How much does a cruise cost?

[retiredguy123]

Cruise experts. Can someone please tell me how much a 7 day cruise to the caribbean for 2 people will actually cost? I mean the total cost, including everything. The cruise, taxes, tips, drinks, transportation, and everything else I need to pay for. How much money will I need to spend from the time I leave my house in The Villages until I get back home a week or so later. And, I want a nice cabin with a balcony. Thanks.

[New Englander]

I've been on about 10 cruises and there's no way to really answer your question. The total cost depends on a number of things.
Such as:::

Which cruise line?
Type of cabin you choose?
Are you and yours going to consume adult beverages?
Will you take any shore excursions?
Etc, Etc..

[GoodLife]

Cruise experts. Can someone please tell me how much a 7 day cruise to the caribbean for 2 people will actually cost? I mean the total cost, including everything. The cruise, taxes, tips, drinks, transportation, and everything else I need to pay for. How much money will I need to spend from the time I leave my house in The Villages until I get back home a week or so later. And, I want a nice cabin with a balcony. Thanks.

LOL I think you need a travel agent.

PS I'd like to take a trip for two to Europe, London, Amsterdam, Paris and Prague with a side trip down the Danube. Could you calculate my total cost including airfare, transfers, meals, tips and transport from my home? Thanks.

PS We drink premium liquors sometimes 10 each per day, please throw that into your calculations.

[retiredguy123]

I've been on about 10 cruises and there's no way to really answer your question. The total cost depends on a number of things.
Such as:::

Which cruise line?
Type of cabin you choose?
Are you and yours going to consume adult beverages?
Will you take any shore excursions?
Etc, Etc..
I want a mid price cabin with balcony, don't care what cruise line, yes to adult beverages, and no to excursions.

[mtdjed]

$300 a day each with no airfare.

[biker1]

I suggest you talk to a travel agent and/or start researching via the internet. Prices can vary considerably based on the cruise line, time of year, and itinerary. All of the cruise lines have webpages with their prices. You can also go to sites such as Expedia.

I want a mid price cabin with balcony, don't care what cruise line, yes to adult beverages, and no to excursions.

[mtdjed]

How much money should you budget for a cruise? | Florida Cruise Tips (http://www.floridacruisetips.com/how-much-money-should-you-budget-for-a-cruise/)

You can estimate yourself based upon your desires

[jnieman]

If you are looking for a budget cruise Carnival is good for that. Also some of the 3 or 4 day Royal Carribean. A travel agent would be able to do what you ask. A good website to visit is Cruise Reviews, Cruise Deals and Cruises - Cruise Critic (http://www.cruisecritic.com) You can read about each ship to get an idea of what type cruise you would like.

[Ooper]

Check out YouTube. There are a number of videos that can help you . Here is one that talks about the RC Allure 7-day in the Caribbean. How much will your cruise (really) cost? Budget Tips - Allure of the Seas (Oasis Class Cruise Ship) - YouTube (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsk6KDE2Gg4&t=3s)

[thelegges]

We use last minute travel sites, if you are not at ease surfing use a travel agent

[Allegiance]

We use last minute travel sites, if you are not at ease surfing use a travel agentWhich are you favorites?

THANKS

[PennBF]

First the advertised price then add on Port Fees, Taxes and Insurance. Then travel to from the port, airfare if required, side trips, some shopping, tips, drinks if you use liquor. You can start with these as a basis for calculation. An example on what a cruise can cost: Trip from The Villages to Tahiti through Los Angles in a mini suits for 2 with no Liquor and some side trips and tips costs between $17,000-20,000 for 28 days.. In a reqular cabin with balcony for a round trip to Europe on a Transtlantic would be between $5,000-8,000. Forget what they advertise the trips as..these are actual out of pocket costs.:ho:

[maureenod]

A cabin with a balcony would be a much higher price. Your only in your cabin to sleep on a cruise.

[photo1902]

A cabin with a balcony would be a much higher price. Your only in your cabin to sleep on a cruise.

