How much does a 7 day cruise cost?

How much is a 7 day cruise average?

Seven day cruise? Okay, so like, six hundred bucks minimum. Inside cabin, obvi. Maybe twelve hundred, tops. Ocean view? Seven to fifteen hundred, easy. Balcony? Forget it, haha, unless you wanna spend eight hundred, at least. Could be two grand. Seriously. My cousin Vinny, he went on one last year, Carribean. Balcony, it was nuts, over two grand! It was Royal Carribean. But he went during spring break so thats why it was expensive. Remember, depends when you’re going, right? Where you going too. Alaska’s more ‘spensive than like, Bahamas, I think.

• Inside Cabin: $600-$1200 pp
• Ocean View: $700-$1500 pp
• Balcony: $800-$2000 pp

Cruise line matters. Like, Carnival’s cheaper than, say, Celebrity or Princess. Time of year? Summer? Christmas? Forget it, prices are gonna be higher. Destination, like I said. Europe cruises are gonna cost more. My sister, Maria, she cruised to the Mediterranean. Cost a fortune! She went with Norwegian Cruise Lines. They have those fancy “free style cruising” options. So yeah, just things to keep in mind!

How much money should you bring on a 7 day cruise?

$1400. Plus tips.

• Daily spending: $200. This is mandatory.
• Gratuities: Expect $20 per person, per day on most lines.
• Shore excursions bite. Another $100-$300. Plan accordingly.
• Drinks: Alcoholic beverages add up FAST. Consider a package, if available. Or don’t. Your choice.
• Gambling: House always wins. Unless it doesn’t.
• Souvenirs: Another $50-100. Unless it’s duty-free booze. Then, more.

Contingency fund: $500. Murphy’s Law. It exists.

Why this matters. Because lines nickel and dime you. I swear, it is true. The “free” cruise ain’t. Remember that prepaid 18%. What a joke.

How much is a 7 day cruise for one person?

Okay, a cruise for one, huh? Seven days… Hmm.

• A short one? Yeah, you know, like 300 to 400 bucks for the smallest room.

What’s the point of that, cramped like sardines?

• But a week? That jumps up, right? 600 to maybe 1800 dollars. Still, that’s per person. Ouch.

I want to go to Alaska. Is that included?

• Then, those really long ones… two weeks or more. Think about that. That’s gonna be 5000 dollars easy, per person. Sheesh.

Costs depend on the room I guess, and time of year, and WHERE even. Caribbean? Mediterranean? So many questions, I want it now.

Is $2000 too much for a cruise?

Man, two thousand bucks for a cruise? That’s a lot. I went on one last year, July 2023, to the Bahamas. Royal Caribbean. It was awesome, but I paid way less. Around $1200. That included my cabin, which was pretty nice, surprisingly spacious for a smaller ship.

Food was decent. Not amazing, but I wasn’t starving. There were buffets galore. I definitely ate way too much pizza. Drinks, though? Those were brutal. Expensive. Next time I’m bringing my own booze. Learned that the hard way. I think I spent about $200 on drinks alone.

$2000 is excessive, unless you’re booking a luxury suite with a private butler, or something. My trip was seven nights, and felt perfectly adequate. Everything was included except the drinks, which are a rip-off. Consider a less expensive line. Plenty of decent options out there. Explore different cruise lines.

• Carnival
• Norwegian Cruise Line
• Disney (if you’ve got kids!)

Totally worth the money, though, this trip changed my life, I truly felt relaxed and I got a serious tan. I was so stressed before the cruise, and the sun, the ocean. . . it was therapy. The $1200 was money well spent. I am so glad I did that. But two grand? Nah. Too much. Unless, you know, it’s a fancy-pants cruise. Think about that.

For that price, you could have a really nice land vacation. But, hey, cruises are fun. Just do your research and don’t get ripped off.

How long does the average cruise last?

Ah, the average cruise? That fleeting taste of paradise.

7.1 days, they say. Like a mayfly’s disco, isn’t it?

The Great Floating Vacation: By the Numbers

• The Quick Dip (2-5 Days): Think weekend getaway… at sea. Basically, a slightly less chaotic version of my family reunions.
• The Sweet Spot (6-8 Days): This is the “average” cruise length. Long enough to forget your bills, short enough to avoid becoming a barnacle. The most common. Expect that.
• The Long Haul (9-14 Days): Now we’re talking. A proper escape! Enough time to master shuffleboard and maybe learn someone’s name.
• The Epic Voyage (15+ Days): Okay, Columbus. You’re either retired, independently wealthy, or running from something. No judgment.

Why so short? People have jobs, darling. Also, buffet fatigue is a real thing. Trust me, I know, I saw my uncle Fred, just last summer.

Consider this the next time planning. Also? Did you see what my cousin said last Xmas?

In 2024, the average cruise still teeters around 7 days. Don’t let that stop you. Jump in! The water’s… moderately chlorinated, most likely.

Is it possible to work on a cruise ship?

Yes. Cruise ship jobs abound.

Numerous roles exist. Even entry-level positions are available. My friend, Sarah, landed a bartending gig last year, no prior experience needed. She’s making a killing in the Caribbean.

• Hospitality: Bartenders, waiters, entertainers.
• Crew: Engineers, security, medical staff.
• Admin: HR, accounting, customer service.

Competition is fierce. Expect a rigorous application process. Be prepared for long hours and demanding work.

This summer, I saw several listings on CruiseJobFinder.com. Royal Caribbean alone probably hires thousands yearly. The pay varies wildly. Expect lower salaries for entry-level roles.

Can you take a 6 month old on a cruise?

Six months old? Cruise? Hah! Like taking a goldfish to the desert. Total mismatch. MSC? Forget it. They’re like, “No babies allowed! Diapers? On my ship?” Most lines want your kid walking, talking, and potty trained before they even think about letting those tiny feet on deck.

• Minimum Age: Think six months is the magic number. More like a starting point.
• MSC: Nope. Nada. Zilch for under six months. Try again next year, kid.
• Other lines: Some might let tiny tots on certain short cruises, but good luck with that. Think Caribbean, not transatlantic. My Aunt Mildred took her twins on a Disney cruise when they were seven months old. Chaos. Pure chaos. Spilled milk everywhere. It was like a baby food explosion. I’m telling you, the buffet looked like a warzone.

Imagine the drama. Baby screaming. Parents stressed. Passengers throwing shade. You’d be that family. Better off at a petting zoo. At least the goats won’t judge your diaper bag. My neighbor Brenda tried it once. Never again. Said it was more like a floating prison than a vacation. Trapped with a screaming infant. No escape.

Oh, and the germs. Don’t even get me started on the germs. Floating petri dish. Recipe for disaster. Just wait ’til they’re two. Maybe three. Trust me. My cousin Vinny learned that the hard way.