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Frequently Asked Questions About Cruises 
Ports of callDo I have to get off the ship at each port of call? How do I get from the ship to the pier? Can I charge items to my shipboard account when I'm in port? Are there planned activities at ports of call? How do I find out what to do at ports of call? Is there full meal service on port days? Are meals paid for while I'm in port? Return to the main Cruise FAQs page Do I have to get off the ship at each port of call? No, you are never required to get off the ship. Some passengers prefer to spend the day onboard the ship, particularly when stopping at a port they’ve previously visited. Many ships have scheduled shipboard activities, even on port days. Top How do I get from the ship to the pier? Depending on the size of your ship and the port of call, you'll either dock right at the pier, or be shuttled into port via tender (free of charge). Top Can I charge items to my shipboard account when I'm in port? Shipboard accounts are for shipboard charges only. While in port, you can generally use a major credit card or traveler’s check for most purchases. Most ports also have ATMs and money exchange centers. Top Are there planned activities at ports of call? At each port of call, you have the option of booking a cruise line's shore excursions, or exploring on your own. All shore excursions can be booked at the ship's shore excursion desk. Of course, guests aren't required to get off the ship at all, and may prefer to spend a quiet day onboard. Top How do I find out what to do at ports of call? The best way to research port-of-call activities is by reading the port reviews on our region pages, or by checking the ship’s shore excursion offerings. We also suggest that you do a bit of independent research, either by searching the Internet or buying a respected guide book. Top Is there full meal service on port days? Yes, all ships have full meal service on both port and sea days. Top Are meals paid for while I'm in port? No, you must pay for your own meals while in port. One exception is when your ship is visiting the cruise line's private island (generally on Caribbean itineraries), during which time a beach buffet is generally served free-of-charge. Top Return to the main Cruise FAQs page |
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