DO check that you have the necessary paperwork and documentation
Here are some dos and don'ts to help make embarkation day as hassle-free as possible. Keep a level head and look forward to good times once your sailing gets underway.įor more cruise news, reviews and tips, sign up for TPG's cruise newsletter. The best way to start your cruise is to arrive at the pier expecting some lines and minor hassles – and perhaps a bit of chaos – and then be thrilled if you don't encounter any of them. As with any other secured structure, you can't walk right onto a ship. Remember, you are one of thousands of people entering a floating city at basically the same time. You must go through the ship's pier-side check-in process, which can take time. You might be ready to cruise, but the ship's crew still is getting the ship ready, having just disembarked last week's passengers. You can't wait to get on board your ship and relax, sip a tropical drink and stare out to sea.
You've planned your cruise, and now it's embarkation day.
