Jan 20, 2015
Gary Bembridge author of "The Cruise Traveler's Handbook" provides another 60-Second Cruise Tip. For more visit http://www.60secondcruisetips.com and subscribe free to the podcast on iTunes, Stitcher Radio and TuneIn Radio
Getting Best Fare: eMail Newsletters
I have many tips for getting the best fare based on my experiences
and from what other passengers and agents have shared with me. Here
is one of them
Sign up for the cruise line and cruise agent emails
This is the best way to keep up to date on when new itineraries are
launched as well as the latest deals and promotions. Most lines,
and agents that sell cruises, send regular emails promoting future
cruises, deals to sell off excess capacity and slower selling
itineraries. Visit websites of lines that appeal to you and join
their mailing lists. You should also browse the latest offers which
will be displayed on their home page or via links while there.
The best deals will usually be for cruises departing within 90
days. This is the deadline for travellers with existing bookings to
pay the final balance of their fare. The line then knows with
greater certainty the capacity they still need to sell. Most want
to sail with full ships as they make significant income from
on-board expenditure and offer deep discounts, upgrades or on-board
credit to fill the remaining cabins.
Listen for more tips on finding good cruise fares in other
episodes.