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Here’s what you should probably know to save money on your next cruise.

Here’s everything you gotta know to book an affordable cruise vacation.

Aerial view of a Norwegian Cruise Ship

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Best of all, there are no pricey beverage packages.

Keep an eye out forfrequent flash salesfor even more savings.

Typically, says Travis, the best pricing on a cruise is when the schedule is first released.

State room on Virgin Voyages Ship

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Similarly, Clabbers says that flexibility is key when it comes to finding and scoring thebest cruise deals.

Conversely, giving up some of that flexibility sometimes pays off.

Finally, you may also consider cruising inshoulder seasonor even low season.

Deck of a Princess Cruise ship in Alaska

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For one, consider bringing your own booze.

Pro tip: Stay onboard during a port day, and the lines wont be as long.

Exterior of a Carnival Cruise Ship

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