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38 minutes ago, Organized Chaos said:

 

Don't feel bad at all about asking questions. Some of us like to learn as much as we can before doing these things, myself included. That's what CC is for. You're right, once you get on and have all these experiences, it'll all click. There's a lot to cruising that is standard, especially on a single cruise line, so you'll be surprised how comfortable you become after just one cruise.

 

One thing I wanted to mention, if you choose Express Debark (carrying your own luggage off), just be aware that you'll have to carry it down the stairs and, probably, through crowds of people to make your way to the debark line. If you don't mind that, then there's nothing stopping you. Those who choose Express Debark are some of the first people off the ship.

 

If you do choose Checked Luggage Debark, you'll have to pick up your debark zone tags from the designated area on the last night of the cruise. As someone else suggested, you can go to the debark talk in the main theater or it'll also repeat on your TV. If you do check your luggage for debark, and want an earlier debark time, it's good to get your zone tags as early as possible. I'm not mistaken, there's only a certain number of early zone tags and could be gone if you wait too long. You'll set your luggage outside your cabin the last night and it'll be picked up by the crew and taken to a staging area. On debarkation day, you leave according to your debark zone number and your luggage will be staged inside the terminal, separated according to those zones (but still a sea of luggage, no pun intended). Just pay attention to the debark information and you'll be fine.

Thank you for the help and not minding answering my questions!  I have no idea if it will be an issue carrying our stuff down. My concern is putting out our luggage the night before and having to pack whats left into my carryon . I am not sure it would fit. I can always put stuff back in my bag when i get to the airport...

Is it first come first serve on the debark zone tags? Is it a mad das to try and get the earliest? 

46 minutes ago, lasekeye said:

We always take our own luggage off the ship.

No luggage tags involved, no hunting for your bag in rows of bags.

 

Disembarking the Breeze in Port Canaveral was a “breeze”.  

If you haven’t cruised before, watch the daily Fun Times publication that’s delivered to your Stateroom every evening, it will notify you of  a “talk” held in the main theatre explaining the process & answering questions.

Then that final morning listen to the loud speaker broadcasts, telling you where to wait (lounges/theatre/buffet area — not your room ) & which deck is to be proceeding to the gangway to leave.  The decks aren’t always called in numerical order, so listen.  I don’t remember exactly how long it took us to get off, but it was awhile, we had a early afternoon flight so we weren’t too stressed.

 

If you take the Carnival shuttle bus, or any other shuttle..we used Go Canaveral, there is staff in the open area once you are off the ship & outside to help guide you to the proper loading area.

 

How crazy is it taking your own luggage?  I will look for the talks. So if you take your own luggage, they call you down by decks..? What about if you set up the night before? Do you get whatever is on your ticket called?

1 hour ago, BandBWCsmom said:

Port Canaveral - there is nothing really between the Port and the airport in Orlando to get lunch. I would just do the port transfer, relax and enjoy a lunch at the airport. You jump right onto 528 West from the cruise terminal and you'll be at Orlando airport within 45-1hour. 

 

We left our luggage outside of our room except one carry on when we sailed last fall. We were off the boat within a half hour.  They call the cabins by floor number to disembark. 

 

We are sailing the Breeze August 31st so i can tell you more after that specific to the Breeze itself. We were on the Liberty out of Port Canaveral last and so I assume is very similar. 

Originally we had a lot of time ..our flight didn't leave until 8pm so we thought about going into Disney Springs to get my Disney fix.  But I changed my flight and we now take off at 3pm. So am assuming that wouldn't be enough time. 

I had added this to my other post but felt like it didn't really belong there and would get buried.   I know I ask a lot of questions but first time cruising is a little overwhelming! I am sure once I go , I will understand the whole thing a lot better . I thank you all for helping me . .

I have no idea how to disembark. I have read that you can take your own luggage or put it out the night to have Carnival take your luggage. I am thinking I would rather deal with my luggage myself . I will be on the Breeze on the 11th deck.

1)How hard will it be for us to move our luggage ourselves?

2)When are we allowed to leave if grabbing our own luggage? Do I need a luggage tag?

3) Our ship docks at 8 am... typically how long does it take to get off the ship? I have a late afternoon flight and trying to figure out if I went to rent a car( so I can go get some lunch someplace before airport)  or just pay go port for a transfer.  

Im sorry.. I have another question. I am leaving soon so trying to make sure I understand everything . Disembarking.... I did read I could take my own luggage off . How hard is this? We will be on Deck 11 of the Breeze. 

