How early can I board Irish Ferries?
How early can I board Irish Ferries? In general, the earliest you'll board with your vehicle will be 45 mins prior to the advised sailing time.
Do I have to book ferry in advance?
Should I buy ferry tickets in advance? Yes, we recommend that you book your ferry tickets in advance.
Is priority boarding on a ferry worth it?
Not only will you need to spend less time waiting to drive onto the ferry, but you will also be able to explore what is available on board before you are joined by the rest of the passengers.
Do you go through security on a ferry?
The Ferry ride is free. All passengers are required to comply with applicable U.S. Coast Guard Security Regulations regardless of which level they board from.
Do your bags get checked on a ferry?
Do you check in your luggage on ferries? No, there is no check-in procedure for luggage items.
What happens if I miss my ferry time?
If you are running late and are likely to miss your ferry, we suggest proceeding to the port to see if the ferry company will allow you to change the ticket to a different day or departure time. Keep in mind that if you do miss your ferry, the tickets are non-refundable.
Do I need to print my ferry ticket?
Some ferry companies allow you to board by simply showing your booking confirmation email, which includes your personal details and your reservation code. You can either show the email on your device (phone, tablet) or print it out and bring it with you.
How safe is Irish Ferries?
Irish Ferries operate to the highest safety standards, as set down by the International Maritime Organisation and monitored by the regulatory authority in each country. We advise all passengers to be aware of the on board Assembly Stations and to listen carefully to all announcements by the crew.
Can I stay in my car on a ferry?
All the Washington State ferries allow you to stay in your car. Being in a front car in bad weather can be interesting. All the car decks are open end to end, and the boats are double ended.
How do I get an earlier boarding group?
You can add Priority Boarding to your trip to get an earlier boarding group. If you add Premier Access to your trip you get Priority Boarding automatically and you get access to faster check-in and security lines.
How do you qualify for priority boarding?
Getting the top levels of priority boarding is reserved for the most frequent flyers, active military members and higher fare class. You can also board early by being an AAdvantage card member. However, if you prefer other airlines, look for other travel cards that offer priority boarding and compare your options.
Can I buy priority boarding after checking in?
Economy passengers, including those with basic economy fares, can purchase a priority boarding add-on to enter the plane with Group 4. You can't purchase this upgrade during the initial booking process, so you'll need to add it during check-in, online or at the airport.
Can you board before your group is called?
Often, airlines will invite active duty military to board early as well. But, what if they've already called your zone and you missed it? Schoenthal says it's then OK to go up to the front of the line. “But never do so before your boarding group is called,” she says.