How Do You Put a Luggage Tag on a Cruise Ship?

By Michael Ferguson

When you are preparing for a cruise, it is important to know how to properly attach luggage tags to your luggage. Cruise ships require that all passengers tag their bags with their stateroom information so that the staff on board can identify and deliver the bags to the right rooms. Without the proper tags, your luggage may be delayed, misplaced or even lost!

The first step in tagging your bags is to obtain one or more luggage tags from your cruise line. Many cruise lines provide free tags when you book a cruise, but you can also purchase them separately if needed. Once you have obtained enough tags for all of your bags, it is time to fill them out with your pertinent information.

For each tag, make sure to include the following: Your name and stateroom number.

Additionally, some cruise lines may require you to include a phone number and/or email address as well. Once everything is filled out correctly and legibly, attach the tag with a durable string or plastic strap.

Make sure that the tag is securely fastened so it will not get lost in transit. It’s also important that the strap not be too tight; otherwise it could damage or tear through the material of your bag during transport.

Once all of your bags are tagged, they should then be checked in at the port prior to boarding. This will allow staff at the port to scan each bag and match up their contents with their respective passenger’s information.

Conclusion:
Putting a luggage tag on a cruise ship can seem daunting at first but it doesn’t have to be! Following these steps will ensure that your bags are safely transported and quickly delivered to your stateroom upon arrival. By obtaining tags from your cruise line beforehand, filling them out correctly and attaching them securely with durable straps or string, you can avoid any potential confusion or delay upon boarding!