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What SMART Princess Cruisers do on EMBARKATION Day!

Tidal Horizons - Cruise & Travel
Tidal Horizons - Cruise & Travel
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Creator's Key Takeaways

preparation is absolutely key to a smooth day and you should have plenty of time to get these tasks done first

when planning your crew schedule your flight to arrive the day before the cruise departs and get a hotel

get the princess app downloaded on your phone ahead of time this app will be used for your check-in process

double check all your documentation that is required for the trip months then weeks then days in advance

Creator's Tips & Advice

โœ“Schedule your flight to arrive the day before the cruise departs and get a hotel
โœ“Download the Princess app ahead of time for check-in and onboard use
โœ“Double-check all required documentation months, weeks, and days in advance
โœ“Pre-book specialty dining and main dining room seating as soon as possible

๐Ÿ†•New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Missing the ship due to travel delays โ€” Arrive the day before and get a hotel to account for weather and technical delays
Not knowing how to use the Princess app โ€” Download the app ahead of time and get familiar with it to save aggravation later
Documentation issues โ€” Double-check passport validity, visa requirements, and insurance documents in advance

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should I do on embarkation day to make it stress-free?
QHow can I prepare for a Princess cruise before boarding?
QWhat are the key steps to take during the first day on the ship?

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In Part 2 of our Smart Princess Cruisers series, there are things that I have seen people I consider to be smart cruisers do every time Embark on a Princess cruise to ensure an unforgettable cruising vacation. I put these smart cruise tips and tricks to the test every time I board a cruise to see how they fare and stack up. Learn more about the latest cruise news and strategies for Sun and Star Princess with Princess Plus and Princess Premium, the changes coming to the Sanctuary Collection and how those changes will affect your cruise in 2025 and beyond. PART 1: What Smart Princess Cruisers Do before they Cruise: https://youtu.be/ps1wpBHkcGk PART 3: What Smart Princess Cruisers do on SEA DAYS! https://youtu.be/gxhKQ8tnu50 PART 4: What Smart Princess Cruisers do on PORT Days!: https://youtu.be/IWOhLJoCeHQ Princess Plus & Princess Premium Video: https://youtu.be/gf6J9atoJrc Princess Spend Less Video: https://youtu.be/vXQp3NU42uM Princess Traps to Avoid in 2025: https://youtu.be/7RZdpr-b6t0 Princess Changes in 2025 that Everyone should know: https://youtu.be/foHu34v3qSA Princess Pre-Cruise FAQ with Prohibited Items: https://www.princess.com/en-us/faq/pre-cruise ---- CHANNEL & CONTACT INFORMATION ---- ** Please note unless otherwise noted, my videos are not sponsored either by the brands depicted or by other brands unrelated to the video. ** "Tidal Horizons - Cruise & Travel" is for informational and entertainment purposes. If you are located in Canada or the United States and would like travel planning assistance, please contact me using this form: http://contact.tidalhorizons.com For Excursion planning, use our affiliate link for Shore Excursions Group, experts in cruise excursion planning. http://excursions.tidalhorizons.com Thank you for supporting the channel! ------------------------------------- Travel Related Business Inquiries and/or media: Please contact Andrew at andrew@tidalhorizons.com ------------------------------------- Note: While I'm happy to try and answer specific questions in the comment sections, I cannot help with travel planning through this channel. ------------------------------------- BIOGRAPHY My name is Andrew I live in Ontario, Canada with my wife and four boys. I have been an avid traveller all my life, something that we have instilled in our kids. In addition to my channel, I am a working travel consultant with one of the largest providers of cruise travel in North America. Chapters: 0:00 Introduction 0:45 Pre-Cruise Prep 1:53 Arrive Early to the Port 2:31 Medical Insurance 3:06 Pre-Book Activities 3:30 Packing Carryon 4:11 What's Allowed Onboard 5:30 Embarkation Time 5:55 Princess Wifi 6:21 Inspect your Stateroom 6:53 Chef's Table 7:34 Safety Video 8:19 Muster Station Visit 9:09 Kids Club and Spa Visit 9:41 Sailaway and Evening The 7 Things Smart Cruise Passengers ALWAYS Do Tips for Travellers Princess Cruises Tips and Tricks for Beginners Cruising with Kristie Planning & Preparing for a Princess Cruise โ€“ Tips & Ideas for 2024 Princess Cruise Secrets - You Need To Know Before Cruising The 25 Princess Cruises Tips and Tricks You Need to Know for 2023! Eat Sleep Cruise Princess Cruises NEW Tips, Tricks and Insider Secrets!! (2023) Life Well Cruised 12 Tricks to Board Your Cruise FASTER on Embarkation Day 11 Things You Should Never Do on Embarkation Day Cruise Blog 13 BIG Embarkation Day Mistakes Not to Make on a Cruise 9 Cruise Embarkation Day Watch-Outs, Tips and Tricks