Airbear232 Posted July 14 #1 Share Posted July 14 Okay, has anyone ever intentionally missed ship in port on purpose? On an upcoming cruise we’d like to spend more time in one port than allowed. Is there much of an issue if we stay and then either fly or take the train to the next port? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ocean Boy Posted July 14 #2 Share Posted July 14 18 minutes ago, Airbear232 said: Okay, has anyone ever intentionally missed ship in port on purpose? On an upcoming cruise we’d like to spend more time in one port than allowed. Is there much of an issue if we stay and then either fly or take the train to the next port? Which area of the world are you cruising? Do you really want to inconvenience everyone else's vacation by possibly delaying the ship's departure if it hangs around waiting for someone to return who has no intention of doing so? Maybe best to let the ship know of your desires to learn of the ramifications and so they don't wait around for you? 7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Hattie Posted July 14 #3 Share Posted July 14 You have posted this on 3 cruise line boards, which line are you considering "missing the ship" ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sir PMP Posted July 14 #4 Share Posted July 14 2 minutes ago, Airbear232 said: Okay, has anyone ever intentionally missed ship in port on purpose? On an upcoming cruise we’d like to spend more time in one port than allowed. Is there much of an issue if we stay and then either fly or take the train to the next port? There are a lot of issues with that. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nelblu Posted July 14 #5 Share Posted July 14 11 minutes ago, Airbear232 said: Okay, has anyone ever intentionally missed ship in port on purpose? On an upcoming cruise we’d like to spend more time in one port than allowed. Is there much of an issue if we stay and then either fly or take the train to the next port? Check with the ship's protocols. 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Asawi Posted July 14 #6 Share Posted July 14 9 minutes ago, Airbear232 said: Okay, has anyone ever intentionally missed ship in port on purpose? On an upcoming cruise we’d like to spend more time in one port than allowed. Is there much of an issue if we stay and then either fly or take the train to the next port? Oooohhhh... Do NOT do that!!!!!! You can probably get permission to not return to the ship if you just let them know. But you MUST let them know! Else they will waste resources in looking for you and possibly waiting for and they will not be well pleased with that! 6 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare twangster Posted July 14 #7 Share Posted July 14 Your seapass card could be deactivated and you may not be able to reboard at the next port. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
scamper Posted July 14 #8 Share Posted July 14 Why not just arrive a couple of days early? Assuming that's an option if you work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruiserBruce Posted July 14 #9 Share Posted July 14 This has been discussed many times around Cruise Critic. Staying ashore and catching up is possible in some circumstances. The ship needs to be notified, and permit the side trip. In some cases it may not be allowed for Immigration reasons. No refund or discount will be granted. Just "intentionally missing the ship" is not a wise choice. Pre-arranging it is the better choice. 6 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smokeybandit Posted July 14 #10 Share Posted July 14 Since this practice is outright prohibited by RC, you may not be able to get back on Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airbear232 Posted July 14 Author #11 Share Posted July 14 At this point, I’m just doing research to know whether it’s possible. Not trying to not would I believe we’d be inconveniencing anyone. I appreciate all of the feedback. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airbear232 Posted July 14 Author #12 Share Posted July 14 27 minutes ago, Host Hattie said: You have posted this on 3 cruise line boards, which line are you considering "missing the ship" ? Didn’t want to give away too much information and also wanted perspective of lines we’ve cruised with. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airbear232 Posted July 14 Author #13 Share Posted July 14 14 minutes ago, CruiserBruce said: This has been discussed many times around Cruise Critic. Staying ashore and catching up is possible in some circumstances. The ship needs to be notified, and permit the side trip. In some cases it may not be allowed for Immigration reasons. No refund or discount will be granted. Just "intentionally missing the ship" is not a wise choice. Pre-arranging it is the better choice. I appreciate the feedback, your advice is more or less what I was looking for - thx. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Oviedo32765 Posted July 14 #14 Share Posted July 14 I would suggest you consult the law concerning illegal immigration for the country (port) you wish to "invade." 6 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
time4u2go Posted July 14 #15 Share Posted July 14 4 minutes ago, Airbear232 said: At this point, I’m just doing research to know whether it’s possible. Not trying to not would I believe we’d be inconveniencing anyone. I appreciate all of the feedback. As asked earlier, what part of the world are you talking about? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airbear232 Posted July 14 Author #16 Share Posted July 14 16 minutes ago, scamper said: Why not just arrive a couple of days early? Assuming that's an option if you work. Mid cruise port, so not possible. As well, we’re extended on both ends of the cruise in different cities. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airbear232 Posted July 14 Author #17 Share Posted July 14 22 minutes ago, Asawi said: Oooohhhh... Do NOT do that!!!!!! You can probably get permission to not return to the ship if you just let them know. But you MUST let them know! Else they will waste resources in looking for you and possibly waiting for and they will not be well pleased with that! Thx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
milamber Posted July 14 #18 Share Posted July 14 Yes, we've done it several times across different cruise lines. As long as you let the ship know in advance it shouldn't be a problem. Never has been for us 2 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airbear232 Posted July 14 Author #19 Share Posted July 14 1 minute ago, time4u2go said: As asked earlier, what part of the world are you talking about? Actually for London, want to take DW to Mamma Mia but only an evening show the day we’re in port. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ldog Posted July 14 #20 Share Posted July 14 It's relatively easy to set this up ahead of time. Depends on the country. But please don't just miss the ship. It's unfair to the rest of the passengers if they are looking for you. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Host Hattie Posted July 14 #21 Share Posted July 14 2 minutes ago, Airbear232 said: Actually for London, want to take DW to Mamma Mia but only an evening show the day we’re in port. From Southampton? Where are you planning to catch up with the ship? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Arzeena Posted July 14 #22 Share Posted July 14 11 minutes ago, Airbear232 said: Actually for London, want to take DW to Mamma Mia but only an evening show the day we’re in port. Much easier to book a cruise on the Allure for that! 5 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airbear232 Posted July 14 Author #23 Share Posted July 14 9 minutes ago, Host Hattie said: From Southampton? Where are you planning to catch up with the ship? Other side of the channel. Again, don't want to give away TMI. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airbear232 Posted July 14 Author #24 Share Posted July 14 1 minute ago, Arzeena said: Much easier to book a cruise on the Allure for that! We love the Allure and have been on her a few times, we've also seen Mamma Mia when it was on the Quantum. It's DWs favorite show. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Airbear232 Posted July 14 Author #25 Share Posted July 14 19 minutes ago, Oviedo32765 said: I would suggest you consult the law concerning illegal immigration for the country (port) you wish to "invade." Not really an invader, have dual citizenship. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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