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Most cruise lines have a tiered price system with the lowest fares selling first. As the cheapest categories sell out, fares get more expensive. Book early - often several months in advance - to get the best prices. If the price drops after booking, cruise lines will often be … [Read more...] about Book early to get the best prices on cruises

Check the prices again closer to sailing. If the price has dropped, cruise lines will often adjust your price to match the new lower fare. The cruise line will not do this automatically, however, so you have to keep an eye on prices and ask directly for this price match.A LOZO … [Read more...] about Ask for a “match” if the cruise price drops after you have booked

Cruises usually include accommodation, food, and coffee and tea at breakfast. Soft drinks and alcohol are almost never included, and often are relatively pricey on board. Some cruises offer unlimited drink cards that can be purchased in advance to save money on arrival. Be … [Read more...] about Before booking, know what is included in the price of a cruise and be sure to budget for extras, like tips, shore excursions, and drinks

Some cruise lines like Carnival offer what’s called a “guarantee” cabin, rather than “cabin assignment.” You are guaranteed a cabin in a certain category or deck level, but not assigned a specific cabin until closer to sailing. This gives the cruise line flexibility in case a … [Read more...] about Consider choosing “guarantee” rather than “cabin assignment” to get a cheaper cruise fare