Dearabby_84 Posted October 4, 2017 #151 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Omgosh!!! Interesting boarding story! So last week we were scheduled for our cruise and chose the late boarding time that I love so much! We drove 6 hours to the port and I then realized I forgotten a piece of ID. Had I chosen the earlier time, we would have realized I was missing my ID at check in and my husband could have brought it to me and we could have boarded. Instead no cruise, no boarding, no refund and lesson learned remember ALL of your ID and in the event that something is amiss, an earlier boarding time gives you more time to work with!!! (y):ship: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachbum6264 Posted October 4, 2017 #152 Share Posted October 4, 2017 I'm changing my answer to: To get on before KayKay. Winner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MississippiMom Posted October 4, 2017 #153 Share Posted October 4, 2017 My vacation doesn't start when my rooms ready, it starts when I board the ship. Sent from my iPad using Forums Exactly! :cool: It's nice to wander around the ship, get an idea of the layout, grab some lunch and/or a drink. If you have kids with you, they are probably ready to check out the pool as soon as possible. Getting into the cabin is way down on our list of "things to do" when we step on to the cruise ship. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laurie S. Posted October 4, 2017 #154 Share Posted October 4, 2017 My checking in time is 12:30-1:00 and that seems fine to me. But I would like to know why anyone would want to check in early. If your room will not be ready until 1 or later. Why get on early. Your cruise starts the minute you step foot on the ship, why wait? I'm Platinum now (before had FTTF) and my suite always was ready. We love heading to the room, going out on the balcony, and taking in a deep breath of the ocean air. We beat the crowds to lunch, enjoy a couple of cocktails, and take care of any details. We always get on early. If you don't want to do that, then don't. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doggielover68 Posted October 4, 2017 #155 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Another reason for me is because I constantly worry. What if we are late, what if something goes wrong at check in what if what if what if. Once I am on the ship, there's nothing left to worry about. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ultrafighter Posted October 4, 2017 #156 Share Posted October 4, 2017 That's because you weren't supposed to. Those that are Diamond/Platinum/FTTF can do so. Everyone else, no. So your flogging was justified :D. Ding ding ding! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Towel Critter Posted October 4, 2017 #157 Share Posted October 4, 2017 The better question is, why would one want to start their vacation later?:confused: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nightrythm Posted October 4, 2017 #158 Share Posted October 4, 2017 I have trouble relaxing until I've set foot on the ship. Until then I'm anxious that something may go wrong. Once I'm on the ship, I'm on vacation. I got no worries. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SPKEMO Posted October 4, 2017 #159 Share Posted October 4, 2017 If I could board the ship the night before and not have a room I would board in a heartbeat. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pyrate13 Posted October 4, 2017 #160 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Why do we get on as early as we can? Simple, because we love being on the ship.:ship::hearteyes: I agree with the post from SPKEMO and would eagerly do exactly the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AllWeDoIsCruise Posted October 4, 2017 #161 Share Posted October 4, 2017 I do not understand why it matters to you if I am first on the ship and you are last, I could care less. Just like you should care less if I am the first at the bar while you're the last zone to board. Ill make sure I drink a couple for you especially since your patiently waiting to get on the boat. :cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyber Kat Posted October 4, 2017 #162 Share Posted October 4, 2017 I can’t help but wonder why anyone would obsess over this. You don’t want to board early? Fine - pick a later time that suits you. What do you care when the rest of us board? It’s not like we’re dragging you onto the ship with us? Couldn’t believe when I saw this on John Heald’s page earlier. Have we heard from KayKay18 since the first post? Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyber Kat Posted October 4, 2017 #163 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Omgosh!!! Interesting boarding story!So last week we were scheduled for our cruise and chose the late boarding time that I love so much! We drove 6 hours to the port and I then realized I forgotten a piece of ID. Had I chosen the earlier time, we would have realized I was missing my ID at check in and my husband could have brought it to me and we could have boarded. Instead no cruise, no boarding, no refund and lesson learned remember ALL of your ID and in the event that something is amiss, an earlier boarding time gives you more time to work with!!! (y):ship: My DH insists on being early for everything - usually real early. Number of years ago, we were flying. We got to the airport and he realized he left the tickets on the kitchen counter. We were early enough for him to drive home (45 min - 1 hour) and get back before they started boarding. Luckily enough it was pre-911 so we were able to wait at the gate. What he thought we could do without the tickets I have no idea [emoji849] Pays to leave lots of time! Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
