Unlock vip treatment on your next cruise: get the scoop on celebrity cruises’ priority boarding

Yes, Celebrity Cruises offers priority boarding to certain categories of passengers. This exclusive service allows eligible guests to board the ship ahead of the general boarding process, ensuring a smoother and more efficient embarkation experience.

Who Qualifies for Priority Boarding?

Priority boarding is typically granted to the following categories of passengers:

• Elite members of Celebrity’s loyalty program (Captain’s Club)
• Guests with disabilities or special needs
• Families with young children
• Passengers with connecting flights or urgent travel arrangements

Types of Priority Boarding

Celebrity Cruises offers two types of priority boarding:

1. Concierge Class Boarding

• Available to guests in Concierge Class and above
• Allows boarding immediately after guests with disabilities or special needs

2. Priority Boarding

• Available to all other eligible guests
• Allows boarding after Concierge Class guests

How to Access Priority Boarding

Eligible guests will receive a priority boarding pass at the check-in counter. This pass will indicate the designated boarding time and group number. Passengers are requested to arrive at the boarding area at the specified time to avoid delays.

Benefits of Priority Boarding

Priority boarding offers several advantages, including:

• Reduced waiting time: Avoid long queues and embark the ship quickly and comfortably.
• Stress-free embarkation: Enjoy a hassle-free boarding process, allowing you to settle into your stateroom without unnecessary stress.
• More time to explore: Save valuable time by boarding early, leaving more time to explore the ship and its amenities.

Eligibility for Elite Status

To qualify for priority boarding as an elite member of Captain’s Club, you must have achieved a certain status level:

• Elite: Requires 100-499 points
• Elite Plus: Requires 500-999 points
• Elite Select: Requires 1,000 points or more

Points are earned based on the number of nights sailed and the type of stateroom booked.

Special Considerations

• Priority boarding is subject to availability and may vary depending on the ship and sailing date.
• Guests with disabilities or special needs may be allowed to board at any time, regardless of priority status.
• Celebrity Cruises reserves the right to modify or cancel priority boarding privileges at its discretion.

Finding Your Priority Boarding Group

Your priority boarding group will be indicated on your priority boarding pass. Groups are typically assigned in alphabetical order.

Questions You May Have

1. Can I purchase priority boarding if I am not eligible?
No, priority boarding is only available to eligible guests as outlined above.

2. How far in advance can I check in for priority boarding?
Check-in for priority boarding typically opens 24 hours before departure.

3. Is priority boarding available at all ports?
Priority boarding is generally available at most ports, but it is subject to local regulations and port conditions.

4. Can I bring my carry-on luggage on board during priority boarding?
Yes, you are permitted to bring your carry-on luggage on board during priority boarding.

5. What if I miss my priority boarding time?
If you miss your priority boarding time, you will be boarded with the general boarding group.