welcome aboard - Norwegian Cruise Line
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welcome aboard - Norwegian Cruise Line
WELCOME ABOARD IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR CRUISE WITH NORWEGIAN CRUISE LINE OR YOUR GUIDE TO FREESTYLE CRUISING®. Dear valued Guest, Thank you for choosing Norwegian Cruise Line. You are about to embark on a cruise holiday where freedom and flexibility reign with our signature Freestyle Cruising®. Our philosophy is that with Freestyle Cruising you have the freedom to enjoy your holiday on your terms. We provide everything to make your cruise an unforgettable experience – complimentary and speciality restaurants, a variety of on-board activities, exciting ports of call and more. You can do as much or as little as you please. It’s your choice. Every ship in our Freestyle fleet has complimentary dining options that include plentiful buffets, a variety of casual cafés, grills, on-the-go choices for breakfast, lunch and up to three main dining rooms, each with a distinct ambiance and menus all their own. We also offer an array of optional speciality restaurants that range from U.S. $ 15 to U.S. $ 39,99 per person. Experience a world of different cuisines — including the finest French bistros at sea, Brazilian-inspired churrascarias, Chicago-style steakhouses, Italian trattorias, Asian-Fusion restaurants and so much more. And, thanks to the flexibility of no fixed dining times or pre-assigned seating, a combination no traditional cruise line offers, you’ll have more freedom throughout your entire cruise holiday. Whether this is your first cruise or one of many, our goal is to provide a fun-filled, memorable holiday experience. Our expert staff and crew are totally committed to taking care of the details so that everything is easy and carefree. To assist with your pre-cruise planning, we are pleased to provide you with this informational booklet. If you should need additional details, please do not hesitate to contact your travel agent or our reservations department. On behalf of all of our team members and crew, we look forward to welcoming you aboard soon. Enjoy your cruise! Sincerely, Kevin Sheehan CEO Norwegian Cruise Line TABLE OF CONTENTS 4-14 Get ready to cruise 4 Cruise like a Norwegian 4 Travel documents 4-5 Online Check-In 5 Combinable Cruises 5Insurance 5-8 Immigration regulations 8 Transfers 9 Luggage allowance 10 Vaccinations 10 Travel during pregnancy 10-12 Travelling with minors or minors travelling alone 12-13 People with special needs 13 Customs regulations 14 Prohibited items 14 Embarkation 15-36 On board 15 15 15-16 16 16-17 17 18-20 20-22 22-23 23 24 25-28 28-30 30-31 31 31-34 34 34-35 35 35 35-36 36 36 36 36 Start your holiday Get to know your ship On-board language Services included in the cruise fare Services not included in the cruise fare The Haven by Norwegian® On-board account/Service charge/Gratuities Things to do on board Freestyle Dining Bars, lounges and theatres Attire Programmes for children/Babysitting Shore Excursions Communications on board Medical services Special occasions and gifts Smoking on board Alcohol guidelines Itinerary changes Noise levels on board Safety and security Visitors on board Valuables Electrical equipment Guest Conduct Policy 36-37 After the cruise 36-37 37 37 Disembarkation Settling of the on-board account Transportation Latitudes & Cruise Rewards 38 39 Notes 3 GET READY TO CRUISE Finally, you can count on our staff — quite possibly the friendliest at sea — to make sure everything is just how you like it. WHAT ABOUT MY TRAVEL DOCUMENTS? CRUISE LIKE A NORWEGIAN Norwegians cruise like no other people on earth. With more choices of what to do and see, and more freedom to do it your way. We call it Freestyle Cruising®. You just might call it the best holidays ever. It starts with a wide range of dining options all included in your cruise price, and all available on your schedule. Or you can make the night truly memorable and enjoy one of our delicious speciality restaurants for a cover charge. The freedom continues with entertainment for everybody. From exclusive shows never before seen at sea, to adultsonly clubs where you can dance ’til dawn, to supervised activities for kids and teens. And our Shore Excursions will give you even more stories to take back home. When it’s time to recover from the excitement, you can retreat to your accommodations designed for the way you cruise. 4 Your travel documents will be provided to you or your travel agent as electronic documents (eDocs). They serve as your cruise voucher and will include key information like departure date, itinerary and more. It’s important to review your eDocs and call your travel agent right away if anything is incorrect. Also, keep in mind that your eDocs are a contract and your acceptance of the Guest Ticket Contract means you agree to the conditions it contains. Norwegian Cruise Line reserves the right to decline or accept any person as a guest of the cruise at any time. Please note that you will not receive vouchers for pre-booked Shore Excursions with your tickets – these will be delivered to your stateroom at the beginning of your cruise. ONLINE CHECK-IN In order to comply with government regulations covering departure manifests, be sure to register online through our website after you have paid in full and before you leave on your Norwegian Cruise Line holiday. Guests who have not completed their Online Check-In form at least one day prior to sailing may be subject to an extended check-in procedure at the cruise terminal or may even be denied boarding. GET READY TO CRUISE INSTRUCTIONS TO REGISTER FOR YOUR TRIP ONLINE: • Click “Already Booked” at ncl.eu. • Create your “My NCL” account by adding your sailing date, name of the ship and your reservation number. It’s easy. • Once logged in, you should see your confirmation listed. • Then fill out your Online