--- title: "Embarkation Day… Quick Start Checklist" url: "https://replicatethemagic.com/travel/embarkation-day-quick-start-checklist/" lang: "en" type: "post" description: "Welcome aboard Star of the Seas. Use this fast checklist to sail through day one without missing key steps. We cover app check in, documents, bag strategy, eMuster safety, reservations, and those first food choices. Links point to official Royal Caribbean pages so you can confirm details for your sailing." last_modified: "2026-05-22T06:13:54+00:00" categories: [Travel] tags: [Checklist, Cruise, Cruises, Embarkation, Guide, Magic, Replicate, Seas, Star, The] custom_fields: mvp_post_template: "global" mvp_featured_image: "show" mvp_post_gallery: "hide" post_views_count: 17 --- # Embarkation Day… Quick Start Checklist ## Key Takeaways - **Check in in the Royal app** starting **45 days** before sailing. Scan passports, take security photos, and pick an arrival time. Official guidance: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/when-can-i-check-in-with-the-app](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/when-can-i-check-in-with-the-app) - **Arrive within your time window** and be checked in **at least 90 minutes before** departure. Details: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/online-checkin-boarding-pass-completion](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/online-checkin-boarding-pass-completion) - **Complete the eMuster safety briefing** on your phone or stateroom TV, then stop by your assembly station before sail away. Overview: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/guides/what-is-muster-drill-on-a-cruise](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/guides/what-is-muster-drill-on-a-cruise) and [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/muster-drill-onboard-safety](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/muster-drill-onboard-safety) - **Know the bag and alcohol rules**. One sealed **750 ml** wine or champagne per drinking age guest is allowed on embarkation day. Policy: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/food-drink-onboard-policy](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/food-drink-onboard-policy) - **Port Canaveral terminals vary**. Check your documents and signs. Port map: [https://www.portcanaveral.com/cruise/directions-parking/cruise-terminal-map](https://www.portcanaveral.com/cruise/directions-parking/cruise-terminal-map) > **Niko’s Note 🐾** Screenshot your mobile SetSail pass and save it to Wallet. Keep passports and meds in your carry on. ## The Night Before - Open the **Royal Caribbean app** and confirm check in is complete for every guest. Pick the **earliest arrival time** you can make. App window opens **45 days** before sailing: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/when-can-i-check-in-with-the-app](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/when-can-i-check-in-with-the-app) - Tag your checked luggage. Keep **passports, medications, electronics, swimsuits, and wine** in carry on bags. - Re read the **alcohol policy** and **prohibited items**. Wine rule and details here: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/onboard-alcohol-guest-policy](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/onboard-alcohol-guest-policy) ## Carry On Packing List - Passports and printed or mobile **SetSail** passes - Medications and health items - Phones, chargers, AirTags, camera - Swimsuits and flip flops for pool time before cabins open - Light sweater… terminals can be cold - One or two reusable water bottles - Allowed wine or champagne… **one 750 ml bottle per drinking age guest** - Small day bag for muster stop and lunch ## Getting to Port Canaveral - Verify your **terminal number** the week of sailing. Royal uses several… **CT1, CT5, CT6**. Best source for directions and parking: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/driving-directions-port-orlando-canaveral-florida](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/driving-directions-port-orlando-canaveral-florida) and the port map: [https://www.portcanaveral.com/cruise/directions-parking/cruise-terminal-map](https://www.portcanaveral.com/cruise/directions-parking/cruise-terminal-map) - Aim to arrive **within your selected time**. Royal asks guests to be fully checked in **no later than 90 minutes** before departure: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/online-checkin-boarding-pass-completion](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/online-checkin-boarding-pass-completion) ## Terminal to Ship… Quick Flow - **Bags** to the porter. Keep carry ons with you. - **Security** screening. Wine bottles must be sealed. - **Check in** desk or straight to the gangway if your app shows “Expedited Arrival.” - **Board** and head to the **Royal Promenade** on Deck 5. > **Tip** If your cabin is not ready yet… grab lunch and explore. Watch the app for the room ready alert. ## First Hour Onboard - **Do eMuster**… open the Safety tile in the app, watch the video, listen to the horn, then visit your **assembly station** for a quick scan. How it works: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/guides/what-is-muster-drill-on-a-cruise](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/guides/what-is-muster-drill-on-a-cruise) and visual explainer: [https://www.royalcaribbeanpresscenter.com/infographic/64/muster-20trade/](https://www.royalcaribbeanpresscenter.com/infographic/64/muster-20trade/) - **Lunch choices** **Pearl Café** for grab and go 24 hours: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/cruise-dining/pearl-cafe](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/cruise-dining/pearl-cafe) - **AquaDome Market** food hall: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/cruise-dining/aquadome-market](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/cruise-dining/aquadome-market) - **Park Café** in Central Park for salads and paninis: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/cruise-dining/park-cafe](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/cruise-dining/park-cafe) - **Reserve