Will the Cruise Ship Leave You?

By Alice Nichols

It’s a question many travelers have asked before. Will the cruise ship leave you behind?

The short answer is that it depends on the situation. Some cruise lines may leave passengers behind if they are late for boarding, while others may be more understanding and allow them to board the ship at a later time.

In most cases, if you’re late for your cruise, the cruise line will wait a few minutes for you to board. However, if you are extremely late (usually after 15 minutes) or don’t show up at all, then the cruise line has every right to leave without you. This is because the ship needs to get on its way in order to provide its scheduled services and activities.

The other factor that affects whether or not a cruise line will leave without you is their policy. Some lines may be more lenient when it comes to late arrivals while others may be strict in their policy of leaving without any passengers who are late. It’s best to check with your cruise line before setting sail as different policies can apply.

It’s also important to note that some airlines have agreements with certain cruise lines so that they can delay their departure time in order to accommodate passengers who have missed their flight due to delays or cancellations from the airline. If this applies to your situation, then it’s likely that your cruise will not leave without you.

Conclusion:

Overall, whether or not a cruise ship will leave without you depends on the individual circumstances of each case and the policies of each particular cruise line. It’s best to check with your cruise line ahead of time and ensure that you arrive on time so as not to risk being left behind!