Check In to receive your eDocs. You can even reserve your on-board activities or Shore Excursions ahead of time, so you don’t miss out on the great times on board and on shore. • Please note that you will need to complete the Online Check-In for each guest prior to accessing your eDocs. COMBINABLE CRUISES In case you book two or more consecutive cruises, we call this a combinable cruise. Cruises can be booked on the same or on different ships, but need to take place within a maximum interval of one day to be recognized as combinable cruise. Depending on the port of call and its customs regulations, guests can be required to disembark and then embark again as well as to sign a customs regulation after every cruise. In the event guests disembark during the regulatory inspections, they have to wait until the inspections are finished before they are allowed to return on board. Some entertainment offers and menus in restaurants can be repeated during the second cruise. WILL I NEED INSURANCE? Norwegian Cruise Line’s liability is limited by international agreements and the Terms and Conditions of Passage. We therefore recommend purchasing appropriate travel, health and luggage insurance before your cruise. Your travel agency will be happy to assist you. In addition, please see www.ncl.eu for further information and to purchase insurance via our partner Europäische Reiseversicherung AG. If buying insurance, please note you’ll receive the documents from the insurance company directly. In the occurrence of an insured event, please contact the insurance company. Please be aware that you need to hand in any claims to the insurance company in writing within one month after the end of your voyage. WHAT ARE PASSPORT AND VISA REQUIREMENTS? Guests are responsible for ensuring they fulfill all passport and visa requirements for all countries visited during the cruise and when travelling to and from the port of embarkation/ disembarkation. EU citizens need a full passport which must be valid for a minimum of six months beyond their return (this restriction also applies for children). A passport is also required for all European sailings (exception: citizens of Schengen States cruising on itineraries that do not leave EU territory). During most cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line personnel will need to 5 GET READY TO CRUISE retain your passport. You therefore have to carry a second governmentissued photo ID with you at all times. It is the sole responsibility of the guest to provide all necessary documentation. Guests are not entitled to a refund if entry into any foreign territory or boarding is denied due to lack of proper documents. If you would like to go ashore in Russia (St. Petersburg) independently, i.e. not as part of an organised Shore Excursion by Norwegian Cruise Line, you need to obtain a valid tourist visa prior to your cruise. What are the special regulations for Visa-free travel to the U.S.? In order to enter the U.S. under the Visa Waiver Programme (VWP), each traveller (including children) must present a machine-readable passport (e.g. burgundy coloured European passport). For machine-readable passports issued or renewed/ extended before October 26, 2005 there are no further requirements. Machine-readable passports issued or renewed/extended on or after October 26, 2005 through October 25, 2006 must contain a digital photograph printed on the passport 6 data or an integrated chip with information from the data page (“e-passport”). Machine-readable passports issued or renewed/extended on or after October 26, 2006 are required to be e-passports. Temporary, emergency and diplomatic passports are exempted from digital photo and electronic chip requirements, but must be machine-readable (with the exception of temporary or emergency German passports which do not entitle to visa-free entry to the U.S.). Travellers with non-compliant passports must have a visa to travel to the United States. Should you need to obtain a visa, please be sure to apply for a multiple entry visa. The Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) is effective for citizens and eligible nationals of Visa Waiver Programme (VWP) countries to apply for advance authorization to travel to the United States under the VWP. ESTA stipulates that all Visa Waiver Programme travellers are required to obtain via https://esta. cbp.dhs.gov/esta/ an electronic travel authorization prior to boarding a carrier to travel by air or sea to the U.S. under the VWP. Countries currently enrolled in the VWP include Belgium, Denmark, Finland, France, the Netherlands, Norway and Sweden, amongst others. ESTA authorizations are valid for multiple entries within two years (Or less if the passport expires during this period). Please note that bookings of transatlantic voyages require a print out of the ESTA permission statement which has to be shown at GET READY TO CRUISE Check-In. Therefore this regulation applies amongst others to citizens of Germany, Austria and Switzerland. Please note that at the moment U.S. authorities charge a fee of U.S. $ 14 per person for travel authorization. This fee has to be paid by credit card during the application process. Additional information regarding the VWP and ESTA is available at www. cbp.gov/esta. Please be aware that immigration regulations are subject to change. For current information, please check with your travel agent or the respective embassies or consulates. It is assumed that the traveller is a citizen of an EU state that is a member of the Schengen Agreement. For all EU citizens of a member state that is a Non-Schengen state, you will have to check individual treaties between your state and the U.S. Government, whether you are part of the Visa Waiver Programme or you need to apply for a special tourist visa at the U.S. embassy of your home state. Please consider that the application for a visa could take up to