :)
This is the second video I’ve watch from y’all and you guys are so informational and y’all are couples goals, so adorable!!
Thanks Jessie! We have a whole playlist of cruise tips videos if you are interested
It was overwhelming being a first time cruiser. The first day was rough.
I went to the casino to get my free lanyard. There was no employees walking around so I sat at the bar and was gonna ask the bartender.
I waited and they both ignored me. 4 people came up the bar after me and ALL of them were being helped.
So this really rubbed me the wrong way. I was a grouch for about an hour because of that.
Later on someone wanted to sell me a lanyard for $9 and I was like "I'll just go without one"
Later on another guy sold me one for $6.95 and I was like Fine. I'll take one.
But a free lanyard? I didn't get it for free and I was sad...and mad lol
Oh bummer! We have always been able to get those free ones. Now, I keep a few solid black ones in our backpack all the times as I have gotten to where I prefer those.
@@EECCTravels next cruise I'll try again for a free one... but I do like the one I got. It has the silver ship wheel in the middle where you can put a picture inside of it.
I'm going to check the deck of cards and post card situation out. Thank you.❤
my husband found a great book in the library of our last cruise and didn't finish it but found it later when we got home. Always check out the library for interesting books you might like. Great suggestion.
Love you guys...nice pace (for my note taking!) Such personality and charm...keep it up😊
What a delightful couple! You are both awesome! Thank you for the great tips!!! They are so practical and better than any that I've seen so far. My friend and I are going for our 1st cruise on MSC Cruiseline. I don't know anything about it at all but wish I would have cooked with one of the ones I hear about most often. Have you ever used this cruise line?
Wish you all were going to be on our cruise!
Awe thank you! We have not sailed with MEC yet but they are on our list!
I took notes! You two gave tips I haven't heard before and I've been looking at videos for the last few weeks. Thank you!!
;) 21 years ago (first cruise Carnival Imagination) we found the secret deck tucked under the ships bridge very late at night. We were enjoying our honeymoon and surely the crew enjoyed the free show. Great tips ! You two remind me of Chip and Joanna!
I am a carnival cruiser and I love the secret decks!
They are great! I love being able t go see the view from the front of the ship!
Is there one on Valor?
Is there one on the Vista?
Is there one on the horizon?
There are 4 or 5 on the the Carnival Horizon.
Thanks for the tips!! We are a family of two girls and plan to cruise next summer. Very helpful. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼 Happy Cruising 🛳🛳🛳
Thanks for the advice. Quick question, what are good gift ideas for our Stewart on the first day?
Money
Shariffa Mar,tinez
A free cruise.
With you.
If you're going to bring a bottle of wine, why not bring your own corkscrew too?
I have one cheap corkscrew and always keep in suitcase.
Yall are so sweet and pleasant to watch! First time cruiser, as of this coming July. I'm excited and your vids are helping me prepare my family. Thank you!
How was itt?
Oh my god is there really a hairy chest club? Cause I think my fiancé is in for the win. He was thinking about shaving or waxing but now don’t think I will let him. 🤩
Yes there is...lol!! We wish him good luck 😜
Ha haha!!! Jason your so funny love your outtakes! Alisa I love your great tips! On our cruise we just used paper and pen and wrote down where we were going to be on the ship, I love the idea of carnival hub though!!
Google project fi phone service works in over 170 countries and doesn't have roaming fees. I did 2 weeks in Norway and heavily used my data uploading photos. Made two calls back to the US. My monthly bill was only $65 with 2 weeks of Norway and 2 weeks back home.
Great to know, thank you for sharing
But on the ships they make you use their service and charge you for it. I haven’t found a way around it yet.
@@PsychGirlRaven Project Fi doesn't work with the Cruise lines cell service aka Wireless Maritime Services or Cellatsea cell service. I read this on the project fi help community, on a cruise when the ship is 10 miles or closer to land the phone will connect to land based cell service in countries listed on Project Fi's website. and your normal plan rates apply.
