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Don’t be surprised by a huge cellular bill when you return from vacation! How do you use your phone on a cruise ship? Do you need to buy the cruise lines Internet plan? How do you avoid expensive cell phone bills due to unwanted roaming charges?
These are all great questions and I will review all of this with you PLUS provide you with money saving tips even if you need to cover multiple devices.
Royal Caribbean and Carnival Cruise lines internet plans explained so you can pick the right option for you and your family.
I will also explain What Ship to Shore calls are and how much they cost if you need to make one. I will give you all the information you need for your family to be able to reach you while you're on a cruise in case of an emergency.
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@carlaramon2434 21 день назад

Thank you so much for this info. I have talked to several different people and no one explained as well as you did.

@CruiseSavvy 20 дней назад

Thank you @carlaramon2434 🩵🛳️ I am glad it helped you.

@tenacious1 17 дней назад

It was actually a blessing that my Internet didn't work on the ship bc I was able to detach for a week from social media etc. I took advantage of the mental time away.

@CruiseSavvy 17 дней назад

Love this!! I know that felt good.

@monikaliebold4225 2 месяца назад

Regarding streaming: You can avoid ship's plan for streaming. At home just download shows/films, you would like to watch, to your device. Whilst cruising just log out of your ship's WiFi account, but still stay on airplane mode. Then you can watch all your downloads whenever you like, you can stop them, everything works like being home. When being logged in at ship's WiFi (even if you have no streaming option) you cannot watch downloads, because streaming apps are always looking in background for connection within WiFi. It works, I did this several times when cruising - for example watching Titanic ❤ at observation lounge 🚢with direct view on ocean 🌊, just unbeatable. 🤩

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Great call out! I know my husband downloads movies to watch for himself. ;). I am too busy running around to watch. haha But, the Titanic. That is gutsy. haha

@susana.videos Месяц назад

You were really watching the Titanic in the middle of nowhere hehehehe

@monikaliebold4225 Месяц назад

No problem for me at all. When were once travelling to New York (translantic crossing) with QE2, Captain announced, that we will be delayed in New York because he has to change ship's direction due to iceberg 🧊🧊warning. That was really terrifying.😮😮

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

😮 Yah that would be a pause for concern.

@mariareyes-ku6194 Месяц назад

I do the same when I am traveling. I spend time watching the movies and shows at the airport while I wait for flight.

@TonyaNicole7 Месяц назад

I video I needed!!!!!!!! So detail! Before this video I couldn’t find the info I needed!! Quick and to the point

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Thank you so much, Tonya. I appreciate it. Hope to see you around the channel. :)

@brown-eyedgirl226 16 дней назад

I am so glad I found your video. My husband and I are going on a cruise in September and this info was extremely helpful. Thanks a lot!!

@CruiseSavvy 16 дней назад

Fantastic! Enjoy your cruise.

@mickeyluv3357 2 месяца назад

Thanks for all of your tips, especially for the VOOM internet plan tip!

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Glad it was helpful and thank you for watching!! :) Enjoy your next cruise.

@lisawright-minter9247 Месяц назад

Love this video thanks for sharing and your fur babies are adorable!

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

They are my sidekicks 🐶

@76ers 2 месяца назад

12:10 - The dog is not making noises, he's clapping for the wonderful tips 🙂

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

🥰 that’s very sweet

@karaholm4250 Месяц назад

Great information Barb, thank you!

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Thank you, appreciate the feedback. Hope to see you around the channel.

@debbigerard4863 Месяц назад

Love the visuals thank you

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Thanks 😊 glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching.

@avoid666 Месяц назад

Learn something everyday, thank you 🎉

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

You bet! Thanks for watching!

@lamquach9147 2 месяца назад

Thanks you for the tips!

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Happy to help!

@amynguyen9360 Месяц назад

well done, very details, thank you for the tips !

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Thanks!! Glad you enjoyed.

@TamPredicts 19 дней назад

thanks for this!

@CruiseSavvy 19 дней назад

You are welcome!! Have a wonderful cruise.

@liinaladon Месяц назад

Thanks! I will share this video with my senior cruisers. I formed a "cruise club" at my senior living campus.

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Thank you, I appreciate that!

@HKYMOM8 2 месяца назад

Unplugging is great! ❤ Wish I could more often.

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

It really is! Hopefully saving some money on these plans help.

@desireevigo4892 Месяц назад

Thank you so much!!!

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Thank you for watching! Enjoy your cruise.

