Embarkation/Debarkation questions

[snoflake117]

We are traveling on the Jewel of the Seas out of San Juan (Southern Caribbean itinerary) and I am just wondering- when the ship docks, how long does it take to actually get OFF? And also, how soon do we have to be back on the ship before it leaves port??

Thanks in advance!

[Clarea]

It usually takes between 30 and 60 minutes after docking before guests can start getting off.

 

In the case of final disembarkation, the first guests to get off are the self-assist guests who carry their own bags off the ship. Those who have their luggage carried off by the crew leave the ship later, based on luggage tag number.

 

Guests normally have to be onboard 30 minutes before scheduled departure.

Edited July 2, 2014 by clarea

[cb at sea]

When they open the doors, you may leave! Usually right around the stated time. If you're tendering, it can take longer, but unless you're in a rush to be 1st off, it's not a problem. Get in the tender line, board, and head to shore!

 

You will need to be ON the ship 30 mins. prior to sailaway....or, if tendered, in the tender line 30 mins. prior.

 

 

 

PS...I thought they were asking about leaving the ship in ports....

Edited July 2, 2014 by cb at sea

[snoflake117]

Thanks for your responses! Yes, I am moreso trying to figure out how much time we will have for excursions during the days we are in port. :)

[Clarea]

Thanks for your responses! Yes, I am moreso trying to figure out how much time we will have for excursions during the days we are in port. :)

Some ships give priority disembarkation to those guests on cruise line excursions, so you might have to take that into account.

[Ocean Boy]

When they open the doors, you may leave! Usually right around the stated time. If you're tendering, it can take longer, but unless you're in a rush to be 1st off, it's not a problem. Get in the tender line, board, and head to shore!

 

You will need to be ON the ship 30 mins. prior to sailaway....or, if tendered, in the tender line 30 mins. prior.

 

 

 

PS...I thought they were asking about leaving the ship in ports....

 

That has to be one of the most informative posts that I have ever read on CC.

[Clarea]

That has to be one of the most informative posts that I have ever read on CC.

People around me are wondering why I'm laughing out loud.:D

[snoflake117]

Hahah I liked it! Short and to the point!!

Our excursions are NOT through RCI so looks like we will be in the line to get off the ship like everyone else!

[tpadul]

What does "Tender" and the "Tendered line" mean??? First time cruiser in like 25 years so please excuse the ignorance :)

[kc320]

What does "Tender" and the "Tendered line" mean??? First time cruiser in like 25 years so please excuse the ignorance :)

 

Tender's are small boats that are used to transport guest's ashore when the ship is not able to dock...such as in Grand Cayman & Coco Cay where there are no docks...the Tender line is where you wait to board the tender to go ashore...or return to the ship...always allow yourself a bit of extra time to get back to the ship when tendering...

[tpadul]

Tender's are small boats that are used to transport guest's ashore when the ship is not able to dock...such as in Grand Cayman & Coco Cay where there are no docks...the Tender line is where you wait to board the tender to go ashore...or return to the ship...always allow yourself a bit of extra time to get back to the ship when tendering...

 

Thanks for the explanation Karen!!!!

[Clarea]

What does "Tender" and the "Tendered line" mean??? First time cruiser in like 25 years so please excuse the ignorance :)

A tender is a small boat that takes passengers from the cruise ship to the shore. This is used when the cruise ship has no pier to use, such as at Coco Cay, Grand Cayman, or Belize. This means that it takes longer to embark and disembark because of waiting for the tender to load, transport, and unload.