Not lucky you have Mil ins. You earned it and deserve it. Thanks for your service.

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

I appreciate that! 🙏

@catherineyagecic416

2 ай бұрын

Thank you for your service!

I just read an article that more and more people are living full time on cruise ships and now I see why. Thank you for sharing this information.

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

No problem!

@AnthonyScottGames

2 ай бұрын

Cruise companies don’t like it. It’s a vacation ship not a residence.

@angiecarver3999

Ай бұрын

@@AnthonyScottGameswhat does it matter? Uf they are making their paper they shouldn’t care.

@AnthonyScottGames

Ай бұрын

@@angiecarver3999 liability. It’s not a residence. They don’t have the doctors or equipment to deal with ongoing care. All the staff and crew are healthy or sent home. Inexperienced people pay more.. plenty of reasons. If you’re willing to put into the effort at retirement age to do it long enough they might even pay you to leave 😆

Your minimalist lifestyle - and your discipline about thrift - are impressive! Subscribed 😁

@30AndAWakeUp

25 күн бұрын

Thanks! 🙏

Just retired from the Navy on 1/1/24 and was watching this video thinking about doing the same thing… I was excited to see that your doing this as a retiree as well :)

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

Awesome! Congrats on your retirement!

I think this is the first vlog I've ever come across that dives into the complete cost of cruising. Its so informative and straight to the point. Excellent vlog, new subscriber here, well done!

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

Awww thanks Emma! :)

Love a good spreadsheet! Thank you for your service,

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoy it!

Wow, the water looks so blue and beautiful. Enjoy your adventure!

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

thank you! 🙏

I commend you on 2 things....your sacrifice and service for our country, and answering all of the people who have questions or comments on the video! I see countless videos where people respond with questions and the Tuber never takes the time to answer a single one! Awesome job and I subbed as well!

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

I figured if someone takes the time to write a comment, I can take the time to reply! :)

Love the transparency and that you are so honest on the costs. It shows it is doable. Wishing you a happy Easter! 🐣

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

Thank you! You too! 🐰

Enjoyed the detailed price breakdown. Thanks for sharing your experiences Kevin!

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

You bet!🙏🙏🙏

Love the detail this month!

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

Thanks, GGM! 🙏

Thanks for the info; this is really looking like a viable option for living a minimalistic lifestyle. I'm still leaning towards living full-time in an RV but if I ever can't do it physically, or just want a break, I would certainly look at this as an option. I'm glad you're showing other options in addition to what you've previously shown as far as living in a van. It's great to have options!!! It just goes to show you that you can live a good life AND do it as a minimalist! I've been going over my budget to try to see what I can do to reduce my expenses (especially health and food costs). I just got a boost in income when my youngest child turned 26 and fell off my insurance so I'm acting like it never occurred and just saving that money to go towards buying a small home that I can possibly rent out while living on the road, cruising, and/or living internationally full-time for a while. All of the Grounded Life video info is great. I currently watch Grounded Life Travel and Grounded Life Finance; they really provide some great, sound, and inspiring info (just like you). Again, thx for the video. PS - I AM definitely a subscriber, and happy to tell anyone that if you aren't, you should definitely join in on the fun!! Live life!!!!

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

Yeah, they really are great! I love their channel!

Love this kind of video!

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! 🙏

Thank you for your service brother 🫡

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

Thanks! 🙏

That was incredible information and well appreciated 🥰

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

awww thank you 🙏 i really enjoyed putting it together

WOW, I'm impressed that with 110K subs you are still replying to every comment. That is absolute dedication and I wish you and your channel every success :)

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

Thanks! I figure if people can take their time to watch and comment, I can take the time to answer them.

@seethingsclearlyawaken3424

Ай бұрын

You're welcome.

@nauticdixons

19 күн бұрын

Meanwhile, I've seen people with 100 subs that don't bother to respond at all.

@seethingsclearlyawaken3424

19 күн бұрын

Thank you. It does take a while, but I am here for you people. I want everyone to learn.

You, do you! Love the content!

@30AndAWakeUp

16 күн бұрын

Thanks! 🙏

When I finish school i will be working towards this relentlessly

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

Check out the book A Simple Path to Wealth….it’s the best!