@NancySettles 2 месяца назад

Thank you , On my last Carnival Cruise I took an 8 day cruise and bought the Internet package. I thought just because it said Cellular At Sea I was good to go. Little did I know when I got back home my Cell Phone Bill was $400 evidently xfinity said I called Iceland, Canada and Mexico, lol. They only gave me a $25 credit. Lesson Learned, going on MSC Seascape next week, so hopefully , it will be a better outcome with my cell phone.

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Wow!! I am sorry that happened to you!! Airplane Mode next time. 😊 Let me know how you like MSC! Enjoy 🚢

@sabrinathomas9065 Месяц назад

Thank you!

@RefreshingSounds-tp5by 2 месяца назад

Thank You Barb! 😊

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

You're welcome! Thank you for watching.

@gloriabailey7874 12 дней назад

Great info. 👍🏾

@CruiseSavvy 12 дней назад

Thank you!!

@user-is6qp2zb1p Месяц назад

Thank you this video was very helpful. I am that type of friend you were talking about.

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

🤣😂 it’s okay!! I am sure you know things that I don’t. You know that saying, two brains are better than one. It’s true! Thanks for watching 💙🚢

@karanallen2528 2 месяца назад

Thank you Barb!

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

You are so welcome! Appreciate the support.

@timothylee8552 Месяц назад

Excellent information 👍

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Thank you! 😊 Hope it helps.

@reneegonseth7072 21 день назад

Thank you! Thank you! THANK YOU!!!

@CruiseSavvy 21 день назад

You are so welcome!

@reneegonseth7072 21 день назад

I’m going on Utopia on July 19th and you saved me some $$. It’s a spendy enough 3 days!

@CruiseSavvy 19 дней назад

Utopia!! Yah!🩵🩵

@jositek9814 Месяц назад

Thank you!

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Of course!!

@nuvamusic 2 месяца назад

Thank you! 🤗

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

You’re welcome 😊

@kathydavis6048 2 месяца назад

Thank you Barb :)

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

You are so welcome! Glad you enjoyed.

@shintawinford3369 Месяц назад

Thank you 😊

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

You're welcome 😊

@julieb7882 2 месяца назад

I learned to use internet calling in West Virginia. Cell reception is poor in the quiet zone. I was a little surprised to get a call at sea from my brother in law.

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Wow! Amazing the technology we have now. Funny, I remember going on cruises and just saying "See ya when we get back". No way to call home at all. haha

@julieb7882 2 месяца назад

@@CruiseSavvy we even left our non smart phone at home on our first cruise.

@andreageorge8346 2 месяца назад

Thank you, Barb.

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Thanks for watching!! Hope you join our channel for more.

@GDaEssence 5 дней назад

THANK YOU!! 🙏🏾 Thank you so much for the internet hack!! I saved over $100! 🙌🏾

@CruiseSavvy 5 дней назад

Yah!! Glad it worked out for you 🥰

@GDaEssence 5 дней назад

@@CruiseSavvy I had been using a different “hack” for the excursions by keeping watch of the prices as they got reduced, fluctuating up and down over the past few months of booking! Saved some money there too!

@Kay-Kay56 2 месяца назад

Thanks ❤

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

You're welcome 😊

@brendalogan6281 28 дней назад

I was hoping you were going to cover MSC cruises... I'm looking to see if you have another video. That may cover that cruise line, but this information was also helpful

@CruiseSavvy 28 дней назад

Brenda, I have to do these videos a few cruises at a time or the video would be too long. I have not done MSC yet, but it is on the list. But, the basic rules apply no matter what cruise line you're going on, the plan prices and what they include or block are what you wanna look for. You can go directly to their website until I am able to get something out. :) www.msccruisesusa.com/on-board/internet-apps Thank you so much for watching! ~ Barb

@wendysoulliere1305 2 месяца назад

I wish I would have know this while traveling from Canada to Fort Lauderdale.

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Ohhh no! Did you get an unwanted bill?

@ramongutierrez5585 2 месяца назад

I started to buy the top of the line WiFi . Since I have a I phone I make my calls on FaceTime or audio & my calls are not charged to my phone bill. Yes make sure phone is on airplane mode👍

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Let me know if that works for you. It maybe dependent on which Carnival ship you are on, but I had Premium plan and still couldn’t use my WiFi calling or FaceTime. Carnivals website does state this- Cellular-network-dependent Wi-Fi calling and FaceTime services are also not supported.

@ronh8662 2 месяца назад

Thank you for posting this. A lot of good information in this video! I’m cruising Carnival soon. Would you know if I need to install Carnival the “Hub” app on both my iPhone and iPad to use my wifi package? This time I’d like to use the internet on the iPad as well as iPhone . Thanks.

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Glad you enjoyed the video content. You shouldn’t have to download it for both devices. Just connect to the ships WiFi and login with your username and password.

