I've been on over 50 cruises. Here are 5 things I never buy on the ships.

I've been taking cruises for the last 15 years, and there are some things I still won't spend my money on.

Megan duBois

• I've been on over 50 cruises, and there are things and experiences I never pay for on ships. 
• Drink packages aren't worth it for me since I don't typically drink enough on the cruise.
• Instead of buying lanyards, I just carry my room key in my phone case.

I've taken over 50 cruises on nearly a dozen different lines over the past 15 or so years.