How early can suite guests board on Royal Caribbean?

With Flexible Arrival, members can arrive at the cruise terminal one hour prior to or after the arrival time pre-selected during Check-In. *Please see all applicable Terms & Conditions for Promotions here.



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Priority embarkation But don't expect to wait there long. As a suite guest, you'll be among the first passengers to board your ship. That means you'll be able to start your vacation earlier than almost anybody else on your cruise.

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Guests should arrive at the terminal within the arrival time slot you selected during Royal App check-in. Those who arrive early will not be able to begin boarding, and those who arrive late will need to wait until we are able to work them into another group.

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Cruise Ship Boarding FAQ As mentioned, cruise ships usually start boarding four to five hours before departure and won't allow you to board until they're ready. So there's no use in arriving at the cruise terminal first thing in the morning as you'll have to wait around for hours before you can even board.

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The best time to board a cruise ship is obviously when there are few lines and short waits. The trick is knowing when that will be. Unfortunately, it can vary from port to port and ship to ship, but I prefer arriving in the early afternoon, usually around 1 or 2 p.m.

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Reserved exclusively for guests of Grand Suite-level accommodations and above, the Suite Lounge serves complimentary continental breakfast and evening drinks.

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Here's our list of 15 ways you can board your cruise ship faster.
  1. Book a suite. ...
  2. Earn loyalty status. ...
  3. Pay for exclusive access. ...
  4. Fly in the day before. ...
  5. Stay close to the port. ...
  6. Leave luggage with porters. ...
  7. Have luggage tags ready to go. ...
  8. Book a private transfer.


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Staying in a suite can bring you all sorts of value-added perks on ships that normally would come with an extra charge, from complimentary Wi-Fi access to meals in extra-charge restaurants.

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Fewer crowds at the cruise terminal One of the best reasons to get an early check-in time is to avoid crowds at the cruise terminal. The embarkation process is fairly straightforward, but it entails going through several lines before you can board your ship.

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HOW IT WORKS
  1. Open the App, tap 'Check-In' on the homepage. ...
  2. Scan the guest passport and take a 'selfie' security photo.
  3. Complete the Cruise Ticket Contract and Health Acknowledgements.
  4. Select 'Arrival Time' and choose your required Arrival Time at the terminal on sail date.


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The Passenger Vessel Services Act (PVSA) prohibits the transportation of passengers between two different U.S. ports on any vessel other than a U.S.-flag vessel that meets all requirements for U.S. coastwise transportation.

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The Ultimate Family Suite can accommodate up to 8 passengers in a space that covers approximately 1,100 square feet, along with a private balcony adding an additional 200 square feet. So much space for all the family fun! Those sailing in the Ultimate Family Suite will also have access to Royal Caribbean's Royal Genie.

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Many first-time cruisers don't realize that they won't be able to go directly to their staterooms upon boarding. Pass the time while you wait for your room to be ready and for the ship to set sail by enjoying lunch on the Lido Deck of the ship. This is a great way to make sure you aren't starving by dinner time!

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With priority boarding, you'll have access to a dedicated security and check-in lane, which saves you from waiting in the usual lines. In some cases, this also means your accommodations will be ready before others.

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For a better embarkation experience, guests are asked to adhere to that arrival time. We will not be able to accommodate guests who show up earlier than their selected window. If Priority guests arrive later than their selected window, they will be accommodated in the Priority line.

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What benefits are included in each Royal Suite Class Tier?
  • Dinner at Coastal Kitchen, based upon availability*.
  • All Day Access** to Silver Dining for guests onboard Spectrum of the Seas®
  • Royal Caribbean Plush Bathrobes for Use Onboard.
  • Luxury Pillow Top Mattress.
  • Luxury Bathroom Amenities.
  • Lavazza Espresso Coffee Machine.


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What perks come with staying in a Grand Suite?
  • Royal Caribbean bathrobes (for onboard use only)
  • Luxury bathroom amenities.
  • Lavazza espresso machine.
  • Pillowtop mattress.
  • Priority boarding and departure.
  • Concierge service.
  • Suite Lounge/Concierge Club access with hors d'oeuvres and cocktails every evening)


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Royal Suite Class is an elevated onboard experience for suite guests, combining the unmatched range of innovative Royal Caribbean suite-category accommodations with superior service, exclusive access and personalization of guests' cruise experiences.

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The back of the ship tends to be considered the next best cabin position after midships. Whilst the front of the ship gets the most movement the back also does get some. Whilst it's nowhere near as bad as the front of the ship, you may still notice some movement in rough seas.

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Royal Caribbean Has a Different Boarding Problem Suite passengers get their own access line while Pinnacle members of the company's Crown & Anchor loyalty program (the very top tier) and people who buy The Key, a program similar to Carnival's Faster to the Fun, get priority boarding.

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“Guests 17 years of age and under who are not accompanied by an adult in their traveling party, 21 years of age or older, must be clear of all public areas by 1:00 a.m. each evening unless involved in a Club 02 or Circle C teen activity,” the new policy reads.

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