three months. To check participation of your state in the Visa Waiver Programme please refer to the following link www.travel.state.gov/ visa/temp/without/without_1990. html# countries. All travellers that are non-EU citizens please check your individual passport and immigration requirements with your travel agent and the respective embassies or consulates. Personal circumstances cannot be considered. We will try within our means to inform you of any possible changes. What is the Secure Flight Programme? The American Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has implemented the Secure Flight Programme for international air traffic. This programme intends to reduce the instances of misidentification of the travel authorized passengers to the U.S. as well as to enhance the security of air travel. Within this programme, all airlines commit to transmit the following Secure Flight Passenger Data (SFPD) from travellers who are arriving in and/or departing from the U.S. to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security: Full name as per valid government-issued passport (including middle name, initials), date of birth, gender and Redress Number (if applicable). Therefore we ask all guests to check their confirmation carefully. In case of any incorrect data appearing on the confirmation, please contact our reservations department. If there is 7 GET READY TO CRUISE no client data available at the time of booking, Norwegian Cruise Line will use the data from the Online Check-In. For further information on the Secure Flight Programme please visit www.tsa.gov/stakeholders/secureflight-program. Providing the Secure Flight Data does not release from the obligation to apply for the advanced authorization to travel to the U.S. under the ESTA programme. SANCTIONED COUNTRIES The United States Department of the Treasury through the Office of Foreign Assets Control (“OFAC”) has issued a series of comprehensive sanctions against the following countries (“Sanctioned Countries”): • KP - NORTH KOREA • CU - CUBA • SD - SUDAN • SY - SYRIA • IR - IRAN These sanctions limit the ability of cruise lines to conduct business with Sanctioned Countries and their citizens, which includes allowing citizens of those countries to sail onboard our Norwegian fleet. If you are either a citizen of, or are residing in, one of these Sanctioned Countries, you will be unable sail with Norwegian Cruise Line unless you are able to present valid documentation demonstrating: (1) proof of your citizenship in a non-sanctioned country; or 8 (2) proof of your residency in a non-sanctioned country. If you are able to demonstrate that you are a citizen of a nonsanctioned country, or that you reside in a non-sanctioned country, then we will also need evidence that you are funding the cruise, including on board charges, through a bank associated with a non-sanctioned country. Then your booking can be processed. If you have any further questions, contact your local Travel Agent or our reservations department. WHAT ABOUT TRANSFER? If you have reserved your transfers with Norwegian Cruise Line, please check your transfer vouchers for information on the transfer organisation. Guests who arrive by plane on the day of embarkation and have reserved the transfers through Norwegian Cruise Line, will be greeted by a Norwegian Cruise Line representative in the airport arrivals hall to take them to their ship. Guests who have not reserved the transfers through Norwegian Cruise Line, can travel to the port by taxi, public transport or hire car. Parking facilities are available at the majority of ports. Guests must ensure they arrive at the embarkation pier on time. Transfers from the pier to the airport are generally offered on board at the Shore Excursion desk. Please note that prices on board may differ from the prices published in our brochure. GET READY TO CRUISE TOP PRE-CRUISE TO-DOS: • Ensure you have all the correct documentation. containers), important documents, fragile items, keys, jewellery and other valuables as well as a change of clothes in case you want to relax by the pool. • Register online. • Arrange any transfers you might need. • Pre-book your Shore Excursions. HOW MANY SUITCASES CAN I TAKE? For your cruise, we recommend bringing up to two pieces of personal luggage, with each piece weighing a maximum of 22 kg. If travelling by air, there can occur different restrictions. So please check the baggage and hand luggage restrictions of your airline. Should your airline allow you to carry more luggage, this will be accepted on board, too. All pieces of luggage should be clearly labelled with your name, address and a contact number. The ship luggage tags should be placed on your luggage no earlier than on the day of embarkation. Please ensure that your stateroom number is clearly shown to avoid delays in luggage delivery to your stateroom. In case you have booked a so-called guarantee cabin and have not received your stateroom number with the travel documents, please put “GTY” on your luggage labels. Your stateroom will not be available until 14:00 and you won’t be reunited with your luggage until late afternoon. So you may want to consider carrying a small bag with any essential items such as medicines (in their original THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN PACKING: • Hair dryers and towels are available in all staterooms. • Irons can be requested at the front desk and laundry service is also available. • Pool/Beach towels are available for your use on board and ashore. Airlines and Norwegian Cruise Line have limited liability for loss and damage, so be sure all luggage and personal belongings are properly insured. If you are bringing your golf clubs or a wheelchair, they are permitted on board the ship, but do check with your airline for any restrictions they may have. If the “Easy Walk-Off”, where you are carrying all your own luggage off the ship, is not an option for you, your suitcases are collected the night before disembarkation, so be sure to pack an overnight bag with your personal essentials. Please note that the “Easy Walk-Off” cannot be offered in all disembarkation ports. Porter service is available at each pier during embarkation/disembarkation for luggage assistance. The customary tip for porters is the equivalent of U.S. $ 1 per bag (U.S. $ 2 per bag in New York). 9 GET READY TO CRUISE Please carry along a medical certificate in English establishing your due date and fitness to travel. Please be aware that Norwegian Cruise Line will not be responsible or liable for any complications of pregnancy that occur during the cruise. WHAT HAS TO BE TAKEN INTO CONSIDERATION IF TRAVELLING WITH MINORS OR IF MINORS TRAVEL ALONE? WHICH VACCINATIONS MIGHT BE NECESSARY? At this moment in time there are no vaccinations required for any of our destinations. Except guests who participate in excursions to Cuzco/ Machu Picchu, are required to have a yellow-fever vaccination. Since recommended immunizations and other health precautions often change, we suggest that you consult your doctor, the local public health department or the Centre for Disease Control in time before departure. Company policy dictates that a guest under 21 years of age must be accompanied in the same or a neighbouring stateroom by a guest 21 years of age or older who expressly agrees to be responsible for the under-21 guest throughout the cruise. This includes preventing under-age buying or drinking of alcohol, preventing under-age gambling and ensuring they don’t break any of the ship’s rules. WHAT IF I AM PREGNANT? For guests under 18 years (under 21 for cruises that include a Canadian port) travelling in the company of an adult who is not the minor’s parent or legal guardian, the PARENT/ GUARDIAN CONSENT & RELEASE FORM that authorizes the minor’s travel and further authorizes medical treatment in case of an emergency Congratulations! Rest assured that Norwegian Cruise Line will make every effort to accommodate you. However, to ensure your medical safety, you must complete all travel before the beginning of the 24th week of pregnancy. 10 For safety reasons infants under the age of six months are not allowed to sail with Norwegian. However, for voyages that have three or more consecutive days at sea, the infant must be at least 12 months old at time of sailing. For children of up to 2 years, cribs are available on board. GET READY TO CRUISE must be delivered to a Norwegian Cruise Line representative at the pier during check-in. Please note that the form must be accompanied by a copy of both parents’/legal guardians’ driver’s licenses or other government issued identification. On cruises that include a Canadian port, guests under 18 years travelling with person(s) other than both parents, should be in possession of a separate letter of authorization (preferably notarized) from the parents or legal guardian. This letter should contain the authorization for the child to travel with another person and to be outside the country, the name and a 24-hour contact telephone number of the parents or guardian as well as the destination and length of stay in Canada. Adoptive parents, legal guardians or persons separated or divorced are advised to keep legal and other relevant documents available in orderto clarify custody rights. Failure to present the relevant documents may result in boarding being denied with no refund provided.Two people under the age of 21 may travel together in the same state room if they are a married couple and provide proof of marriage to a Norwegian Cruise Line representative at the pier before embarkation. Guests under the age of 18 are not allowed to gamble in our casinos. Should a guest under the age of 18 gamble nevertheless and win, he or she, for reasons of law, will not be paid the winnings. Children under 16 years of age are not allowed to enter the fitness centre. The minimum age to use the Thermal Spa (sauna, steam room, hot tubs) is 18 years. There is no minimum age requirement for the access to the rest of the spa as well as the beauty salon or the use of salon services. For spa treatments a parent or legal guardian has to be present. Please note that the bowling alley located inside the Bliss Ultra Lounge cannot be used by guests under 18 years after 21:00. Furthermore, some bars and lounges on board Norwegian Epic and the ships of the Breakaway-Class for example Spice H2O, are adults only (18 and over). In the interest of the safety of your children, we would like to ask you to ensure the compliance with certain guidelines. Climbing on handrails 11 GET READY TO CRUISE and railings is not allowed. For environmental reasons please make sure that your children do not throw anything over board. Under no circumstances should a minor be left abord the vessel, other than in the care of the vessel’s Splash Academy or Entourage programmes, while the adult guest responsible for the minor leaves the vessel for any reason. WHAT ABOUT PEOPLE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS? We welcome guests with special needs. All of our ships have designated staterooms with wider doorways and more spacious bathrooms that will accommodate wheelchairs and staterooms with light- and under pillow vibrating alarms for guests with visual/hearing impairments. Please see your travel agent, contact Norwegian Cruise Line or visit www.ncl.eu/helpfulinformation/guests-with-specialrequirements/ for further information. However, the following conditions apply: any physical challenge or medical condition that requires special treatment or attention must be reported to Norwegian Cruise Line at the time of booking. For certain conditions we ask for affirmation and liability forms. Due to unpredictable circumstances associated with a ship at sea, we reserve the right to refuse or revoke passage to anyone who, based upon objective standards, is in a physical or mental condition that jeopardizes the safe operation of the vessel, who poses a direct threat to the health or safety of others or who may require care beyond that which we can provide. Please alert us prior to cruising if you have any special needs or medical equipment you’re required to bring on board. Failure to do so may result in equipment not being cleared before departure. We can also assist in having the required equipment delivered to the cruise terminal. Mentioned assistance is no duty of Norwegian Cruise Line, its vicarious agents, employees, service providers or commissionaires and is not included in the contractual services, if no other explicit agreements have been made or no legal requirements (especially for air travel regulation (EG) Nr. 1107/2006 of the 5th July 2006 concerning rights of physically impaired air travellers and air travellers with limited mobility) are mandatorily applicable. Guests who use a wheelchair must provide their own small, collapsible type and should inform Norwegian Cruise Line at the time of booking. 12 GET READY TO CRUISE Motorized wheelchairs and scooters are welcome; however, they must be powered by gel-cell batteries. Due to safety regulations, we cannot accept any wet-cell or acid-batterypowered wheelchairs on board the ship. The wheelchair battery charger must be adaptable to 110 volts. Guests who prefer not to bring their own wheelchair onboard are asked to contact our US commissionaire Special Needs at Sea by calling 001 954 585 0575 to organize the delivery of a replacement. Please consider that wheelchairs need to be stored in your cabin only. On our newest ships electric lifts for pools and whirlpools are installed. In casinos lower gambling tables and slot machines are available. For our youngest guests in the wheelchair, we provide ramps or lifts to assure easy access to the kids- and youthsections. To guarantee the safety of all our guests, the usage of wheelchairs in tender boats is not allowed. Please keep in mind that due to this and other reasons, guests in wheelchairs cannot participate in some activities and programs. For more information please check www.ncl.eu/helpful-information/ guests-with-special-requirements. Other medical equipment, like oxygen therapy, must also be self-provided. Liquid oxygen is not allowed on board. Every Suite and nearly every stateroom have refrigerators for storing pharmaceuticals that must be kept cold (except in Studios, Category T1). For visually impaired guests: service animals are welcome on board 13 (unfortunately no other pets are allowed). Guests travelling with service animals must make sure that they have obtained all customs and governmental clearance to disembark the service animal in the various ports of call they will be visiting. They must also provide Norwegian Cruise Line with the proper health certificates and vaccination papers. This must be done prior to the cruise. Requests for special diets should be made at the time of booking and at least two months before departure. Special meals are available, including low-calorie, vegetarian, gluten-free, no-MSG, low-/no-sodium and low-/ no-cholesterol meals, as well as sugarfree and fat-free desserts and kosher meals. Special diets cannot be guaranteed on flights and tours. WHAT ARE THE CUSTOMS REGULATIONS? Customs allowances may vary depending on the itinerary and are subject to change. Please check on board, with your Ministry of Foreign Affairs or the respective customs authorities for the most up-to-date information. You are not permitted to bring fresh fruit, meat products, fresh milk products or plants into the U.S. Upon reentering the EU from third countries, certain duty-free allowances apply. In the best case an adult returning by air from a third country to the EU can import dutyfree up to 200 cigarettes, a litre of spirits, four litres of wine, 16 litres of beer and 430 Euros of other goods. GET READY TO CRUISE PROHIBITED ITEMS Certain items that generate heat or produce an open flame are not permitted on board. This includes clothing irons, hotplates, candles, incense and any other item that may create a fire hazard. Curling irons and hair dryers are allowed and may require a converter. No illegal drugs or other illegal substances including but not limited to medical marijuana are allowed on board or may be utilized during a Norwegian Cruise Line vacation, including during transfers to and from ships, inside terminals, during shore excursions or at our private island. Illegal drugs or substances will be confiscated and appropriate action taken, which may include removal from the ship and involvement of appropriate authorities. In addition, foreign governments at Norwegian Cruise Line ports of call have strict laws that address drug possession. Guests found in violation of such laws are subject to arrest and prosecution by the foreign jurisdiction (and perhaps United States or other authorities as well) and may be prevented from re-boarding the ship. No weapon, explosive, or other item that presents a risk of harm to persons or property, are permitted on board. They will be taken by ship’s Security and appropriate action taken. Guests are not allowed to bring their own scuba gears on board such as oxygen tanks, diving knives, spears, etc. WHERE AND WHEN CAN I BOARD THE SHIP? You can only embark at the designated port of embarkation. There are two important times to note in your eDocs. One is your embarkation time and the other is your departure time: •The embarkation time dictates the beginning of the check in. We ask you to not arrive any earlier at the pier than one hour before the embarkation time noted on your travel documents. Due to security regulations it is possible that you won’t be allowed to enter the cruise terminal before your scheduled embarkation time. Additionally, waiting areas