Mark_K Posted June 13, 2018 #1 Share Posted June 13, 2018 At embarkation can I check in, drop off my bags, etc. in the cabin, leave the ship, and go to a store to buy some wine to bring on board? Or do I have to have it with me when I first check in? TIA Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
amandaepperson21 Posted June 14, 2018 #2 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Personally, I can't imagine going through the hassle of getting on the ship just to get off then get back on again lol. Sorry, I don't have any helpful information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moki'smommy Posted June 14, 2018 #3 Share Posted June 14, 2018 You can definitely drop your checked bags, not check in, and make a shopping run. On our last Princess cruise, we were advised that our cabin wouldn't be ready until...either 1:00 or 1:30 (not sure which), so I wouldn't count on being able to drop stuff in your cabin. Another vote against checking in, boarding, and then going out again...I don't know if it is allowed, but it would be a pain. I'd drop the checked bags and go run errands taking only the minimal carry on stuff you need, then come back and check in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micahs Grandad Posted June 14, 2018 #4 Share Posted June 14, 2018 You could but is it worth it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted June 14, 2018 #5 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Getting off after boarding can and does vary by port Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wheezedr Posted June 14, 2018 #6 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Yes, you can check in and then leave the ship to go back into the surrounding area. Your ability to do this in an effective manner would be truly Port dependent as the closest shopping can be a long way off in some ports. Have seen people do it in FLL and you could do it for example in Vancouver where a state liquor store is near the dock. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lucky TGO Posted June 14, 2018 #7 Share Posted June 14, 2018 I think it’s too much of a hassle getting on and off. Tony Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skynight Posted June 14, 2018 #8 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Probably yes, but a lot depends on what port you are talking about. A port like pier 2, Ft. Lauderdale it would be easy to do as you can walk to the wine store. If it is pier 21, Ft. Lauderdale would not be so easy. The taxi fares $10 each way would make it costly. If it is Copenhagen for example what you propose would be difficult. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KevintheIrishDJ Posted June 14, 2018 #9 Share Posted June 14, 2018 What pier? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark_K Posted June 14, 2018 Author #10 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Vancouver, I assume Canada Place. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fishywood Posted June 14, 2018 #11 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Vancouver, I assume Canada Place. Sent from my iPad using Forums Big difference between Vancouver and the US port(s) the other responses were assuming. When you check in at Vancouver you go through immigration and customs to return to the USA immediately upon boarding. If you leave the ship before sailaway you would have to be processed as re-entering Canada, then go through the entire process again to get back on the ship. I doubt you would be allowed to leave in the first place. As some have suggested, drop your bags but do not check in, then head out for your final purchases. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
satxdiver Posted June 14, 2018 #12 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Even though the stateroom is not ready until 1 PM, you can still drop off your carryon luggage in the room. We have done it several times. Canada is an unusual country in that the US Immigration is present at the pier (or airport) before you embark to leave Canada. They process you through US immigration so that when you arrive in the US you simply proceed with your journey without any more government interaction. If the OP is in Vancouver, they need to buy the wine before going through the check in process. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miss prairie girl Posted June 14, 2018 #13 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Suggestion: If you are coming in the day before, (or a few days before), consider purchasing your wine before embarkation day. Bring it along when you board (go through customs, go through Princess boarding procedure). Simplify your day. You will be glad you did! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mark_K Posted June 14, 2018 Author #14 Share Posted June 14, 2018 Suggestion: If you are coming in the day before, (or a few days before), consider purchasing your wine before embarkation day. Bring it along when you board (go through customs, go through Princess boarding procedure). Simplify your day. You will be glad you did! For the first time ever, in 15-20 cruises, we’re flying in the day of embarkation. I did book the flights through Princess, for whatever good that may do. Anyway, I think I’ll take the good advice of everyone and go get the wine before checking in. Now, I just have to decide whether to get 2 bottles or get more and pay the $15 per. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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