watermelonqueen99 Posted October 4, 2017 #164 Share Posted October 4, 2017 Couldn’t believe when I saw this on John Heald’s page earlier. Right?! Ridiculous! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firemanbobswife Posted October 4, 2017 #165 Share Posted October 4, 2017 My DH insists on being early for everything - usually real early. Number of years ago, we were flying. We got to the airport and he realized he left the tickets on the kitchen counter. We were early enough for him to drive home (45 min - 1 hour) and get back before they started boarding. Luckily enough it was pre-911 so we were able to wait at the gate. What he thought we could do without the tickets I have no idea [emoji849] Pays to leave lots of time! Sent from my iPad using Forums What tickets did you forget? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Badfinger Posted October 4, 2017 #166 Share Posted October 4, 2017 I think it's pretty sad that anyone would think that it's not worth being on a ship unless there is some activity scheduled. Really? You can't entertain yourself for a couple of hours? You can't enjoy some down time with the person/people you're traveling with? I don't get it. So do you stay on the ship as long as possible the last day...since you can entertain yourself for a couple hours? Seems those that want to get on ASAP also want to get off ASAP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firemanbobswife Posted October 5, 2017 #167 Share Posted October 5, 2017 So do you stay on the ship as long as possible the last day...since you can entertain yourself for a couple hours? Seems those that want to get on ASAP also want to get off ASAP. Getting on is different. It’s a happy time and I love the vibe of the ship. Usually I’ve been planning a long time for that moment. Contrast that to when it’s time to leave. The room stewards need to get in and clean for the next guests, vacation is over so you might as well get off the ship. There’s nothing happy about the last day so I get up early and get off the ship ASAP. Why delay the inevitable? I also allows me to get an early flight and make my way home. There’s nothing worth being onboard for the last day. It’s a very sad time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seashoregal Posted October 5, 2017 #168 Share Posted October 5, 2017 Just nice to finally be onboard!!! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyber Kat Posted October 5, 2017 #169 Share Posted October 5, 2017 What tickets did you forget? Airline tickets Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firemanbobswife Posted October 5, 2017 #170 Share Posted October 5, 2017 Airline tickets Sent from my iPad using Forums Couldn’t they just print them there at the airport once you showed them your ID? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cyber Kat Posted October 5, 2017 #171 Share Posted October 5, 2017 Couldn’t they just print them there at the airport once you showed them your ID? We’re talking a long time ago! They were IBM punch cards [emoji13] Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firemanbobswife Posted October 5, 2017 #172 Share Posted October 5, 2017 we’re talking a long time ago! They were ibm punch cards [emoji13]sent from my ipad using forums Lol! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachbum6264 Posted October 5, 2017 #173 Share Posted October 5, 2017 So do you stay on the ship as long as possible the last day...since you can entertain yourself for a couple hours? Seems those that want to get on ASAP also want to get off ASAP. Yes. We drive to the port since we live a couple of hours away, so no flights to catch. We have a nice leisurely breakfast and wait for the crowds to die down. No reason to deal with the long lines and all the people crammed into the hallways. We only have a couple of carry ons, so we take them to breakfast with us. Not in a hurry to get in the traffic either. We can find a quiet place to sit and talk or people watch. Let the cruise last as long as possible... real life can wait. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
w&k Posted October 5, 2017 #174 Share Posted October 5, 2017 With us, it depends on whether or not we're close and coming directly from home. Hubby works nights, so typically we leave when he gets home from work for a close cruise in Jax or Port Canaveral. Platinum gets us on early, so we will pick up a quick snack on the way to the room. He has a nap, and I go explore until it's time to come back and wake him up for muster drill. Getting off, it depends. We either shoot for first or last off. First off if I'm going to work, last off if not. If he is not working the night before, we head for the port area and get a hotel with shuttle, and take a later time. Wendy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nae418 Posted October 5, 2017 #175 Share Posted October 5, 2017 Hi: I am a platinum, so my cabin is ready. I like to drop my can soda and carry on bag off in the cabin. If I'm traveling in the winter months, I will carry an outfit and change as soon as I arrive in my cabin. I live 10 minutes from Philadelphia, PA airport, the weather cools down in October. Also, so I can let the fun begin! Happy Sailing!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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