"Do I really need this?" – "We don't need to book now", "Without X, it is also safe for the few days". These rates are typical at the time of booking for the (first) cruise. Since then, the us has Packed the cruise fever, we may experience some cruises. And we are running at the beginning of the one or the other avoidable mistakes. Read here how your reservation expires guaranteed to be relaxed.
Our Team consists of 3 fixed cruise fans (me, my father and our cruise enthusiastic author Peggy) and many of the "escorts" to support us again and again. We have tried all our cruises and voyages together and have to be abandoned in the case of 60 pieces. Even if we can now look back on many years and miles of experience, we are initially mistake. As a Team, we have organized spontaneously, a little Brainstorming, what were our biggest Learnings. The result of 5 crunchy tips to make your holiday a wonderfully relaxed are. Hopefully her!
#1 Including Flight / Train
Although sometimes it's tempting to book the arrival of the cruise ship separately, is our most important tip: Book the cruise always as a package including flights and train rides. Then the responsibility for the smooth operation Of the arrival and departure of the host. The trip of a change of plans, you can forward Changes quickly and easily in the way. Besides is provided for your transportation to/from the cruise ship by Taxi usually. Worry-free may not be a reservation – you only need to be in time at the airport / train station.
#2 seasickness avoid
Even if you are 100% sure that seasickness is not a Problem: The weather and the waves are unpredictable. Especially if you are in doubt whether you are seasick, you should not only prevent with the right travel pharmacy. Select a cabin in the middle of the ship, and on one of the lower Decks. Here you can feel the movements of the vessel at the least. This knowledge would have saved me during my first trip to Norway, some of the rough days.
#3 balcony cabins are a Must
You can always opt for a balcony cabin. Even if you think you are not often in the cabin, and offers a balcony, an irreplaceable comfort. Not only because of the own terrace, but also for the optimum supply of fresh air in the cabin. Notice: The balcony is at the same time, a wonderful retreat to escape the hustle and bustle for some time.
#4 add-on packages book in advance
Take a look at optional add-on packages from the comfort of home. With the luxury of shipping companies of many of the services are included. But if you opt for a family ship, worthwhile beverage, tour or Internet packages almost always. If you book in advance, saving often strong. And access to the Internet you will be pleased, at the latest, when the long days at sea, to be with your loved one is in contact.
#5 travel insurance
Travel insurance is not the same as cross travel insurance, we had to learn the hard way. Make sure it has a "floating" travel insurance. In the meantime, there are special offers to step in, and even in the case of seasickness. In the case of a Corona-Illness or quarantine should stick to your travel insurance. Therefore, please ask your provider.