Gamecock_Cruiser Posted April 28, 2015 #1 Share Posted April 28, 2015 We have never purchased FTTF. We have always got to the ports between 10:45-11:30 and been on board within 45 minutes. FTTF is available for our cruise in a few weeks. Will it be worth it for sailing out of Jacksonville and having to tender at HMC? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blessed3 Posted April 28, 2015 #2 Share Posted April 28, 2015 Thanks for asking this question because I would like to know myself since I'm cruising with my kids this summer. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topo Gigio Posted April 28, 2015 #3 Share Posted April 28, 2015 I don't think so. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lizardhowson Posted April 28, 2015 #4 Share Posted April 28, 2015 Honestly, you will get answers both pro and con - that's standard in these type threads. Only you can weigh what's important to you and make your own decision. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthomaniac Posted April 28, 2015 #5 Share Posted April 28, 2015 We got it for our cruises to HMC, to get into our room right away, and for the priority tendering. An extra hour on HMC is totally worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthomaniac Posted April 28, 2015 #6 Share Posted April 28, 2015 We got it for our cruises to HMC, to get into our room right away, and for the priority tendering. An extra hour on HMC is totally worth it. It was also nice to bypass the massive line at the desk the few times I needed something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out to sea! Posted April 28, 2015 #7 Share Posted April 28, 2015 I really don't get why people keep asking if FTTF is worth it. It's a personal decision that is different for each person. Read up on what it provides and see if those things matter to you. If they do, then it's worth it. If they don't, then it's not worth it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vitamin_Sea Posted April 28, 2015 #8 Share Posted April 28, 2015 Save your money friend... FTTF is not needed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Keys2Heaven Posted April 29, 2015 #9 Share Posted April 29, 2015 (edited) Save your money friend... FTTF is not needed Agreed 110%. Remember, these are marketing ploys designed to appease to the impatience of today's microwave society and, more importantly, separate you from your money! If you feel that you absolutely MUST have that extra hour, drop your bags off early, get in line first for the lido lunch buffet, skip the long lines at guest services (because you waited until the last minute), or whatever else this affords you, then GO FOR IT! Edited April 29, 2015 by Keys2Heaven Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare splash_in_the_water Posted April 29, 2015 #10 Share Posted April 29, 2015 just depends. You get on the boat earlier, but not a whole lot. 1/2 hour to an hour at most. Priority tendering, etc...this thread has some good info: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2199328 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vitamin_Sea Posted April 29, 2015 #11 Share Posted April 29, 2015 Agreed 110%. Remember, these are marketing ploys designed to appease to the impatience of today's microwave society and, more importantly, separate you from your money! ! Exactly....and 100% profit for CCL THey are always thinking of creative ways to extract more money from your pocket Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JAGheel Posted April 29, 2015 #12 Share Posted April 29, 2015 I'd say it's worth it if you have more than one tender port. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anthomaniac Posted April 29, 2015 #13 Share Posted April 29, 2015 If you feel that you absolutely MUST have that extra hour, drop your bags off early, get in line first for the lido lunch buffet, skip the long lines at guest services (because you waited until the last minute), or whatever else this affords you, then GO FOR IT! actually I didn't wait until the last minute, it was the middle of the cruise and there were about ten people in line. the passenger at the front of the line was still waiting when the two of us in the priority line were done and on our way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gypsywych Posted April 29, 2015 #14 Share Posted April 29, 2015 Having sailed out of Jax several times, and tendered at HMC and Great Stirrup Cay from the Fascination, I wouldn't waste the $50. Arrive at the port at 11am, there will be plenty of parking and plenty of people to check you in. You'll be on the ship by noon, eating or by the pool by 12:30. Tenders are plentiful at both private islands, so no worries there either. Have a great cruise! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gamecock_Cruiser Posted April 29, 2015 Author #15 Share Posted April 29, 2015 I know embarkation is a breeze at Jacksonville. We are bring our own drinks on board instead of buying bottomless bubbles. So being able to drop our drinks off would be a plus, but I think we will survive carrying them fo an hour. I looked and we arrive at HMC at 8am. I don't think I will be rushing trying to get off the boat at 8am. Thanks everyone for their tips ad advice on FTTF. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MNCruizer1 Posted April 29, 2015 #16 Share Posted April 29, 2015 It's really up to you...some people are very outspoken about it..not sure if they have ever tried it though. If it is worth it to you..it is NOT a waste of money..no matter what anyone else says. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CCCE2003 Posted April 29, 2015 #17 Share Posted April 29, 2015 We used it a few weeks ago out of Long Beach and now cannot imagine cruising without it. It was a definite perk and totally worth the $50. Priority check in, access to your room right away, priority line for guests services, priority tender, priority disembarking. Those are just some of the ways that we used the FTTF......but to each their own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Out to sea! Posted April 29, 2015 #18 Share Posted April 29, 2015 I know embarkation is a breeze at Jacksonville. We are bring our own drinks on board instead of buying bottomless bubbles. So being able to drop our drinks off would be a plus, but I think we will survive carrying them fo an hour. I looked and we arrive at HMC at 8am. I don't think I will be rushing trying to get off the boat at 8am. Thanks everyone for their tips ad advice on FTTF. You've obviously never been to HMC. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Topo Gigio Posted April 29, 2015 #19 Share Posted April 29, 2015 Buy some DOD with that money on HMC! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ObstructedView2 Posted April 29, 2015 #20 Share Posted April 29, 2015 (edited) Save your money friend... FTTF is not needed Limoguy, Good grief, you really dislike fttf! You constantly let it be known. Where's your picket sign? Give it a rest already.. :rolleyes: Edited April 29, 2015 by ObstructedView2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vitamin_Sea Posted April 29, 2015 #21 Share Posted April 29, 2015 Limoguy, Good grief, you really dislike fttf! You constantly let it be known. :rolleyes: You got it right. close your eyes if you dont like it :rolleyes: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CruizCuz Posted April 29, 2015 #22 Share Posted April 29, 2015 I have purchased FTTF twice and loved it each time. Every poster is correct in that it's a personal decision. We have traveled with kids, and many times there has been an issue in the game room, taking their money. GS has handled it for us quickly each time. I enjoyed the perk of the "short" line, especially when I wanted to be dancing, sunning or anything else while on the cruise, other than standing in line. ;) That said, I have never purchased it in Jacksonville. When we cruised out of Jacksonville previously, it wasn't available. I can't remember how soon we can arrive at port? We live in Jacksonville, so would like to begin our vacay earlier than later. When can we arrive, and how soon on the ship? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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