shows** in the app… AquaDome and ice shows go quickly. - **Register kids** at **Adventure Ocean** and find **Social 020** for teens. Overview: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/experience/cruises-for-kids-and-teens](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/experience/cruises-for-kids-and-teens) ## Tech and Wi Fi - Buy or activate **VOOM** packages if you did not pre purchase. Options and info: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/booked/cruise-ship-wifi](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/booked/cruise-ship-wifi) and FAQ: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/topics/onboard-internet-device-service](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/topics/onboard-internet-device-service) - Connect devices and set **Airline Mode** with Wi Fi on. - Download any show reservations and maps for offline viewing. ## Dining and Drinks - **My Time** or **Traditional** dining… confirm your selection and table in the app. - Book one **specialty dinner** on a sea day to avoid port day rush. - If you brought wine… plan where to enjoy it. Corkage may apply in restaurants. Policy reminder: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/onboard-alcohol-guest-policy](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/onboard-alcohol-guest-policy) ## Cabin Ready… Quick Setup - Place **tracking tags** in bags and valuables in the safe. - Hang a few outfits to reduce wrinkles. - Set a **family meetup spot**… Surfside bench or a Royal Promenade landmark. - Review tomorrow’s **port arrival** time and breakfast plan. > **Niko’s Note 🐾** Take ten minutes to walk Decks 5, 6, and 7. You will find short cuts that save time all week. ## Printable Embarkation Checklist - App check in complete for every guest - Arrival time selected and transport confirmed - Luggage tagged… carry on packed with essentials - Wine packed within policy… passports in carry on - eMuster video watched and horn listened… station check in done - Show reservations booked in app - Kids registered at Adventure Ocean… teens know where Social 020 is - VOOM plan purchased or activated - First night dinner plan set… specialty or Main Dining Room - Family meetup spot set… muster map understood ## FAQ **When do cabins typically open** Early afternoon varies by sailing. The app will notify you when staterooms open. **Do I have to complete eMuster before sail away** Yes. All guests must complete the safety briefing and check in at their assembly station before the ship can depart. Overview: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/muster-drill-onboard-safety](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/muster-drill-onboard-safety) **How early can I check in** App check in typically opens **45 days** before sailing and stays open until the morning of departure. Details: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/when-can-i-check-in-with-the-app](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/when-can-i-check-in-with-the-app) and [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/online-checkin-boarding-pass-completion](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/online-checkin-boarding-pass-completion) **How much alcohol can I bring** One sealed **750 ml** bottle of wine or champagne per drinking age guest on embarkation day. No beer or liquor. Policy: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/food-drink-onboard-policy](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/food-drink-onboard-policy) ## Sources - **Muster 2.0 and eMuster** overview and how to: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/guides/what-is-muster-drill-on-a-cruise](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/guides/what-is-muster-drill-on-a-cruise) · [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/muster-drill-onboard-safety](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/muster-drill-onboard-safety) · press center visual: [https://www.royalcaribbeanpresscenter.com/infographic/64/muster-20trade/](https://www.royalcaribbeanpresscenter.com/infographic/64/muster-20trade/) - **App check in** timing and process: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/when-can-i-check-in-with-the-app](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/when-can-i-check-in-with-the-app) · [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/online-checkin-boarding-pass-completion](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/online-checkin-boarding-pass-completion) · step by step guide: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/sgp/en/faq/questions/do-you-have-a-step-by-step-guide-to-check-in-online](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/sgp/en/faq/questions/do-you-have-a-step-by-step-guide-to-check-in-online) - **Alcohol policy** and carry on rules: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/food-drink-onboard-policy](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/food-drink-onboard-policy) · [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/onboard-alcohol-guest-policy](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/onboard-alcohol-guest-policy) - **VOOM internet** overview and FAQ: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/booked/cruise-ship-wifi](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/booked/cruise-ship-wifi) · [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/topics/onboard-internet-device-service](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/topics/onboard-internet-device-service) - **Port Canaveral** directions and terminals plus port map: [https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/driving-directions-port-orlando-canaveral-florida](https://www.royalcaribbean.com/faq/questions/driving-directions-port-orlando-canaveral-florida) · [https://www.portcanaveral.com/cruise/directions-parking/cruise-terminal-map](https://www.portcanaveral.com/cruise/directions-parking/cruise-terminal-map)