🛳️ CRUISE TIPS:

• Don’t wait until the last minute to book excursions.
• Check the ship’s boarding time carefully.
• Know the difference between boarding time and departure time.
• Arrive at the port with plenty of time.
• Keep important documents in your carry-on.
• Don’t put your passport and medications in checked luggage.
• Take a photo of your luggage before handing it over.
• Learn the ship’s layout early in the cruise.
• Download the cruise line’s app before boarding.
• Keep your phone on the appropriate settings to avoid unexpected charges.
• Check your onboard account during the cruise.
• Don’t book an excursion that leaves no margin for getting back to the ship.
• Be cautious about independent excursions when timing is critical.
• Pack a small carry-on for the first few hours aboard.
• Your checked luggage may not arrive at your cabin immediately.
• Bring a swimsuit or change of clothes in your carry-on if appropriate.
• Don’t assume every restaurant or activity is included in your cruise fare.
• Check gratuity policies.
• Check beverage-package rules before purchasing one.
• Don’t feel like you have to participate in every onboard activity.
• Sometimes sitting on deck and watching the world go by is the best activity.