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How Do Tender Boats Work? - Everything You Need to Know About Cruise Ship Tenders and Tender Ports

Rob and Ali Cruise & Travel
Rob and Ali Cruise & Travel
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👁️ 11K views📅 3 years ago⏱️ 12:33
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Creator's Key Takeaways

if once you understand the process it's actually very simple

the tendering on and off the ship is a lot faster process

make sure that you listen out or you go and ask or check out what that process is going to be

do not miss that last tender

Creator's Tips & Advice

✓Get a tender ticket the day before or morning of port if not on a ship tour
✓Have everything ready the night before including sunscreen, insect repellent, cash, and towel
✓Check with guest services if you have mobility issues
✓Do not take food or drink from ship stores off the ship
✓Return on a tender before the last one to avoid crowds and delays

🆕New to Cruising? This Creator Addresses:

Understanding the tender process — Watch this video to learn the steps and feel comfortable with the process
Getting a tender ticket — Check the day before or morning of port for ticket distribution process
Missing the last tender — Return early and do not miss the last tender, as the ship will not wait

Questions This Creator Answers

QHow do tender boats work?
QHow do you get a tender boat to go ashore?
QWhat do you need to do to get from the ship to the shore and back?
QHow can you make the tender process smoother?

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So, some of your cruise ports are tender ports and you will need to get a tender boat to go ashore but how do tender boats work? We will explain exactly how to get a tender boat and what you need to do to get from the ship to the shore and back again so that you'll feel comfortable with the process and can make the most of your time in port. You can also find lots more information on our website at www.robandali.net Thanks for supporting us and take care. Don't forget to Like and Subscribe to watch more of our Cruise and Travel adventures.