What to do 4 months before cruise?

3 to 4 Months Before Sailing Check with your travel agent or the State Department for the identification required for your cruise. If you're cruising, but your kids are staying home, be sure to make child care arrangements.



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Six months or more ahead - Settle on a budget for the cruise. Make sure to take into account every possible expense: plane tickets, transportation to the pier, hotels, shore excursions, spa treatments, shipboard activities, bar bills and even cruise wear.

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How to Prepare for a World Cruise
  1. Check -- and then recheck -- the visas you need. ...
  2. Check your passport thoroughly. ...
  3. Get vaccinated. ...
  4. Purchase travel insurance. ...
  5. Make plans to keep in touch. ...
  6. Hit the bank. ...
  7. Consider a sitter. ...
  8. Pack appropriately.


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How long after the cruise does my passport need to be valid for? U.S. Citizen's sailing with their U.S. Passport book must ensure that it is valid at least 6 months after your cruise.

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Due to limitations of medical care, both on board and in various ports of call, women who have entered or exceeded their 24th week of pregnancy, at any time during the cruise, will not be allowed to board or sail with the ship.

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If you're bringing the whole family, a 5 or 7 day cruise might be the best way to make sure everyone has an awesome getaway. And for those lucky folks with even more time to spare, a cruise of 10 days or more will give you an incredible experience of all the best things a cruise has to offer.

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You absolutely have to. Even flights that arrive late the night before guarantee you won't miss your ship because of flight delays; instead, all you have to do is wake up and call a cab to get to the port.

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This worldwide cruise is for serious travelers. The Ultimate World Cruise lasts 274 nights which you will touchdown in over 60 countries. This cruise also includes a visit to eleven wonders of the world, including the Great Wall of China, Iguaza Falls in Argentina, Petra in Jordan, and the Great Pyramids in Egypt.

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What to Do If You Miss the Ship
  1. Find a port agent. Most cruise lines have port agents stationed in the port area to assist if your ship has left without you. ...
  2. Make phone calls. ...
  3. Make travel arrangements. ...
  4. Retrieve your belongings. ...
  5. Try to relax.


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Taking a baby on a cruise is one of the best ways to travel with your little one. You don't have to pack and unpack every few days, and there's no need to worry about the logistics of driving to your destination or traffic. Onboard, the friendly cruise ship staff take care of the details so you don't have to.

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If you're catching a plane, when to fly in for your cruise depends on several factors. I always advise flying in at least one day before you're scheduled to embark, just in case you encounter any delays or cancellations. That way, you have time to rebook yourself on a different flight if something goes wrong.

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Staff members often expect to work around 12 hours a day, seven days a week. Some employees may work early in the morning, like those who prepare food, while others work late into the night, like bartenders and entertainers. Your work schedule might depend on the specific cruise line and your position.

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All the major cruise lines have the same pregnancy policy: Guests are allowed to cruise through their 23rd week of pregnancy.

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Generally, women are not allowed to travel by air after 36 weeks for domestic travel, and after 28 to 35 weeks for international travel. The decision on whether to travel and how far to travel at any time during pregnancy should be a joint decision between you and your healthcare provider or midwife.

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Highlights at 24 Weeks Pregnant At 24 weeks pregnant, your baby is now about the size of a full ear of corn. They're growing stronger, meaning you might feel more of their movements right now! Now might be the time to start thinking about your birth plan—it's always good to be prepared!

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You shouldn't have any problem as long as where you embark and where you disembark are both in the EU.

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In normal circumstances, you can't travel with a passport that expires in less than six months. However, a country with an active agreement with your destination country may allow it. You may even enter with an expired passport in some countries as long as you still have the document with you.

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How Much Does it Cost to See a Doctor on a Cruise? A medical consultation on a cruise usually costs around $100 (£85) if during medical centre opening hours. This price rises to around $165 (£137) for appointments outside of opening hours and can rise as high as $205 (£170) if a doctor needs to visit a guest's cabin.

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