outside the terminal can be limited and catering facilities might not be provided. • Departure time is when your ship will set sail. We highly encourage you to board no later than two hours prior to the departure time noted in your eDocs. Please plan enough time to complete your check-in at the cruise terminal before boarding; your Online Check-In form must be completed prior to arrival – at least one day before sailing. Check-in will close one hour before departure. Please note that guests will not be able to board after check-in has closed. Any late arriving guests may join the ship at an approved port of call in the scheduled cruise itinerary. Such guests will be responsible for all applicable fees and travel expenses to that subsequent port of call. 14 ON BOARD GET TO KNOW YOUR SHIP START YOUR HOLIDAY There’s no need to kick off your cruise holiday with an empty stomach. We invite you to step aboard and enjoy a buffet. This way you’ll be covered, even if your departure cruise terminal happens to have no restaurants nearby. Our lounges will also be open if you want to enjoy a cocktail or soft drink as we sail out. CHECK OUR DAILY ONBOARD NEWSLETTER – THE FREESTYLE DAILY Upon check-in at the cruise terminal, you’ll receive your first issue of the Freestyle Daily. It is filled with information on the day’s activities and special events. And it’s a great way to get a feel for the ship. Subsequent issues of the Freestyle Daily will be delivered to your stateroom every evening, with information to help you plan the following day. 15 Join us for the Freestyle Cruising Presentation, where you’ll learn more about the freedom, fun and flexibility of Freestyle Cruising. You’ll hear about the ship, the many dining options and your itinerary. Then enjoy a guided tour and get familiar with all the public areas of the ship, including our casino and luxurious spa. We’ll also take you through the main dining rooms and to some of our speciality dining restaurants. Check your Freestyle Daily newsletter on board for details. WHICH LANGUAGE IS SPOKEN ON BOARD? The international atmosphere aboard our ships is one of the reasons why they are so special. Our on-board language is English, which is why we recommend having a basic knowledge of English when travelling with Norwegian Cruise Line, but our crew and guests come from all over the world. For special questions and concerns, you can always contact our multilingual international hostess present on the majority of our ships. To ensure that you can fully enjoy our dining options aboard, our restaurant menus on all of our cruises are available not only in English but also in French, German, Italian, Spanish and Russian. On some of our European itineraries and specific sailing dates we also offer besides Shore Excursions in English, German, Italian and Spanish, selected Shore Excursions with French-speaking guides (subject to a minimum ON BOARD number of 30 participants). Just ask our Shore Excursion team for details. Academy and Entourage during the published service times WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR CRUISE FARE? • Art auctions • On-board accommodations in the stateroom category of your choice • Cruise to many interesting destinations as detailed on the itinerary pages • In-stateroom TV programming (except for on-demand movies) • Full board in the complimentary dining venues, i.e.: • Up to three main dining rooms on every ship • Buffet • 24-hour dining venue • 24-hour room service (a small service fee applies between midnight and 5am) • Outdoor buffet (on select ships) • Pool bar and grill (on select ships) • Coffee bar (regular coffee and pastries included, speciality coffees at Carlo’s Bake Shop for a nominal extra charge) • Iced tea, some juices in the buffet (for breakfast), regular coffee, tea and ice water • All entertainment programme on board e.g. performances in the theatre, comedy shows and live bands unless it’s part of a dining entertainment production • Use of outdoor pools and hot tubs • Poolside activities • Sports court activities and state-of the-art oceanview gym • Select on-board presentations • Phone calls on-board the ship (stateroom to stateroom) • Use of private Studio Lounge if staying in Studio accommodations on Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian Epic, Norwegian Getaway or Pride of America • Suite guests receive additional amenities as well as butler and concierge service • All government fees and port taxes. WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED IN YOUR CRUISE FARE? • Service charges and gratuities • Meals in speciality restaurants are subject to à la carte prices or require an additional charge between US $ 15 and US $ 39,99 per person • Dining entertainment • Pizza delivery • Alcoholic beverages, sodas and some other non-alcoholic beverages which are served in the Restaurant, Bars & Lounges and in your stateroom • Casino • Shore Excursions •´Spa and salon services • Certain fitness classes • Professional photography • Gift shop purchases • Access to fitness facilities • Art purchases • Professional childcare in our Youth & Teen Programmes Splash • Speciality on-board seminars • Video arcade 16 ON BOARD •B abysitting services exceeding the published service times Exklusive Benefits & Amenities • Laundry services • Distinctive gold-tinted keycard • Use of the medical center •Certified and trained butler service 24-hours a day • Internet access • Satellite connection for cellular phones • Phone calls off the ship •F ees for the issue of documents (do not apply for e-tickets) • Transfers • Travel insurances • Pre-/post-cruise hotel stays. Guests can book our ultimate dining package as well as our beverage packages at their first day on board or prior to their cruise. If you booked your beverage package before the cruise please assure yourself to find the corresponding sticker on your key card. • Concierge