CruiseDayGuide
PortMiami — your cruise day plan
Queen Elizabeth · Thursday, October 15, 2026
2 ADULTS
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01 · TERMINAL
Terminal D (Carnival, Holland America, Princess)
1435 N Cruise Blvd, Miami, FL 33132
Drop-off: Follow signs to Terminal D for Carnival, Holland America, Princess, or P&O cruises. Drop off luggage curbside with porters (tip $2-3 per bag). Multiple cruise lines share this terminal, so look for your specific cruise line's signage inside.
PARKING
Park in Garage D — affordable at $10/day short-term or $25/day for cruise duration. The garage connects to the terminal via covered walkway.
Sails 5:00 PM · Official schedule · Verified Sep 6, 2026
02 · BOARD
Boarding: Most cruise lines assign an arrival window during online check-in — set yours as soon as check-in opens, since the best slots go first. Don't arrive before your window opens: terminals typically hold early arrivals outside, so getting there early buys you nothing. Experienced cruisers most often point to early afternoon, once the first rush has cleared, as the smoothest time to walk in. Follow the check-in instructions your cruise line sends you — they always take priority over general guidance.
- □ Keep your ID, boarding documents, and medication in your carry-on Checked bags may not reach your cabin until later in the day.
- □ Use the arrival time printed in your boarding documents Your cruise line's current documents are the source of truth for check-in.
- □ Keep one small day bag with anything you need before your cabin is ready You may board before cabins and checked luggage are available.