In my opinion, there is nothing more relaxing than being able to look (or sit) on your balcony overlooking the ocean. Whether your underway or in port. For new cruisers (those that have never been in an inside cabin), there is a BIG difference between having a window, or a balcony. Granted you probably won't spend much time in your cabin, other than sleeping, you should really see if your budget allows a balcony.

[JSR22]

In my opinion, there is nothing more relaxing than being able to look (or sit) on your balcony overlooking the ocean. Whether your underway or in port. For new cruisers (those that have never been in an inside cabin), there is a BIG difference between having a window, or a balcony. Granted you probably won't spend much time in your cabin, other than sleeping, you should really see if your budget allows a balcony.

I 100% agree about the balcony. We only take rooms with balconies. They are wonderful for days at sea and acocktail at night.

[New Englander]

Cruise experts. Can someone please tell me how much a 7 day cruise to the caribbean for 2 people will actually cost? I mean the total cost, including everything. The cruise, taxes, tips, drinks, transportation, and everything else I need to pay for. How much money will I need to spend from the time I leave my house in The Villages until I get back home a week or so later. And, I want a nice cabin with a balcony. Thanks.

I sent you a message.

[Ingenuity]

We have been on 25+ cruises. Love to cruise and used to sell them. With that said, you need a travel agent for the first 2 cruises. Then keep researching on the internet. If you choose the wrong ship for your personality, no matter what the cost you will be miserable. Carnival is known for good prices and partying, but we have been on more sedate carnival ships and they have been enjoyable(we travel while school is in session). Again, see an agent for your first cruise, it is a great vacation if you choose correctly. :MOJE_whot:

[Skip2MySue]

Cruise experts. Can someone please tell me how much a 7 day cruise to the caribbean for 2 people will actually cost? I mean the total cost, including everything. The cruise, taxes, tips, drinks, transportation, and everything else I need to pay for. How much money will I need to spend from the time I leave my house in The Villages until I get back home a week or so later. And, I want a nice cabin with a balcony. Thanks.


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[PennBF]

It is true that some travel agents can really help save money and secure advantages. In our last cruise to Tahiti we were able to get $1,500 in on board credit. Also if you book through the cruise line you may wait for a long time to get them on the phone while with a good travel agent you would get an immediate return call and they will work hard for you. :mmmm:

[autumnspring]

If you are looking for a budget cruise Carnival is good for that. Also some of the 3 or 4 day Royal Carribean. A travel agent would be able to do what you ask. A good website to visit is Cruise Reviews, Cruise Deals and Cruises - Cruise Critic (http://www.cruisecritic.com) You can read about each ship to get an idea of what type cruise you would like.

I've been told NOT BEEN CONFIRMED,if, you are a stock holder, you get extra discounts.

Also, the time of the cruse has an effect on the cost. Hurricane season you can get some great discounts.
Actually, any risk is very minimal. Weather plotting is far superior to what it once was and those cruse ships are USUALLY fast enough to outrun a storm. OH AND IF IT GETS CHOPPY, THERE IS NO WAIT FOR MEALS OR SHOWS.

[PennBF]

It is true that you are pretty safe when it comes to weather and some passengers suffer from sea sickness so the food lines are less after a storm. We have been through gales, and really bad weather but other than watching yourself when you walk there are no problems. We do have a problem with the Carnival ships as they seem to be more of the younger set and party cruises. One cruise we had with Royal Caribbean it was during a "College Spring Break" and it was great watching them have fun.. Carnival just has a bad reputation for parties good bad or difference it is a perception.:mornincoffee:

[smurphy]

I've been told NOT BEEN CONFIRMED,if, you are a stock holder, you get extra discounts.

Also, the time of the cruse has an effect on the cost. Hurricane season you can get some great discounts.
Actually, any risk is very minimal. Weather plotting is far superior to what it once was and those cruse ships are USUALLY fast enough to outrun a storm. OH AND IF IT GETS CHOPPY, THERE IS NO WAIT FOR MEALS OR SHOWS.

Concerning stock ownership, if you own 100 shares of Carnival stock, you can get an on board credit for each cruise you take on a Carnival Corp owned cruise line. You have to send in proof of ownership for each cruise. The obc is $100 for a 7 day cruise, other length cruises have a different amount.

Good deal.