Preparing for your Cruise

Cruise Packing Lists

• Cruise Packing List | Everything you need to pack for your cruise to the Caribbean and Mexico
• Cruise Packing List | Everything you need to pack for your cruise to Alaska
• Cruise Packing List | Everything you need to pack for your cruise to the Mediterranean
• Cruise Packing List | Everything you need to pack for your cruise to Canada and New England
• Cruise Packing List | Everything you need to pack for your cruise to Northern Europe
• Resort Packing List | Everything you need to pack for your Resort Vacation

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Cruise Line Pre-Registration & Boarding Information

• What can I expect when boarding my cruise?
• What information is required when pre-registering with the cruise line?
• How do I pre-register with the cruise line?

Life on board

• How do I make my cruise an all inclusive vacation?
• Are there medical services on board a cruise ship?
• What activities are available on a cruise for toddlers, children, and teens?
• Are there laundry services on board a cruise?
• Are there ATMs on board a cruise?
• Do I need to take a tender boat to get to my visiting cruise port?

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Travel documents

• Do I need a REAL ID to travel on a cruise?
• What documentation is required for non-U.S. cruise travel?
• Do I need a passport to go on a cruise?
• How should I provide my name when booking my cruise?
• How can I get a passport for my cruise?
• Do I need a Visa to cruise?

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Transportation & Transfers

• Florida (US) Ports
• East Coast (US) Ports
• West Coast (US) Ports
• Gulf of Mexico (US) Ports
• Non-United States Ports
• What does it mean if my cruise is tendered in port?

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Shore Excursions

• When should I book my shore excursions?
• When will I receive confirmation for shore excursions booked through American Forces Travel?
• How do I book shore excursions through American Forces Travel?

Post Booking Changes to my Cruise

• If I see a reduced price on my sailing will it apply to my cruise reservation?
• How will I know if there are changes to my cruise itinerary?
• Can I add additional guests to my room after my cruise reservation is confirmed?

What to Do if there is a Travel Advisory

• Hurricane Idalia Travel Advisory
• What should I do if there is a weather event such as a hurricane or tropical storm predicted at the time of my cruise?
• What should I do if my cruise sailing is cancelled due to a weather event such as a hurricane or tropical storm?
• How will I know if my cruise is impacted by a weather event such as a hurricane or tropical storm?