Make no mistake about it, the cruise lines are in business for one reason only, and that is to make money. While numerous discounts may be available for your cruise, the cruise specialist you talk to on the phone to make your arrangements may not be very forthcoming about them. You have to ask, and sometimes you have to ask multiple times.

While talking to a cruise specialist about your cruise, if you do not feel that he or she is giving you the best possible discounts, simply thank them and …