Can you do a video on tipping?! I need to know how much is appropriate. I don't want to undertip anyone but I also don't want to break the bank doing it. So who gets tipped, when and how much!??? Please and thanks! Love you guys! 🤗😍
Hi Jessica! Look in the cruise tips playlist and there is a video on tipping and gratuity.
Carnival's tips are automatic. You either prepay or pay at the end. It's a flat fee of $13.95 per day, which covers all tips. Tips are automatically calculated at any of the bars at 18%.
So happy I found this channel! Y'all are so sweet and inviting. We booked our first cruise for our honeymoon this June and I'm so excited. Great tips! 😊
You guys are adorable!!! Thanks for all your helpful tips and tricks! I wish I would’ve watched this sooner because i ended up buying 4 players club lanyards online for $4 lol.
3 years ago in feb My mother an i went on my First cruise. We were on Carnival Paradise small boat but still soooooo much fun. This Feb. My parents and i are finally getting my husband to take his first ever vacation and its again on Carnival Paradise!!!!! I so hope he gets the cruise itch like we have and wants to go on alot of them. Love yalls videos and all the tips
I love the daybreak tip with the newsletter!
Thank you for the tip list ! I can’t wait for me and my fiancé to find the secret decks !
Glad I found you guys! You’re one of the more helpful channels. Cute couple!
I am so forgetful. My cruise is not til January 2019. I have downloaded your tips. I have taken notes on other videos. I have to say no one has offered a list to download like you all. Love you guys! Gonna go back and watch missed vlogs from you! Keep on helping us newbies!
I'm the one child that wants to know where my mom is 😂😂😂
Your guys are awesome! Thanks so much for the tips, I have watched several of your videos and know these tips will make our cruise more comfortable and fun. Alisa, that packing for a 7 day cruise in a single carry-on, WOW, I salute you! I usually have 2 checked bags (and NOT carry-on size) just for me. You are amazing!
Thanks so much Debra! Yeah, I know packing can be a challenge. Having a large family I have just learned over the years to whittle down what gets packed.
Remember you will never see these people again...go ahead and wear the same outfit twice...
Love your videos! My wife, daughter and i are going on our first cruise!
Thank yall so much! I've been plannimg a cruise for a while now and your videos are so helpful! It has made planning exponentially easier. I hope yall have fun in Alaska later this year. God bless!
Ok ok well since I love cruising a lot I'm thinking of working on a ship or working as a travel agent
You guys are naturals. Love it.
You both are helpful and funny... Taking our first cruise in April 2019 to San Juan
How exciting! I hope you have an amazing first cruise
Tip: Pack your swim wear in your carry on so that you can head straight to the pool area, if desired. Suitcases may not arrive until 10pm!
Amazing video you two!!! My wife and I are 16 days from a cruise and are taking some first timers. I am sharing this with them.
Thank you! We have quite a few other tips videos that your first timer friends may find useful as well. I hope you all have a wonderful time!!!
You two rock. We wanna go on a cruise with you two.
Hey guys just came across your channel today. Got a few tips I had not heard yet..... THANKS!! 😊 Im going back to check out the rest. Only been one 1 cruise so far, looking foward to more!!
Hi Annette! I am so glad you found us 😀. We have done a few tips videos so far but have lots more planned. Do you have cruise #2 planned?
EECC Travels, I do for 2020 on Norwegian for my 55th birthday. I took advantage of the $1.00 deposit. Little nervous.... it will be a 1st time solo cruise.😊
It will be great! Norwegian does a good job for solo cruisers. We will be on the Breakaway in November so you will get our take on that experience, we are really looking forward to it!!!
best video!! wonderful new tips!!
U guys are so funny! I really enjoy watching ur videos. I'm bout to watch another at work lol
Thanks Cristy! I hope you didn’t get caught watching us at work 😀
When you guys were talking about 'trying to find each other on the ship', I started to hear the old Benny Hill "Yakety sax" song and seeing in my mind the two of you popping out of doors and running up and down various levels of the ship.
