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10 DON'TS OF EMBARKATION DAY: AVOID THESE THINGS TO MAXIMIZE THE FIRST DAY OF YOUR CRUISE

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Island Time
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👁️ 2K views📅 4 years ago⏱️ 10:25
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Creator's Key Takeaways

don't assume you'll have access to your luggage immediately there's often times that your luggage does not get to your cabin door until just before dinner

don't get to the port late it's just as easy to wait in a chair in a lobby at the port as it is to wait at the hotel

do not visit guest services on embarkation day unless it is an emergency guest services will always be full

don't head straight to the buffet there's so many options now on cruise ships there's no reason just to head to the buffet

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Always pack a carry-on bag with anything you need for embarkation day
✓Get to the port as early as you can
✓Wait until the evening of embarkation day or your first sea day to visit guest services
✓Drink water with whatever else you're drinking to stay hydrated
✓Visit the maitre d to request a table against the windows in the dining room
✓Use the forward or aft elevators or take the stairs to avoid crowds

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Luggage not arriving quickly — Pack a carry-on with essentials for embarkation day
Not knowing how to get a good dining seat — Visit the maitre d to request a table against the windows
Missing the muster drill — Attend the drill as early as possible after boarding

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should I avoid on embarkation day to maximize my cruise experience?
QHow can I make the most of the first day on board?

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Join Island time as we discuss 10 things to avoid on embarkation day. This tips will hopefully enhance your first day on board! Feel free to share with the cruise groups and Facebook roll call groups you are part of!