9 Ways Cruises Cheat You Out of Money

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9. Schedules

If you’re lucky enough to be on a cruise that has food and activities included, be sure to abide by the times that are set for you to attend the dinners and events – and definitely don’t be late. If you miss a meal or show, you may have to pay if you want to sit in on the next opening. We all know that tardiness never pays, and in this case it could even cost double.

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