#146: Cruise expert Emma Le Teace shares insider tips to optimize your cruising experience. She shares an overview of cruise operators, must-visit regions, practical advice on booking, packing, and making the most of the onboard facilities. She also offers tips on how to book the best deals and avoid hidden costs in cruise travel. Emma Le Teace is an award-winning cruise blogger, YouTuber and the founder of Emma Cruises. She's been on 60+ cruises, ranging from luxury yachts to mega-ships, and loves sharing cruise tips to help others master the ability to cruise in style on a budget. Link to Full Show Notes: https://allthehacks.com/emma-cruises Partner Deals Gelt: Skip the waitlist on personalized tax guidance to maximize your wealth MasterClass: Learn from the world's best with a 2-for-1 membership Fabric: Affordable term life insurance for you and your family Vuori: 20% off the most comfortable performance apparel I've ever worn Green Chef: 60% off + 20% off for two months of healthy and delicious meals For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Emma Le Teace: Website | YouTube | Instagram Floating Hotel in Japan: Guntu Website to Search Cruises: Vacations To Go Founder's Card Program Frequent Miler Article: How to Get Free Cruises by Gaming Casino Status Matches Full Show Notes (02:13) Why You Should Opt for Traveling in Cruises (03:21) Emma’s Cruising Journey (04:13) The Cruising Landscape (09:00) Major Cruise Regions (13:05) Evaluation Criteria to Consider When Selecting a Cruise (15:46) Websites to Search for Cruises (18:34) Best Times to Book Deals (20:54) Getting Casino Status without Gambling (23:58) Hidden Costs on Cruises (29:23) Meeting People on Cruises (35:35) Cruises to Steer Away From (38:11) Choosing a Cabin (40:53) Other Things to Consider When Booking a Cruise (42:19) Importance of Travel Insurance (45:29) Visas for Cruises (48:11) Things to Pack (50:07) The Food Onboard (54:06) Onboard Activities & Entertainment (55:49) Things to Avoid on a Cruise (56:45) Traveling with Kids (58:36) Dealing with Seasickness (1:00:50) Emerging Trends in the Cruise Industry (1:02:37) Disney Cruises Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices