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Preparation
Good preparation means: clarify documents, luggage, check-in and transfer in time – then the trip starts calmly.
Key points
Online check-in
Most cruise lines expect check-in before departure. Keep passports, photos and health details ready.
Luggage rules
Separate carry-on and checked bags – always keep medicines, adapters and documents with you.
Travel buffer
On sailing day plan for traffic and terminal queues – better early than stressed.
Checklist
- 1Complete online check-in and cruise-line app
- 2Travel documents and medicines in carry-on
- 3Adapt packing list to itinerary and dress code
- 4Fix transfer and parking/shuttle
- 5Sketch first evening (dining, muster)
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In short
When must online check-in be done?
Depending on the cruise line often several days ahead. Without check-in you risk queues or embarkation problems.
What must go in carry-on?
IDs, medicines, adapter, a change of clothes and valuables – suitcases sometimes reach the cabin later.