Port Miami - Check in arrival

[Reigert2008]

So, our party of 7 will be going out of Port Miami and we are trying to figure out the timing of things.  From "best estimates" it will take about hour to go from our hotel in Fort Lauderdale to the port.  Since we know we have to adhere to the check in time of 1:00 to 1:30 PM, we plan to be picked up between 11:45 AM and noon, to allow for any hiccups along the way and to make sure we are there by 1:30 PM.

Should our ride arrive early, where do we get to "stand and wait"?  Is there a place?  We picked the earliest check in time offered to us, but not sure if any check in times were earlier.  

Any knowledge is greatly appreciated.  Thanks!

 

 

[JimnKathy]

Upon arriving a little early for embarkation, Matt had mentioned that he was told to go back and wait in his car until his arrival time.

Probably worth a call and/or email to RCL a few days prior to your sailing to verify the latest protocols...I definitely plan on doing this prior to our cruise coming up in September.

Happy sailing!  

[Reigert2008]

27 minutes ago, JimnKathy said:

Upon arriving a little early for embarkation, Matt had mentioned that he was told to go back and wait in his car until his arrival time.

Probably worth a call and/or email to RCL a few days prior to your sailing to verify the latest protocols...I definitely plan on doing this prior to our cruise coming up in September.

Happy sailing!  

Thanks!  We have to thread that line of not being early, but also not missing the window. 

[JimnKathy]

Sounds like a plan.

We've Ubered from Ft. Lauderdale to the Port of Miami before...it takes slightly under an hour given lighter Saturday morning traffic and you should be in great shape leaving around 11:45 or so. 

[AlmondFarmer]

There is some shade outside of Terminal A in the event you arrive before being allowed inside.