@kimtrinh4811 Месяц назад

I went on Alaska Cruise last Sept with Holland America bought the internet from the Ship $14 / day x 7 days , use the on board credit pay part of this , it’s work good

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Smart thinking!!

@berhaneb7932 5 дней назад

Hi there I'm going next week i want to do the same as you is that unlimited $14 a day please reply thanks

@markkubert8572 25 дней назад

We just finished a 9 day cruise on Celebrity. We figured that we would either be in port or cruising near shore much of the time. So, we bought a SIM card for $18 thru Amazon. While we didn't do any calls from Europe to the US, we were on the internet checking emails and other things at least a couple hours per day. We used our phone as a hot spot for a laptop. Worked great, so we were never tempted to use the ships wi-fi plan.

@CruiseSavvy 24 дня назад

That sounds great! What Celebrity ship?

@markkubert8572 24 дня назад

@@CruiseSavvy Ascent. We went Barcelona and then several stops in Italy. Last stop Naples and then back to BCN. Very nice ship. They are doing several small variations on that trip over the season.

@johnnguyen2782 Месяц назад

Thank you

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Hope it helps you save some money or make your cruise less stressful!

@leeann5442 25 дней назад

Thank you so much - this is exactly what I needed .... going on a cruise in August and your tips are super helpful from start to finish

@CruiseSavvy 24 дня назад

Thank you. I am so glad it was helpful. Enjoy your cruise 🚢

@BernieHarden 24 дня назад

@@CruiseSavvy❤😂ßs

@kwright1201 Месяц назад

Thanks Barb

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Very welcome!

@willisbelton8397 2 месяца назад

Great stuff! What about the new Verizon cruise at sea package?

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Here’s what I know, but I suggest checking with Verizon for more details. The Verizon cruise pass is only available on select ships. It is a daily pass. $30 per device per day. Limited to 0.5gb of data if you run out of data in the 24 hr period it’s an extra $20 for .5gb more. Plus 50 minutes of talk to any destination ($1.99/minute is charged thereafter) and Unlimited texts.

@Carandiru1992 2 месяца назад

I have never been on a cruise yet. But when I travel International , I never purchase any international plans packages. Because I just put my cellphone on airplane mode and use wifi to text , call and video chat for free anywhere in the world with WhatsApp. Also you can text while you are on the air with WhatsApp if you are flying with Delta , SouthWest and United Airlines.

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

That is the best!!! 🤩

@charlottewelsh4021 Месяц назад

I just saw a review and they were watching Prime on the Dream

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Thanks! Good to know.🙂

@jpeachy61 2 месяца назад

When in port, if you aren’t leaving the ship, will WFI still work say if you want to use your audible out at the pool.

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Yes 😃

@kellylee514 2 месяца назад

Great info! We have a cruise coming up on Paul Gauguin in Tahiti. The ship has WiFi included , it sounds like I still need to keep my cell on airplane mode? Also should I buy the Verizon international plan for $100? We will be away 15 days. Also we have 5 days in land and WiFi is not included at hotels.

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Yes, on the ship stay on airplane mode. On land, you will need to use an international plan as you mentioned unless you find a free wifi connection. Then stay in airplane mode. Check with your cell carrier on the international plan rates just so you know what the charge will be. Sometimes it varies by country unless you have an unlimited international plan. Have a great cruise. It sounds amazing!!

@hillrg1 Месяц назад

On Royal - my laptop let me setup a hotspot and use my phone connected to that. Would not let me set up the other way around - using my phone as the hotspot. Let me use 2 devices for buying 1.

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Glad it worked :)

@pookerwesley Месяц назад

Any tips or info for Norwegian WiFi plans. 1st cruise to Mediterranean next year. ❤

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

www.ncl.com/onboard-packages/internet-packages

@wesmorrison1211 Месяц назад

One thing you did not mention is that some plans include free calls in Mexico and Canada, I have T- Mobile and I have this option. Just check with your cell phone provider.

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Correct, for international calling plans. These won’t work on the ship though. Those plans also include Puerto Rica.

@thomascirignano Месяц назад

I was hoping to hear about the NCL plans and tips. Do you talk about those elsewhere?

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Not in this video but I am working on one now so stay tuned. 😊 there is some information in our comments here about NCL if you wanna look through.

