kajsb
May 12th, 2004, 09:00 AM
I spoke with a very helpful rep at Carnival today inquiring about the early check in at the Queen Mary. She even sent me an E-mail that provided the info on the early check in. She emphasized that this is the way the process is to work, but sometimes, there are still glitches. Anyway, here it is for all interested to review. http://messages.cruisecritic.com/infopop/emoticons/icon_smile.gif
Pre Check-In at Long Beach Cruise Terminal
For guests arriving at the Long Beach Cruise Terminal early on the day of
embarkation, we offer a Pre Check-In service from 9:00am to 12:00pm.
. Whether arriving by air and using our motor coach or arriving by private
car, the guest will give the luggage to the Porter; the customary tip for
this service is $1.00 per bag.
. The guest will proceed to the Queen Mary where the Queen Mary Staff will
direct the guest to the Carnival Check-In Lounge.
. The check-in includes submitting cruise documents, showing proof of travel
documentation and issuing a credit card (if applicable) for his/her Sail
& Sign Account. Guests opting to pay in cash for the Sail & Sign Account
will do so on board at the Information Desk.
. The guest will receive a stamped boarding pass and be advised to return
to the cruise terminal at 12:00pm for the boarding procedure.
The guest will have many entertainment options while waiting to board the
ship (see list below).
After 12:00pm, the guest may proceed to the cruise terminal for the
embarkation process, but bypassing the Check-In Counter.
The guest will pass through the X-ray Security Machines with his/her
carry-on bags. Luggage larger than 11"x 17" will not be permitted through
the security machine and must be checked-in with a curbside porter.
The guest will have a "Welcome Aboard" photo taken by the Ship's Photo
Staff. The photo will be on display later in the cruise for purchase.
The guest will go to another area to collect his/her boarding card.
. EL PR: The guest will be issued a boarding card that is used for,
1) getting on/off the ship, 2) stateroom key, and 3) Sail & Sign Account.
. EC: The guest will be issued a boarding card that is used for, 1) getting
on/off the ship, and 2) Sail & Sign Account. A separate plastic key will
also be issued for the stateroom door.
The Security Personnel will take the guest's boarding card and with the
A-Pass System, will imbed a full color, digital photograph together with
personal database information directly onto the boarding card.
The guest at this time may proceed on board for his/her cruise.
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Entertainment options in Long Beach, California
he guest may take advantage of the following options:
Take a guided or self-guided tour of the Queen Mary; tickets are $8.00
per person and can be purchased through the Queen Mary Staff.
Eat lunch on board the Queen Mary, at his/her own expense.
Complimentary Passport Shuttle Bus; runs every fifteen minutes to the
following destinations.
The AquaBus Water taxi takes visitors between the Queen Mary, the
Pine Avenue shopping district and the Aquarium = $2.00 per person.
. Pine Avenue in downtown Long Beach is the excitement mecca, with sidewalk
cafes, restaurants and trendy shops.
. Shoreline Village is a replica of an early California resort. This lively
waterfront boardwalk, lined with jewel colored buildings is home to spec-
ialty shops, souvenir stores and restaurants.
. Rainbow Harbor is the centerpiece of Long Beach's waterfront, surrounded
by a 2,000 foot long multi-level public esplanade that connects Shoreline
Village to the Aquarium.
. The Aquarium of the Pacific has three main aquariums in the facility as
well as a few semi-permanent exhibits. Hours: 9:00am-6:00pm daily;
Admission = Adults: $18.75; Kids 3-11: $9.95; Seniors: $14.95.
Kathy
http://escati.linkopp.net/cgi-bin/countdown.cgi?trgb=000000&srgb=00ff00&prgb=00bfff&cdt=2004;5;30;16;00;00&timezone=GMT-0800
05/30/04 Carnival Pride cruise & the wraparound balcony
http://escati.linkopp.net/cgi-bin/countdown.cgi?trgb=000000&srgb=00ff00&prgb=800080&cdt=2004;6;28;17;00;00&timezone=GMT-0800
06/28/04 Ecstasy-
Mom's 80th birthday- It's no longer a surprise!!
