They started handing out tender tickets either at 12:15 or 12:30 - it is announced in the Compass. I would say that if you want to be on one of the first tenders to be in line 45 mins before the handout begins - maybe even earlier. Only one person of the party needs to be in line.
My understanding is that the return bus needs to be reserved, otherwise you are not guaranteed a spot. If you book the "speedboat" to Oia, the charge is 15 Euro and it includes the bus ride up from the dock to Oia, plus the bus from Oia to Fira. As soon as you get off the bus up to Oia, the wicket to reserve the return bus to Fira is just across the way. You can ask the driver if you are unsure.
The bus to Fira took around 20 minutes, but there is still another 5-10 minute walk to the center of town / cable cars
H Jacquelyn - Thank you for all the useful information, I will be on the Jewel, sailing on August 21. How do you book the speedboat? Is this done in advance or is there a stall once we disembark?
Just back from Jewel Aegean itinerary - Any questions?
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H Jacquelyn - Thank you for all the useful information, I will be on the Jewel, sailing on August 21. How do you book the speedboat? Is this done in advance or is there a stall once we disembark?