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Planning a cruise? Taking a cruise vacation can actually offer the most value of any type of vacation. A cruise ship is an all in one vacation. You have everything including entertainment, lodging, shopping, dining, and casino all right there for you to enjoy. And most of it is at not additional charge.

Want to save money on your next cruise vacation? It just takes being careful when planning and doing plenty of research ahead of time. You will want to look at every detail on every part of your cruise vacation in order to maximize your savings on our next trip.

Before you book your next cruise vacation follow these tips for planning your cruise and you may be able to save a little extra or get a little extra out of your vacation. All you will have to do after that is pack your bathing suit and sunscreen!
Coupon Tips for Cruise Vacation
  1. Booking your cruise vacation early or late can lead to big savings on your cruise vacation. Typically the early saver discounts are available if you book your cruise 3-5 months in advance. Before you book though check to make sure you get the lowest rate guaranteed. Cruise operators like Carnival guarantee that if you book early and the price drops that they will honor the difference. For late booking or last minute cruises you typically book just a few days before departure. The downside is you need to be flexible in your plans.
  2. If you are single, solo cruises are a great way to have fun while getting a great deal on a vacation at the same time. Your staterooms are usually smaller, but are you really going to stay in your room anyway? Maybe for a nap.
  3. When you are booking your cruise, look for deals that offer shipboard credits for excursions. Many cruise operators and cruise agencies use this as a promotional tool for booking cruise vacations. Take advantage of these offers and you may not have to pay anything extra once you are on your cruise.
  4. If you are a cruise regular, sign up for the loyalty program. All the cruise lines offer some type of lyalty program. Benefits vary but usually result in room upgrades, early booking offers, or onboard perks. Sign up is free.
  5. Practically all of the cruise operators offer discounts for the military, police, firefighters, EMT, and National Guard service men and women. Definitely call ahead of time before laying out any plans for a cruise vacation. Some cruise lines even offer discounts for teachers and educators.
  6. Several cruise operators and cruise booking agencies offer discounts for AARP members as well with savings up to $100 on select cruises. Expedia, Blount Small Ship Adventures, Hurtigruten, MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line, and Variety Cruises are just some that offer discounts for AARP members.
  7. Book using your American Express card on certain cruises and you can save money as well in the form of onboard ship credits. Some cruise companies like Norwegian and Royal Caribbean offer credits up to $500 when using your American Express card.

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