CTOM Posted June 24, 2017 #1 Share Posted June 24, 2017 So our cruise departs from Whittier, Alaska, on Princess at 8:30 on a Sunday night. First time cruiser here, wondering about what time boarding might open. We'd like to go from Anchorage to Whittier the day before and spend the night at a Whittier hotel, just so we can avoid all the people coming in from Anchorage on the day of. We hear those shuttle buses can be crowded and overwhelming. So we'll be in Whittier already, and can board as soon as it opens. And I understand that we can check in, but the room won't be ready? So the options are to wheel our luggage around for a few hours (a small, carryon wheeled suitcase, so it's not a problem at all to keep with us), or drop them off and they'll be sent to our room later? Personally, I prefer to just wheel it around so it doesn't get lost, even if I have to wheel it into someplace while we eat/wait for our room. Is this allowed, or do they REQUIRE you to check small wheeled bags? Thanks for any tips, or feel free to send me to the proper forum if I'm in the wrong area. We appreciate the help. Such an informative web site so far! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paul929207 Posted June 25, 2017 #2 Share Posted June 25, 2017 We took the Princess shuttle from our hotel in Anchorage. I think we got to the ship about 12:30pm. our cabin was ready when we boarded. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cb at sea Posted June 25, 2017 #3 Share Posted June 25, 2017 Princess has the cabins ready sooner than most. Don't lug ALL your stuff yourself. Give the big stuff to the porters, and let them deliver to you. Only keep what you need for the next couple hours...and keep ALL your valuables...money, electronics, Rx's, etc..... NEVER, EVER check those items! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Essiesmom Posted June 25, 2017 #4 Share Posted June 25, 2017 I suggest you go over to the Alaska board here, under Ports of Call. Ask about hotels in Whittier. It is a very small town with very limited lodging and dining. Also, how are you planning to get there? Check in will probably start about 11am although you can probably drop off your checked bags sooner. They will not begin boarding until the cabins are ready. EM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CTOM Posted June 25, 2017 Author #5 Share Posted June 25, 2017 We took the Princess shuttle from our hotel in Anchorage. I think we got to the ship about 12:30pm. our cabin was ready when we boarded. Thank you. So arriving at 12:30 is plenty of time for the 8:30 departure. Perhaps taking the Princess Shuttle is the way to go after all, and we won't need to spend the previous night in Whittier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kartgv Posted June 25, 2017 #6 Share Posted June 25, 2017 If your wheeled bag will fit through the scanners at the airport, it will fit through the very similar scanners at the pier, so you can keep it with you. If it doesn't fit through, you'll need to give it to the porters at the pier. Enjoy your first cruise - Princess through Alaska is spectacular. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Essiesmom Posted June 25, 2017 #7 Share Posted June 25, 2017 The Princess shuttle is a nice ride. You will get a narration from the driver about the sights you are passing. EM Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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