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Just posted new video which includes NCL. 😊

@jimbsjaunts5352 2 месяца назад

What about Alaska? Do I need to purchase WiFi package or will phone work through my carrier (ATT)? Love your dogs. I’m a dachshund fan

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Hi, Jim. Yes, unfortunately as soon as you are about 3 miles out you will need to be connected to the ships WiFi to avoid those roaming charges. If you have a US carrier you’re good to go in the ports of Alaska. Doxies are the best! 🐶

@TJ-22 Месяц назад

Purchasing the cruise Wi-Fi package will probably be more expensive, but will also provide more data usage. Although, you could purchased the AT&T basic cruise package for $60. Currently, that plan provides 100 MB of data (the overage fee is $10 per 100 MB). It’s a one time fee and lasts for up to 30 days. AT&T has more premium plan, which is the AT&T cruise plus plan and that costs $100 per month. It provides 1GB of data. It’s good for up to 30 days (the overage fee is $10 per 100 MB). *A cruise package doesn't cover you: When you're on land or at any port. So keep that in mind if you are traveling to international destinations. To stay connected with your device when you're at port or on land, you'll want to add AT&T International Day Pass to your line.*

@alisaphillips9233 2 месяца назад

Can you do this for Norwegian Cruise line as well?

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Yes, you still need to go on Airplane mode to connect to their WiFi. Here is a link to their internet plans so you can review www.ncl.com/onboard-packages/internet-packages

@cynthiawilliams9324 Месяц назад

Wow this was great information! Can you do similar for other cruise lines? MSC Norwegian Celebrity? Thanks

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

I will add it to my list. Thank you for the suggestion.

@mariareyes-ku6194 Месяц назад

Celebrity will be like RCCL. Premium access is $35.99 pp per day for one device or $46.99 for 2 devices.

@mariareyes-ku6194 Месяц назад

NCL: Internet Packages ; 1 Device · 29.99. USD per day. 1 Device · 39.99. USD per day ; Add a 2nd device for an additional $15.99 USD per day/$25.99 US.

@mariareyes-ku6194 Месяц назад

MSC: The Browse Package for a single device costs $68.32 per device, or $9.76 per night. If I want two devices to be able to be connected through the basic package, I'd pay $6.21 more per night, totaling $111.79.

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

@pookerwesley

@maries7058 2 месяца назад

Great video, also, AT&T has 2 cellular at sea plans that I usually use.

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Good to know! Thanks!!

@mariareyes-ku6194 Месяц назад

I’m going to find out about those too.

@pamborders4471 2 месяца назад

Thankyou

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Glad you enjoyed it.

@ericet19 Месяц назад

Going on a Disney Cruise this summer. Any advice on data plans ?

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Hey Eric. I do not have pricing updates on Disney's internet plans. I know they changed pricing over the last year. Disney Blog has a great outline of what they are offering disneycruiselineblog.com/2022/09/a-look-at-disney-cruise-lines-usage-type-based-internet-plans They have several plans from Basic to Premium I would check w/Disney on pricing as that could vary by plan and ship.

@donchen199 18 дней назад

Great info, thanks! Is it possible to subscribe one device, then turn on hotspot on iPhone and let another device use the hotspot and save more? I suppose the phone cannot be in airplane mode in that case, so the solution for iPhone can be turn off cellular data instead from setting. Is that feasible?

@CruiseSavvy 17 дней назад

Hi Don, I have tried it. I could not get it to work plus you need to be sitting right on top of your phone that your hotspotting into so if you wanna share with somebody that’s in another cabin or another deck it doesn’t tend to work because you’re too far away. I did have somebody tell me they logged in on their laptop and use their laptops hotspot for their phone and it worked, but he didn’t say if they were sitting in the same room or not. I guess it’s worth trying, but if it doesn’t work, then you’re paying more money because you’re buying the Internet on the ship pay. Also, it probably depends on the ship, if you decide to try it and it works, please let us know.

@carneymelarky Месяц назад

Have you done this kind of video for NCL?

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

@carneymelarky Today is your lucky day! I will be posting Using your Cell phone on a cruise ship 2 today. You must have spidey senses. haha

@anita5572 27 дней назад

1 quick question, do Carnival does not have any plans that include calling? Only internet correct? Then you can use WiFi calling & airplane mode to make calls.

@CruiseSavvy 27 дней назад

No, they do not. Cellular-network-dependent Wi-Fi calling and FaceTime services are not supported.

@critterrunranch 2 месяца назад

what about the plans from the carriers like Verizon

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Call Verizon for specifics here is what is shown online for their cruise plan - Talk: $2.99 per minute Text: $0.50 per text sent, $0.05 per text received PLUS $20 you can get 50MB of data. on select cruise ships if the ship has data service. Any data used over the 50MB mark will be charged at another $20 per 50MB of use.

