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NEWSLETTERS
How about an upgrade? Better cabins, discounted certificates, 10-40% savings off advertised prices all offered by your cruise line through their respective newsletters. I recommend you subscribe to the online newsletter from several cruise lines to get these bargain offers. They sometimes announce fantastic 'sweepstakes' for free cruises, too. You can always unsubscribe at anytime.
EARLY BIRDS
The early bird still gets the cruise, just like with the airlines. If you're good at long-range planning you can save mucho dinero. The earlier you book your cruise the more you save. Typically 10-40%. It's funny, but on the converse side, last minute deals can also set you free to save much money. So, be early or really, really late and save.
Discount Cruises: Great Vacation at a Cheap PriceWhat could be more relaxing and a romantic vacation than going on vacation on a cruise ship. If you are considering taking a vacation, taking a cruise should be on your list. It is a great way to spend vacation with your family or consider it as your honeymoon getaway. Many people would really like to go on a cruise because of the beauty and comfort this type of vacation can offer. Imagine, a week or more of thinking of nothing but relaxing. As you are traveling to an exotic location in a cruise ship, you won t have the same amenities and services as you would in traveling by plane. It s true t ..
CONNECTIONS
If you belong to an association, organization, if you have a wedding party, family reunion, belong to a church group or are planning a corporate outing you can get hefty group discounts. As always, don't be afraid to ask! Here's the idea: let's say you and you significant other are planning a cruise to the Bahamas. Why not post your plans in the company, church or association newsletter or bullitin board, inviting others to join you. You'd be surprised how much of a discount you can arrange by inviting others along.
STAND BY!
Enjoy your honeymoon with a low cost Mediterranean cruiseA Mediterranean cruise is a dream honeymoon for many a couple,
but many couples simply assume that such a dream is beyond their
means. It is easy to see why people think this, especially since
the cost of the wedding itself today is so high. Many couples
feel there is simply not enough money left for a great honeymoon.
If a luxurious Mediterranean cruise is your dream, do not
despair. Such a cruise may be more affordable than you think.
For one thing, there are so many cruise lines and so many cruise
ships vying for the lucrative honeymoon market, and that
competition helps to lower ..
Yes, it happens with cruise ships, too. Typically you're notified three weeks prior to departure if there is space. Late notice like this means you get a nice discount fare.If you employ this strategy, it helps to be on a floating vacation schedule with your employer. If you're self-employed, you'd be a fool not to use this trick. The more flexible your schedule the more money you save.
BONUS: Paupers Secret Confessions #14
The four ideas above are standard issue tricks of the trade. But here is one you may not have considered before. One of the biggest expenses on a cruise ship are those delicious cocktails!Who doesn't like to embibe a sparkling beverage of choice while soaking in the sun on deck? Buy liqour onshore or at the cruise line liquor store. Drink in your room or poolside. Get a steward to bring ice and mixers. Our Pauper hates to spend $10. for a glass of wine. If you add up the price of a drink or two for two people over a 7-day cruise---ouch!
About the Author: Victor K. Pryles is the author of: Travel Cheap- Travel Well!- Confessions Of A Traveling Pauper. His website offers an e-course: The Top 100 Travel Planning Websites, articles, a forum and much more. Visit him at http://www.paupertravel.co
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