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YOU ARE EXCITED! You waited months to get back out there. The sun, the ocean breezes, relaxing by the pool with your favorite drink, not worrying about driving home or having to get up early in the morning and go to work. Stopping at new, beautiful places every day and experiencing things you never have before. NOTHING BEATS CRUISING!
There's always a "BUT"
BUT something in the back of your mind is troubling you. This cruise cost a lot, since your favorite line has been raising prices lately and taking away some free perks they used to give. The food isn’t quite as you remembered it years ago. They used to serve the greatest dinners in the main dining room along with outstanding service. These days that’s reserved for the specialty restaurants.Pay a lot extra and maybe you can get the same experience you used to have included in the cost of the cruise. We've all been served that "boiled steak" in the main dining room!
YUCK!
Then there are the long buffet lines. I personally find these HILARIOUS while being extremely frustrating. By the way, have you noticed that no one knows how to “do” buffets! Rather than simply walk up to the dish you want, serve yourself, then walk to the next thing you want and do the same, everyone starts forming LINES! They think they have to stand behind the same person as they pick out the exact lettuce pieces and croutons they want, and you have to wait behind them. One or two people make everyone else wait. And it’s SOOOO unsanitary. You can’t tell me that you want to grab the same tongs and servings spoons that 1,000 other people already touched, many of who probably didn’t wash their hands, or licked their finger when some sauce spilled on it at the last station. YUCK!! Besides, we all know that those buffets really add on the pounds by the end of the cruise.
TO KID OR NOT TO KID?
Let's face it, we love our own kids and grandchildren, and maybe we even like kids in general. But we have our limits when it comes to other people’s screaming kids, doing unthinkable things in the pool, blocking your way to the ice cream when you really need some! And eating so much ice cream that the ship can only offer two flavors at time. And what a MESS!Not to mention how YOU are freaking out while they climb on the ships railings and balconies, and the parents don’t care or are nowhere to be found.
CRAVE SOMETHING DIFFERENT!
I don’t know about you, but for me, someone who has taken dozens of cruises on all of the major cruise lines, my biggest issue is that aside from going to some different cruise ports and a few other subtle differences, it’s essentially the SAME EXPERIENCE EVERY TIME.(If this sounds like you, or even if you aren't sure it does, read on).The ships differ in size and layout. But the experience is nearly the same, especially when it comes to the entertainment.
Everything revolves around the cruise director. Sometimes they are fun and great, and sometimes they can be CORNY AS HELL, and let’s face it, a bit annoying. They and their team spend a lot of time and effort selling you on Spa services, photo packages, jewelry events, port shopping tips/experts that turn into coupons on their preferred vendors ashore, raffles galore, sale tables, 70/80’s sail away party, piano bar, live music venues. Some of this is FUN, let’s not kid ourselves, but you’ve experienced it all many times before.
The stage shows. Some are good. Some are embarrassingly bad. The word “corny” comes to mind again. As incredibly talented as most of these performers are, so many of the shows are from another era. I was on a cruise recently and they had a full production of Cats. Remember that from the 80’s? Well, ¾ of the audience did not return after intermission. It was uncomfortable for all involved. Maybe they were allergic to cats like my husband! Or maybe they are craving something new. There are only so many times we can watch the magician cut the lady in the box in half. Again, some shows are VERY well up to par, some newer ships have acrobats and special effects. But you take a risk on most of the ships that they just don’t have the ability to put on a modern show with broad ADULT appeal. Those in their 20’s and 30’s almost never come to the shows or stick around until the end, because the performances are just not relevant anymore.
Besides, when you go on a vacation, do you really want it to be nearly the same each time, the way your life is each day? You waited a long time, paid a LOT, and have limited time. Wouldn’t you like to VENTURE OUTSIDE of what you are used to? Escape from the same things that these ships have been offering for DECADES? Maybe a NEW private island you never visited before? A new casino? Different food and drinks?
Why are you paying for THAT???
