19 Biggest Embarkation Day Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

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[@johnosland1870]

Stanley is my favorite intro I started doing it at work lmao …. It’s because I use a Stanley tape measure… hey pass me “stanley”🤣

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Lmbooo

[@brendaschenk9390]

My husband and I went on our first cruise on the 24 of June… just last week. We were on the Carnival Glory and had a fantastic time. Everything was smooth sailing. Our travel agent informed us of everything and watching your videos sealed it all. I’m ready for the next one!! I love watching the both of you❤

[@juliekm6495]

Amen! Take the Dramamine BEFORE you get on the ship!

[@APerfectPerception]

Yes. You'll regret it if you wait

[@SlimDaPyro]

That tip about the address and how you're getting there saved us. We drove into Charleston and what we did was a trial run to the port just to make sure. Had to watch a KZbin video on how to enter because the signs weren't as helpful.

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Yes Charleston is the only port I’ve been to that makes it so difficult

[@xavierhayes80]

Charleston port really had me about to turn around and drive back home to Wilmington I thought I would never make it to the cruise. 🤣

[@marissathomas9327]

Not me watching and hearing the tip about the address to port , and then realizing I have absolutely no idea where my port is in August but Orlando 😂 I was gonna be panicking come the day before lol

[@LifeWithUsTV]

😂😂😂

[@PamHill329]

And the port is actually in Port Canaveral..45 minutes away. Make sure you look up shuttle options vs uber/lyft!

[@shantakoa8596]

I don’t even have a cruise planned but I love y’all energy. Make it feel like I’m going on a cruise.

[@naomiedouobo7696]

I’m going on my first cruise in September and I’m sooo excited. I’ve been binge watching your videos! Love your content!

[@lovelya8371]

Once you cruise you will be addicted enjoy 🖤❤️🤍

[@angelaates4069]

Same!!! So looking forward to my September cruise!!

[@carolinagirl3110]

ENJOY!…I’m itching for another cruise….I’m ready for a Mediterranean cruise.

[@SportsBoss999]

Great stuff! Y'all have a great way of talking about the embarkation process and preparing us for what could go wrong if you don't follow proper procedures. I'm going on my 1st cruise in 10 days, and although I'm going with other people that are experienced at cruising, it's helpful to get your insights and to learn from your mistakes. Thanks for the great tips. I'm going to re-watch this in case I missed something. Love your passion and your genuine concern for everyone to have a great cruise.

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Our pleasure!

[@62play4]

Porters (longshoreman) is a 3rd party...... Carnival pays for them to be there ($75 an hour) so sure give them a tip but know they make $500 -$700 (in tips) plus their hourly wage a cruise!! In Miami they can make $2500 a week (in CASH)!!!

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Didn’t say they didn’t get paid. We said they don’t work for the cruise line. Yep tip tip tip regardless of their pay.

[@APerfectPerception]

Where did that info come from? $75 per hour

[@62play4]

@@APerfectPerception I have a few friends that are longshoreman!! They tried to get me in awhile back, but I was hard headed...... Yes they get paid WELL. $75 an hour is to start. And then the CASH TIPS when they work cruise ships!! They rotate every month. They work at the B-more port.

[@carolinagirl3110]

@@APerfectPerception😂 Exactly!….let me quit my Gubment job and go load bags.

[@APerfectPerception]

@@carolinagirl3110 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@blufaerie]

I’ve watched so many of y’all’s videos that you both feel like cousins! And your energy has me so hyped for my first cruise coming up! I downloaded the packing list and I’m all set! ❤

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Thank you 😊

[@MothaBoardPrez]

I just got back from my cruise on Freedom (it was rocky but fun) but your videos did prepare me for the onboarding process. If I may add, please Invest in a large, rolling suitcase…. … one of them ones that practically rolls itself. Roll your carry on or use a backpack. You will never regret not holding all them thousands of bags

[@cherireynolds7261]

First carnival cruise in September. I'm excited, can't wait

[@davartjones]

That's one thing the big C helped improve is the "Muster Drill".

[@patriciamcghee6368]

My family and I are taking a cruise in September. Some of us are first-timers, and I have been listening to you guys for information on what to bring. Thank you for all the information.

