How early can I board my Princess cruise ship?

For Princess, for example, most guests are told to get there at 1 p.m. to check in. You can choose to arrive at 11:30 a.m. and check in, then wait to board the ship when your number is called. Or you can arrive at 2:30 p.m., after all the early birds and 1 p.m. guests are checked in and boarded.

What is priority embarkation?

Priority embarkation will take place immediately following the completion of embarkation for guests who require special assistance and The Haven™/Suites guests.

Do you have to dress up for formal night on a Princess Cruise?

Princess Cruises The Code: Princess has formal and smart casual nights. Formal attire is tuxedos, dinner jackets or dark suits for men and evening gowns, cocktail dresses or elegant pantsuits for women. Smart casual attire includes pants and open-neck shirts for men and skirts or dresses, slacks and sweaters for women.

What is Princess Cruises Captain’s Circle?

Captain’s Circle is Princess Cruises’ four-tier loyalty program for past passengers. Princess members in these tiers receive free internet credits, priority tender service, embarkation and disembarkation, extra in-cabin amenities and more.

What is best time to board cruise ship?

We recommend getting to the terminal either early, before the rush, or late (after 2 p.m.), when most people are already onboard. You might still have a little wait, but it won’t be anything compared to peak boarding time.

How much luggage can you take on Princess Cruise?

Princess has no policy around baggage restrictions online. We spoke with their team and they informed us that for cruises (land-cruise packages may be different), they have no restriction on the number of bags you can bring, they only ask that no single bag exceeds 50 lbs (~22.5 kg).

How do I know if I have priority boarding?

Speed through check-in, security and boarding Look for ‘Priority’ signs when you check in at the American Airlines counter, go through security and at the gate. For faster boarding, proceed when the Priority boarding group is called and board even earlier if you’re a First or Business passenger or elite status member.

Is Priority boarding worth it?

One of these benefits is often priority (or preferred) boarding. It exists so you can board the plane before most passengers, and you’ll have plenty of time to find bin space for your carry-on and settle into your seat before the frenzied reprobates stampede aboard. This is a great benefit! Most of the time.

Can you wear jeans to dinner on a Princess Cruise?

Princess Cruises In the dining rooms, items such as shorts, pool wear and baseball caps are not permitted; shoes must be worn at all times. Jeans are permitted as long as they aren’t fraying and don’t have holes.

Is the drinks package on Princess Cruises worth it?

Princess Plus is worth it if you plan to drink two or more alcoholic drinks each day. If you only drink soft drinks and coffee, the Princess Plus package is still worth it as it works out at just $2 per day more than the Coffee & Soda Package but you get free wifi included.

Are gratuities mandatory on Princess Cruises?

What about tipping? You are welcome to reward our onboard crew for exceptional service, however, tipping is not required.

What is blue status on Princess Cruises?

It means you are a first time cruiser and your cruise card will be blue…on your next princess cruise, you will be gold, and so will your cruise card….

How do I get priority boarding on a cruise ship?

Book a suite. If you book a full suite on any of the Princess Cruise ships, you qualify for priority boarding as well as priority disembarkation at ports of call. You also get to a private lounge where you can wait until you are allowed to disembark at the end of the cruise.

Can you board early on a Princess Cruise?

However, on Princess Cruises, early boarding is a privilege limited to few. Be a platinum or elite Captain’s Circle member. Any who has sailed on at least one previous cruise with Princess Cruises is automatically a member of the Captain’s Circle, which has three tiers of membership.

What are the benefits of early boarding on a cruise?

Getting on board the ship early means that you can enjoy a lunch buffet and explore the ship without having to stand in line for hours waiting to check in. However, on Princess Cruises, early boarding is a privilege limited to few.

How do I get Ruby status on Princess Cruises?

Ruby Membership Benefits Ruby status can be achieved by sailing on four Princess itineraries. You may also reach this tier within two or three cruises if you book as single occupancy or a full suite*, which earns you double credits in our cruise loyalty program.