You're probably wondering how you can get discounts on your next cruise, whether it's when buying it, on excursions (if you decide to book them with the same company) or on additional services like hairdressing, beauty, drinks... well, here are some ideas to help you save that money.
The first way to save money when buying your next cruise ticket is by booking in advance. Booking roughly four months ahead is the ideal time to find a good price and choose the best cabins; if you wait longer, you might not get the cabin you want.
Each cruise line has its own way of building customer loyalty , and if you've already traveled with them, they'll send you exclusive promotions for travelers, and even cruises just for repeat passengers. Typically, being a "friend of the cruise line" gives you between 5 and 10 percent off your ticket, plus other added benefits, such as exclusive access to certain areas like spas or more upscale gyms. If you have one of these loyalty cards, always ask if it entitles you to be a "friend" of another brand within the same company. For example, Carnival Corp. markets cruises from Carnival Cruise Lines, Costa Cruises, Cunard, Holland America, Princess, and Seabourn. Here 's more detailed information about one of these "clubs."
When it comes to excursions, cruise lines offer discounts if you book them through them, and these discounts are even greater if you book online. For example, Pullmantur offers a 5 percent discount if you book excursions online, even on the day your trip begins.
An interesting way to get a cheaper trip is through discount codes or coupons. Many online stores offer discounts on cruises; these are usually limited to a specific number of cruises with very specific dates, destinations, or cabin types, but if they fit your plans, you can find very good prices. In addition, the cruise lines themselves often have discount codes on their websites for their services. The most common are for Wi-Fi, drinks, or beauty treatments.