@kimduncan8603 2 месяца назад

Trying to figure this out. Been years since I’ve sailed and trying to get away for a few days. But my mother is older and she’s in an assisted living facility so I need to stay connected 24/7. Thanks most helpful. 😊

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Glad it helped! Enjoy your cruise!! 🚢 Which ship are you sailing?

@kimduncan8603 Месяц назад

@@CruiseSavvy sorry for not replying earlier. Just been busy and just now saw your reply. We’re going in October and have not decided yet which ship. Looking at going out of the cape at Allure of the Seas or maybe one of the MSC SHIP Seashore. I’ve never done MSC. I’m not a big Carnival fan any more. I’ve heard they are mostly pot filled booze party ships now. So, being in my late 50s I’m just not into that. I’m looking for fun and relaxation with an excellent phone connection. I can also just fly to Miami or Fort Lauderdale and go out of those areas. Any ideas on the best cruise ship for five or six days with excellent phone connections? That is really my main priority. I have to be able to fly back if my mom needs me and I don’t feel comfortable if I can’t at least check in with her and her caregivers every day. Thanks.🤗

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

@@kimduncan8603 Personally I would suggest Royal Caribbean over MSC. For many reasons. Their ships have Starlink Street so when you purchase the Voom package for internet you have access to the best wifi at sea. I have never had any issues with their Wi-Fi. I’ve also been a caregiver in the past and have traveled with Royal needing to communicate back home. I know the situation that you’re in and you also deserve a nice break. 🙂🙂

@wallst4fun1 4 дня назад

Do you recommend a VPN for security while using internet at sea?

@CruiseSavvy 4 дня назад

Yes, if you’re able. Many cruise ships do not allow passengers to use a VPN while on board (an exception is Norwegian, with it’s premium plan).

@pamelasimpson5903 Месяц назад

Is chat and text the same on wifi calling? FROM VOOM SURF AND STREAM VIDEO

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

WiFi calling is used to make voice calls or FaceTime calls. You do not need WiFi calling to use any text messaging service.

@skowp1 17 дней назад

How about Celebrity Cruise lines. Headed to Alaska this week.

@CruiseSavvy 17 дней назад

All the same rules apply. Just check on their internet plans.

@tmoore1144 2 месяца назад

I am sailing on Carnival soon. I love watching RU-vid videos during my down time. It sounds like I can't watch even with the best plan. Correct?

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

The Premium plan supports some streaming, like Netflix, but they do not specifically say they support RU-vid. I have seen on SOME ships and based on the ships position, RU-vid work. But it does have a lot of buffering etc and can be frustrating. So, not sure it's worth the money or effort. If you know someone that is getting the Premium plan, maybe have them test it before you dive in and pay for it. Enjoy your Cruise! Thank you for watching.

@diamondpearlgem7589 Месяц назад

It supports RU-vid

@helensanzi615 Месяц назад

When you buy the royal Caribbean voom package, should your phone be set on airplane mode?

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Absolutely! While on the 🛳️ ship. The Voom package is allowing you to access the internet via the ships wifi. If not on airplane mode you will be subject to data activity which will bypass the wifi and that’s when those crazy charging start piling up from your home cell carrier.

@Nitalou755 2 месяца назад

Im cruising in Aug on carnival Valor for 4 days. I just want to keep in touch with person im with on ship. Can I just use ship wifi without buying internet service?

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Hi, unfortunately No. Carnival restricts their WiFi to their HUB app. One option would be to connect to the free Wifi, log into the Carnival Hub and pay $5 per day to use Carnival's messenger. The problem with that is if you're not logged into their HUB you have no way of knowing you received a message. The Social Plan would be your best option. Other old school option is to use take a small white/erase board and leave it in your room so you can leave notes etc. But I get what you're saying... enjoy your cruise!!

@plumiegainey7323 Месяц назад

I purchased NCL Internet that only applied for ship Messages. Unfortunately I received a large bill from AT&T. I was unaware that I would have saved the large bill by requesting for cruise package from AT&T on roaming International data 😢

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

I am sorry to hear that. Unfortunately, it happens to a lot of people that’s why I wanted to get some awareness out there.

@tenacious1 17 дней назад

I used airplane mode 👍🏾

@ejalvarez9199 2 месяца назад

If me and my husband are in one room can we buy wi-fi on just one device for one person and we share the same username and password. Since we don’t always want to use the phones

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Yes, you just can’t be on your phones at the same time.

@nsmith2209 2 месяца назад

eSIM with Airalo or Holafly are inexpensive and 30 day day plan can be cheap compared to your carrier

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

You still need to pay to connect to the WiFi on the ship in order to connect to Airlo.