Ecstasy 09/13/02
Ecstasy 05/26/03
Pre Check-In at Long Beach Cruise Terminal
For guests arriving at the Long Beach Cruise Terminal early on the day of
embarkation, we offer a Pre Check-In service from 9:00am to 12:00pm.
. Whether arriving by air and using our motor coach or arriving by private
car, the guest will give the luggage to the Porter; the customary tip for
this service is $1.00 per bag.
. The guest will proceed to the Queen Mary where the Queen Mary Staff will
direct the guest to the Carnival Check-In Lounge.
. The check-in includes submitting cruise documents, showing proof of travel
documentation and issuing a credit card (if applicable) for his/her Sail
& Sign Account. Guests opting to pay in cash for the Sail & Sign Account
will do so on board at the Information Desk.
. The guest will receive a stamped boarding pass and be advised to return
to the cruise terminal at 12:00pm for the boarding procedure.
The guest will have many entertainment options while waiting to board the
ship (see list below).
After 12:00pm, the guest may proceed to the cruise terminal for the
embarkation process, but bypassing the Check-In Counter.
The guest will pass through the X-ray Security Machines with his/her
carry-on bags. Luggage larger than 11"x 17" will not be permitted through
the security machine and must be checked-in with a curbside porter.
The guest will have a "Welcome Aboard" photo taken by the Ship's Photo
Staff. The photo will be on display later in the cruise for purchase.
The guest will go to another area to collect his/her boarding card.
. EL PR: The guest will be issued a boarding card that is used for,
1) getting on/off the ship, 2) stateroom key, and 3) Sail & Sign Account.
. EC: The guest will be issued a boarding card that is used for, 1) getting
on/off the ship, and 2) Sail & Sign Account. A separate plastic key will
also be issued for the stateroom door.
The Security Personnel will take the guest's boarding card and with the
A-Pass System, will imbed a full color, digital photograph together with
personal database information directly onto the boarding card.
The guest at this time may proceed on board for his/her cruise.
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Entertainment options in Long Beach, California
he guest may take advantage of the following options:
Take a guided or self-guided tour of the Queen Mary; tickets are $8.00
per person and can be purchased through the Queen Mary Staff.
Eat lunch on board the Queen Mary, at his/her own expense.
Complimentary Passport Shuttle Bus; runs every fifteen minutes to the
following destinations.
The AquaBus Water taxi takes visitors between the Queen Mary, the
Pine Avenue shopping district and the Aquarium = $2.00 per person.
. Pine Avenue in downtown Long Beach is the excitement mecca, with sidewalk
cafes, restaurants and trendy shops.
. Shoreline Village is a replica of an early California resort. This lively
waterfront boardwalk, lined with jewel colored buildings is home to spec-
ialty shops, souvenir stores and restaurants.
. Rainbow Harbor is the centerpiece of Long Beach's waterfront, surrounded
by a 2,000 foot long multi-level public esplanade that connects Shoreline
Village to the Aquarium.
. The Aquarium of the Pacific has three main aquariums in the facility as
well as a few semi-permanent exhibits. Hours: 9:00am-6:00pm daily;
Admission = Adults: $18.75; Kids 3-11: $9.95; Seniors: $14.95.
Kathy
http://escati.linkopp.net/cgi-bin/countdown.cgi?trgb=000000&srgb=00ff00&prgb=00bfff&cdt=2004;5;30;16;00;00&timezone=GMT-0800
05/30/04 Carnival Pride cruise & the wraparound balcony
http://escati.linkopp.net/cgi-bin/countdown.cgi?trgb=000000&srgb=00ff00&prgb=800080&cdt=2004;6;28;17;00;00&timezone=GMT-0800
06/28/04 Ecstasy-
Mom's 80th birthday- It's no longer a surprise!!
Ecstasy 09/13/02
Ecstasy 05/26/03