Jeffrey1950 Posted September 7, 2016 #1 Share Posted September 7, 2016 (edited) Did anyone else receive an " Important" email from Carnival today? When I opened it the page was blank !!! I called Carnival and they could not tell me what was suppose to be in it. However, she did mention that Carnival was sending out emails to mention the pending new check in procedure that is forthcoming. Just so you all know according to this rep when the new procedure is in place if you get to the terminal early you have to wait outside. I for one am not happy about that !! Edited September 7, 2016 by Jeffrey1950 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elaine5715 Posted September 7, 2016 #2 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Did anyone else receive an " Important" email from Carnival today? When I opened it the page was blank !!! I called Carnival and they could not tell me what was suppose to be in it. However, she did mention that Carnival was sending out emails to mention the pending new check in procedure that is forthcoming. Just so you all know according to this rep when the new procedure is in place if you get to the terminal early you have to wait outside. I for one am not happy about that !! Yes, that is what is was supposed to be, look for another email soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
katiel53 Posted September 7, 2016 #3 Share Posted September 7, 2016 From what port are you sailing? I am wondering when Pt Canaveral is going to get the staggered check-in. Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
harpat0408 Posted September 7, 2016 #4 Share Posted September 7, 2016 I also am wondering about Port Canaveral and when they will be getting the staggered check in also. But I do have faster to the fun already Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tigeress297 Posted September 7, 2016 #5 Share Posted September 7, 2016 I received 2 of them because I am sailing on the Victory out of Port Canaveral on BTB cruises starting this Sunday. Because they are doing upgrades to the Victory they were letting us know that they would not be allowing anyone to board before 1:30pm. The letters (one for 4 day and one for 3day cruises) had several sail dates for the next couple of months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pusywillow Posted September 7, 2016 #6 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Did anyone else receive an " Important" email from Carnival today? When I opened it the page was blank !!! I called Carnival and they could not tell me what was suppose to be in it. However, she did mention that Carnival was sending out emails to mention the pending new check in procedure that is forthcoming. Just so you all know according to this rep when the new procedure is in place if you get to the terminal early you have to wait outside. I for one am not happy about that !! No need to be unhappy. It works great and helps prevent congestion at the port. Just log into your cruise manager as soon as the times become available and pick the earliest time. Sue Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bookbug53 Posted September 7, 2016 #7 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Received an email this morning announcing the implementation of staggered check in at NYC. Starts with the Sunshine cruise on October 1. It is still not showing in the bookings but should be shortly. If you arrive prior to the check in time you select you will need to wait to access the terminal. Solution: don't show up before your check in time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
First and Ten Posted September 7, 2016 #8 Share Posted September 7, 2016 (edited) Did anyone else receive an " Important" email from Carnival today? When I opened it the page was blank !!! I called Carnival and they could not tell me what was suppose to be in it. However, she did mention that Carnival was sending out emails to mention the pending new check in procedure that is forthcoming. Just so you all know according to this rep when the new procedure is in place if you get to the terminal early you have to wait outside. I for one am not happy about that !! Nothing to be unhappy about....staggered checkin is a great idea....helps control the herd :D Edited September 7, 2016 by First and Ten Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffrey1950 Posted September 7, 2016 Author #9 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Easier said than done...I live 20 mins. away from the port but personal circumstance's do not allow me to be very flexible with when I arrive. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jeffrey1950 Posted September 7, 2016 Author #10 Share Posted September 7, 2016 New York Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
First and Ten Posted September 7, 2016 #11 Share Posted September 7, 2016 (edited) Nothing saying you cant show up and park in the parking lot, or if you are getting dropped off, waiting outside. Just bring a good book and hope the weather cooperates ;) Edited September 7, 2016 by First and Ten Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evandbob Posted September 7, 2016 #12 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Nothing saying you cant show up and park in the parking lot, or if you are getting dropped off, waiting outside. Just bring a good book and hope the weather cooperates ;) In NYC, you can always visit the Intrepid Museum next door to the port if you arrive prior to your check in time. Just drop your bags with a porter first. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
