How much is it going to cost?

I recently went to a travel show in Los Angeles and they said that you will get most bang for you buck with cruising! I agree. On our first cruise we were still a little unsure what we had paid for and what was included! Once you first get on, they push fun looking tropical drinks! These are not included. Since we don't drink, it was not an issue

Cruise price:

1. cruise
2. Port fees (usually--some sites list prices without these included so make sure).
3. food (except if there are some speciality restuarnts abourd. More ships are adding these--I stay away from them since the food is usually great in the regular restaurants. And yes, you can order as many things as you would like at dinner)
   
4. shows

Cruise price does not include:

1. taxes
2. tips (from about $10-11 per person per day--these are usually added on automatically and the end of your cruise. It is for your room steward and your waiters.
3. alcoholic drinks
4. soda (you can bring soda on, or buy a soda card. I think this is expensive and I can live without it for a week but there are options. Disney cruise line does not charge anything for soda).
5. shore excursions

Hopefully this helps you know what you need to save for.