Embarkation in Southampton

[icecake]

We are sailing on the Queen Mary 2 to New York from Southampton on the 5th of November. What is the earliest time we would be allowed to board?

Is there a waiting area where I can sit whilst awaiting wheel-chair assistance in boarding? Any other info or advice would be appreciated as we have never sailed from Southampton.

[ged1967]

We sailed QM2 last December. Got to the port around midday. Got a seat easy as check in wasn't open. It may have been open for top tier and assistance pax.

 

Sat maybe 30/40 mins then straight to security then onto ship.

[pepperrn]

We are sailing on the Queen Mary 2 to New York from Southampton on the 5th of November. What is the earliest time we would be allowed to board? Is there a waiting area where I can sit whilst awaiting wheel-chair assistance in boarding? Any other info or advice would be appreciated as we have never sailed from Southampton.

Hi icecake,

 

Currently QM2 is scheduled to use the Ocean Terminal for your Crossing.

 

Usually boarding starts around midday, or shortly thereafter. They'll begin with priority passengers.

For those waiting, there are large seating areas and a small coffee shop.

 

There are some photos of the modern Ocean Terminal, including interior shots, and QM2 waiting to leave, via this link:

 

 

There is a lift/elevator to take you to the check-in floor.

The photos were taken before they increased the seating spaces, and improved the security area, but it will give you an idea of what to expect. I hope the photos help.

 

Please ask if you've further questions. Bon Voyage, have a wonderful Crossing :)

Edited September 17, 2016 by pepperrn

[zider]

Have you told Cunard that you are a Wheelchair user & require assistance in boarding if you have then you will board just after the Grills & Diamond passengers so you could be onboard by 12.15

[jimmybean]

In our experience, there is typically a rush of people coming to board at noontime. Nonetheless, we have found the process to be well-organized and artfully orchestrated by terminal staff.

 

Print your boarding pass and have your passport and credit card handy.

 

Then, have a most wonderful voyage!

 

Jimmybean

[Number34]

My ticket has a time on it. I had assumed that there was no point in being early. Am I wrong?

[Host Hattie]

We generally stick to the time on our tickets, there is a chance you will have to wait if you arrive early.