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Our pleasure!

[@tracisnow4897]

Absolutely adore both of you! I've been watching lots of videos as my husband and I are going with a group in November. We're super excited. We've been to all-inclusives in Mexico, but we're excited to go cruising to the Bahamas this year. Your tip videos are fantastic, and I love that you explain the why for everything. So many give tips, but they don't fully explain anything. It's a lot easier to remember things if we know the why. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences. ❤ you both!

[@miagordon8538]

I love y’all channel! Went to my first cruise in April 2024 TJFV. I’m hooked after that. Already booked for the conquest Thanksgiving 2024!

[@LifeWithUsTV]

That’s wassup

[@shamesekibby3775]

You guys never fail me yet. Happy Tuesday guys

[@jeremiahmcswain3392]

thanks again for the tips for first time cruisers which will be my first time going next year

[@happykitty1994]

We went on our first cruise a couple weeks ago and drove from VA to FL. I loved driving down the day before to have a beach day and relax, it was great not having to drive through the port traffic and take the shuttle, I will pack less and let the porters take my luggage on the ship for me next time 😅 and I wish I had left some water in the car for when we got back to it.

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Omgggg that’s a drive. Did it once and never again

[@Chuck90]

That 1st tip is so important…I told my cousin and my nephews to download the app and OF COURSE neither one of them did, and we ended up having to use my phone for EVERYTHING. That got old QUICK

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Oh my lol

[@1PrinceJay]

Number 10 and 12 is VERY IMPORTANT!!

[@afrobride0579]

Wow! Wish I saw your video before boarding the Celebration in July. Great info for new cruisers and returning cruisers!

[@harmandageorge9233]

Can you do a video on how to work and see the carnival hub app it’s self

[@LifewithAbrea]

Going on my second cruise in November these tips are still helpful

[@nettnettwarren1432]

😂 Love you guys! Such great info, even though I’ve cruised before. I’m still learning. 🎉❤

[@APerfectPerception]

Right🎉

[@everydaylifewithchacha]

11:57 I’m going to the muster every time 😂😂😂

[@madgeclarke6128]

.is my first time iam going and a cruise with my family thud weekend thsnk to u and u husband Lynette i learn a lot everyv thing u said i did it u are a bless ti me thank u again ❤️

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Have fun!

[@ralphandritashow4904]

Our last cruise somehow I’d left our boarding passes at home. Thankfully Hyatt had a business center and we were able to print them up.

[@carolinagirl3110]

WOW!

[@shantakoa8596]

Everyone going on there 1st cruise. Hope you enjoy ❤I am so ready for my next cruise. Cruise #5 hopefully one day.

[@justjessy0115]

I'm going on my 1st cruise this December. I prepaid my gratuities( I heard it was better than paying later), but I heard you should still give a tip to the cabin steward. i believe they're called? How much do you tip them on day 1 (when you 1st meet them) & do you tip them every day? If so, how much & what about on the last day (morning you're getting off ship)? How much then? I'm so confused when it comes to that.

[@tamraprice09]

I do so much enjoy every video y'all put out. 1 thing, I'm always inclined to invent a travel Leatherman for Stanley after hearing how much y'all carry. 😊

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Let’s do it 🥰 can’t take it traveling thou lol

[@evagoad1942]

I love watching y’all’s videos ❣️This is the best information my husband and I have gotten. We going on our first trip in February on the sunshine. I know it’s gonna be rocky so we got a balcony room in the middle of the ship. Going on a 6 day trip. Can I bring 2 suitcases and can it be the 24”?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Yep

[@evagoad1942]

Thank y’all ❣️

[@Triceydoesit]

This is me looking at my watch at 1 lololol my room gotta be ready now 😂😂😂 sneaks through door okay I promise I’ll stop lol

[@oceanman2504]

Just got off the Carnival Breeze, and It was my first cruise, and I had a ball ready to book my next one.

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Yassss!!

