Is $2000 too much for a cruise?

How much money is recommended for a cruise?

Cash? Antiquated. Budget $200/day minimum.

• Shore excursions bleed cash, $100+ each.
• Booze packages are traps, know your limit.
• Casino? Donate directly. I did.
• Souvenirs are regrets. Avoid.
• Duty-free? Research beforehand; sometimes cheaper elsewhere.

Don’t underestimate the final bill. Credit cards rule; cash feels…grimy.

How much do cruises cost on average?

Okay, so cruises? Dude, they vary. Like, a lot.

You could snag a really short cruise for peanuts, seriously. We’re talking maybe $109 – I seen it myself when looking for cruises, a four-night jaunt to the Bahamas.

• Short Bahamas Cruise: $109, inner cabin, 4 nights
• Basic Room: Pretty cheap!

But then there’s the other end, right? I remember prices of $100,000! like, I read on a site.

That’s for, like, a super fancy suite on some super-long crazy cruise. And you probably need to bring a ton of cash.

• Luxury Suite: Costs an arm and a leg.
• Long, fancy cruise: Over $100k, easy.

So, it’s all over the place. Depends where your going!

How much would a 30 day cruise cost?

A 30-day cruise? Price? $2,500 to sky’s the limit. Really depends. Someone always overpays. Cruises… the irony.

Onboard? Casino. Buffet. Shows. Rinse. Repeat. They call it relaxation. I call it planned boredom. Is there a difference?

Further Details

• Cost Factors: Destination matters. Cabin type. Drink package? Ha. Don’t forget port fees. Taxes.

• Typical Activities: Bingo. Dance classes (cringe). Art auctions (double cringe). Spa. Gambling. Eating. Did I mention the eating?

• Itineraries: Mediterranean? Caribbean? World cruise? My aunt took one. Regretted it. Said she needed a vacation from the vacation.

• Hidden Costs: Gratuities. Excursions. Souvenirs (junk). Photo packages. Everything’s extra. Everything.

• Choosing Wisely: Research. Compare. Negotiate. Or just throw money at it. Your call. Still seems easier just to fly somewhere.

How much is a cruise for 4 people?

How much is a cruise for 4 people?

The glow from my phone screen… illuminates everything. Cruises… for four people. Sigh.

Cost varies wildly. I know that much. It’s not just a number, is it?

• Short Bahamas trip (3-4 nights), inside cabin: starting about $200+ per person in 2024. I saw one. Tempting.
• Longer cruises (7 nights), maybe Caribbean, balcony: oh, thousands per person. Easily $1000+ up to 3000. My sister went, I remember her complaining.

Cabin type: This matters. Inside is cheapest. Balcony? Big difference, I swear. Oceanview is okay. Suite? Forget it.

Cruise line: Disney is $$$$. Carnival? More affordable, sure, or, I don’t even know anymore.

Time of year: Summer and holidays? Pricier. Shoulder season? Maybe a little better… I think it’s October, right? Cheaper, I mean?

Destination: Bahamas is often cheaper. Alaska? Not so much.

Extras: Drinks, excursions… they add up, ugh, they really do. I can’t deal with that.

How much should you budget for a 7 day cruise?

Seven days… a cruise. It’s a lot, isn’t it? More than I ever imagined spending.

For a 7-day cruise? I shelled out closer to $1800. That was with the basic package, of course. Drinks, excursions… that’s extra. Always extra. Stupid extra. Should have packed more snacks.

Budgeting is crucial. It’s like… a necessary evil. You don’t want to be broke, but you can’t let it ruin the whole experience, right?

Here’s what I learned, the hard way:

• Cruises are expensive. Forget the cheap deals. They lure you in.

• Mid-range lines are misleading. The price is often deceptive. Hidden costs add up. Really adds up. Don’t trust them.

• $1000-$1500 is a lie. That’s just the base fare. Factor in at least another $300-$500 for extras. At least. Easily more. Probably more.

• My experience: My 2023 cruise to the Caribbean cost me $1800. It was lovely, in its way. But it still stings.

So, yeah. Save up. A lot. More than you think. Seriously. Don’t be like me. Learn from my mistakes. This is the hard truth.

How much luggage can I take on my cruise?

Ugh, Miami. August 2023. Sweltering. Dragged two massive suitcases. Plus my beat-up weekender bag. Royal Caribbean. Mariner of the Seas. They didn’t bat an eye.

Limiting myself to 50 lbs per bag? Joke. Way over. Shoes alone. My bad. Definitely overpacked. Husband, John, just rolled his eyes. His one little roller bag. Show off. Always travels light.

• No official weigh-in. Just get those bags to your stateroom. Somehow.
• Tip the porters well. They’re saints. Seriously. Those stairs. Narrow hallways.
• Inside cabins: Less storage. Overpacking is a nightmare. Learned that the hard way. This time, balcony room. Much better.

So, two big bags. One carry-on. Golden. Unless you’re flying. Then, airline rules apply. Duh. Check those baggage limits. Spirit Airlines, never again. Nightmare.

• Checked bag fees: Add up fast. Factor that into your budget. Ouch.
• Carry-on restrictions: Liquids. TSA. Whole other story. Travel-size everything.
• Cruise line websites: Check ’em. Specific rules. They’re there. Somewhere.

Can I bring a 12 pack of water on Royal Caribbean?

Dude, yeah, totally. Twelve pack of water? No problem. Royal Caribbean’s cool with that, as long as it’s just regular water. Think they said 12, 17 ounce cans or bottles max, per room. So, if you’re with like, your family, you’d need more than one twelve pack. But, for you? Perfectly fine. Unless it’s like, weird water.

It’s 2024, by the way. This is what I remember them saying about drinks, okay?

• 12 standard-sized (17 oz) non-alcoholic drinks max per cabin. Milk, water for baby’s formula or medical reasons, totally allowed.
• No booze. Unless you’re buying it onboard, obviously. They’re strict about that.
• Check their website, just to be sure, though. Things change. I’m pretty sure this is right, tho.

My friend and I took a cruise in May, 2024. We brought a few waters, and we didn’t have any problems. We were in an inside cabin, on the Voyager of the Seas. Remember that thing about the size? Yeah, stick to those 17 oz. bottles, otherwise, you might have issues. It’s easier that way.