On top of this, you are expected to pay for things that you would think would be included in the cruise fare. Simple things like soda and bottled water. Shouldn’t they be flowing and available ship wide after the price you paid? And what about Wi-Fi? Should you be expected to pay top dollar for an internet package so you can TRULY RELAX knowing you can stay in touch with anyone both on and off the ship at virtually any time? I mean, what century is this anyway? You have Wi-Fi at home, and at work, and internet access at the supermarket. You deserve to have it on vacation without paying an arm and a leg.
You are ALSO expected to pay GRATUITIES to the staff. It used to already be expensive at $10 per person per day a few years ago, and has now soared to around $20 per person per day or more. This is all whether you received great service or not! Think about it for a minute…why are you paying this again? “Tip our staff whether you interact with them or not!” That is essentially what they are saying. They want you to tip the restaurant maître d'. What if you only go to the restaurants for two nights and they never even say hi to you? Doesn’t that make you just a LITTLE BIT ANGRY?
Are you HUNGRY yet? For More?
Now, let’s really talk about the elephant in the room. For most of us, a good part of the reason we go on a cruise is to experience the FOOD! We love to go out to dinner but hesitate to splurge on fine dining at home, since it’s going to cost over $100 per couple, and we run the risk of not loving our selection. Our cruises are our chance to sample new cuisines and break away from our daily mundane dinners we slave over for ourselves night after night, or just slap together and don’t really enjoy. We already talked about the buffet. But dinner is where it’s at. We’ve had a long day of doing everything or nothing, whatever our heart desires. Now it’s time for an amazing meal. You’ve paid the big bucks to be on the ship, so now you deserve the finest cuisine the chefs have to offer, and the very best overall dining staff and experience. Right? WRONG!!! You get the basic menu, and the regular wait staff. The food might be great! Sometimes it’s a step up from what you’re used to. And more often than not the wait staff are good, and in some cases you build a nice rapport and some memories with them, even after just one night together. That’s how it should be! But, in the back of your mind, you know there are some guests who put up even MORE MONEY to get the really good stuff. The “specialty dining” folks. Anyone can do this of course! Just pay an extra $60-$250 or more per couple and the very best food and service is yours! But here’s a question. Couldn’t they just do that for everyone? Does it really cost them that much more, and wouldn’t that dramatically improve the guest experience and their rebooking rate? Instead, the cruise lines’ motto is, have them keep paying and FEELING like they are getting more value. If they don’t pay extra for the good stuff they won’t appreciate it as much. GRRRRRR…
There’s something else we’ve really gotten used to on the major cruise lines,
so used to it in fact that most don’t even question it anymore. The incredibly restrictive rules about changes after you book, and the cancellation policies. This has gotten really bad. You want to make a booking. The first thing you often have to do now is decide if you want a “refundable” or “non-refundable” fare. Book non-refundable, and you risk losing a deposit, typically $200 or more. It’s gone! Poof! Faster than using Harry Potter’s wand. Book a refundable fare and you pay more right out of the gate. It’s an impossible choice! You can’t even ask them to simply change the date on the cruise you paid for. Or when you realize you can’t go you can’t even change the booking to someone else! Why can’t they just change names? Did they sign some kind of contract with the devil that won’t let them make a name change? They have no obligation to keep your names on the booking while it is “active” than they do if you cancel your booking altogether. So why are they making you pay though the nose when it’s no skin off of theirs when your plans change?I could go on and on. The major, traditional cruise lines have taken things for granted for too long. They aren’t playing fair. They want more for less, and act like they are doing you a favor when they give you what you are entitled to. So what are you supposed to do?
WELL, I’M HERE TO TELL YOU…EVERTHING HAS NOW CHANGED! AND YOU CAN TAKE ADVANTAGE OF A MUCH BETER WAY TO CRUISE, AND SAVE MORE WITH EXCLUSIVE DEALS AND PROMOS NOT AVAILABLE TO EVERYONE ELSE! Let me explain more and then I promise to give you FREE ACCESS to all of it. That’s right, you get the very best deal available and you don’t pay one red cent for the privilege!
