Cruise Hacks from Chasity Lattimore at L.O.A. Travel Agency
Think cruise perks are only for big spenders or platinum-status cruisers? Think again. You don’t need to drop thousands to get a little VIP treatment on the high seas.
As a travel advisor, I help everyday cruisers unlock serious value — and I’m spilling the tea on how you can do it too.
Here are five smart ways to earn cruise perks without emptying your wallet.
🧾 1. Book Early (or Late — Strategically)
Cruise lines love planners and risk-takers.
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Book early to get first pick on cabins, lower prices, and early saver perks like onboard credit.
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Book last-minute if your schedule is flexible — you can score deep discounts and loyalty point boosts.
🎯 Bonus: Booking through a travel advisor may unlock agency-exclusive perks too (hint hint).
🎉 2. Take Advantage of Free Loyalty Tiers
Most cruise lines give you perks after your very first cruise — like:
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Welcome gifts
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Priority boarding
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Discounts on future cruises
✔️ Enroll in the loyalty program before you sail to make your cruise days count from day one. It’s free, and it adds up faster than you think.
💳 3. Use Cruise-Branded Credit Cards — Wisely
Carnival, Royal, and Norwegian all offer branded cards that earn points for:
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Cruise deposits
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Onboard spending
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Regular everyday purchases
🔥 Tip: Only use them if you pay off your balance each month — interest charges wipe out the benefits.
🚢 4. Cruise Off-Season or Midweek
Shoulder season cruises (think January, early March, September) are:
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Cheaper
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Less crowded
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More likely to have room upgrades available
👀 Fewer passengers often means more attention — and sometimes surprise perks.
🧠 5. Book With a Travel Advisor Who Knows the Tricks
Travel advisors (like me!) can help you:
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Snag special promos with free drinks, WiFi, or credit
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Combine loyalty benefits with limited-time deals
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Avoid rookie mistakes that cost you perks
📲 I work directly with cruise lines to maximize your value without blowing your budget.
⚓ Final Thought
Perks don’t always come with a high price tag. If you know when to book, how to spend, and who to book through, you can cruise like a VIP — without paying like one.
📞 Ready to cruise smarter?
I’ve got deals, tips, and loyalty strategies tailored just for you.
Chasity Lattimore – Owner, L.O.A. Travel Agency
🌐 www.loatravelagency.com
📧 loatravelagency2@gmail.com
📱 478-284-4660
Let’s cruise for perks — not pressure.
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