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Cruising Tips, Tricks, and Things To Know (Part 3)

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👁️ 98 views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 16:13
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Creator's Key Takeaways

arrive just prior to your check-in window do not show up super early again they stagger your boarding and check in

tip your porters they're doing you a big favor

be patient and please be courteous to all the employees they're just doing their job

first thing you should do when you embark go to your muster station

Creator's Tips & Advice

Know the physical address of the cruise port for Uber and Lyft
Arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your check-in window
Tip the porters for handling your luggage
Have all documents ready in hand, including set sail pass, ID, passport, vaccination card, and COVID test
Complete the muster drill immediately upon embarkation
Visit the kids' area to check in and get familiar with the child care center

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Not knowing the exact terminal address for Uber/LyftKnow the physical address of the cruise port and the specific terminal for your ship
Showing up too early for check-inArrive just 10-15 minutes prior to your check-in window to avoid long lines
Not having luggage tags or room number readyKnow your room number, deck number, and have luggage tags attached or get blank tags from porters
Carrying own luggage through securityDo not carry your own luggage; let porters check it for you

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should I do on embarkation day?
QHow do I handle luggage and check-in?
QWhat documents do I need for embarkation?
QWhy are staff asking the same questions multiple times?
QWhat is the muster drill and why is it important?

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Port Highlights

Gibraltar3½ Happy Bacon
Vancouver2½ Happy Bacon
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YouTube Video Description

The time has finally come, CRUISE DAY! Embarking the ship is not difficult, but with everything ready to go, it can be a very smooth process. Once aboard, there are a few small tasks everyone must complete prior to the ship's departure. This is part 3 in my series of information for new and inexperienced cruisers. If you are a seasoned cruiser and have any additional suggestions, please leave your comment below. If you are new to cruising and have a question, please leave your comment below. We want you and everyone else to have a very relaxing time aboard. Over the past 8 months, we have seen a lot of new cruisers who have questions and also don't have the information needed about their cruise. We are here to assist. Thanks again for watching. If you have not already, please LIKE and SUBSCRIBE to our channel for more videos. Please also follow up on Instagram as we post frequently to seep up with our travels and adventures. Happy Cruising and see you on the next one!