A Lazy Girl Approved look at the real numbers behind my 2026–2027 cruises
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Here’s the truth: every single one of my cruises involves a deal — because that’s who I am. I don’t book full price. I don’t book blindly. I stack casino offers, points and miles, early‑bird pricing, and smart upgrades to make cruising affordable, fun, and totally Lazy Girl Approved.
Sometimes I’m in a bougie mini‑suite on a brand‑new Princess ship. Sometimes I’m in a barebones interior cabin on a casino deal. Sometimes I splurge on spa passes and specialty dining. Sometimes I spend almost nothing and still have the best time.
And honestly? I have fun on all of them.
This hub breaks down exactly what I paid for each cruise — cabin, packages, spa passes, internet, excursions, points & miles savings, and the final per‑person cost. No fluff, no guessing, no “starting from” prices. Just the real numbers behind seven cruises booked the Lazy Girl way.
If you’ve ever wondered what cruising actually costs when you stack casino offers, points & miles, smart timing, and strategic upgrades… this is your new favorite page.
Want to see the exact strategy I use to book every cruise? Here’s my full guide: How I Book Cruises.
I hope this proves that cruising can be fun at any budget — because that’s exactly how I travel.
If you want to see how I actually book cruises the Lazy Girl way, here’s my full hub:
Cruise Day Bags I Actually Use ✨
These are the bags I reach for on every cruise — lightweight, durable, and perfect for sea days,
port days, and running around the ship. I’m picky about cruise bags because they need to hold
everything (sunscreen, water bottle, Kindle, towel) without getting heavy or annoying.
This collection includes my favorite Scout picks, easy carry‑alls, and a few fun options that fit
the Lazy Girl vibe. If you're packing for an upcoming cruise, this is the list I'd start with.
⭐ How This Hub Works
Each cruise includes:
Cabin type + base fare
Upgrades (mini‑suite, spa interior, balcony, etc.)
Packages (Plus, Premier, Cheers, none)
Internet
Spa passes
Shore excursions
Onboard extras
Points & miles savings
Total per person
Was it worth it?
Every sailing gets its own full breakdown post, linked from this hub.
⭐ The Cruises in This Series
Here’s the full lineup — seven cruises, seven styles, seven price points, all booked with deals because that’s your brand.
1️⃣ Star Princess — December 2026
Mini‑Suite • Plus Package • Thermal Spa
Full breakdown: Star Princess Cost Breakdown
2️⃣ Carnival Magic — October 2026
Spa Interior • No Package • Prepaid Internet
Full breakdown:
3️⃣ Island Princess — November 2026
Full breakdown coming soon
4️⃣ Crown Princess — 2027
Full breakdown coming soon
Crown Princess Breakdown
5️⃣ Enchanted Princess — 2027
Full breakdown coming soon
Enchanted Princess Breakdown
6️⃣ Majestic Princess — April 2027
Full breakdown coming soon
Majestic Princess Breakdown
7️⃣ Holland America Eurodam — February 2027
Full breakdown coming soon
Eurodam Breakdown
Every cruise I take starts with a deal — a casino offer, a points redemption, a strategic upgrade, or a smart timing play. That’s my travel DNA. And this hub shows exactly how those deals translate into real‑world cruise costs.
As each sailing happens, I’ll update this hub with real numbers, real receipts, and real takeaways. Bookmark it, share it, and check back often — because the more I cruise, the more this page grows.
About the Author
I’m Julie Davis — travel agent, cruise‑obsessed mom, and the creator of NoPointLeftBehind.net. I cruise 7–10 times a year with my husband, Brandon, and I share real, first‑person breakdowns based on our actual bookings, receipts, and experiences. I’m not a vacation snob; I’ll cheer on whatever travel style makes you happy. My whole goal is to show you how I cruise the Lazy Girl way — stacking deals, using points, and keeping things fun no matter the budget.