OUr ship docks at 8 am. So I was just wondering how long it takes to get off the ship. I am trying to decide if I want to rent a car since my flight isn't until late afternoon and go get lunch somewhere( disney springs most likely) or if I want to just transfer straight to the airport.

I am a nervous flyer so don't like hanging at airports too long. 

One more regarding cash. How much is good to bring? We prepaid gratuities and are getting the Cheers program. 

We we plan on going to casino as well. Can you add money to your sail and sign and cash out in casino to avoid the $6 atm charge?

Just to be positive, if you don’t have Cheers and buy drinks... gratuity is already built in?

9 minutes ago, coevan said:

The Italian is full menu at night and a pasta bar in the day.

That’s good to know. More options during the day. 

3 minutes ago, bjfitz0703 said:

We try and board after cabins are open so in this way you can go and dump your stuff and get set up a bit.  When you do this you usually get on the ship quite quickly too.  Also we always eat prior to getting on the ship as Lido is a zoo.  Then we eat again too when less crowded.  Lots of options.  Each ship has its less crowded boarding eating places few seem to know about.  We just did Sunrise and few knew you could get included food in the Italian restaurant while boarding. Also few people at Guy's bbq place at embarkation.  All the above really makes the embarkation much more enjoyable.  

 

Can't answer the other Qs as never had connecting cabins nor have we been on the Breeze.

My check in time is 11:30-12:00

20 minutes ago, May1cruiser said:

 

 

Ohhh You can eat in the specialty restaurants for lunch and not pay the charge? I had no idea! Do they get crowded as well? I know the buffet  do.

Sorry more newbie questions lol.  

1)Where is is the best place to grab lunch on boarding day? I heard  the Lido is where everyone goes and it’s crowded. 

2)we have connecting cabins but the balconies don’t connect correct? We are in The Breeze.

3) What deck is the one where you can find loungers and the quieter hot tubs? 5?

4) Are there any other insider secrets for the Breeze?

2 hours ago, Organized Chaos said:

 

I'm not familiar with CPAP machines. Is its plug grounded? Meaning, does it have 3 prongs? If it does, then that means the extension cord you're using for it accepts a 3-pronged plug. In that case, you could use the 3-way adapter I showed in a previous post...

That one is a hard rubber, but they come in plastic and a few different plug configurations, too. So you could plug the CPAP extension cord into the wall outlet, then this 3-way adapter into that extension cord (nearest the bed). Then use this adapter for the CPAP and your second extension cord (a basic, run-of-the-mill cord would work fine) for your fan, hair dryer, curling iron, whatever.

Yes his c pap has a three pronged plug.  I haven't gotten the extension cord yet. But we have a few that accept three prong.  Ohhh you were saying plug this in to one of the extension cord plugs. I didn't know you could do that! I'm understanding now . That is a simpler way to do it. I have one of those in my cart on amazon but I wasn't sure you could plug into an extension cord with it. I have no idea what is a fire hazard or not. lol

According to my friend that lives there, she said it's very heated and there are plans for protests all week this week. But this coming Monday is supposed to be the largest one.  So who knows? 

Ahhh Thanks chengkp!!   Are the plugs really close together? I am using the european adapter as well. I saw this but was afraid it might be to wide?  There is also the Tessan one I have seen on this page but was unclear if surge or not. I just want to take something that is safe and will have the lowest percentage of being confiscated because security doesn't know any better

13 minutes ago, fyree39 said:

I think this whole thread is one big speculation.

I am the OP and I disagree that my question was speculation.  I was curious if Carnival re routes, what islands to they re route to

Thank you guys!!    Just to be sure I am doing the right thing and because I am getting a tad confused with what has surge and what doesnt.. I wanted to double check on the plug I am bringing.

I have our electronics taken care of with a usb with the european adapter.  But like I have stated, my husband has a cpap and I like a fan. We also hair dryers, curling irons, etc. 

I  know I can bring an extension cord for his cpap. I don't think his cord is to long on the cpap so I am trying to figure out how to use my fan on the other side .  So I have this plug and am wondering if it would work? Then I could bring a second extension cord.  Hair dryer wise.. I can easily just unplug the cpap when I am using it and directly use the plug. 

Bear in mind I have no idea how far the plug actually is from the bed since I have never been on a cruise. We are on the Breeze

46 minutes ago, AmBear said:

My guess, Anything long term, the cruise lines will add their private islands which will please most cruisers, and the cruise lines will save port fees!

Although I am looking forward to PR ... I wouldn’t complain if it meant Half Moon Cay!