service • VIP priority access on and off the ship • Special The Haven menus in The Haven restaurant or, for breakfast and lunch, in private venue • Invitation to private dining and exclusive events • Exclusive access to The Haven Courtyard area with private pool, sundeck, hot tub and sauna • Preferred reservations for the ship’s speciality restaurants, spa, award winning shows and much more. The Haven… it’s much more than just a luxury cruise experience. Visit www.thehaven.ncl.eu for more information. A world of luxury and privacy at sea. Guests staying in The Haven will be pampered with privacy, personal service and a deluxe array of complimentary amenities so you can experience everything a luxury holiday should offer – and more. 17 ON BOARD IS CASH NEEDED ABOARD? HOW CAN GOOD SERVICE BE HONOURED? On-board account The currency aboard our ships is the U.S. $. However, you will not need to carry around large amounts of cash on board because we’ve made paying for on-board expenses very easy. When you check in for your cruise, you open a shipboard account all purchases made on the ship are charged to. Make sure to sign up on the day of embarkation by establishing a method of payment: with credit cards like Visa®, MasterCard® or American Express or alternatively with traveller’s cheques in U.S. $ or cash. Please note that we cannot accept Eurocheque cards. When your credit card is entered to activate your on-board account, an initial approval is obtained from the bank. Please be advised that throughout the voyage, incremental holds will be obtained by your lending institution based on your on-board expenditures. Some banks may hold these for 30 days, even though your expenditures are already debited. This will reduce the amount of available credit on the credit card. Some banks additionally limit the amount of possible transactions per day or per week which can influence the previously described process. The transaction process and it’s regulations solely underlie the discretion of your lending institution. Due to this we kindly advise you to inform your lending institution prior your holiday that you are sailing with an international cruise line and you therefore might use your credit card for transactions in different countries and want to assure yourself that existing limitations cover expenses as well as blocked amounts. If you prefer to pay by cash or traveller’s cheques, you’ll need to lodge a deposit of U.S. $ 300 per person (7 night cruise), U.S. $ 150 per person (cruise up to 6 nights) or U.S. $ 450 per person (cruise of 8 nights and more) at ckeck-in (subject to change). If the limit is exceeded, a notice will be sent to the stateroom requesting an additional deposit. Personal cheques or currencies other than the U.S. Dollar cannot be accepted on board. The only exception being our European cruises where deposits in Euros are accepted. The deposit will be the Euro equivalent of the U.S. $ amount. Any excess deposit will be refunded at the end of the U.S. $ amount. Any excess deposit will be refunded at the end of the cruise in U.S. Dollar. Please note that, should you wish to change this excess deposit to Euros, a foreign exchange fee will apply. Those guests who opted for a cash deposit will have to come to the reception area on the morning of disembarkation for the final settlement of their bill. When making an on-board purchase, guests need to show their stateroom key card and sign their name and stateroom number. Guests will sign, as well as an itemized final bill at the end of the cruise. Please note that casino play cannot be charged to your on-board account. 18 ON BOARD Please also keep in mind that it’s always worth having a small amount of local currency for immediate expenses on arrival at your destination and for any purchases you make at your ports of call. Traveller’s cheques and most major credit cards are accepted in the ports we visit. Service charge It is our highest priority that you enjoy your cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line to the fullest and that our whole crew provides you with the extraordinary service we are known for. A US $ 12,95 discretionary service charge will be automatically added to your shipboard account (per guest per day for all guests three years and older) if you are staying in an Inside, Oceanview, Balcony Stateroom, Mini Suite or Studio. If you are staying in a Suite or The Haven Suite a service charge of US $ 14,95 per guest per day (three years and older) will be added. This charge will be shared among those staff members, including the restaurant staff, stateroom stewards and other behind-the-scenes staff who provide services that enhance your overall cruise experience. Guests who are sailing in Suite categories also receive the services of a concierge, butler and dedicated wait staff. This charge will also be shared among those staff members. These service charges can be paid in advance of your cruise. If you have any concerns about the service you receive during your cruise, please let our on-board Guest Services Desk staff know right away, so we can address any issues in a timely manner. In the unlikely event that we can’t 19 resolve your issue, you can have the service charge adjusted on board. Where your service charge has been pre-paid before departure, refunds are not available on board and you must apply for a refund, if applicable, after you return home by writing to our Guest Relations department. The refund application needs to include a complaint form which needs to be filled out on board during your cruise. Gratuities Also, certain staff members provide optional services which are not used of all our guests. Therefore we would like to ask these guests who use mentioned services to acknowledge the work of our employees. For example, for guests purchasing bar drinks, the recommended gratuity of 18% is automatically added to their final bill as