Cruising Standby

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Scooterboy

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Has anybody out there ever cruised standby? I mean, have you ever walked up to the dock on the morning of a departure and gotten a great deal on a cruise because the cruise line wanted to sell an empty cabin? If so, I'd like to talk to you. I'm a travel writer researching a story on that subject -- getting a cabin for a rock-bottom price by buying on the day a ship leaves port. Please e-mail me or let me know how I can reach you by phone or e-mail. Even if you did this 10 years ago, I'd like to speak with you.
 
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Cruzman

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I met a couple on the Big Red Boat in 1999 that claimed that they did this on a regular basis and got some great deals. Since 9/11, I understand that one can no longer do this. Security requires several days to check out each passenger boarding, so one must book at least 72 hours ahead I am told.
 
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LHP

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Cruising Gal: That is a great idea. And as soon as they get an answer, I hope they will post it on the board for the rest of us to read. I am very interested...even if it is 72 hours before sailing. That would be such fun!!!
 
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Cruzmama59

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Cruzman,
I am curious, how does security check out each passenger several days before boarding?
I know you book thru either your travel agency or pvp and give all you information except you ss# and a picture ID.
Living here in Fla. all security checks are done at the seaport the day of sailing. In fact when you pull up on the bridge leading to the ships you are stopped and have to show your tickets and drivers ID. before they will let you pass thru.

Marilyn (Cruzmama59)


In fact the best way to get a last minute deal is either contacting the cruiseline or your t/a
 
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