sandancer Posted March 30, 2016 #1 Share Posted March 30, 2016 I called Cunard today to ask for a guide time for boarding our QV cruise in June from Southampton. The young lady I spoke to was less than helpful and would only reiterate that I would be given a boarding time on our Edocs. She says these will be emailed to us around 15 days before the cruise. This is not really helpful as I would like to arrange a car service to the port in advance. She told me we MUST stick to the time given to arrive. Can anyone give me any idea of the latest time we can board? Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiseluvva Posted March 30, 2016 #2 Share Posted March 30, 2016 (edited) The latest would usually be about 3.30pm. Edited March 30, 2016 by cruiseluvva Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandancer Posted March 30, 2016 Author #3 Share Posted March 30, 2016 Thanks. I was thinking about arriving at around 1.30. That looks doable and hopefully there won't be a long line for check in by then. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray66 Posted March 30, 2016 #4 Share Posted March 30, 2016 What deck are you on? After Grills and diamond and platinum have boarded, the times given on your ticket for boarding are usually from the top deck down. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandancer Posted March 30, 2016 Author #5 Share Posted March 30, 2016 We have booked a guarantee balcony so no idea yet which deck we will be on. We don't stress over getting on early so will be happy to board at whatever time they give, I just wanted to know so I could make plans for transport. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tampa Girl Posted April 1, 2016 #6 Share Posted April 1, 2016 We have a guarantee Princess - what are the usual boarding times for these suites? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray66 Posted April 1, 2016 #7 Share Posted April 1, 2016 We have a guarantee Princess - what are the usual boarding times for these suites? You'll be on first, most likely noon. Our last cruise we actually boarded before noon but were told our rooms weren't yet ready. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandancer Posted April 2, 2016 Author #8 Share Posted April 2, 2016 When I called Cunard they said to not arrive before noon but I expect they tell everyone that if boarding does not officially start until then. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray66 Posted April 2, 2016 #9 Share Posted April 2, 2016 Yes. Strictly speaking the only people who should arrive before noon should be Queens Grills, Princess Grills, Diamond and Platinum guests. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BigMac1953 Posted April 2, 2016 #10 Share Posted April 2, 2016 Yes. Strictly speaking the only people who should arrive before noon should be Queens Grills, Princess Grills, Diamond and Platinum guests. It used to be a bit of a free for all, with Diamond, Platinum, Queens & Princess Grills all mixed together. Last year at Ocean Terminal, QG had their own pen, as did PG. Diamond and Platinum waited in the main seating area, and that was the order pax were called forward. Stewart Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandancer Posted April 2, 2016 Author #11 Share Posted April 2, 2016 Thanks everyone. As we are lowly silver with Cunard we will arrive well after noon. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tampa Girl Posted April 7, 2016 #12 Share Posted April 7, 2016 Just got our cabin assignments and, for Princess Grill, it is 12:30. Yay! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimmybean Posted April 7, 2016 #13 Share Posted April 7, 2016 Thanks. I was thinking about arriving at around 1.30. That looks doable and hopefully there won't be a long line for check in by then. Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app If there is a queue, sandancer, expect your wait to be handled in a civilized manner. They hand out cards, when you enter the terminal, designating groups that will be called in order of arrival. There are plenty of chairs to assure you be comfortable, while you wait to be called. It really isn't stressful. Southampton personnel does a wonderful job. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ray66 Posted April 7, 2016 #14 Share Posted April 7, 2016 Just got our cabin assignments and, for Princess Grill, it is 12:30. Yay! Wonder why it's so late? They must have changed things again. We've never travelled Grills but ever since we became platinum, we've been given noon on our e-tickets. Last year we even boarded before noon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pennbank Posted April 8, 2016 #15 Share Posted April 8, 2016 It used to be a bit of a free for all, with Diamond, Platinum, Queens & Princess Grills all mixed together. Last year at Ocean Terminal, QG had their own pen, as did PG. Diamond and Platinum waited in the main seating area, and that was the order pax were called forward. Stewart It has changed last year, The Grills are now segregated from Diamond and Platinum CWC members who sit with the rest of the passengers however Diamond or Platinum receiving a Blue Coloured A or B card which is called first after the Grills have checked in. All The other passengers receive Red Cards. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sennen Posted April 8, 2016 #16 Share Posted April 8, 2016 We are slive and in January this year we had a 3pm time arrived at 1.15 in our cabin by 1.35pm never boarded a ship so fast. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SALAD MUNCHER Posted April 18, 2016 #17 Share Posted April 18, 2016 Wonder why it's so late? They must have changed things again. We've never travelled Grills but ever since we became platinum, we've been given noon on our e-tickets. Last year we even boarded before noon. We are in Queens in May and we've been given a 12.30 time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiseluvva Posted April 18, 2016 #18 Share Posted April 18, 2016 Yes, 12.30 for us (QG) on May 10th. Last September, we were on board by 11.30am, which was remarkable. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bkecky Posted April 18, 2016 #19 Share Posted April 18, 2016 We are in Queens in May and we've been given a 12.30 time! We have been given the same 12.30 embarkation (QG Diamond members) so maybe they have changed the earliest time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laktex Posted April 18, 2016 #20 Share Posted April 18, 2016 Just got our cabin assignments and, for Princess Grill, it is 12:30. Yay! Well you will want to get on and enjoy a proper lunch in the dining room. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sandancer Posted May 20, 2016 Author #21 Share Posted May 20, 2016 We now have our boarding time and it is 15.00. Ship departs at 16.30. We would like to be onboard for around for 14.00. How strict are they about making you wait until your allocated time? Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pennbank Posted May 20, 2016 #22 Share Posted May 20, 2016 We now have our boarding time and it is 15.00. Ship departs at 16.30. We would like to be onboard for around for 14.00. How strict are they about making you wait until your allocated time? Sent from my iPhone using Forums mobile app They will not turn you away, however they will want to see your Confirmation paper with allotted boarding time on. It depends on the day if you get to embark prior to that. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fee by the Sea Posted June 8, 2016 #23 Share Posted June 8, 2016 Hello. This in my first post so please be gentle. I'm taking my Mum who is 90 on her first ( and last) cruise as she has dementia . We are in Queens Grill cabins and have been told 12:30 embarkation. Should we turn up earlier due to her being in a wheelchair? For security or will 12:30 be ok?? Thanks 😃 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cruiseluvva Posted June 8, 2016 #24 Share Posted June 8, 2016 You can turn up earlier but it isn't usual to be boarded much before midday, so you may be waiting around for a time and only you know if this would distress your mother. If you request assistance, you will be checked in and boarded pretty quickly once check-in opens, so arrive at the most convenient time for you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
zider Posted June 9, 2016 #25 Share Posted June 9, 2016 Hello. This in my first post so please be gentle. I'm taking my Mum who is 90 on her first ( and last) cruise as she has dementia . We are in Queens Grill cabins and have been told 12:30 embarkation. Should we turn up earlier due to her being in a wheelchair? For security or will 12:30 be ok?? Thanks 😃 You have 2 points in your Favour, I you are Queens Grill & they are the 1st Group to board 2 Wheelchairs assistance also board just after Grills & Grills normally board at Noon So I would plan on boarding at noon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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