What can I expect on embarkation day?
Embarkation day for your cruise vacation is an exciting day. You get to board the ship and check into your stateroom. You’ll likely have a glass of Champagne or other drink in your hand within moments of boarding, activating vacation mode.
What are the embarkation process?
Embarkment (sometimes embarcation or embarkation) is the process of loading a passenger ship or an airplane with passengers or military personnel, related to and overlapping with individual boarding on aircraft and ships.
What is cruise embarkation procedure?
Guests are required to show their cruise documents prior to entering the terminal. Any large items and anything other than carry-on luggage should be checked in at the baggage drop prior to entering the terminal. Once inside the terminal, guests will be directed to the check-in line.
What time do you have to check-in for a Carnival cruise?
Guests must select their Arrival Appointment and complete their Online Check-in process no later than midnight (eastern time) prior to their sailing date. Please arrive promptly within your Arrival Appointment to reduce your wait time in line.
What time are staterooms ready on Carnival?
Yes your cabin will be ready at 1:30pm.
Do you get searched before boarding a cruise ship?
Just like the security screening at an airport, we also screen all luggage our guests bring onboard to ensure everyone’s safety. If there is an item in your luggage that is prohibited or is believed to be prohibited, your bag will be taken to a screening location and will be inspected by our Security Team onboard.
What is the best time to board a cruise ship?
We recommend getting to the terminal either early, before the rush, or late (after 2 p.m.), when most people are already onboard. You might still have a little wait, but it won’t be anything compared to peak boarding time.
What is the difference between embarkation and disembarkation?
First of all, “embarkation” refers to the act of boarding a vessel or airplane; “disembarkation” is the act of getting off the vessel or airplane at your destination.
Can I bring snacks on a Carnival cruise?
Can I bring my own food on a Carnival cruise ship? Carnival’s cruise fare includes plentiful snacks and food, available nearly 24/7. However, for passengers who just have to have their favorite pretzels or chips for a midafternoon snack, Carnival permits cruisers to bring onboard prepackaged, ready-to-eat snacks.
Can you board early on Carnival?
When it’s time to say good bye, you may choose an early or late disembarkation time upon arrival to your homeport. Note: This is also a benefit for VIFP Diamond and Platinum guests and guests traveling in suite accommodations. A Few Facts on Faster to the Fun… The FTTF price is not per person.