Cruise lines are raising gratuity and other fees amid a historic flood of cheap cruises

• Your ultra-cheap cruise might not be as cheap as you think.
• Cruise lines like Carnival and Norwegian have either raised daily gratuities, WiFi fees, or both.
• Cruise lines have seen an increase in onboard spending as they continue to add more premium amenities and dining.

Ultra-cheap cruises sailing for as little as $38 a day have been all the rage. But in reality, your cruise may not be as cheap as you might have expected.