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FURIOUS Cruise Passenger DENIED Boarding Over Wrong ID!

Jayson Judson
Jayson Judson
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πŸ‘οΈ 80K viewsπŸ“… 11 months ago⏱️ 0:32

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Editorial Summary

A passenger experienced a significant disruption while attempting to board the Discovery Princess in Seattle. The individual was denied boarding due to a lack of proper documentation. According to the passenger, they had proactively verified their travel documents with Princess Cruises prior to the trip and were informed that an enhanced driver's license would be sufficient for travel. The passenger also noted that the official Princess Cruises website supports this requirement. However, upon arrival at the terminal, boarding agents refused to accept the documentation. The situation has generated conflicting opinions regarding responsibility. Some observers argue that the cruise line is at fault for providing inconsistent information through its staff and website. Conversely, other viewpoints suggest that travelers should always carry a passport to avoid the risk of being denied boarding regardless of conflicting guidance. The video concludes by asking viewers for their perspectives on the incident.

Written by TripBacon from this video's transcript.

How This Review Compares

This review's score for Princess Cruises
Not Their Favorite
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A Nibble

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Creator's Key Takeaways

A cruise passenger is furious after being denied boarding on the Discovery Princess in Seattle because they didn't have proper documentation.

They claim they checked with Princess Cruises ahead of time and were told an enhanced driver's license would be accepted.

Princess website also confirms this, but when they arrived, the agents in Seattle refused to let them board.

Opinions are split. Some say Princess is to blame for giving conflicting information, while others say you should always have a passport so you never have to worry about being turned away.

Creator's Tips & Advice

βœ“Always have a passport to avoid being turned away.
βœ“Verify documentation requirements directly with the cruise line before sailing.

Questions This Creator Answers

QWhat should you do if you are denied boarding due to documentation?
QWho is to blame when cruise lines give conflicting information?

Topics Covered

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