[@PrettyCourtt]

Can we get these first time cruise videos in a playlist 😊

[@LifeWithUsTV]

I thought they were honestly. KZbin may have deleted them in a update

[@APerfectPerception]

Yessssss. I have always come the day before. Even before I became an agent. I've seen some nightmares. 😢

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Exactly!!

[@lorinward3546]

Trying to go on my first cruise in November. Leaving from Norfolk VA. Flight leaves from New Orleans. Watching all your videos.

[@lostnmusic75]

Im addicted to your channel!

[@lostnmusic75]

I'm taking my first cruise out of galveston in January. I been trippin since I booked it. I need all yall help.

[@cloeyjane456]

I just purchased my cruise for July. Thanks for all the wonderful tips. I’m taking advantage of all tips. The only problem I have is my sister in law booked us through cruises only. Wondering if I’ll be able to book through Carnival Cruises fly.

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Unfortunately nope.

[@Smooch-Magazine]

Thank you for these tips!!!

[@jenniferhonaker9445]

Question for ya. With online check in. If you choose cash as your form of payment, do you need to go to guest services on embarkation day(yikes!) or is there an easier way to add? Thanks, y'all!

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Yes. That’s the only way if you intend to spend $$ on day 1.

[@natashamitchell8863]

WHEN IS THE BEST TIME TO CHOOSE TO BOARD?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

I say around 1pm

[@carolbrown6765]

My husband and I am thinking of taking last minute cruise from Charleston on the Sunshine…..good or bad idea?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Go for it

[@MissIndiee]

I have one small and one large luggage. Can I bring on my small luggage as well as a purse and just check my large bag?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Yes

[@porshialyde]

Dang I thought the sail away party was after they give us access to our rooms I wanted to shower and change into my sail away outfit 😂😂

[@joeym5355]

Hey Guys love your videos keep them coming . Do you guys still keep in touch with Kiki L haven’t seen her videos in a minute. Much Love take care

[@LifeWithUsTV]

I’ve been reaching out and nothing. I’m concerned as well.

[@magraha1]

What's your link so that I can get a discount next month in miami

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Description field 🥰

[@latricecrawford9992]

Hi! Thanks for your awesome videos and guidance! I’m leaving on carnival magic on Sunday. I don’t see the link to Lyft discount. Am i overlooking it? Thank you!

[@fatsandtre]

Good information 😀

[@christinewilson9404]

Do you give your carry on to the porters? First time sailing on Carnival in August.

[@LifeWithUsTV]

No. Carry on= carry it on

[@ralphandritashow4904]

If you do, make sure you have your boarding pass, medication and a change of clothes.

[@christinewilson9404]

The reason I asked is because Lynette mentioned you don’t want to drag your stuff around with you until your cabin is ready.

[@ralphandritashow4904]

@@christinewilson9404 - a backpack is easiest to lug around. If you have a roller suitcase someone will have to stay with it while you’re getting food or dancing. Rooms open at one so you may not have long to wait if you have later times.

[@jamaralgilchrist2384]

Great tips

[@carltonreleford241]

Hello I have a rookie cruiser question: When the ship docks at the port outside the US (Bahamas, etc), do you bring your passport with you to gain entry into the new country for your excursions, etc? Some people have told me to keep my passport locked in safe in my room, but how do I gain entry into a country outside the US from the ship without a passport on hand? Doesn't Customs stamp your passport once you leave the ship?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

You don’t have to. Listen for instructions on what to bring off of the ship.

[@Teresa-f5j1c]

I’m going on a cruise with my daughter and my sister that have kids under 17. Their fathers are not involved and birth certificates are involved. Some of the names are different on the birth certificate

[@edwardstrand165]

#TeamReplay.. Please have a safe holiday.

[@biancamarch7934]

I keep seeing videos with people saying to make reservations for shows and the roller coaster ahead of time. Is that done through the app and how early before the cruise can you do that? I don’t see anywhere in the app where I can do that. I am 33 days away from sailing. 23:04

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Only available once onboard

[@APerfectPerception]

Yesssss on the bullets. We went on a cruise in April and somebody was locked up in Grand Turks for 3 bullets on his person. No gun😢😢😢

[@sOuLjAgIrL918]

any videos or pics from the bolt?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Yes. Last years trip

[@evansross286]

Cruising on Dec 16/2024. When the best time to do online check inn

[@LifeWithUsTV]

You can do it 2 weeks prior to sailing

[@AstridGreystone]

I cant figure out where to go to board a carnival cruise thats in 4 days. Can someone please tell me what terminal to go to?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

We don’t know where you are going friend!