Thank you for your service master chief. Well done!

@30AndAWakeUp

17 күн бұрын

Ty! 🙏

Breaking it down really does show us how possible it is for travel by cruise ship. Thanks for sharing Kev!!

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

My pleasure! 🙏😊

I noticed with you and other channels my subscription with KZread was dropped. So good that you are telling people to check again.

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

yeah that happens to me too

I hope you're having a wonderful Easter, Kevin!🎉💐🤗🛳🌅

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

Same to you!!! 🐰

Very good video. We appreciate you taking the time to share all your valuable tips on Thailand. Thank you! We're PUMPED UP!

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

thanks!!🙏

Awesome man! You got a deal going. Thanks for the good information.

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

No problem 👍

@seethingsclearlyawaken3424

Ай бұрын

You are certainly welcome.

New to your channel, thanks for sharing such great info. I have never been on a cruise. But sure am thinking hard about it now!! Thank you for your miitary service and God bless.

@30AndAWakeUp

11 күн бұрын

I think cruising is a great way to travel!

Hi Kevin! Nice break-down of your expenses! I think most people might spend more on eating off ship at some ports, maybe, but it's nice that you don't need to. It's really got to be one of the more frugal ways to travel when you do it right. I was on a Norwegian cruise (Carribean) in 2017 and loved it, but they seem to be having a *lot* of "unforced errors"/ PR nightmares lately. Not sure I would want to go with them again in the future at this point. Princess and Royal seem much more guest focused from what I'm hearing. Happy Easter! Cheers!...from North Vancouver

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

Yeah, I used to eat a lot off the ship but now I just rather eat before I go out and after I get back. Then I dont have to carry any cash! :)

Well, this is intriguing!

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

Thanks, Susan!

Thank you for your service.

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

thanks 🙏

Thank you for your service in the 🪖. Subscribed. Great to the point video.

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

Thanks for watching and commenting! 🙏

@seethingsclearlyawaken3424

Ай бұрын

You certainly are welcome.

Great content. Thanks for your video.

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching! 🙏

Cruise ships are fun not gonna lie!! Keep living it up buddy!!

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

Thanks!

That's pretty cool how the Casino & Free Play has worked this year for you. I'm not a big gambler so I probably wouldn't have ever thought about it.

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

yeah, i’m not a big gambler either, kinda got lucky

Very cool! Thanks for explaining the casino method again. In the end, all these cruises, aside from taxes and fees, cost the original $50 you put in. It is a really economical way to live, plus you get to go to amazing places.👋🇨🇦

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

yeah, i feel fortunate to have stumbled into that

Very interesting. Love cruise ships.

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

me too

Thank you for this video. I love a good ceramic coffee mug, but I do not travel with one. One of my co- workers gave me a Yeti tumbler will my name and a phrase plus a mountain scene etched on it. Later I found an accessory handle that slides on and is removable. That mug keeps things hot or cold for hours and goes everywhere with me, well almost. I don't wilderness backpack with it. I have even cruised with it. I would never have purchased a Yeti just because of the price point, but because of the thoughtful gift, I have given them as gifts. The Yeti tumbler and a stainless steel water bottle have a permanent place in my carry on luggage, and my vehicles when I am out adventuring and living out of them. Thank you again for taking us along on your journey. Safe travels.

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

i need to check those out..i’ve heard good things about them

@anitasimmons3599

2 ай бұрын

@@30AndAWakeUp just wait until after you break the ceramic one... it always happens eventually. I like the 16 oz one because if I have to eat my freez dried emergency rations I can just get hot water anywhere in the tumbler and pour it directly in the meal... no measuring cup required.

Great information. Thanks!

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

Thanks Karen 🙏

@B-C-N-U

3 ай бұрын

Not sure if I missed it, but what about gratuities?

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

@@B-C-N-U yeah, i mentioned that those are paid for with my onboard credit and to check out my previous video about what it cost me to live on cruise ships for a month

I was on the Ruby for the next two legs, to Vancouver then R/T to Hawaii. You should mention the extra credit for military service and for owning 100+ shares of CCL. It all adds up. You are living the life, I love it.

@30AndAWakeUp

4 күн бұрын

i keep forgetting

Thanks! Subscribed!

