{"id":70813,"date":"2024-01-24T17:00:17","date_gmt":"2024-01-24T17:00:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2024\/01\/24\/the-dos-and-donts-of-cruise-ship-embarkation-the-points-guy\/"},"modified":"2024-01-24T17:00:17","modified_gmt":"2024-01-24T17:00:17","slug":"the-dos-and-donts-of-cruise-ship-embarkation-the-points-guy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2024\/01\/24\/the-dos-and-donts-of-cruise-ship-embarkation-the-points-guy\/","title":{"rendered":"The do\u2019s and don’ts of cruise ship embarkation – The Points Guy"},"content":{"rendered":"


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You’ve planned your cruise, and now it’s embarkation day. You can’t wait to get on board your ship and relax, sip a tropical drink and stare out to sea. You’re on vacation \u2013 woohoo!<\/p>\n

Not so fast. You might be ready to cruise, but the ship’s crew still is getting the ship ready, having just disembarked last week’s passengers.<\/p>\n

You must go through the ship’s pier-side check-in process, which can take time. Remember, you are one of thousands of people entering a floating city at basically the same time. As with any other secured structure, you can’t walk right onto a ship.<\/p>\n

The best way to start your cruise is to arrive at the pier expecting some lines and minor hassles \u2014 and perhaps a bit of chaos \u2014 and then be thrilled if you don’t encounter any of them. Keep a level head and look forward to good times once your sailing gets underway.<\/p>\n

For more cruise news, reviews and tips, sign up for TPG’s <\/b>cruise newsletter<\/b><\/a>.<\/b><\/p>\n

Here are some dos and don’ts to help make embarkation day as hassle-free as possible.<\/p>\n

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DO check that you have the necessary paperwork and documentation<\/h2>\n

The cruise line will send pre-cruise reminders explaining what to expect at check-in, including health and safety procedures. It will outline which documents, IDs, QR codes or other electronic receipts you must have ready.<\/p>\n

However, it’s your responsibility to arrive at the pier with the proper documentation. I like to print out and bring paper copies of documents as a backup to electronic documents.<\/p>\n

Related: Do you need a passport for a cruise?<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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DON’T arrive at the pier early<\/h2>\n

Many cruise lines assign passengers a staggered time to arrive at the pier. Arrive early, and you’ll just have to wait \u2014 often, outside in the hot sun, without access to water, restrooms or other necessities. Arrive at the pier as close as you can to your scheduled time, but don’t freak out if you are a few minutes late. You won’t be turned away.<\/p>\n

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DO hand over your big suitcases<\/h2>\n
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