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Some travel agencies plan their own itinerary that combines a listed cruise along with their own added features and benefits. The agency usually has a block of cabins selected, too. In your case, Celebrity may only know that the agency has a reservation or hold but they would have no details on the agency's unique extras. In some cases the private agent's arrangements may be a good deal and have better benefits than a direct sale from Celebrity. It's a matter of who you like and trust and the fees and offers.

I will be at the Canada Place (Vancouver) dock by 11am. Is it acceptable to check your luggage with the porters and then leave the terminal for a few hours to see the city. Then I would return to complete check-in. My concern is that doing this might cause a security problem? (Yes, I am aware of a pay service in the terminal, also.) Thanks for any help.

Most of the information posted here is useful, however, some countries require that you have an original passport at all times. A copy will not be accepted. My current readings of travel information give an example that a passport is needed in Japan for all foreign visitors. You may be stopped at any time by an official/police. If you do not have an original passport you may be detained at a facility until arrangements can be made to correct the issue.

Other countries may also have similar rules. I think that Russia and China are also in this style? On some cruise ships, we were informed about local regulations before leaving the ship. I am not an expert but do much traveling.