CRUISING Questions? Everything You NEED To KNOW (From Cruise Experts!)

Your Cruise Questions Answered! | 30 Must-Know Tips for First Time Cruisers & Long-Term Travel Are you thinking about taking your first cruise—or maybe moving onto a cruise ship full-time? This video has the answers! I’m Tori from KirkToriStory, and in this episode, I’m answering the top 30 most-Googled cruise questions to help YOU feel confident and cruise-ready. 🌊🧳 From “What’s the best cruise line for beginners?” to “How much are gratuities?” and “Do I need a passport?”—we’ve got it ALL covered in this ultimate cruise Q&A for first-timers, seasoned travelers, and digital nomads alike. #cruisequestions #cruise101 #cruisetips #kirktoristory 📌 Perfect for: First-time cruisers who don’t know where to start; Canadians & Americans looking to cruise long-term; Budget-conscious travelers who want to cruise smart. CHAPTERS (YOU can skip ahead!) 00:00 - Welcome aboard! 00:08 - Cruise 101 Questions and Answers starts now! 00:31- What is the REAL Cost of cruising? 01:28 - How much does it cost to live on a cruise for a year? 02:06 - What's included in a cruise package? 02:39 - How much money should I bring on a cruise? 03:21 - What is a sea day? What do you do on a sea day? 03:46 - Is there a hairdryer in the cabin? 03:59 - Is there a coffee maker or fridge? 04:25 - What’s that string in the shower? 04:38 - Is there laundry on the ship? 05:01 - How many outlets are in the cabin? 05:36 - How do you dress on a cruise ship? 06:30 - Can I wear shorts at night? 06:43 - Can I wear flip-flops to dinner? 07:05 - 🎓 Cruise Lingo: What do forward, aft, port, starboard mean? 07:37 - What are other cruise terms I should know? 08:20 - Will I get seasick? 08:42 - What happens if I have a medical emergency? 09:06 - 💸 Do we have to tip? 09:27 - When should we tip? 09:43 - Who do we tip? 10:01 - 🍷 Can I take alcohol onboard? 10:23 - Can I bring wine? 10:38 - How much is the beverage package? 11:01 - 🧭 What can I do in port? 11:23 - What happens if I’m late back to the ship? 11:41 - 🍽️ What’s included in dining? 12:02 - Is there a charge for shows? 12:18 - What other extras might I pay for? 12:37 - 🧳 Do I need a passport to cruise? 12:57 - What if my luggage is lost? 13:15 - Can I carry on my own luggage? 13:32 - What is the muster drill? 14:00 - Still got cruise questions? Let’s chat! 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!) ALSO!!! You can book a cruise with Tori! vcarter.travelonly.com 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 V 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