After the September 11 attacks, many people have stopped cruising, and because of that cruise lines have significantly lowered their rates to encourage travelers. However, to help them recuperate some of the losses due to lowered fares, they have raised their prices on some items. However, some ships are much more all-inclusive than others, namely the smaller ships don't have you pay for all of the extras.
Port charges, tax, and gratuities are the three largest add-ons for your cruise before you even get on the ship! Shore excursions, soda and alcohol (unless you have a pre-paid plan), internet access, and spa treatments are other things that can add to the cost. Here is a short list of some of the other add-ons, all of which, of course, are optional, but often recommended and/or of special interest to you:
Alternative dining $10-35
Baby sitter $5-7 per hour per child
Bottled water $2.50-7
Washing $1.50-3 per piece
Dry cleaning $3-8 each
Fitness class $10 each
Hair care $20-40
Ice cream $2-5.75
Soda $1.50-3
Photographs from onboard photographers $10-27.50
Tuxedo rental $85
Dinner wine $7-500
Even though there are some additional expenses, some of which cannot be avoided, there is still very little reason why they would cost more than a comparable hotel in a major city! Enjoy your next cruise, especially after you saved so much money by booking on www.kingarthur.myttn.com
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