@rosemaryf8177 2 месяца назад

Airlo requires you to turn on Data roaming, so I thought you would still be charged high fees.

@montgomeryclark7531 27 дней назад

Does Carnivals Premium allow for RU-vid??? I don't know if that's considered streaming or not but I spend 80% of onlime time on YT. Thanks for your assistance.

@CruiseSavvy 27 дней назад

I was able to connect to RU-vid with the Premium package. It maybe ship dependent though, so if that is the only reason you would buy the plan I would give Carnival a call and verify. Here is what their website states: The Premium Supports apps like Zoom, Skype and Team video calling, where coverage allows. Supports video and music streaming (i.e. Hulu, Spotify, Pandora). Netflix can be viewed through your Netflix account/app. Cellular-network-dependent Wi-Fi calling and FaceTime services are also not supported.

@Busybee0804 14 дней назад

I think premium supports WhatsApp calling which includes FaceTime.

@drobinson4545 2 месяца назад

Anything for Princess Cruise? We are going to Alaska in June!

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

They also have several plans for internet you can find out more here www.princess.com/en-us/cruise-deals-promotions/plus-premier-cruise-packages

@dawnharman5992 2 месяца назад

The Premier package is 4 devices with wi-fi.

@timothytan6874 2 месяца назад

Have you tried the Samsung Wi-Fi sharing? Many Samsung phones have it. I have used mobile hotspot while connecting to WiFi while having cecular data off. As long as that person is with you.

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Oh nice! I have not. But iMessage on iPhone is similar. Yes, as long as you’re connected to the ships WiFi. I have found on some ships it works and some it doesn’t.

@dianerosum4306 2 месяца назад

Does an international plan work at ports?? Can I make phone calls

@blair7484 Месяц назад

Do you mean sharing phone to laptops and vice versa for example? So if I get wifi on my phone I can use the phone as a hotspot to connect my computer?

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

@@dianerosum4306 If you have an international plan it will work just like normal, while your in that country. It will not work on the ship once you set sail.

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

@@blair7484 Yes. If you have a laptop that has a data plan be sure to turn that off and strictly use the Wifi hotspot from your phone. Or log off your phone and onto the laptop using the same wifi login information.

@MichaelWilliamsWMA 24 дня назад

if you have a balcony or sit on upper deck and use skylink marine plan at $150/month?

@CruiseSavvy 23 дня назад

Are you asking? Or letting us know? I am not familiar with Skyline Marine Plan. Please share.

@MichaelWilliamsWMA 23 дня назад

@@CruiseSavvy Haven't tried, but seems workable

@LM-uu8hy 2 месяца назад

Turn data roaming off ro prevent. Can leave airplane mode on.

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Turning airplane mode on should turn all of your data off. If it doesn’t manually turn off data and allow data roaming.

@LM-uu8hy 2 месяца назад

@@CruiseSavvyYes, it does turn off everything, both data and traditional phone calls and SMS. But If you don't want data transfers or internet connections but want to remain connected to receive traditional phone calls or SMS text messages while abroad, you only need to turn off data roaming (Data = Internet data, Roaming = while overseas the phone will search for Internet connection). The traditional phone calls or SMS text messages will continue to roam if someone wants to reach you, if not, nothing goes through this connection. To double protect yourself once you set data roaming off, set the APN to a dummy. Airplane mode can still remain on without any Internet (or data) connection via the land or satellite cells because there is no roaming and no APN access. Try it. I done this countless times when abroad. No charges appeared on my bills.

@peggytan4610 2 месяца назад

I just turn my data off and leave wifi on

@LM-uu8hy 2 месяца назад

@@peggytan4610 wifi is local and rely on the ship's internet access if you want that. if you did not buy internet from the cruise, you will not internet at all even with wifi on . the cell data on the phone depends on the cell and satellite networks to get you on either the internet (data) or the traditional phone and sms. so essentially your phone has multi ways of getting connected on to the internet.

@CapeManCoral Месяц назад

What happens if you buy one package and use WiFi hot spot? Could several people connect to your one cellphone?

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Right, that is the one where I have not been able to a hotspot to work. Some have said they could. If it does work, you have to be close to the person providing the hotspot. I am going to test it again on my next trip. If you try it, please let us know.

@user-sj3dz5os1m 2 месяца назад

Can I get one account on the Carnival cruise ship, for 2 phones

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

You can, but you cannot use them at the same time you would have to log off one and log back on the other. They’re testing a new concept on one of their ships so check and see if the multiple devices option is available on the ship you’re traveling on. And if so, you would be able to have two logged in at the same time.