@30AndAWakeUp

17 күн бұрын

Awesome, thank you! 🙏

Great videos! I just subscribed 😺🏖️

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

thank you

Great video thank you!

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

thanks for watching 🙏🙌

@seethingsclearlyawaken3424

Ай бұрын

I didn't make this video. But you're welcome son.

We will be 212 days on cruises this year. Usually we are 50-60 days a year but our long-deferred World Cruise is finally happening. Here’s our 2024 cruise price breakdown. 6 of the 8 cruises we’re taking in 2024 are casino comps for taxes and fees only. Our per day costs for cruising vary WIDELY. TOTAL cost for all 8 cruises totalling 212 days (including the splurgy world cruise) is $50K. Here’s the breakdown: The Princess World Cruise out of Auckland which includes all alcohol, wi-fi, gratuities and $3,500 in on-board credit is $36,060 of that or $325 a night. A similarly splurgy Oceania cruise from Miami to Lima in December is $8,448 or $563 a night. (I know, I know but Oceania is so dreamy and we have a balcony). The remaining $6,010 is for the 6 comped cruises or $68 a day (taxes, fees and insurance only). And also include liquor, casino free-play, wi-fi and gratuities. Their retail cost would be over $22K. And, before anybody asks-I am NOT a high roller but manage my blackjack/video poker bankroll so that I never risk more than the retail cost of the “free” cruise. My bottom line in the last 15 years has ranged from a net loss of 7K to an amazing year where the odds favored me and I cleared $23K. It’s built into my entertainment budget. (Never, ever chase cruise comps!)

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

That’s awesome! And that is a cost for 2! That’s amazing! Thanks for sharing!

An impressive array of service ribbons, Force Master Chief. Is that also a Trident you have above your ribbons? My old eyes can't really tell. Thank you for your service - I was a GMT3, '70-'73. Got an early discharge after they shut the Vietnam war down. I really admire what you're doing in your retirement, and would love to emulate it, at least for some period of time. Very interesting site you've got, and some great tips. Subscribed.

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

Hi there! Not a Force Master Chief, just a humble Command Master Chief. My two warfare designations are Surface and Aviation Warfare. Thanks for your service as well!

Could you please make a video about the repositioning cruises, options, seasons, how to pick the best?

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

I will!

Happy Easter

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

Happy Easter to you! 🐰

Never mind I listened the conclusion of the video .😂👍🔥👍

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

🙏

@seethingsclearlyawaken3424

Ай бұрын

I know, right?

Hey man, we were on her with you during the March 9-23rd sail…lol Funny stuff!! Is the pool under the sanctuary open again?? Congratulations on the weight loss! ✌️🕯️💛

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

Yes it is!

For people from wealthy, expensive western countries it can actually be cheaper than your "regular" life in a big city with crazy rent prices. If you happen to have a property you can sell or get some tenants for passive income - even better. :) Even people from less wealthy countries are now able to cruise, I mean there are cruises for 50 and less dollars pppn, including meals etc so... Maybe not full time, but definitely a growing interest from many nations now able to afford cruises!

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

yeah for sure

Very cool

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

🙏

Hi, love your videos. I'm retired military. Heard about your dental plans and I'm sure you've planned it all out. I use GEHA high option for dental insurance. I think they pay regardless of location of provider, world wide, limited to in-network rates..

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

oh cool! thanks for the info

Love it

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

🙏 thanks

The spreadsheet side of me is loving this! 😁

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

🙌🙌🙌

Great to hear your gambling for free cruises story. As you said, I think you were fortunate to start that at the right time. If you watched Cruisin with Mark's channel on what it takes today to get free cruises, it's crazy hard. You need to put down at least $3k every night, gamble for hours daily, beg the casino boss for comps, etc. and you still may not get it. I think Mark and maybe you too keep getting comped because you are on Princess' radar from your channels and are safe for getting free comps. To try that today with sold out cruises and lots of people losing tons of cash in the casinos, good luck.

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

yeah, it is definitely much harder. check out the princess player’s club facebook group, lost of great info on there as well.

Seems like you got it all figured out. $2K a month is a fantastic low budget. It’s equivalent to my mortgage and property tax. I have to take advantage of casino credits.