[@christirn9187]

Wow something looks different she looks great!

[@lostnmusic75]

How do i contact you? I have a question that is driving me nuts above my cruise.

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Thursdays live at 7pm est. If its specific to your booking/sailing you'd have to contact the cruiseline or your Travel Agent for specifics thou.

[@aliyahlashae4897]

Hey we are going to book a cruise but some of the dates is highlighted what does that mean

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Not sure what you mean

[@shantakoa8596]

Sail away just depends if I’m tired ❤

[@millzville2663]

@@shantakoa8596 right that nap once the rooms open be heaven

[@karismathis4432]

Going on the jubilee Saturday do I need 100 in ones for tips

[@victorbarrera9993]

I would say bring a lot of 1s and 5s, the more you tip the bartenders, the stronger the drinks are lol

[@karismathis4432]

@@victorbarrera9993 thank you

[@jennifereffler5996]

If we were to take our luggage with us vs giving to porter, are we able to take the luggage up to our room and just set the luggage outside of our room?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Nope. 👎🏿

[@jennifereffler5996]

Thank you

[@jennifereffler5996]

One more question.....Ginger Beer (which non alcohol)....do you know if allowed?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Yep you can bring that onboard 🥰

[@arleneallen7691]

I am.so excited 7/7/2024

[@803kane]

First cruise and we doing an 5 day

[@803kane]

Dec7-12

[@tamraprice09]

Now that someone did sit there and bring a washing machine, 😅 I have not heard y'all touch on laundry yet. Laundry services or a mat has to exist?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

We have

[@tamraprice09]

@@LifeWithUsTV I will find that information. 😀

[@LakeCupid]

They make announcements about the rooms are ready? I've never heard them before, hmm

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Yes every cruise

[@LakeCupid]

@@LifeWithUsTV oops. . Hehehehe

[@evansross286]

Hello y’all when can you check in on your phone

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Phone? You can’t. Check in is 2 weeks prior to sailing

[@samanthasantiago-tb2yl]

so i cant just drop my bag off by my room if i dont give my bags to the porter ?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Nope not until 1:30 when rooms open

[@samanthasantiago-tb2yl]

@@LifeWithUsTV oh ok . what if i didnt want to bring it in the room is it ok to leave it by the door. 🤥

[@LifeWithUsTV]

No

[@davidclmack]

I be watching these videos life I'm a fist timer.

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Lol

[@dagala73]

Omg! Me too. 😂

[@deannab1087]

I love yall lol❤😂

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Aww . Right back atcha

[@malikadavis6791]

Why a passport AND and ID?

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Port authority in different countries may ask for it to clear the gates. They tell you before leaving the ship.

[@shantakoa8596]

These cruise cost a lot of money. I wish I had a partner to go with. Oh well 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@ItsMeLearyB]

Wait a minute! You can have your clothes washed on the cruise!?!?!!

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Yup 👍🏾

[@ItsMeLearyB]

@@LifeWithUsTV i had no idea!! I gotta look into this!

[@lasvegassmoke4866]

Why do we still need to print boarding pass? We’re in 2024!

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Ayee ask them

[@cynthiajudkins2250]

Not a washing machine or my 🤦🏿‍♀️🤦🏿‍♀️🤦🏿‍♀️

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Lol

[@tiarrajohnson8500]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@makalahthompson4042]

I’m first!❤️

[@LifeWithUsTV]

Yes you are! 🥰

[@ShyrelleC]

the people who bought the washing machine....please tell me they weren't us

[@LifeWithUsTV]

And was 😂😂😂

[@bluecolorluv]

Please put your phone in airplane mode once you board so you won't accrue huge roaming fees.

[@lovelya8371]

❤️🤍🖤 good information “Leave ‘em alone 😂😂