An impromptu video filmed in HD but compressing and zooming compromised the quality - my apologies. Of course the message is clear, THE SHIP DOES NOT WAIT! I felt bad for them, especially for the little girls in tow but truly nearly 4,000 guests managed to be on the ship on time. I don't know what circumstances led them to miss the ship. When that happens, hopefully you have your passports so you can head to the airport; if not, your first stop, I suppose, is the embassy to get documents in order then go to the airport. At the airport they could have flown to our next destination (Grand Cayman - the following day), Jamaica where we'd be the day after Cayman or fly back to the home port of Galveston and wait on their luggage. No matter what it's costly but at least make sure you have your passport with you if you leave the ship. SIDE NOTE: If you're late because of an excursion you purchased through the cruise line they ARE supposed to wait on you. All that said, the trip was amazing and so was the Carnival Magic! Can't wait to do it again! I hope this video helps you plan to be back on the ship on time if you've got a cruise in your future... or what might happen if you show up late.