{"id":3500,"date":"2021-05-29T11:12:01","date_gmt":"2021-05-29T01:12:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/?page_id=3500"},"modified":"2025-04-10T09:59:30","modified_gmt":"2025-04-10T06:59:30","slug":"embarkation","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/en\/manage-booking\/before-departure\/embarkation\/","title":{"rendered":"Cruise Embarkation"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-1 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-bottom:4%;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1476.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-0 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-1\"><p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Your check-in process begins at the check-in time shown on your cruise ticket. A dedicated check-in slot is assigned to you by default by MSC Cruises, but it could be changed during the web check-in, choosing from those available.<br \/>\nPlease note, if you arrive <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">before<\/span> your dedicated check-in slot opens you may be requested to wait outside of the terminal building. In the event you arrive <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">after<\/span> your dedicated check-in slot closes you may be denied embarkation. Check-in and boarding close 2 hours before the ship\u2019s departure.<br \/>\nThe ship\u2019s departure and arrival times shown on your ticket or in the MSC for ME app are estimated and might differ from those indicated, which is why it is essential you adhere to your check-in slot.<br \/>\nBefore arriving at the port, please ensure that all personal details shown on the embarkation form in your e-ticket are checked and correct. You will be required to show your embarkation form (on paper or digital version) or your personal QR code before boarding.<br \/>\nDon\u2019t forget\/leave your and your companions IDs and Visa (if required) in the hold luggage. Showing ID and Visa (if required) at the check in is mandatory.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\"><span style=\"color: #a2832e;\">MSC Yacht Club<\/span> : As an MSC Yacht Club guest, we welcome you with a bespoke check-in experience. As part of your exclusive privileges, you have the flexibility to check in at your convenience, aligned with the ship\u2019s operational schedule and at least 2 hours prior to the ship\u2019s departure. You will also be personally escorted by a butler to the Top Sail Lounge, where you will be greeted by the Concierge and start a relaxing holiday.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\" style=\"text-align: center;\">Be sure to also check our information on\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/en\/faq\/disembarkation\/\">disembarkation<\/a>\u00a0to ensure a smooth return home<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-fullwidth fullwidth-box fusion-builder-row-2 fusion-flex-container nonhundred-percent-fullwidth non-hundred-percent-height-scrolling\" style=\"--awb-border-radius-top-left:0px;--awb-border-radius-top-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-right:0px;--awb-border-radius-bottom-left:0px;--awb-padding-bottom:4%;--awb-flex-wrap:wrap;\" ><div class=\"fusion-builder-row fusion-row fusion-flex-align-items-flex-start fusion-flex-content-wrap\" style=\"max-width:1476.8px;margin-left: calc(-4% \/ 2 );margin-right: calc(-4% \/ 2 );\"><div class=\"fusion-layout-column fusion_builder_column fusion-builder-column-1 fusion_builder_column_1_1 1_1 fusion-flex-column\" style=\"--awb-bg-size:cover;--awb-width-large:100%;--awb-margin-top-large:0px;--awb-spacing-right-large:1.92%;--awb-margin-bottom-large:20px;--awb-spacing-left-large:1.92%;--awb-width-medium:100%;--awb-order-medium:0;--awb-spacing-right-medium:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-medium:1.92%;--awb-width-small:100%;--awb-order-small:0;--awb-spacing-right-small:1.92%;--awb-spacing-left-small:1.92%;\"><div class=\"fusion-column-wrapper fusion-column-has-shadow fusion-flex-justify-content-flex-start fusion-content-layout-column\"><div class=\"fusion-text fusion-text-2\"><h3 style=\"text-align: center;\">Useful Information<\/h3>\n<\/div><style type=\"text\/css\">.fusion-faqs-wrapper #accordian-1 .fusion-panel { border-color:var(--awb-color3); }.fusion-faqs-wrapper #accordian-1 .fusion-panel:hover{ border-color: var(--awb-color3); }.fusion-accordian #accordian-1 .panel-title a .fa-fusion-box:before{ font-size: 28px;width: 28px;}.fusion-accordian #accordian-1 .panel-title a .fa-fusion-box{ color: #ff690e;}.fusion-accordian #accordian-1.fusion-toggle-icon-right .fusion-toggle-heading{ margin-right: 46px;}.fusion-accordian  #accordian-1 .panel-title a{font-family:\"Open Sans\";font-style:normal;font-weight:700;}.fusion-accordian  #accordian-1 .panel-title a:not(:hover){}.fusion-accordian  #accordian-1 .toggle-content{font-family:\"Open Sans\";font-style:normal;font-weight:regular;}.fusion-accordian #accordian-1 .panel-title a:hover,.fusion-accordian #accordian-1 .panel-title a.hover { color: #db5502;}.fusion-faq-shortcode .fusion-accordian #accordian-1 .fusion-toggle-boxed-mode:hover .panel-title a { color: #db5502;}.fusion-accordian #accordian-1.fusion-toggle-icon-unboxed .panel-title a:hover .fa-fusion-box,.fusion-accordian #accordian-1.fusion-toggle-icon-unboxed .panel-title a.hover .fa-fusion-box { color: #db5502; }<\/style><div class=\"fusion-faq-shortcode\" style=\"\"><div class=\"fusion-faqs-wrapper\"><div class=\"accordian fusion-accordian\"><div class=\"panel-group  fusion-toggle-icon-right fusion-toggle-icon-unboxed\" id=\"accordian-1\"><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-faq-post fusion-faq-post-3507 embarkation \"><span class=\"entry-title rich-snippet-hidden\">At the terminal<\/span><span class=\"vcard rich-snippet-hidden\"><span class=\"fn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/en\/news\/author\/guruadmin\/\" title=\"Posts by GuruAdmin\" rel=\"author\">GuruAdmin<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2024-07-16T11:11:30+03:00<\/span><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 id=\"faq_1-3507\" class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed\" data-target=\"#collapse-1-3507\" href=\"#collapse-1-3507\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-main\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-sub\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">At the terminal<\/div><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"collapse-1-3507\" aria-labelledby=\"faq_1-3507\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content post-content\"><p dir=\"ltr\">1. Deliver your luggage to the designated staff, who will then have it sent directly to your cabin. All bags must be labelled beforehand with your name and surname, the name of the ship, the cabin number and the date and port of departure.