Are you preparing for your first cruise? Today, as your source for safe Miami cruise parking, we’re going to give you some tips on what you need to know for your first cruise. These dos and don’ts will help you avoid some serious faux pas at sea.

  • Always tip! On US-owned ships, tipping is expected and you’ll be given envelopes with suggested gratuities to be paid at the end of your cruise. The crew work incredibly hard to make your cruise enjoyable and the tips they receive are crucial: so show them how much you appreciate what they’ve done for you.
  • Know what you’re paying for on the cruise. On cruises where drinks aren’t included, when you sign for them you’ll be required to add a service charge – it’s a good idea to hold on to those receipts so you can keep track of how much you’re spending. Is tipping included in the price? Will it be added on later?
  • Go with the flow! It goes without saying that sometimes things go wrong. Remember also that sometimes your ship may not be able to dock in a particular port because of adverse weather conditions. This is no one’s fault, and they have your best interest at heart – so try not to get too worked up about it.
  • Don’t get left behind! It can be easy to lose track of time if you’re off exploring when you’re in port – but remember that if you’re not back on your ship in time there’s a real possibility it will depart without you!