Why I DIDN'T Use a Travel Agent for My Cruise! (NO REGRETS!)

Why no onboard cruise credit? Sometimes you have to do the math, and just opt with a cheaper way of booking a cruise. Do you need a travel agent? I recently booked a cruise under the Carnival Corporation Umbrella, and opted not to use a travel agent, and I'm sharing my experience with you! By not booking with a travel agent, I did NOT get any onboard credit, but I saved a huge amount of money instead! I'll give you the lowdown on how I saved money and booked my cruise directly with the cruise line. If you're a first-timer or a seasoned cruiser, you'll want to hear my cruise tips and tricks for booking this cruise. This video discusses how to make the most of your cruise budget. Whether you're sailing with Carnival, Princess, or another cruise line, these tips will help you navigate the process and find the best cruise specials for your money. So if you're ready to set sail without breaking the bank, keep watching! I always say “Don’t book direct with the cruise line — get onboard credit instead!” But today, I broke my own rule. Here’s why I did it, what I booked, and why it actually saved me money. If you’re planning a cruise, this is a must-watch before you book. #cruisebooking #cruisetips #savemoney #kirktoristory CHAPTERS: 00:00 I was booking a cruise when THIS happened 00:25 Examining options of booking a cruise 01:15 Comparing the prices between travel agencies and cruise lines 01:37 Onboard cruise credit is such a big perk 02:00 Cruise line prices today were way lower than my quotes! 02:47 Do the math! 04:00 My cruise confession of the day 04:22 See how to book and REALLY save on your cruise HOW YOU CAN SUPPORT OUR JOURNEY! 🚢Watch Until The End. LIKE. COMMENT. ASK QUESTIONS. 🚢Share Our Content With Your Friends And Family, or ANYONE Who Likes Cruising 🚢Use The YouTube THANKS Button (Thank You!) LINKS: 🔗3 Common Questions That Cruisers Ask Us https://youtu.be/podZ7N-IuOM 🔗Playlist of Things To Do On A Cruise https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLi7vAI8bcMKDwk6WooixMC2BmkoUxQN5M 🔗How To Get FREE Stuff On A Cruise https://youtu.be/8rRHHR-gGZU 🔗How To Get FREE Spending Money On A Cruise https://youtu.be/lw0YqAGYTCA?si=i1Y1EVC4L50grRbF 🔗How To Pay Less For A Cruise https://youtu.be/FZMz1pKyzSo?si=P5FVzesbTY1MxR-T 🔗Get Elite Status In 19 Days https://youtu.be/a8R5W-v5Z6s?si=69Ph-NC5_VyQvxJw 🔗Last Minute Cruise Deal Website Search https://youtu.be/gky3UDoq9do 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 ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT BOOKING YOUR FIRST CRUISE WITH CUNARD? HERE IS $100 https://refer.cunard.com/Kirk ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT BOOKING YOUR FIRST CRUISE WITH VIRGIN VOYAGES? Use my link and we both get $150 in free drinks! https://share.virginvoyages.com/vcarter!11ab187b26!n ARE YOU THINKING ABOUT BOOKING YOUR FIRST CRUISE WITH AZAMARA? Click my link and get a $200 VISA for your spending! https://refer.azamara.com/vcarter KIRK TORI STORY SOCIAL MEDIA 🔗Blog: https://www.KirkToriStory.com 🔗Facebook: https://www.Facebook.com/KirkToriStory ABOUT KIRKTORISTORY: Kirk Tori Story 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. KirkTori Story 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. 🔔 Subscribe to KirkToriStory for more! Don't forget to subscribe! https://www.youtube.com/@kirktoristory?sub_confirmation=1 This Video was made for you by KirkToriStory