donaldsc Posted March 23, 2017 #1 Share Posted March 23, 2017 We are doing the 3 October Quest cruise out of Venice. The ship overnights in Venice on 3 October and we have a full day in Venice on 4 October before it departs Venice. We normally board a ship about 12:00 or so so that we have as much time on the ship. However, if we do it on this day, it breaks up a full day in Venice on 3 October. How late can we board on 3 October? DON Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
compliance Posted March 23, 2017 #2 Share Posted March 23, 2017 wondering the same thing as I am on this cruise. For once a later check would be great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
beachseeker Posted March 23, 2017 #3 Share Posted March 23, 2017 We are on this cruise also. Wondering when muster will be as well? Would like to take advantage of every moment in Venice on the 3rd and not have to rush back to the ship for muster. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
km32937 Posted March 23, 2017 #4 Share Posted March 23, 2017 Wondering the same. We start with an overnight in Nice on May 29th. I would like to drop my bags off and then go out and enjoy nice. Will that be possible or do you have to remain onboard for the muster drill? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBMacLaird Posted March 23, 2017 #5 Share Posted March 23, 2017 I'll ask the shop personnel what they think. I'll let you know what I hear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBMacLaird Posted March 23, 2017 #6 Share Posted March 23, 2017 Here's what Hotel Director Philip responded: Hi Bonnie, There really is no restriction as to what time guests can board on the 3rd. I would recommend though getting to the ship before 10pm. It would also be helpful to know the names of the guests just so we know to expect them later. Thanks a lot. Philip Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NantahalaCruiser Posted March 23, 2017 #7 Share Posted March 23, 2017 Wondering the same. We start with an overnight in Nice on May 29th. I would like to drop my bags off and then go out and enjoy nice. Will that be possible or do you have to remain onboard for the muster drill? The muster is undoubtedly on the second day right before the sailaway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donaldsc Posted March 24, 2017 Author #8 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Here's what Hotel Director Philip responded: Hi Bonnie, There really is no restriction as to what time guests can board on the 3rd. I would recommend though getting to the ship before 10pm. It would also be helpful to know the names of the guests just so we know to expect them later. Thanks a lot. Philip Many thanks. DON Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelBugM Posted March 24, 2017 #9 Share Posted March 24, 2017 We are also on this cruise and wondering when we can board. For us though, the question is how early as we will need to leave our apartment the morning of October 3rd. Bonnie - Can you advise how early we can board? We realize our cabin most like won't be ready, but how early could we drop off luggage and then head back into Venice? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Globehoppers Posted March 24, 2017 #10 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Azamara is very accommodating to guest requirements, to include boarding. We had to board Quest after 8PM in Leith on a similar overnight situation following an all day tour to the Scottish southeast and hardpan's Wall. We informed the ship of our expected late arrival and check-in prior to arriving Leith. Several local agents were still present, we passed through immigration and by the time we arrived at our stateroom the bags had been delivered. Early checkin likely works subject to Italian immigration and customs which Azamara doesn't control. That said, for this cruise (we are also quests) we may be able to in-process and clear customs/immigration in the morning since guests will be departing and requiring those services. This would enable luggage to be given to Quest personnel in the customs house and taken to cabins permitting guests to return to Venice sightseeing. We have booked a hotel in Accademia on a cali an easy walk to the vaporetto stop one stop from the San Basilio stop - hopefully an easy no-bridge bag drag. Maybe Quest can inform us of an option/time to check-in and drop luggage in the AM to permit a near full day of touring Venice. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBMacLaird Posted March 24, 2017 #11 Share Posted March 24, 2017 The boarding time should be in your check-in information. Typically earlier boardings are not allowed since the crew is working to get the ship ready. But in most ports you can drop off your luggage. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TravelBugM Posted March 24, 2017 #12 Share Posted March 24, 2017 Thanks Bonnie. Just wanting to drop off our luggage and be on our way. How exactly do we do that? Simply go through the regular drop off routine, then come back later and actually check in, get our room keys, etc? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
screen-gem Posted March 26, 2017 #13 Share Posted March 26, 2017 Would like to take advantage of every moment in Venice on the 3rd and not have to rush back to the ship for muster. We recently sailed the Journey which had an overnight in Sydney. The 'obligatory' muster was scheduled at 5pm on embarkation day (i.e. before the in-port overnight). We had on-shore arrangements already planned that day and were unable to get back to the ship on time. Missing the muster is no problem at all. Azamara scheduled a make-up class the following day to cover off those who didn't attend the first one. There were probably 20+ pax at the second one. By all means, take advantage of the day & evening in Venice, and attend muster the following day. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Globehoppers Posted March 26, 2017 #14 Share Posted March 26, 2017 We recently sailed the Journey which had an overnight in Sydney. The 'obligatory' muster was scheduled at 5pm on embarkation day (i.e. before the in-port overnight). We had on-shore arrangements already planned that day and were unable to get back to the ship on time. Missing the muster is no problem at all. Azamara scheduled a make-up class the following day to cover off those who didn't attend the first one. There were probably 20+ pax at the second one. By all means, take advantage of the day & evening in Venice, and attend muster the following day. Similar experience on Quest in Leith. The ship was very accommodating to those of us not "mustering" on the first day, and there were many since it was during the British Open golf tournament at St Andrews. Best option is to email the ship several weeks in advance to let them know you will be embarking outside "normal" embarkation hours. Hopefully Quest will establish and announce early luggage drop-off options to accommodate those of us who want to tour Venice afternoon of 3 September. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
donaldsc Posted August 12, 2017 Author #15 Share Posted August 12, 2017 Here's what Hotel Director Philip responded: Hi Bonnie, There really is no restriction as to what time guests can board on the 3rd. I would recommend though getting to the ship before 10pm. It would also be helpful to know the names of the guests just so we know to expect them later. Thanks a lot. Philip This will not be a problem. However, can you give me an e-mail address to use so that I can contact the ship. I can't find one on your WEB site. One respondent suggested contacting the ship a few weeks before the cruise. Again, I need a contact address. If it helps, I can put our names and our booking number in an e-mail. Don Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBMacLaird Posted August 14, 2017 #16 Share Posted August 14, 2017 This will not be a problem. However, can you give me an e-mail address to use so that I can contact the ship. I can't find one on your WEB site. One respondent suggested contacting the ship a few weeks before the cruise. Again, I need a contact address. If it helps, I can put our names and our booking number in an e-mail. Don Hi Don, The best way is to email our Customer Service and we will inform the ship accordingly and note it in your booking. The address is AzamaraCustomerService@AzamaraClubCruises.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BBMacLaird Posted August 14, 2017 #17 Share Posted August 14, 2017 Hi Don, There is also a place in our new online check-in form where you specify the date, your time of arrival and mode of arrival to the ship. That information will be relayed to the ship. But if you should change your expected arrival time, you can always call or email our Azamara Customer Service. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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