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

i know! its crazy

New sub!

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

Thanks! 🙏

I am subscribed.

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

yah! 🙏

Just left the Ruby Princess. Was part of the travel group on board Alaska.

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

oh cool! you guys were everywhere

People often mention casino deals. They never mention how much money they lost while gambling. I think that should be considered part of your monthly report

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

ive lost 50 bucks total of my own money throughout my casino deals

Hi kevin great video 30 dollars at 5 guys?? Wow that is pricey thanks for sharing

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

I know! I was shocked!

I loved my 16 day Hawaiian cruise out of the golden gate. I had a ball and to top it off it was 100% free.

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

That’s awesome!!!

I would be interested in "Tramp Steamers"... In other words Cargo vessels with extra cabins that would take passengers for a nominal fee.. That was a thing back in the day.. Now that would be cool....

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

that would be cool

@seethingsclearlyawaken3424

Ай бұрын

Good idea, since they are going to other ports anyhow.

Hey Hey Keep cruising Kiven

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

Thanks bro! Hope you are doing well!

Thanks for sharing! Health insurance would for sure be more, even with a travel plan like Grounded Life (which is abroad only, wouldn’t work if in US some of the time). Also homeowner / renters insurance is way more in FL, assuming I kept it and rented out it like you do. But that would also be income….

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

yeah insurance is one of those expenses that varies so much person to person

@jasonlo8780

2 ай бұрын

Renters insurance is extremely cheap, for everyone in Florida. Your talking $200 a year with decent coverage. If your paying more than that your getting ripped off or have crazy high coverages.

Value for money, i think cruising is incomparable. I would never cruise but for what you get for that amount its amazing

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

i’ll be showing some non cruise travel soon

Informative, amazing and gives me hope

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching!

I have been on the Ruby with you the past 8 days... no Kevin spotting! 😂

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

I walk around the 7th deck every morning from 5am to 830am! :)

I think casino cruising may be my answer to life on social security! 😅😂

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

haha!

Crazy Idea but I like it. Think outside the box.

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

Glad you like it!

As someone who also spent most of last year living on the ships, it's great to see someone getting the good deals! I had a mindset of trying to see as many ships as possible, so by-passed most of the deals that were out there as they were targeting longer-term cruisers, so well done for sniffing out the options!!

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

Yeah, I got a little lucky! :)

@seethingsclearlyawaken3424

Ай бұрын

So I guess then, you must be in the Navy?

@FraserAtSea

Ай бұрын

@@seethingsclearlyawaken3424 nah, just cruising long term as a passenger!

Very interesting. Is the wifi good enough to stream? Which iPad do you use? Do you own any Carnival stock? I bought 100 shares a couple of years ago and have received enough onboard credit for being an owner to cover the cost of the stock. I'm retired so I can travel a lot and really like Princess and HAL. Really enjoyed your van life and hope one day you will get that Element and show life in it. Lots of people using Elements now. Much easier/cheaper than the Travato. Continue to enjoy life!!

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

Yeah, I stream Netflix every night. I use the Ipad Pro M2. I used to own carnival stock, then the took that benefit away from those that receive veteran benefits so I sold it. They recently reversed that decision but I haven’t rebought yet. Yeah, Im definitely going to get that Element at some point.

Alright I read all the comments! Firstly thanks for you service I’m currently 5 years of my service and looking forward to retirement. I have been looking living abroad and I never thought about sailing on the cruise. Thanks for sharing your experience definitely will consider this with my wife.

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

It’s a fun experience.

Very interesting! These free cruise offers shows us how profitable gambling is to these companies!

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

yeah for sure

After a hiatus, I resubscribed. Nice video. What is “foofoo” creamer? I don’t understand how you avoid the coffee expense on the cruise.

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

Like sweet coffee creamer. I use Silk Almond Crème Brûlée creamer.

2k living expenses per month is very reasonable. I have a colleague who also is also on the casino-free cruise track. Def need to try it next time!

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

yeah i kind of lucked into that

Hi! Thanks for your videos!! Do you have full VA medical (including vision & dental) and TRICARE?