@dianerosum4306 2 месяца назад

Does an international plan work at ports. Can I make a phone call

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Yes, if you have an international plan you can take yourself off of airplane mode and utilize your plan in port. Just remember to turn airplane mode back on once you return to the ship. 🚢

@brianbourke8859 Месяц назад

You did not cover eSiM and sharing travel modem, was this a conscious omission?

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

For this video I was sticking with the basics. For eSIM make sure you get a cruise plan. If so most likely things like WhatsApp, Google Meets, Zoom, Facebook Messenger, Skype or even Facetime (with the correct settings) will all work. But calling your Nan’s landline, for example, will not, unfortunately, even with the best of eSims.

@brycesdad27 Месяц назад

If I wanna stay in contact with my kids on the ship do I need to get WIFI for all 4 of our phones to use an app?

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

If you are ALL on the ship, it depends on the cruise line. Royal for example, if you just want to text, they have a free texting feature on their app but it isn't very reliable. You can buy 4 devices under just your name which is cheaper than buying 1 device per person. Other cruise lines you would need to check if they offer any free texting. Most do not, so you still need access to wifi and need a plan. Then if you all have iPhones or WhatsApp you can text that way over the wifi.

@rhondataylor9843 2 месяца назад

The premium does support WhatsApp calling. I’ve done it several times from the ship to land & received calls from people on the ship to me

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Oh yes it does support WhatsApp it does not support Wi-Fi calling. 😊

@lynnh4923 2 месяца назад

Can you use WhatsApp while on the ship to call home? I did use it while we were on our last cruise to text my son. I did not know if I could have actually called him..

@victorsatter4275 2 месяца назад

How good is the Wi-Fi on Norwegian?

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

@@lynnh4923 I haven't personally tried this. Depends on the Cruise line/ship. But you can test it before you leave. Turn off your data and try calling via WhatsApp using Wifi only. If it works then you should be able to do it. Maybe someone here has tried it and can provide some more insight.

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

@@victorsatter4275 Hey Victor I have not sailed Norwegian yet. I have heard mixed reviews about their internet service. Some say it was bad at the beginning of their trip and got better as they went. That probably had to do with the ships location.

@richardnone5644 2 месяца назад

when you are in a USA port your phone works just like at home NO charges . Miami, fort Lauderdale Key west so on

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Correct 👍. Once you hit international waters it changes. I recommend going on airplane mode once you get on the ship because with all the excitement most people forget.😊

@michaelatherton826 2 месяца назад

Check the signal icon your phone. I found that for Verizon it's "5G" in most places.

@seastheday956 2 месяца назад

Only if you are American.

@michaelatherton826 2 месяца назад

@@seastheday956 True. I'm not well informed about options to foreigners. Sim cards I suppose and ship services.

@whistlebloer8254 Месяц назад

When you are in the US ports, you are basically covered as you are at home. It's about 5 miles offshore before your cellular signal starts to fade and eventually go.

@salvadorzamot7502 26 дней назад

Thank you for sharing the formation

@CruiseSavvy 26 дней назад

You’re welcome. Thanks for watching. 🩵🛳️

@jpeachy61 2 месяца назад

Is the “Key” worth it on Royal Caribbean

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

It depends on several things some being the ship, your status with Crown and Anchor, internet usage and your personal needs/opinions. For example, I have never purchased it and probably never will. Unless there’s a great sale. I don’t need to drop my bags off before the rooms are ready, I don’t need a specialty lunch when I get on board, I can usually get the Internet cheaper, buying it on sale ahead of time, the need to embark and disembark early are not a priority for me.

@rappere11 Месяц назад

What about an ESIM? Does it work on a ship?

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Check with the company providing the eSIM and make sure they offer a cruise plan. If so most likely things like WhatsApp, Google Meets, Zoom, Facebook Messenger, Skype or even Facetime (with the correct settings) will all work. But calling your Nan’s landline, for example, will not, unfortunately, even with the best of eSims.

@cmshyu55 2 месяца назад

What about Celebrity cruise lines?

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Celebrity currently has a premium and a basic internet plan, rates vary by sailing and ship. ship to shore calling is available, check rates. Airplane mode recommended. Still subject to roaming charges as described in this video.

@lanasavonteam Месяц назад

What about Princess services?

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

They also have several plans for internet you can find out more here www.princess.com/en-us/cruise-deals-promotions/plus-premier-cruise-packages

@wilsonwilson4559 Месяц назад

When you are using the ship's internet plan, can someone back home call and/or text you directly to your cell phone?

