Make Your Cruise Holiday Spending Money Go Further

If you have been saving hard all year for your dream cruise holiday, it makes sense to make your budget stretch as far as it possibly can once you're onboard. After the initial cost of the cruise, taking spending money along is a must but if you are canny you can make it last as long as possible.

If you know where to look onboard, there will be many opportunities to not only save you some money, but also get loads of services free of charge. If you familiarise yourself with the ship as soon as you board, you can begin your freebie adventure with gusto!

To start with, don't be tempted by the many cafes aboard the ship that will charge you for teas, coffees and soft drinks - even water!. Stick to the main dining areas where you know these will be free.

There will be lots of parties onboard thrown by the staff to give the passengers a chance to mingle. You can often pick up free alcoholic drinks like wine at these so it is well worth keeping your eyes open for them. Also, cash your traveller's cheques on board rather than offshore where you will face a pretty steep service charge.

Look for special offers onboard at the various services offered to passengers. For instance, if you are willing to act as a model then you might bag yourself a free haircut or facial.

The purser's desk is a fantastic place to pick up giveaways like sewing kits, postcards etc. Make a special trip here every day to see what can be picked up.

So, keep an eye out for any freebies you come across on your cruise and stay holiday - not only are they lovely keepsakes, but the very thrifty among you could also recycle some of them as gifts for family!

By: Nicky Jones

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