What do I need to prepare for my cruise?

Review passage conditions enclosed in your ticket wallet.
Check your booking and ensure the following details are correct. If not, advise your Travel Agent immediately:

Arrange a travel insurance policy.
Advise us in writing of any medical condition/disabilities you have that require assistance.
Verify whether any vaccinations are required for your cruise.
Make sure your passport is valid 6 months beyond the date of travel and that you have photo identification.
Provide special dietary requirements in advance.
Reserve your shore tours.
Pack any medicine and medical devices that you may need.
Give friends and family info on how to reach you at sea.

Your Cruise Handbook

Our free Cruise Personaliser lets you update your pre-cruise information and see a summary of your booking at a glance.

Above-water hull: The hull section of a vessel above waterline, the visible part of a ship. Also, topsides.
Abaft: Toward the stern, relative to some object ("abaft the fore hatch").
Abandon ship!: An imperative to leave the vessel immediately, usually in the face of some imminent danger.
Bear down: Turn away from the wind, often with reference to a transit.
Fast: Fastened or held firmly (fast aground: stuck on the seabed; made fast: tied securely).
Fender: An air or foam filled bumper used in boating to keep boats from banging into docks or each other.
Handsomely: Gradually, as "lower handsomely".
Gunnel: The large plank that runs along the upper part of a ship's side.
Shallow, not deep.: Shoal
Fresh away: When your ship increases its velocity.

Find answers to all your questions.

What payment options do I have to pay for my cruise?: Accepted payment methods include; cash, cheque, direct bank deposit and selected credit cards (1% surcharge applies). More info here.
Once onboard, how do I pay for extra items?: Multiple ways of purchasing goods onboard are available to you - from Credit Cards to cash. More info here.
I have kids. What facilities do you have for children?: Qualified staff run a great choice of awesome activities for kids of all ages, giving you the option to spend the day child-free. Here's how it works.
What's actually included in the cruise price?: Accommodation, all main meals, entertainment and use of facilities such as swimming pools, gym, spas, table tennis, children's centres (excluding late night group child-minding) and library are all included in your cruise package.
What are the different types of cabins available? What's the difference between them?: Choose from outstanding balcony cabins with ocean views, great-value internal cabins, 4-berth options to share with family or friends or outside cabins with windows. Click here for more information.

For the answers to many other questions check out our Frequently Asked Questions

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