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Getting to Port

If you live close to your departure port, you may drive there, in which case you’ll need to determine where to park. Most cruise ports offer on-site options, although some may require an advance reservation,

Two passports placed side by side

Packing and Preparing for a Cruise

Once you book your cruise, you can generally sit back and relax until your sailing date, although there are a few things to keep in mind when it comes to preparing for your cruise.

Getting to Port

If you live close to your departure port, you may drive there, in which case you’ll need to determine where to park. Most cruise ports offer on-site options, although some may require an advance reservation,

Two passports placed side by side

Packing and Preparing for a Cruise

Once you book your cruise, you can generally sit back and relax until your sailing date, although there are a few things to keep in mind when it comes to preparing for your cruise.

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