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Cruise Smarter. Laugh Harder. Travel Better.
Welcome aboard Hollett’s At Sea—your home port for cruise hacks, honest reviews, and laugh-out-loud travel advice. We’re Adam and Mary, a husband-and-wife travel duo who believe vacations should start with a cocktail, not confusion. Whether you’re a first-time cruiser or a seasoned sailor, our goal is to help you plan smarter, pack lighter, and get the most fun for your money.
We’ve been there—scrolling through endless Facebook posts, trying to figure out what’s included, which drinks are worth it, and whether formal night still matters. That’s why we created this site—to make cruise planning clear, simple, and actually fun again.
What You’ll Find Here
Cruise Planning Made Easy:
We break down the details no one tells you—how to choose the right cabin, what to pack (and what to leave at home), when to book, and how to avoid paying double for things you don’t need.
Real Reviews & Honest Comparisons:
From budget-friendly inside cabins to all-inclusive resorts and theme park trips, we compare real vacation options with zero fluff. Our YouTube videos and blogs show what’s actually worth the hype and what’s just clever marketing.
Essential Cruise Gear:
Need magnetic hooks, waterproof phone pouches, or the perfect go-bag for port days? We’ve tested it all—so you don’t waste money on stuff that sinks instead of sails. Check out our Cruise Essentials section for curated recommendations and Amazon finds we actually use on our trips.
Free Cruise Packing List:
Before you start zipping those bags, grab our free printable packing list—it’s been downloaded by tons of cruisers who now pack like pros.
Travel Beyond the Ship:
While cruising is our first love, we also help plan land-based vacations—like Disney, Universal Orlando, and all-inclusive resorts across the Caribbean and Mexico. Wherever you want to go, we’ll help you plan every detail with the same level of care and humor we bring to our cruise content.
Why Trust Us?
We’re certified travel advisors who actually book cruises, resort vacations, and theme-park getaways for clients all over the world. We’ve sailed with multiple cruise lines, toured dozens of ports, and filmed every adventure for our growing YouTube and TikTok community.
Our channels focus on cruising because it’s what we know best—how to find the best deals, what to expect onboard, and the little-known tips that make each voyage smoother, cheaper, and way more fun.
So grab your drink, kick off your flip-flops, and dive into our cruise tips, videos, and blogs. Whether you’re looking for the best cruise excursions, packing hacks that actually work, or a trusted travel advisor to help you book your next trip—welcome to the crew.
Your vacation starts here. 🌴⚓
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Cruise Price Traps EXPOSED! How Cruise Lines Get You to Spend More (and How to Beat Them)
Think your cruise fare covers everything? Think again. Cruise lines are psychology pros—from drink packages to “limited-time offers,” ...they use clever behavioral tricks to make you spend far more than you planned.
In this episode, Adam & Mary from Hollett’s At Sea reveal exactly how the cruise industry nudges your wallet—backed by real data and industry research. Learn what happens behind the scenes when you buy a drink package, book an excursion, or swipe your keycard for “just one” souvenir.
✅ You’ll discover:
• How cruise lines use anchoring, decoy pricing, and scarcity to upsell you
• Why “all-inclusive” packages are rarely a deal
• The psychology behind onboard shopping, spa sales, and Wi-Fi tiers
• The sneaky “post-cruise” fees and gratuity traps
• Proven money-saving tactics to beat them at their own game
🎯 Sources:
The Hustle – The Economics of Cruise Ships
SevenFiftyDaily – The Growing Business of Cruise Ship Beverage Programs
Business Insider – Cruise Industry Model Is Changing (2023)
Peluso Presents – The Drink Package Math
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Please note we do not sell cruises on Hollett’s At Sea. This and all other videos are for entertainment purposes only. We share our own opinions, personal experiences and information with other cruise travelers, which we hope can be helpful. Please contact your travel agent or the cruise line directly for advice and any information specific to your booking.
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