11 Things You Should Never Do on Embarkation Day

hey everyone welcome to cruise blog this is Angie and today I'm going to talk about 11 things you should never do on your cruises embarcation day let's get [Music] started embarcation day is one of the most highly anticipated days on any Cruise vacation not only does it Mark the first time that you'll see the ship in person but it signifies the true start to your vacation amidst all the excitement though there are some common embarcation day mistakes that you should avoid making though not all will ruin your vacation you certainly don't want to start off on the wrong foot let's get started with our list at number one you shouldn't schedule your arrival flight on the same day budgeting for pre-cruise transportation is an important aspect of the planning process those who do not live within driving distance will have to find alternative means of transportation like flights Travelers May explore other options like train travel especially with the prominence of the bright line service in Florida scheduling your flight on the same day as the ship's departure is very risky one delay or cancellation could result in you missing the ship as it won't wait for those who are late flying in the night before means that you'll have a more relaxed embarcation day rather than stressing over flight times or waking up at the crack of dawn you can sleep in soundly knowing that you're minutes away from the terminal depending on how far the airport is from the terminal it may be wise to pre-arrange transfers as well for example if you're flying into Houston and have a cruise departing from galvaston it is in your best interest to figure out how you're going to get to the port ahead of time number two do not arrive outside of your scheduled arrival time when you check in for your cruise you'll be tasked with selecting an arrival time there are pros and cons of selecting an early and late time however you'll want to abide by whatever you choose there's a chance that you won't be allowed inside the terminal if you arrive earlier than indicated before making a decision consider whether or not you want to dedicate more time to exploring the ship before sail away those who are one of the first on board will have plenty of time to grab a bite to eat unpack and check out the amenities before hitting the high seas on the other hand some guests may prefer to arrive late to ensure immediate access to their stateroom plus the buffet tends to be less hectic during off peak times Those Who board around 1:30 or 2:00 will typically find shorter lines and less congestion at the buffet allowing for a more leisurely dining experience number three don't forget to pack a carry-on bag when you arrive at the terminal you'll be greeted by a porter who will assist you with your larger luggage rather than hauling them on board they will be delivered outside your state room later in the day meaning that it'll be hours until you see your bags again because you won't have access to your suitcase you'll want to ensure that you pack important documents and valuables in a small carryon like passports medication jewelry Electronics swimsuits and more you don't want to send your suitcase off to later realize that it's holding your passport you need it to finish the physical checkin process thankfully most Porters will ask if you have your passport and other documentation with you number four never attempt to sneak prohibited items on board packing for a cruise is unlike packing for a land vacation rather than being able to drive to the nearest drugstore or have something delivered you're subject to the inventory of the ship which is often pretty limited though you have to be more intentional about what you pack there are some items that you're able to take to a hotel or Resort that are prohibited on cruise ships if you try to sneak something on board inside your carry-on your boarding process will be delayed likewise those who try and smuggle prohibited items in their checked bags may find that it takes longer for them to be delivered number five don't try and skip the mustard drill before the ship can set sail guests must complete the mustard drill which is meant to ensure that all passengers are aware of emergency protocols such as their assembly station today many ships have converted to a virtual mustard process which allows guests to watch certain videos and visit their assigned station on their own time rather than having everybody on board visit at once amidst all the excitement of embarcation day completing your mustard drill May slip your mind thankfully the ship's crew will make frequent announcements reminding everybody how important it is to go ahead and get it done number six do not consume too much alcohol vacation is a time to let loose within reason while passengers with a drink package will want to take advantage of its benefits it's important to remember your limits as you don't want to get too intoxicated on your cruise especially on the very first day when drinking alcoholic beverages especially in places like the Bahamas Caribbean and Mediterranean it's important drink water as alcohol dehydrates you faster those who drink too much risk dealing with the negative effects of a hangover including nausea and headaches neither of which you want to experience while on vacation while it's okay to indulge more than you usually do at home don't push yourself too much know your limits and drink responsibly number seven do not forget to turn off your cellular data before your ship pulls away from the port make sure that you've turned off cellular data on your phone roaming fees aren't cheap and if you forget to turn off your cellular data you may return home to a shockingly large cell phone bill the easiest way to do this is by putting your phone on airplane mode number eight try not to miss the sailway party the sailaway party is a Hallmark of any Cruise because it signifies the true start of your vacation while the nature of the parties vary based on which Cruise Line you're sailing with you don't want to miss this event make sure that you arrive a little bit before before it's scheduled to begin especially if you want to grab a cocktail from one of the nearby bars as you might suspect it's a popular activity that many passengers prioritize even if you don't want to be in the center of all the action you won't want to miss watching the ship slowly pull away from the port and sailing into the Open Sea number nine do not skip meeting your cabin Steward like hotels crew ships are equipped with crew members called cabin stewards their primary Duties are to ensure that your cabin is clean and tidy throughout your Voyage however they're responsible for more than that in addition to making your bed refreshing your towels and emptying any Trash they'll also deliver important documentation to your cabin including disembarkation and Port specific information on the first day you should take some time to introduce yourself not only does this help establish a working relationship but it'll ensure that you're able to get any requests met such as a certain bed configuration now number 10 do not go straight to your cabin speaking of your cabin if you're one of the first people on board you should typically not assume that you'll have immediate access to your stateroom typically cabins open up in the afternoon somewhere around 1: to 2:30 p.m. those who have an arrival time of 11:00 a.m. or so will have to enjoy lunch and explore the ship before dropping off their carry-on belongings if you plan on carrying a bit on board such as soda or limited quantities of wine you may want to select a later arrival appointment so you don't have to worry about lugging around all of these heavy items number 11 don't wait too long to unpack Cruise Lines strive to deliver suitcases promptly there have been many instances in which my bags have arrived before sailway whenever I notice that they're outside my cabin I immediately devote some time to unpacking though not the most exciting embarcation day activity it ensures that I'm able to settle into my home away from home even faster it will also make getting ready for dinner easier as you won't have to shuffle through your suitcase looking for your Cosmetics or a change of clothes don't forget that the best place to store suitcases is underneath your bed that way they won't take up valuable floor and closet space because they're able to be tucked away it's even more important that you prioritize unpacking as you don't want to have to constantly pull your luggage out all right there you have it the 11 things you shouldn't do on embarcation day do you have other embarcation day tips let us know in the comments below and while you're at it don't forget to like And subscribe to our channel so you can be notified every time we have a new video thank you so much for watching and we hope to see you again soon

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Published: Wed May 22 2024