So OP here. I am confused.  My stuff will not be plugged into directly to a usb port on the ship. It will be plugged into a usb 4 port hub by Anker which is plugged into a European Travel adapter type E to charge our electronics. This is dangerous to my info? Or just if you directly plug into the ships usb which I am on the Breeze so don't think I have one

I was just curious if they all have certain areas they reroute to. It’s my first cruise and we are going next week.

I know Royal Caribbean has been rerouting to Tortola. 

My my friend who lives in PR messaged me saying she isn’t sure about me being able to tour San Juan due to the protests. 

I was just curious where Carnival might reroute?

I’m using and anker  4 port usb hub plugged into my European adapter. Our phones and iPads should be ok? 

Im just figuring out which plug i want for the us or if just an extension cord... hubby needs extension cord for cpap though. Probably wouldn’t be nice to unplug it for my fan😂

19 minutes ago, coevan said:

 

 

Why, the receptors in the cabin are U.S. We use this and have your years, it's NOT surge protected even though it says it is:

https://www.homedepot.com/p/4-ft-6-Outlet-Power-Strip-Surge-Protector-with-45-Angle-Plug-YLPT-90/203353677 it's a simple power strip

I’m utilizing both outlets. I have a European adapter that I’m plugging my usb hub into specifically for electronics. Then for the us plug using an extension cord . This is for the cpap  , hair dryer etc. I may make it a multi plug so i can have two extension cords so I can use my fan.... maybe something like you suggested coevan

9 hours ago, wms99 said:

To add in, the USB plugs on some ships lamps won't handle the newer rapid charge devices. The phone will complain and say to plug in elsewhere.

As for the european adapters, we use one that has 2 usb outlets on it. But it gets hot with 2 devices plugged in so it's really just one extra usb plug. As for getting a small european 220vac to 120v adapter, beware. It changes the plug layout but it is still 220vAC. This is OK for some devices, and sudden death for others.

I was just going to get  the european adapter type E  that does not convert 

24 minutes ago, chengkp75 said:

Nope.  That is merely a circuit breaker, and most USB chargers have over-voltage protection, which some manufacturers claim to be surge protection, when it isn't.  Here's the best clue.  If the USB hub has a plug with only two prongs on it (most "pure" USB hubs are this way), then it can't be surge protected.  Most of Anker's "pure" USB devices (no power outlets, just USB) are not surge protected.

Perfect! Thank you!!!

3 hours ago, Essiesmom said:

You do NOT NEED surge protection on a ship.  In fact, it is forbidden.  Ships do not have power surges.  Just get one of these:

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-40W-4-Port-Wall-Charger/dp/B0773JHC6N/ref=sxbs_sxwds-deals?keywords=portable%2Bcharger&pd_rd_i=B0773JY6T2&pd_rd_r=8722e858-a136-4670-b061-b35a44f5e341&pd_rd_w=cmP9I&pd_rd_wg=bJQVo&pf_rd_p=8ea1b18a-72f9-4e02-9dad-007df8eca556&pf_rd_r=C2FYQT1T31ANHY2M0H46&qid=1563224961&s=gateway&smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&th=1

You did not read my post. I know I don’t need surge protection. I’m saying that the multi port hubs talk about safety systems ... which from other posts I read mean they Could be surge protected. 

I will check out the one you sent and see if it has any of the same wording. It says this:

Safe and Energy Efficient

Certified according to UL60950-1, the AmazonBasics USB Wall Charger features an internal safety switch for ultimate protection of connected mobile devices. In fact, the wall charger comes with multiple safety protections, from premium-grade components to strict testing and automatic shutoff function in case a short-circuit happens at the output. It also meets the latest DOE Level VI requirements for energy efficiency.

Does that mean it has surge protection?

So I had asked in a post before about charging and was told some awesome information. I thought I remembered being told that usb ports tend not to be surge protected.  We have a lot of people and lots of things to be plugged in and charged. 

I learned from Cheng which European adapter I can  use and had planned on using it for our USB hub. But everyone I find says something like this:   

• Certified Safe: Anker's MultiProtect safety system ensures complete protection for you and your devices.   

Does this mean it IS surge protected?  I was going to use the US plug with an extension cord for my husbands CPAP , hair dryers, curlers , etc.  I thought about getting a simple and cheap multi plug for that one but I think I need it to go up and down so I can use the European one as well.

Does anyone know of some usb hubs only that are not surge protected? I don't want to be a hazard on the ship. I found some old posts with suggestions but when I click on the link , it isn't there.

Does anyone have a picture of The Breeze plugs?  It would be helpful in choosing something.  I googled it but am never sure if it is a true picture on the Breeze.

Thanks so much guys!!