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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]The answer to this question is why I absolutely avoid cruises like the plague. You’re just a captive audience, there to be milked dry on every service and extra. I can’t understand why anyone enjoys this.[/quote]

Then don't do the extras. I once booked a cruise, then got laid off and had no disposable income. I didn't spend any money on the ship other than tips.

I'm not a big drinker, and can happily have just a couple over the course of a week. I don't need to gamble. I don't think the specialty restaurants are worth it. I like a good massage but if I'm on a budget I skip it. I really don't need to buy their expensive photographs when we all carry phones everywhere. There are some activities that cost money but I can really just sit by the pool or read in the corner for most of the day. Shore excursions are pricy, but I've had wonderful inexpensive days in port on my own. (Let us know what ports or check on cruise critic for ideas).

There are tons of extras to pay for but they're all optional. [/quote]

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