Vacation Cruising. How To Save Money Without Sacrificing Fun

“Baby let me take you on a sea cruise”

The lyrics to Frankie Ford’s song “Sea Cruise” seem to echo the sentiments of many people when planning a vacation. Some think it’s out of the realm of possibilities when considering a vacation on a budget, but not anymore!

Many people, including myself, think that cruising the open seas on a luxury ship is a vacation we can’t even dream of. However, with some careful planning and saving, a cruise is definitely within the realm of possibilities!

Table of Contents

Introduction
A Word About Travel Agents
Doing It On Your Own
Finding the deal
Let’s Go Cruising
Making the reservation
A Simple Plan
What to know before you board
Paperwork
Medical Records
Packing
Budgeting
Welcome Aboard!
What to do once on board
To Insure Proper Service
Proper tipping procedures