Cruise to the Edge 2024

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 wiz_d_kidd wrote:

 TheCaptain wrote:

I've been trying to go for years, and this will finally be the first time I'll go. Is there ever an issue of not being able to get into a concert because the venue is too packed?

Yes, for some venues.

For the main headline shows in the auditoriums, they admit you based on the badge you're given. Those with the proper badge are guaranteed seating. Only after the show starts, they let other people in if there are still seats available. 

For the smaller venues (the bars and nightclubs), they fill up fast. For popular artists, I've gotten there 15 minutes before the show, and it was already full, with no seating anywhere. For some of the lesser known artists, it's not so much of a problem.

The seating at the outdoor pool venue usually fills up fast, but I've still been able to find seating. When I couldn't, there is plenty of standing room on the outskirts and the surrounding balconies.

I advise making a plan of which shows you absolutely want to see, and get there in plenty of time to get seating. You may have to leave your current show early, or be prepared to stand. Shows overlap, so it takes some careful planning on how to jump from venue to venue, and when to do it.

Many bands perform two or three times, so if you miss them on one occasion, you still have a shot at another. Plan to see your "must see" bands on their first performance, so if you miss it, you still have other opportunities.

All that said, I think I only missed one or two shows because of lack of seating. But I enjoyed dozens of others, so my disappointment was minor. You'll have a great time!

Also, the ports-of-call are usually nothing to write home about. Stay on board and catch the bands. They don't stop playing just because you're in port, and they are the real reason you are on board!

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