Birth Certificates or Passports? ABC’s of Cruising! Tip B
MH Family Adventures (Cruise Travel)
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Caribbean
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Creator's Key Takeaways
if you are a US citizen and your Caribbean cruise begins and ends at the same Us Port most guests can cruise with only an original birth certificate and valid ID
be sure to check the deck plan of your ship before choosing your balcony cabin
there are Cove balconies that sit low on the ship and are more private then you have standard balconies and then aft balconies
Creator's Tips & Advice
✓Make sure you have all of your travel documents, important paperwork, medication, CPAP machine, and boarding pass in hand on boarding day.
✓Do not check these items in your large suitcase as luggage may be delayed or lost.
✓Tip the porters a dollar or two for handling your bag.
✓Always do your own due diligence and check your itinerary for passport requirements.
🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:
What travel documents are required for boarding? — Have all documents in hand; for US citizens on Caribbean cruises starting and ending at the same US port, a birth certificate and valid ID may suffice, but always check your itinerary.
What if my luggage is delayed or lost? — Do not check important items in your large suitcase; keep them with you.
Questions This Creator Answers
QWhat documents are needed for boarding a cruise?
QCan you cruise with a birth certificate instead of a passport?
QWhat types of balcony cabins are available on a ship?
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