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">Luggage will be delivered directly to the cabin. The expected delivery timeframe is from late afternoon through early evening. We recommend keeping any items needed for embarkation day and evening in your carry-on bag including clothes for the evening and any medications.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">2. Proceed to check-in area with all personal travel documents required for the cruise, show staff the embarkation form or your personal QR code either on your cruise ticket or via the MSC for Me app.<br \/>\nStaff will check your personal documents and they will take your security picture, if you have not already done so via the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/en\/on-board\/internet-apps\/msc-for-me\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">MSC for Me app<\/a>\u00a0or through the<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/www.msccruises.com\/int\/manage-booking\/web-check-in\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">web check-in<\/a>\u00a0(if available). Guests of the MSC Yacht Club will find an exclusive Check-In area and will be assisted with their luggage by the butler team at the terminal, who will escort them to the dedicated line for priority Check-In. On request, the butler will also unpack guests\u2019 suitcases.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #a2832e;\">MSC Yacht Club<\/span>: Upon arrival, as an MSC Yacht Club guest, you shall proceed to the MSC Yacht Club luggage drop off area (where available) identified with the MSC Yacht Club branded gazebo. While your luggage is processed, refreshments and snacks are available for you to enjoy in the designated MSC Yacht Club lounge. Following swift check-in procedures, our attentive butler team will ensure your seamless passage through security to the ship, where you will be escorted directly to the Top Sail Lounge. Your embarkation check-in time can be found on your cruise ticket. However, as an MSC Yacht Club guest, you have the flexibility to check in at your convenience, aligned with the ship\u2019s operational schedule and at least 2 hours prior to the ship\u2019s departure. Please note, actual ship timings may vary from the itinerary due to operational requirements such as adverse weather or local authorities&#8217; stipulations.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">3. Proceed to the security control. Please note that staff may search you and\/or your luggage and confiscate any articles that could represent a safety risk.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">4. Board the ship where staff will scan your embarkation form or your personal QR code and then proceed to your cabin..<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-panel panel-default fusion-faq-post fusion-faq-post-3509 embarkation \"><span class=\"entry-title rich-snippet-hidden\">On Board<\/span><span class=\"vcard rich-snippet-hidden\"><span class=\"fn\"><a href=\"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/en\/news\/author\/guruadmin\/\" title=\"Posts by GuruAdmin\" rel=\"author\">GuruAdmin<\/a><\/span><\/span><span class=\"updated rich-snippet-hidden\">2024-07-16T11:13:42+03:00<\/span><div class=\"panel-heading\"><h4 id=\"faq_1-3509\" class=\"panel-title toggle\"><a data-toggle=\"collapse\" class=\"collapsed\" data-target=\"#collapse-1-3509\" href=\"#collapse-1-3509\" aria-expanded=\"false\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-main\"><div class=\"fusion-toggle-icon-wrapper-sub\"><i class=\"fa-fusion-box active-icon awb-icon-minus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><i class=\"fa-fusion-box inactive-icon awb-icon-plus\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"fusion-toggle-heading\">On Board<\/div><\/a><\/h4><\/div><div id=\"collapse-1-3509\" aria-labelledby=\"faq_1-3509\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse\"><div class=\"panel-body toggle-content post-content\"><p dir=\"ltr\">5. Go to your cabin. You will find your Cruise card hanging on your door &#8211; it will serve as your cabin key, can also be used to pay for products and services on board. For MSC Yacht Club Guests, it is also used to access the MSC Yacht Club area. If your cabin is not yet ready, you may leave your belongings in the cabins and begin your on board purchases in the bars and restaurants.<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\"><span style=\"color: #a2832e;\">MSC Yacht Club:<\/span> As an MSC Yacht Club guest, you are personally escorted on board to the Top Sail Lounge. Here, our Concierge greets you and provides a brief introduction and personalized recommendations to enhance their cruise experience. While awaiting your suite, you can begin enjoying the exclusive private venues: sipping cocktails in the Top Sail Lounge or at the MSC Yacht Club Grill &amp; Bar outside, savoring your first gourmet lunch at the MSC Yacht Club restaurant, or relaxing by the One Pool, taking a refreshing dip, or sunbathing on one of our numerous sunbeds<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">6. Activate your Cruise Card for onboard purchases. (See the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/msccruises.co.il\/en\/manage-booking\/before-departure\/on-board-payment\/\">Onboard Payment<\/a>\u00a0section below for further information on how to do this.)<\/p>\n<p dir=\"ltr\">7. 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