:D Thanks for many of these ideas. I"ll probably bring my own bottled water for the fridge, but I understand with kids, soda is more in demand.
Brother you look like a young Hulk Hogan pre hair loss. Ha.
Ha! That is a new one... I like it :)
You guys are too cute! I'll be doing my 3rd Royal Caribbean cruise in February - these are great tips! I will say Royal Caribbean does have a laundry service - it's a bit pricey, but it's there in a pinch! I also carry a day bag with my swimsuit and some things in it to use once we're on board and waiting for our rooms to be ready and luggage to be delivered - usually it's several hours (we board as early as we can). Other than that, I head straight for my 1st vacation cocktail! Happy cruising!
I like these two.
I am a seasoned cruiser, who just loves everything cruise still. These are good tips. I am taking noobs on a cruise and I am getting the best first timer tips together. Thank you.
Cruising is totally addicting, isn't it? We only wish we would have started cruising earlier! I am glad you are finding our tips helpful for your first timer friend!
You talked about the smartphone app, and connecting to the ships wifi.
Do you have to buy an internet package in order to utilize this app on the ship's wifi?
Or is the internet package only intended to access to the public Internet?
No you do not need a Internet package to use the hub app. The packages are for ourltside Internet use.
1. The two of you are adorable!
2. I have been researching cruise tips for some time, but you both gave me some new ones! The TV showing the forward camera and looking for secret decks have now been added to my favorite tip list. Thank you.
Awe, thank you Tami! I love going to the front of the ship, it is such an amazing view! But warning... you will be in desperate need of a hairbrush afterwards :)
Love, love, love ya'll! I am binge watching everything . I am on your carnival freedom vlogs. Love that resort in Jamaica. Keep up the great work.
Awe thanks Pamela :) That resort in Jamaica was AMAZING!!! We would definitely go back there again!
My wife and I have been talking about going on a cruise. We started watching alotta utube videos like this and decided it sounds like an expensive pain in the ass. Thanks for the info.
You can learn how to write and spell in the time you’d be onboard!
@@JulieWallis1963 you should work on your hair, teeth and weight before you go fkn with someone’s spelling skills phat btch.
You cant get a Corkscrew on our boat there was a 25.00 price to use it in the room. You need to have one with you.
Good video thanks.
Oh bummer!! Our steward gave is one on our last cruise.
Remember to pack your cork screw in your luggage...it will not pass carry on at the airport...just saying...
Yes I was one of the ppl who forgot to change my phone status and my phone bill was over 500, however they took 100 off my bill.. but I remember as soon as I get to port now to change my phone over
Oh noooooooo!!!!
mztmomo so what exactly do I do? I turn it on air plank mode or switch to ships WiFi
I get the free champaign as soon as I get on
Thanks so much for all the tips and videos. Yall are awesome. My wife and I are going on our first cruise March 2020!!! Carnival Freedom out of Galveston...SOOO Excited
I prefer the front of the ship, early morning with a cup of coffee!😌
That sounds nice!
Im goin on my 1st cruise in 2 weeks.A friends 50th birthday. Thanks 4 the tips. Im excited.My husband isnt.😁😞
Wait? so if i put my iphone on airplane mode how do you connect to the wifi?
Put it in airplane mode and then turn on the wifi. It just keeps the cell signals from coming through.
I think there are suggesting you never make a phone call or check e Mail on ship...hell disconnect from the web....enjoy the cruise....you can use the camera on airplane mode anyway...carry your phone charger in your disembarkation bag tho...
I love your videos! I find these very helpful because I'm going on my first cruise soon and I was a little nervous. So thank you soooooo much for making these especially for people that are newbies lol.
I cruise a lot. I was surprised to find so many helpful tips. Thank you.
Carry a small handbag with your swim suit and flip flops. Get to your room. Change and hit the pool or hot tub. Let others wait for their luggage. Then, as they start pouring in... You leave and go eat.