#Cruise Planning 101
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SimonTravels
Today, we’re going back to school for #Cruise Planning 101! We want to hear your best tips for finding and preparin… https://t.co/oPgUhtJK1F
SimonTravels
From shopping for a #cruise to picking a stateroom to planning the right shore excursions, we want to hear every as… https://t.co/AYcuXnIPfD
SimonTravels
If you’re a new cruiser planning your first #cruise, feel free to ask your planning questions during the chat, and… https://t.co/IPrChKehXK
jencallister
RT @CruiseHolidayie: Want to learn everything about the world's largest cruise ship #SymphonyoftheSeas!? Of course you do! 😍 Check out Kath…
SimonTravels
Q1: How do you normally research & book your #cruise vacations? Travel agent? Direct w/the cruise line? Online? #CruiseChat
DonHarlan
replying to @SimonTravels @SimonTravels A1 Reseach variety of tools then book Direct with cruise line #cruisechat
SimonTravels
Q2: What's most important when you're choosing a #cruise? Destination? Ship? Price? Why? #CruiseChat
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Cruisewriter
A2 It's a combination of all of them. Always need to decide if the destination is worth the price. Sometimes I want… https://t.co/Vyq0Cp0mb6
SimonTravels
Q3: How far ahead do you typically plan a #cruise vacation? How long does it usually take from idea to booking? #CruiseChat
DonHarlan
replying to @SimonTravels @SimonTravels A3 - varies widely 1 week to 2 years. I find bargains at both initial offering and last minute. Idea… https://t.co/Q0bIYJ9qbm
SimonTravels
Q4: What features or benefits are most important to you when choosing a #cruise ship stateroom? Why? #CruiseChat
CruiseHabit
A1: We *always* use a good travel agent. They key is finding someone who works hard for you and who you communicate… https://t.co/CHAj3XqDlk
Cruisewriter
Q4 For me, it usually comes down to price and value. I try to not book a cabin below a noisy area. On my recent POA… https://t.co/sN5B521cGx
CruiseHabit
replying to @SimonTravels @SimonTravels A3: Sometimes we book over a year out, but we've booked as close as three days away from sail-away! I… https://t.co/smIsD4sAyY
DonHarlan
replying to @SimonTravels @SimonTravels A4 - stateroom is usually unimportant - just don't spend any time there, thus typically book interior… https://t.co/RiUVgzs1Fh
CruiseHabit
replying to @SimonTravels @SimonTravels A4: For us, just cruising is the most important part, we're not too picky about our stateroom type an… https://t.co/6kuaxTW7IC
SimonTravels
Q5: What tips can you share about pre-cruise travel? How do you make your arrangements to get to the ship? #CruiseChat
DonHarlan
replying to @SimonTravels @SimonTravels A5 Always travel day or more before cruise so no worry about potential delays. Usually take opt to vi… https://t.co/lJEUlqVgNg
CruiseHabit
replying to @SimonTravels @SimonTravels A5: Pack your pre-cruise clothes seperately so that you don't have to unpack/repack everything just b… https://t.co/HJ5zIVuy8I
SimonTravels
Q6: Early? Late? Anytime? Freestyle? Specialty? Buffet? Oh my! What are your favorite #cruise dining options? #CruiseChat
CruiseHabitBill
SimonTravels A5: Pack your pre-cruise clothes seperately so that you don't have to unpack/repack everything just be… https://t.co/8ySbMxvcwR
Cruisewriter
A5 Arriving at the port the day before embarkation relieves lots of stress. I have some go-to shuttles that I use i… https://t.co/wQvwTxcA2H
DonHarlan
replying to @SimonTravels @SimonTravels A6 All the above! Use Main Dining as anchor, but explore everything. Look for value specialty dining… https://t.co/b4GQrKlaYP
SimonTravels
Q7: How do you book shore excursions? In advance with #cruise line? 3rd party website? Onboard? Or not at all? #CruiseChat
SquidgeMundo
RT @CruiseHolidayie: Want to learn everything about the world's largest cruise ship #SymphonyoftheSeas!? Of course you do! 😍 Check out Kath…
Cruisewriter
A6 @CruiseNorwegian has the best thing going with Freestyle Dining. I don't want to rush to get ready for a set din… https://t.co/ZI7DBmyQ61
Cruisewriter
A7 I do my own thing unless logistics are difficult and then I do a cruise shorex. #cruisechat
DonHarlan
replying to @SimonTravels @SimonTravels A7 Again all the above. We book a lot of food tours usually not avail thru cruise - great food, cult… https://t.co/lxXGpDTHVS
SimonTravels
Q8: How do you maximize enjoyment of sea days? Is it a case of doing as much or as little as possible? Why? #CruiseChat
CruiseHabit
replying to @SimonTravels @SimonTravels A7: We always look at all options. Often third parties offer guarantees similar to cruise lines at lo… https://t.co/xZ5tPPJA8j
Cruisewriter
RT @DonHarlan: @SimonTravels A7 Again all the above. We book a lot of food tours usually not avail thru cruise - great food, culture explo…
Cruisewriter
A8 Sea days are a great chance to rest up from or for port days. Nice chance to do new activities that are offered… https://t.co/0OrmsYVo6K
SimonTravels
Q9: What one thing did you wish you had known before your 1st #cruise that would have made a big difference? #CruiseChat
DonHarlan
replying to @SimonTravels @SimonTravels A8 relax and do a few select activities. Enjoy breakfast & lunch in MDR. Enjoy the spa, go to the art… https://t.co/nBxpKBjDiF
Cruisewriter
A9 Not that it would have made a big difference, but didn't know that certain guests took it the cruise very seriou… https://t.co/1sjJ0JwIKY
SimonTravels
Next week, we’re so excited to welcome @regentcruises back to #CruiseChat to learn about the new #SevenSeasSplendor… https://t.co/NHOvQ7SqBB
SimonTravels
Our friends @regentcruises and a special guest will join us to share details about the new ship! We can’t wait! #CruiseChat
DonHarlan
replying to @SimonTravels @SimonTravels A9 It's been so long not sure I remember. Probably the need to be flexible and go with the flow on e… https://t.co/S1KBTMXvpg
SimonTravels
Join us for the extra special #SevenSeasSplendor edition of #CruiseChat Tuesday April 24 at 2 pm ET!
SimonTravels
That does it for this week’s #CruiseChat! Thank you so much for joining us! #YouAllRock!
lorene4too
RT @SimonTravels: Join us for the extra special #SevenSeasSplendor edition of #CruiseChat Tuesday April 24 at 2 pm ET!
Ekat_Dim
All set for @planetcruise tv on @IdealWorldTV with Lee @AzamaraVoyages taking us #Cruising to #Bali #FarEast… https://t.co/JZe5lij5AS
travelshopgirl
Who Would've Thought I'd Go #Bungee Jumping In #Auckland, NZ On A WORLD #CRUISE? https://t.co/gkwWKHKQuy… https://t.co/BWWQPdPGxj