Great Tips For Getting Freebies At Sea

A cruise holiday isn't cheap, and although most of the costs onboard are included in the initial price, you will still need as much spending money as possible to really make the most of your dream holiday. If you plan ahead, you can make this spending money last as long as possible or spend it on the things you will really treasure.

If you know where to look onboard the liner, you'll soon find many opportunities to save money and pick up the freebies that others will not look for or even consider.

For light snacks and beverages, it is best to stick to the main dining room, where it is often possible to get free teas, coffees and soft drinks, a welcome alternative to paying the hiked-up prices charged at the ship's cafes.

You can often pick up free drinks at passenger parties, so it is well worth keeping your eyes and ears open for news of any potential gatherings which happen on a daily basis. Another tip for the bargain hunting holiday maker is to cash your traveller's cheques on board rather than offshore where you will face a service charge.

Look for special offers onboard at the various services offered to passengers. For instance, if you are willing to act as a model then you might bag yourself a free haircut or facial.

For most cruise and stay holidays, the purser's desk will be a treasure trove of giveaways. Some minor-emergency objects that are known to be given away regularly, include decks of cards, aspirins and sewing kits.

So, if you keep your wits about you there are lots of freebies and bargains to be had on even the most expensive cruise. Giveaways not only serve as reminders of that holiday of a lifetime, but the truly thrifty can also recycle many of them as gifts for friends back home!