NOW, CONSIDER THIS!
First, let’s go right to the FOOD. How about this: NO set dining times, and ALL THE RESTAURANTS YOU GO TO ARE SPECIALTY RESTAURANTS, SERVING UP THE VERY BEST FOOD THE SHIP HAS TO OFFER, including Michelin star chef menu meals. You pay NOTHING EXTRA. You simply choose which specialty venue you’d like to dine at each night. You can choose a new one each night, or return to your favorite multiple times. Book a time in advance (always a good idea) or just arrive when you’d like. You have NEVER seen such unique menus anywhere, all provided with excellent service. Then for the less formal meals like breakfast and lunch. Rather than the crowds, the lines and the WAY in advance prepared food with the gross shared tongs, try something different. A venue where you sit down, use your app or waiter to choose from NUMEROUS unique eateries, and the freshly prepared food is brought to you. You know, like a real RESTAURANT! Except that you have many different menus to choose from, all in one location.
You can still take advantage of the delicious late-night eateries from the 24/7 diner. And yes, you can get that freshly made pizza late night that you love, only now you can customize the toppings! Use your app to order food ANY time!Now, maybe you have kids that you need to take on SOME vacations or maybe you don’t. I want you to really understand, this is for the vacations where you don’t. It’s your time to relax and have a BLAST. No dealing with the screaming kids, whether they be yours or anyone else’s! And yes, most cruise lines have the kids club. But we all know the kids don’t always love it there, and you still have to pick them up! And of course, you may not have kids at all. Do you want to deal with everyone else’s kids? Well, this solution has NO KIDS. Imagine a cruise where everyone is 18+. We’re not talking about super expensive luxury liners. You will pay the same or less than you always do with more benefits and less hassle! No screams (except the kind you really want!), no running by the pool and no kids in the way between you and the ice cream.
What about the crazy, out of control tipping policies? Well….they are gone! What if all tips are included? If you want to express your appreciation for someone who was amazing with you, go right ahead! But tipping is not expected or required. Tipping only when you want to?
WHAT A GREAT CONCEPT!
What about the booking and change/refund policies? Well, how does this sound: You can CHANGE your voyage up to 45 days before your cruise and you can make name changes on your reservation (maybe you have to subsitute one person for another, or both!) up to 48 hours before your voyage!
Sound a lot more fair and equitable to you? Me too.
Have a bit of a budget issue right now? No problem! Cruise financing is available as an option during your booking process.
Get ready to experience a totally different kind of entertainment. This isn’t your standard wait in the theater for the dancers and singers to come out. These are some of the most innovative, modern and interactive performances in the world today!
SOUND LIKE IT'S TIME TO CRUISE DIFFERENTLY?
Consider THIS for your next cruise:
Fair and reasonable pricing! Cruise fares like you are used to or less! YES, REALLY!
NO tipping! You will not be charged for tips before, during or after your cruise. EVER!
You will ONLY dine on the ship in SPECIALTY RESTAURANTS. NO CHARGE!
NO Kids! A lot less annoyance.
Free, scooped homemade ice cream, multiple flavors with NO KIDS in your way.
Free Wi-Fi! Stay connected without having to pay extra.
Sparkling new ships! Nothing old and no poorly done refurbishments.
New kinds of entertainment, free of charge of course, things you have never seen or experienced before.
FREE bottled water, juices and soft drinks. No need to buy a drink package for that!
20+ eateries with NO gross buffets! Fresh, delicious food served to you.
FREE group fitness classes including Yoga and Meditation.
LOTS of flexibility with changing dates and names on reservations. No more senseless restrictions.
PLENTY of departure ports and destinations, an option for every travel desire!
I know what you're thinking. It sounds GREAT! What cruise line is it and how do I book all of this?
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Okay, so enough tantalizing. You are asking yourself, who are you and what cruise line is this? RIGHT?
My name is Valerie Ackler,
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