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Today's
cruise ships have it all. From complete health spa services to fabulous
fine art auctions, your vacation can be a floating cultural retreat,
shopping bonanza, or simply a way to pamper and reward yourself.
Internet Cafés
Newer ships have built-in Internet access in staterooms for laptop
carrying passengers. Most ships now offer some sort of Internet access,
generally near the library. Rates vary widely, with some lines offering a
weekly rate for frequent users. Since access is via satellite, service is
still not very reliable and can be very slow, increasing per-minute fees.
Boutiques
On Board Duty-free treasures from around the world await you in duty-free
boutiques -exquisite fine jewelry, exotic cruise-wear, designer
fragrances, porcelain collectibles -toothpaste, too, in case you forgot.
There's also a fine selection of duty-free liquor available for sale
during your cruise, available for your trip home and for passenger pickup
on the last day the boutiques are open. For those passengers who wish to
purchase liquor on board for consumption in their stateroom during the
course of the cruise, a selection is listed in the stateroom information
portfolio. Please ask your stateroom steward for details and they will be
pleased to assist.
Group Services
For group travel, a number of onboard services is available to suit any
organization. Meeting rooms and audio/visual equipment are available for
conferences. Group cocktail parties and activities can be arranged to
follow work sessions. Speak to your travel agent for details.
Photo Gallery
Throughout your cruise, photographers will capture special moments and
make these photographs available for purchase in the shipboard gallery.
For a truly special souvenir, have a professional photograph taken on
formal night. Also available for purchase are frames, albums, camera
accessories, batteries, film and disposable cameras. Quality film
processing is available during the cruise using state-of-the-art
equipment.
Art Auction Program
On most ships, you will have the opportunity to view and purchase pieces
of fine art from internationally known artists via onboard auctions. Art
experts are available throughout the cruise to answer your questions about
the onboard art collection.
Library
Relaxing with a good book is a favorite pastime. Most ships have an
extensive library, including contemporary titles in a wide range of
categories and books related to specific cruise itineraries. You'll find
books on art, history, sports, travel, health and wellness, natural
history and reference materials. Or choose from our selection of fiction
and biographies. Some have collections of up to 2,000 books as well as
multimedia computers and music.
The Spa
If you've always wanted to treat yourself to a spa vacation, here's your
chance. Ships facilities are some of the finest in the world and offer
health and beauty centers fully equipped to pamper you from head to toe.
Spas offer aromatherapy, body wraps, massage, sauna, facials and manicures
for both men and women. We recommend that you set an appointment as early
in the cruise as possible, because these services are very popular.
Beauty Salon
A full range of hair care and beauty salon services is available through
the shipboard beauty salon. Staffed by professional stylists and
therapists, the salon is open daily. It is strongly recommended that you
make your appointments on embarkation day so that you may get the most
convenient appointment time.
Room Service
Call for personal room service, ice, fruit or a wake-up call any time of
the day or night. To have breakfast delivered to your stateroom, just fill
out the breakfast card included in your stateroom portfolio (one is also
placed on your pillow) and hang it out at night on your stateroom door. To
take advantage of our stateroom menu, including sandwiches, salads and
beverages, just call the number listed in your telephone directory.
Stateroom Safes
A private safe is usually provided for your convenience in each stateroom.
Hair Dryers
Staterooms on most ships are equipped with a 110-volt, 60-cycle
alternating current (A.C.) with standard U.S. plug fittings for your
convenience. Please ask your stateroom steward to check your appliances
for suitability before use if you have any doubts.
State Room Amenities
The little extras you find in the best hotels - fresh fruit (by request),
evening bed turndown, chocolates on the pillow, complimentary shampoo,
conditioner and body lotion - are available in every stateroom. For your
comfort and convenience, terry cloth bathrobes are available upon request
from your stateroom steward. |
