REPOSITIONING Cruise VS Flying. THIS will surprise you! (2025)

Are you considering a repositioning cruise or flying for your next vacation? You might be surprised at the price comparison! In this video, we're sharing our experience on a transatlantic cruise on the Carnival Mardi Gras and comparing it to flying. From cruise tips and tricks to cruising on a budget, we're sharing our top cruise hacks to help you make the most of your vacation. Whether you're looking for a cheap travel option or a luxurious getaway, we're breaking down the costs and sharing our thoughts on which option is best for you. If you're considering a repositioning cruise, this video is for you! We'll explore the benefits of transatlantic cruising, from the Queen Mary 2 to Carnival cruises, and share our favorite cruise deals and discounts from Vacationstogo. So, is a repositioning cruise right for you? Watch to find out! Why fly when you can CRUISE across the ocean for less? In this video, I reveal a real-life example of a 14-night repositioning cruise from Port Canaveral to Barcelona for just $1,078 CAD per person — that's only $76 per night, including food, entertainment, and accommodation aboard the Carnival Mardi Gras! 🎉 ✈️ I also compare it to a one-way economy flight on the same date — September 13, 2025 — which actually costs more once you add seat selection, baggage, and a carry-on. 🔥 Stay tuned for the BIG surprise at the end: the ONLY cruise ship where you can bring your dog across the Atlantic with you (yep — your pup can cruise too!). 📹 IN THIS VIDEO: 0:00 – Intro: Cruise vs. Flight – which is smarter? 0:30 – Screen demo: Finding the $1078 CAD Carnival cruise 2:30 – Screen demo: Flight costs comparison 4:33 – Comparison of the cost of the cruise vs the flights 5:15 – Potential pros and cons of repositioning cruises 6:10 – The only cruise for dog lovers! 7:13 – Final thoughts & why you should consider repositioning cruises 💡 REPOSITIONING CRUISES = Budget Travel Goldmine. They’re perfect for those flexible with dates who want to explore more, spend less, and arrive relaxed. I use these tricks while living full-time on cruise ships — and now I’m sharing them with YOU. 🐶 Want to know more about Queen Mary 2 and pet travel? I’ve got a video for that! 👇 Let me know in the comments: Would YOU cruise across the ocean instead of fly? 🔔 Subscribe for more cruise hacks, travel tips, and real-life demos! #RepositioningCruise #CruiseVsFlight #CarnivalMardiGras #QueenMary2 #CruiseDeals #BudgetTravel #CruiseTips #TransatlanticCruise #CruisingWithDogs #kirktoristory ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT BOOKING YOUR FIRST CRUISE WITH PRINCESS? HERE IS A $25 BONUS FOR YOU! https://refer.princess.com/Victoria21!c92e68b1c1!a ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT BOOKING YOUR FIRST CRUISE WITH HOLLAND AMERICA? HERE IS A $50 BONUS FOR YOU! https://refer.hollandamerica.com/xfnbt KIRK TORI STORY SOCIAL MEDIA 🔗Blog: https://www.KirkToriStory.com 🔗Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/KirkToriStory ABOUT KIRKTORISTORY: KirkToriStory is a channel about Kirk and Tori (their story) about how they sold their house in Canada to live a life of living on cruise ships. KirkToriStory offers great advice about cruising, including sharing experiences with Tips and Tricks, Budgeting for a cruise ideas, cabin tours, ship reviews, cruise port information and more. 🚢 Living the Dream 🚢 We sold our home and now live on a cruise ship! Join us on our journey around the world as we explore new destinations, share travel tips, and embrace life at sea. #cruisetips #cruisingadvice #cruisingtipsandtricks 👇 Follow our story as we live a life of adventure, renovation, and retirement freedom! 🌍 From cruise ships to trailer living in Canada, we're redefining retirement. 🔔 Subscribe for weekly videos: https://youtube.com/@kirktoristory 📷 Instagram: @KirkToriStory 🌐 Website: https://kirktoristory.com