Cruise Embarkation Day Made EASY With These 24 Pro Tips!

In this video we are going to share our embarkation day expert tips and tricks so you too have a quick embarkation to the ship and start enjoying your cruise vacation. The video is great for first time cruisers!

We will also discuss embarkation day packing and tips on how to make the most of your first few hours on the ship.

We have been on over 30 cruises and we have boarded a cruise in 7 minutes from dropping off bags to stepping onto the ship.

Long lines, confusion about processes, and missing documents can quickly turn the excitement of boarding on embarkation day into a frustrating experience. Travelers often face these challenges, which can be overwhelming, especially for first-time cruisers. Whether you're a first-timer or a seasoned sailor, the tips and tricks will help you make the we are going to provide tips and tricks

Some of the most important steps for a quick boarding are done prior to leaving home.

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Content
0:00 Intro
0:47 #1 Complete Everything in the App BEFORE arriving
1:15 #2 Pick your Boarding Time
1:48 #3 Have your Boarding Passes
2:06 Pro Tip - Take a Screen Shot of your Boarding Passes
2:25 #4 Print your Luggage Tags
2:40 Pro Tip - Use a plastic Luggage Tag holder
2:58 #5 Do not bring any banned items on board
3:48 #6 Pack your carry on for Embarkation Day
4:45 Pro Tip - Don’t Pack your Passport!
5:07 #7 Arrive at the right time
5:59 Pro Tip - Arrive at least 2 hours before departure
6:45 #8 Drop your Luggage off with the Porter
7:06 #9 Go Through Security
7:18 #10 Check In with the Cruise Line
7:52 Pro Tip – Complete everything in the app before you arrive to avoid long lines
8:11 Pro Tip- Make a PDF of your cruise documents and save it on your phone
8:31 Pro Tip – Make a PDF of your Passports and save them on your phone
8:59 Pro Tip – Know if you need additional visas or vaccinations
9:28 Pro Tip – Use the Dining Room for Lunch
9:46 Pro Tip – Use the Forward or Aft Elevators to avoid crowds
10:00 Pro Tip – Make Dining Reservations if you haven’t already
10:20 Pro Tip – Complete Safety Drills and Explore the Ship!
10:55 Pro Tip – The Spa will have Embarkation Day Specials

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