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8 tips you need to know before cruising out of Vancouver

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👁️ 75K views📅 2 years ago⏱️ 6:23
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Alaska · SpringFrom VancouverVeteran Cruiser

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Creator's Key Takeaways

both times I've sailed out of Vancouver embarkation has been a miserable experience

there's a much higher chance of running into delays here than other major North American ports

it's the most accessible cruise port in my travels so far

a complete cluster and a really crappy way to start a vacation

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Have a backup plan ready by checking your cruise's itinerary for check-in closure times
✓Print out luggage tags even if you don't normally use porters
✓Store your luggage at the terminal for a reasonable price if you have a later flight
✓Explore Vancouver using the free shuttle buses to Capilano suspension bridge Park

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Long waits and delays during embarkation — Arrive early, have a backup plan, and explore the city while waiting
Lack of communication from cruise lines — Monitor your cruise line's updates and be prepared for potential delays
No seating or water available in terminal — Bring your own water and be prepared to stand for long periods

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow to save time and grief on embarkation day when cruising out of Vancouver
QWhat to expect during the embarkation process at Vancouver port
QHow to handle delays and long lines at the Vancouver cruise terminal

Topics Covered

Embarkation4 Sad BaconService Crew2½ Sad BaconLoyalty Program3 Sad BaconPort Destination3½ Sad Bacon

Port Highlights

Vancouver2 Happy Bacon
Top: Capilano Suspension Bridge Park
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YouTube Video Description↓

Getting to the Vancouver port from the airport is a breeze. But getting through the terminal and on to your cruise ship can be a miserable 3+ hour experience. Here are 8 tips to help you save time and grief on embarkation day. 📓 CHAPTERS 00:00 Start 00:30 Experience with port 01:03 Lesson 1: Delays 01:17 Lesson 2: Getting to the port 01:45 Port overview 02:09 Lesson 3: Cruise line communication 03:04 Lesson 4: No priority lanes 03:51 Lesson 5: Backup plan 04:13 Lesson 6: Capilano 04:29 Lesson 7: Luggage tags 05:25 Lesson 8: Luggage storage 🎬 RELATED VIDEOS: Not so Majestic cruise to Alaska: Has Princess lost its way? https://youtu.be/M8JeJJ_5Qgc 10 tips for cruisers visiting Capilano Suspension Bridge Park: https://youtu.be/CNDcqX957XU Does bigger mean better with the casino on Majestic Princess?: https://youtu.be/K15bN3AFOuQ #princesscruises #portofvancouver #alaskacruise #majesticprincess #vancouver