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

So that depends on the ship and the plan. I would say in general if you purchase the cruise lines premium plan a messaging app like WhatsApp or Facebook messenger will work. If everybody in your family uses iMessage that would work, but if you’re trying to imessage to a Samsung phone, that won’t work on some Cruise lines. Calling from land to the ship on Wi-Fi is a big hit or miss due to satellite connectivity. I suggest having someone text you and then you call them back over Wi-Fi calling or FaceTime. Be sure to download an alternate messaging app like WhatsApp before you go just in case you have any problems -and have your contacts back home do the same. I’m getting ready to leave on Monday so I will test this for you on Royal Caribbean. Are you leaving anytime soon and which cruise line?

@wilsonwilson4559 Месяц назад

I will be cruising with Princess traveling to the UK and France on May 27th. I know I can call outbound on the ship's internet, but I'm unsure if I can receive calls. Thanks for your response.

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

@@wilsonwilson4559 I don't think you can receive calls on your cell phone from someone back home/land even with WiFi. BUT, I am going to try it this week and see if it works. I think the network will force the call to data for the person trying to contact you. (But maybe FaceTime works?).

@pamelajaenen6223 25 дней назад

what about an esims card?

@CruiseSavvy 25 дней назад

Check out www.gigsky.com/data-cruises

@ldiaz6079 2 месяца назад

What about norweigen??

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

I will take note and try to provide some information on NCL in the future. WiFi calling and airplane mode would still apply for you. ☺️

@rgruenhaus Месяц назад

WiFi on the ahip is NOT internet unless you you have minutes or an internet pkg.

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

Thanks my friend. That is a true statement.

@vonniebench 2 месяца назад

What? No NCL information?

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Ohh I am sorry!! I will take note and try to provide some information on NCL in the future. WiFi calling and airplane mode would still apply for you. ☺️

@timothypropst238 Месяц назад

If you stream movies and TV shows you will need a VPN so you can stream while in other countries or in their waters.

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

If you're at sea, no. You do not need a VPN. But you need the plan your ship offers that covers streaming and put yourself in airplane mode. If you're on land you will need an international calling plan from your country, like Verizon or AT&T. OR stay on airplane mode and find "FREE" Wifi at cafe at the port. But it just depends on how strong your signal is with their WiFi if streaming is smooth.

@timothypropst238 Месяц назад

@@CruiseSavvy we were on a RC cruise in March out of Galveston. We purchased Voom internet streaming package. When I tried streaming a show on the third or fourth day it told me it I was not in the country. Can’t remember exactly what it said but I couldn’t watch the show. Turned on my VPN, selected the United States and it worked.

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

@@timothypropst238 Hmm okay that is odd as VPN is a private network and shouldn't have anything to do with your ability to stream. But good to know! I travel RC most. My VPN is probably on, as I usually leave it on for security.

@timothypropst238 Месяц назад

@@CruiseSavvy I am a retired airline pilot. When we overnighted in Mexico or South America I had to use my VPN and had to select a server in the US to watch some shows on Netflix.

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

@@timothypropst238 Thank you!

@user-yd3xl3oy1w Месяц назад

Holland America to Alaska?

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

They have a few plans you can find here: www.hollandamerica.com/en/us/onboard-packages/cruise-ship-wifi But, you still need to connect to their Wifi and go into Airplane mode.

@willisbelton8397 2 месяца назад

There is some confusion about regular cell phone companies cruise plans. People just don’t understand, there is no cell towers at sea

@CruiseSavvy 2 месяца назад

Exactly. And the ship has the ability to block what goes over the ships WiFi.

@bronxbaby34 12 дней назад

How do we get the ships daily schedule without WiFi

@CruiseSavvy 12 дней назад

You’re still able to use your cruise ships app via WiFi in order to get the schedule without connecting to the Internet. Just be sure to stay in airplane mode.

@bronxbaby34 12 дней назад

Thank you so much. Love ur video 👍

@78oldwing1 Месяц назад

Do you have any info on WiFi on Princess Cruises?

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

MedallionNet WiFi starts at $24.99 per device per day when purchased before sailing. Platinum and Elite Captain’s Circle members receive a 50% discount on all internet packages. Still requires you to go on airplane mode and use the ships WiFI. 🚢👍

@78oldwing1 Месяц назад

@@CruiseSavvy Thanks! My wife and I are booked on a mid-summer Alaska cruise on Princess and I bought the Plus package. Princess does not offer a high speed internet option so I'll just have to wait to see what I get onboard.

@CruiseSavvy Месяц назад

They should have Starlink internet which is the best you can get on a ship right now. Check with them or your Travel Agent. Buying before you go is always less unless your package includes it. Enjoy your trip!

@78oldwing1 Месяц назад

Thanks! That was helpful. I’m hoping I can stream onboard. I’m a news junkie…