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

no i just have tricare

How long does the creamer you bought for your coffee stay good? Sorry if this is a weird question. Thanks for sharing.

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

It’s made with almond milk so a little longer than normal dairy. These ones expire at the end of May and I bought them last week.

I also use the CSR in place of travel insurance. I get called an idiot for doing so in some Facebook travel groups, but I agree with you

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

it’s worked for me! :)

@seethingsclearlyawaken3424

Ай бұрын

Negative comments will not be tolerated.

I would love to try this after I retire.

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

It’s a nice way to spend your time in my humble opinion.

Command Master Chief, Nice.

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

🙏

Really appreciate the expense analysis! How did you loose the weight on a cruise ship?? Also, I am surprised you pay for tax preparation. There are so many free online solutions and apps, especially for veterans.

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

yeah, i’ve got some pretty complicated tax stuff with my rental property and youtube channel, so i use an accountant for some of it. i’m going to do a whole vid on the weight loss when i hit my 35 pound goal.

Damn you’re living my dream

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

🙏🙏🙏

Fellow Chief here. I will be doing what you are doing in a couple of years. Haze gray and underway.

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

haha! Awesome! Thanks for watching, brother.

on a cruise a big expense is at the end of the cruise you are told to pay a gratuity to all the crew who cleaned room/purser etc.. This can be a big additional expense.

@30AndAWakeUp

18 күн бұрын

yeah, i always tip my steward $5 to $10 a day depending on how good they are….and i usually use onboard credit

We cruise quite frequently so we have questions. Was your cruise fare based on double occupancy or is that a single traveler fare? Interior cabin? Did you say tips are included in your fare? What about drinks? Alcohol or soft drinks, are you comped drinks in the casino or do you just drink from the buffet’s juice dispensers or just tap water? What about gambling expenses? Do you tip the servers or bartenders occasionally? What about transportation to various sights when in port? Interesting concept.

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

Cruise fare was as a solo. Yep, IC. Tips and internet and all other incidentals were covered by onboard credit. I dont drink alcohol or soda. No gambling expenses. I tip my cabin steward. I always find my own adventures inports.

@seethingsclearlyawaken3424

Ай бұрын

I don't go on cruise ships, so no.

When in a port, how do you get around? rent a car. You had a dr. apt. and went to Publix for a cup and some groceries.

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

I usually walk.

Maybe discussed on another video, What about laundry, I see.m you are elite with princess so maybe thats included?

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

Laundry is included at the elite level but even if it wasn’t, Princess has self serve laundry that’s 6 dollars a load and I’d just do laundry once a week and pay for it with onboard credit like I used to.

@seethingsclearlyawaken3424

Ай бұрын

I already answered this question in other posts. I do my own.

Thank you for that very informative video. I know Princess does offer free cruises (almost free - $200 on board credit and taxes, etc.) and the cruise deals are usually in line with the points you get when playing at the casino. The more you spend the better the offer. Seems fair to me bc both you and the cruise line are benefiting. But, spending $50 at the casino will not get you enough points for anything. I do like to play slots, so it's nice to know my losses have an upside that of a free cruise. I like to cruise solo bc I always like meeting different people. Also, Princess has the best food and great service. Hope to bump into you some day on a Princess cruise. I just recently retired so sailing on cruise ships is a great way to enjoy retirement. Recently, I tried to book a Princess cruise with a casino free cruise, but it was sold out (I did it only 2 weeks out). So, I took a MSC cruise for the first time and liked it, but Princess is better in a lot more ways, especially with casino free cruise offers (MSC only awarded you a 5% discount on your next cruise). Although, I did win $1,800 on the cruise on the last day. Haven't won anything that big on Princess yet, but who knows. Now, I must get ready for my 10 day Princess cruise this Saturday on the Emerald Princess to the Caribbean. Looking forward to it. I love your channel and keep up the great content.

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

Enjoy Emerald! That’s one of the few Princess ships I have not been on. I hope to sail on her some day.

@seethingsclearlyawaken3424

Ай бұрын

I dont know who you think I am, but I don't go on any cruises. They cause too much pollution, destroying the environment.

Subscribed!

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

🙏

It should not be low cost insurance, it should be totally free insurance. You serviced your country it's the least we could do is make it no cost. Thank you for your services.

