If you are able to go to Alaska in May, early June or September instead of July and August, you can save hundreds and hundreds of dollars. For Europe, if you can do a September or October sailing, you can save up to a thousand or more. Keep in mind that travel agents do about 90 percent of all cruise bookings and are most familiar with the ins and outs of pricing. Whether or not they end up using an agent, consumers should do some homework online or by checking travel sections. Consumers should always check into booking their flight to port through the cruise line.
Chances are the line has negotiated some special fares, particularly out of key markets.