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Whether you're cruising for the first time or the millionth, you'll find a nugget
of wisdom or two in this section. Check out the top ten things you need to know
about those moments just before and after you hop onboard.
1. For the first day of your cruise, pack a small carry-on bag with your travel
documents, a change of clothes, bathing suit, workout clothes and any medications
you may need. That way you don't have to wait for your checked bags to arrive in
your stateroom.
2. Guests are requested to complete Online Check-In no later than three days prior
to the cruise in order to expedite the pier check-in process. Guests sailing on
Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas can sign Onboard Activities Waivers online
for activities like the Rock Climbing Wall, FlowRider®, Zip Line and more in advance
of sailing, up to three days prior to the sail date.
3. Royal Caribbean International requires guests to be checked in no later than
90 minutes prior to the scheduled sailing time*. Guests arriving late will not be
permitted to sail. This supports government regulations in some ports that require
cruise lines to submit a departure manifest 90 minutes prior to sailing.
*Some sailings may require an earlier check-in time. Please refer to your Guest
Vacation Documents for specific information.
4. Friends and relatives are welcome to come to the pier to see you off. However,
for security reasons, they will not be allowed to board the ship at any port or
enter the terminal in some ports.
5. If you're a Platinum, Diamond or Diamond Plus member of our Crown & Anchor
Society, be sure to take advantage of priority check-in.
6. When you first come aboard, be sure to check out your stateroom. There you'll
find our Cruise Compass with schedules for all the onboard activities. Crown &
Anchor Society members will also find the Ultimate Value Booklet in their stateroom.
7. If you're traveling with family, be sure to check the Cruise Compass for the
"Family Welcome Aboard Show" times. This entertaining performance will
tell you all about the activities available for families and includes registration
for our Adventure Ocean Youth Program.
8. If the spa or fitness classes are your thing, try to make your appointments
on the first day, as the most popular treatments and times fill up fast.
9. Hungry? Head up to the Windjammer Café. They'll be offering snacks, sandwiches,
salads and more throughout embarkation.
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