@30AndAWakeUp

4 күн бұрын

I actually have the no cost option but i prefer to choose my own doctor so I pay a little bit

My main concern is medical care, dental, health and eye care. Also, how do you get supplies shipped to you?

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

You just plan it out like you normally do for regular appointments. And emergencies are covered by the travel credit card you booked with or the travel insurance you get. it’s really not a big deal. Ive been traveling full time since 2019 and it’s been no different than how I did it when I didn’t travel.

Malaysia, my home for 17 years. Miss it so much.

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

i’ll be there soon n August…can’t wait!

@DrGaryGreen

2 ай бұрын

@@30AndAWakeUp A chance I will be there also. Going back to Indonesia and want to see friends again. Of course the food also. Kwey Teow, roti cani, curries, laksa and delicious tea enhanced dishes from Purple Cane. My favorite dosi restaurant in Brickfields has closed so going to have to find another.

@seethingsclearlyawaken3424

Ай бұрын

Yes, lots of Malaysian children are employed by these cruise lines, as well as their parents. They sign contracts and are paid pennies on the dollar. They must complete the contract for years of service before they are released back to the mainland. It's a terrible way to live, but it beats starvation.

Hey Kevin - do you generally not do any excursions (whether thru the boat or booked on your own while in country)? I’m impressed/surprised you had no incidentals while in port. Not even a local beverage? 😂

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

I usually do not do excursions. And I did more off the ship expenses last month but this month I decided to just eat and drink on the ship where it’s free!

Subscribed!!!💖💖💖💖💖💖

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

🙏

Curious how you do laundry. Do they have a charge service where you can get your clothes washed? Or are you hand washing everything in the sink and hanging?

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

Two way on Princess ships. First you can send it out like on most cruise ships. That’s pretty expensive though, although once you hit the Elite loyalty level (which is pretty easy to do) then it’s free. They also have self serve laundry on every floor. it cost $6 per load (washer and dryer). Although when you make Elite they give you the tokens so it’s free. Before I was elite I just paid that with my onboard credit so it never cost me anything.

@seethingsclearlyawaken3424

Ай бұрын

I do mine own laundry at home. Its not difficult.

Great video looks like a fun way to live!

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

🙏🙏

@seethingsclearlyawaken3424

Ай бұрын

I don't live that way. Its just a video.

You said in a previous video that you generally don’t pay for site extrusions when in port. But what about food? I don’t see anything on this for lunches off the ship, gelato, etc. Sampling street food is part of the charm of several ports.

@30AndAWakeUp

3 ай бұрын

I try to eat on the ship. Occasionally, I’ll eat off the ship but not often in the Caribbean.

So helpful! Thank you!

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

thanks how watching

@seethingsclearlyawaken3424

Ай бұрын

You are welcome.

So the cruises are they back to back And are they leaving out of the same port? They would have to be Cruises last 7,14,20 days? Right

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

Most are back to back lately. But when I first started I would switch ships and ports every 3 to 4 weeks.

Thanks for listing this out. Just curious when you do all these shore excursions how do you not spend any money off ship? Nothing for any taxi/Uber, attractions or food? Also do you never need to purchase a visa or entrance fee for the countries you visit?

@30AndAWakeUp

Ай бұрын

Most cruise ports put you close to the center of town…so I just walk everywhere. I’ve never needed a visa while cruising.

@seethingsclearlyawaken3424

Ай бұрын

I don't take cruise ships anywere.

Thank God for Tri-Care! I live in Florida and do not pay a monthly fee for Medicare, just a doctor's visit fee. So cruising, for seniors in Florida is the best buy. Do you stay in an inside cabin?

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

yeah i normally stay in an inside cabin

@jasonlo8780

2 ай бұрын

He probably stays by the lido deck on a pool chair. He paid $300 for a 14 day cruise lmfaoooooooo yea right

@seethingsclearlyawaken3424

Ай бұрын

Tri-Care huh? I use a different Medicare Insurance Company. My brother uses Tri-Care, since he too was in the NAVY.

Sorry - first video I'm watching of yours. Are these cruise costs for a solo?

@30AndAWakeUp

2 ай бұрын

yes