• Arrive at least 90 minutes before sailing time.

• Speed up the boarding process by submitting your passport number and other information online in advance.

• Want spa appointments or a seat in a reservations-only restaurant? Board early and go directly to the desk for each. (Note: Some ships allow you to prebook specialty restaurants online.)

• The busiest boarding time is 12-1 p.m., say local travel agents. Go slightly later to avoid the rush.

• Carry your own bags off the ship, and you're likely to make that early-morning office meeting.

-- JANE WOOLDRIDGE

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