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Cruise guide – What’s included
All-inclusive cruising for beginners is always a ton of questions that we ask ourselves. Don’t worry, it’s normal! Here is a complete guide to help you understand what is included and what is not in a cruise.
What is included in a cruise
Restoration
One of the great joys of cruising is the food, and here’s what you can expect.
- Breakfast . Available until 10am or 11am (depending on the company).
- Lunch . From 11am to 2pm, with a buffet (snacks) available at any time until 11pm to 1am.
- Dinner . From 6:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the gourmet restaurant, accessible to all passengers.
- Snacks and sweets . Fruits and small sweets are available in the afternoon.
Sports equipments
For sports fans, here’s what’s included.
- Tennis court
- Mini golf
- Table de ping-pong
- Basketball court
- Bodybuilding room
- Marathon track
- Swimming pools
- Jacuzzis
- Deckchairs . To relax in the sun.
Entertainment
There is no shortage of entertainment on board a cruise ship.
- Shows at the theater . Shows every evening to entertain you.
- Many activities . Varied activities throughout the day.
- Discotheque . To dance until the end of the night.
- Organized activities . By the entertainers throughout the cruise.
What is not included in a cruise
Private restaurants
Some specialty restaurants are not included in your basic package.
- Asian, Mexican, oriental, seafood restaurants , etc., depending on the ships and companies.
Drinks
Without a drinks package, you will have to pay for the drinks you consume. For prices, click here .
Excursions
Excursions can be expensive. That’s why I created pages for stops in the Mediterranean, the Caribbean, the fjords, etc. On my pages, I explain how to leave the ports when you stop in a city. I specify whether the exit is free or if you have to pay for a shuttle.
I also detail the activities to do at the cheapest price, rather than paying 70% more on cruise ships. Cruise lines are gorging themselves on excursions. You will find everything you need on my pages.
- Pay attention to excursions sold by the company . Browse the cruise stopover pages and find your future destinations at the bottom of the page.
Photos
Photographers will take your picture upon arrival at the port and several times during the week, but:
- Photos to buy . They are not included and are very expensive
Other paid services
- Casino
- Spa . Hairdresser, massage, etc.
- Service de pressing
- Medical care
- Movie theater
- Tips . They are not included. To find out what to give click here .
- Internet access : Often expensive, choose your package carefully or wait to use the free Wi-Fi during stopovers.
- Mandatory accommodation fees . They are not included. To find out how much it costs click here .
- Some games : Formula 1 simulator, bowling, etc.
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Cruise stopovers
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