First and Ten Posted September 7, 2016 #13 Share Posted September 7, 2016 (edited) In NYC, you can always visit the Intrepid Museum next door to the port if you arrive prior to your check in time. Just drop your bags with a porter first. Agree....most port cities have things to do. Showing up at or after your checkin time is not an issue. For those flying into an airport the day of departure, it is probably better to hang out in an airconditioned airport than in a hot port parking lot. Same for the people in a hotel room. An A/C lobby is typically more comfortable than standing outside of a terminal when its 95 degrees and humid....the ship will still be there at 3 pm....you are on vacation, relaxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx....get there when your checkin time says and the experience will go pretty smooth Edited September 7, 2016 by First and Ten Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dlbutler5 Posted September 7, 2016 #14 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Then don't charge me for the day if I can't get started early. Actually I personally don't have to worry about it as I am Platinum, but for others it sucks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bookbug53 Posted September 7, 2016 #15 Share Posted September 7, 2016 (edited) delete Got it now. :) Edited September 7, 2016 by Bookbug53 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JLee1973 Posted September 7, 2016 #16 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Then don't charge me for the day if I can't get started early. Actually I personally don't have to worry about it as I am Platinum, but for others it sucks! They don't charge for the day, they should change their terminology a little because you are not paying for a 7 day cruise. You are paying for a 7 night cruise which they are giving you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
First and Ten Posted September 7, 2016 #17 Share Posted September 7, 2016 (edited) Then don't charge me for the day if I can't get started early. Actually I personally don't have to worry about it as I am Platinum, but for others it sucks! Are you getting on the ship the day you are supposed to get on the ship? That would be a YES....anywhere on your contract, does Carnival GUARANTEE that you will be on at a certain time? That would be a NO You get to board on "this day"....it doesn't say you get to board EARLY on this day It will be the same buffet food at 3pm as it is at 1 pm....It will be the same alcohol in the Drink of the Day at 3 pm as it is at 1 pm....you aint missing anything....take a pr0zac and relaxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx....its a cruise, leave the Type A personality in the parking lot.....just go with the flow Edited September 7, 2016 by First and Ten Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ray98 Posted September 7, 2016 #18 Share Posted September 7, 2016 then don't charge me for the day if i can't get started early. lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
maldenmusic Posted September 7, 2016 #19 Share Posted September 7, 2016 I thought the staggered check in worked fairly well in NOLA in July Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SJEWER Posted September 7, 2016 #20 Share Posted September 7, 2016 (edited) Does this apply to those that have purchased the "Faster To The Fun" option? Thanks Edited September 7, 2016 by SJEWER Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marcyjane Posted September 7, 2016 #21 Share Posted September 7, 2016 When I went in to print our boarding passes for our October 1, 2016 cruise on the Conquest there wasn't anywhere to select boarding time but it did print out on our boarding pass to be at Port Everglades to board 1:30 pm. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Florings Posted September 7, 2016 #22 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Does this apply to those that have purchased the "Faster To The Fun" option? Thanks You have to choose a time, but you can still check in whenever you want if you are FTTF. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badfinger Posted September 7, 2016 #23 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Easier said than done...I live 20 mins. away from the port but personal circumstance's do not allow me to be very flexible with when I arrive. My guess is anyone who lives within 20 minutes of a cruise port would have reliable taxi service. And yeah it might be another $40 or so..but that is decimal point of your total cruise bill and sure beats the potential for waiting around in a mass of people in a crowded parking for what could be a couple hours. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badfinger Posted September 7, 2016 #24 Share Posted September 7, 2016 Then don't charge me for the day if I can't get started early. Actually I personally don't have to worry about it as I am Platinum, but for others it sucks! Yeah they might miss that first feeding...or finish it so late as to not be hungry enough to take full advantage of the second feeding later that night (try as they might). More food consumed = better cruise deal. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bookbug53 Posted September 7, 2016 #25 Share Posted September 7, 2016 When I went in to print our boarding passes for our October 1, 2016 cruise on the Conquest there wasn't anywhere to select boarding time but it did print out on our boarding pass to be at Port Everglades to board 1:30 pm. Port Everglades does not have staggered check in time as yet. What you see on your boarding pass is standard verbiage about boarding times. Always have been on board in Everglades by 12-12:30! :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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