well as a service charge of 18% for spa and salon services. For guests of our suites, who benefit from butler – and concierge services, we recommend to consider appropriate gratuities for the delivered services. THINGS TO DO ON BOARD Every day your cruise director is coming up with exciting things to see and do. The Freestyle Daily newsletter on board is the best way to find out all the day’s events, show times, special sales, and a whole lot more. During the cruise, an advance copy of the Freestyle Daily is delivered to your stateroom every evening so you can plan your next day of fun. You can choose between fitness or computer classes, wine tasting and cooking shows or Karaoke nights, Bingo and sporting competitions; surely there’s something suitable for you ON BOARD among the wide variety. If what you’re looking for is relaxation you will find that on board, too. Try our spa and wellness oases. Or simply soak up the sun, reclining in a comfortable deck chair. On the following pages you’ll find a small selection of what awaits you on board. Relax in the Mandara Spa® It’s time to be pampered. Our fleet wide Mandara Spas offer the utmost in relaxation and rejuvenation. You can indulge in treatments based on traditional Asian methods, such as a Bali-Press Massage or a Javanese Honey Steam Wrap. Appointments for these services should be made early during your cruise. If you travel on board Norwegian Epic you have the opportunity to pre-book your wellness treatments online via My NCL up to two days before sailing. The use of the spa on most ships, as well as wellness & beauty treatments are not included in the cruise fare. Stay in shape in our fitness center In the fitness centers on board our ships you can work out daily from 06:00 to 23:00 (opening times may vary slightly by ship) and enjoy a different view every day. We also offer fitness classes and seminars with personal trainers. Topics covered may include the following: yoga and Pilates, stretch and relaxation, aerobics/ spinning/step classes and cuircuit training. Please note that some of the classes/seminars are offered at a charge. Of course you can also do sports outdoors on our jogging tracks or basketball/volleyball courts. On some ships even tennis matches are possible. For the adrenaline lovers there’s a rock climbing wall on some of our ships and on the Norwegian Breakaway-Class you can find the largest ropes course at sea. Shop on-board – tax- and duty-free With the exception of Hawai’i itineraries, our on-board stores carry tax- and duty-free items like liquor, tobacco, fragrances and cosmetics, as well as casual beach and cruising apparel. You’ll also find designer watches, stunning pieces of jewellery and more. You can also indulge in our Thermal Suite. Please note that Thetrmal Suite offerings vary by ship and are not available on Norwegian Sky, Norwegian Spirit, Norwegian Sun or Pride of America. Please note that in order to comply with Spanish and Italian tax regulations we are required to charge Spanish & Italian VAT on applicable retail items purchased on board on cruises from/to Barcelona, Venice, Civitavecchia as well as on all other cruises whilst the ship is in Spanish or Italian waters. 20 ON BOARD On-board library A cruise is an excellent opportunity to read a good book or two and you’ll find that our library on board is a perfect place for that. Of course you can also borrow books from our wellstocked selection (on board Norwegian Epic there is no library available). Casinos at sea Try your hand in the best casinos at sea! Blackjack, Roulette and slot machines are only a small selection of what our award-winning casinos have in store for you. And if you need an introduction, try our free gaming lessons. Please note that taking photos or filming is not permitted in the casino. Due to legislation, there is no casino on Pride of America. Please keep in mind that due to legal reasons, casino winnings of guests below the age of 18, cannot be paid out. Bring home a treasure from our art auctions at sea Whether you’re an art aficionado or just interested in seeing a live art auction, you’ll enjoy one of our art auctions at sea. Each cruise offers you the chance to purchase exceptional artwork from renowned talents like Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dalí at discounts off normal gallery prices. Anything you purchase can be custom framed and shipped to your home. Art auctions at sea are held two to three times during each cruise. Check the Freestyle Daily newsletter on board for listings and times. 21 Capture your memories with our on-board photographer Each of our ships has an on-board photographer, who can help you remember your cruise just the way you want. Whether it’s photos with the ship’s Captain, capturing a romantic moment on deck or getting a family portrait during Norwegian’s Night Out, everyone can get in the picture. For a more personal experience, the Perspectives Photography Studio* offers custom private photography sessions, at your choice of locations on or off the ship. Furthermore you can develop your films and buy photography equipment on board. *This service is available on selected sailings only. Laundry Service Wouldn’t it be nice to return from your cruise with as many clean clothes as you left with? You can, thanks to Norwegian Cruise Line’s on-board laundry service. Laundry, dry cleaning, spot removal and pressing services are available for a small charge. Consult the laundry services order form in your stateroom to find out more. A ON BOARD friendly crew member will pick your laundry up directly from your stateroom and return it to you clean and folded. Now that’s a holiday. ENJOY DINING — THE FREESTYLE WAY Freestyle Dining – it’s actually how Freestyle Cruising began. With no fixed dining times or pre-assigned seating, you’ll have more freedom throughout your entire cruise holiday. With so many different places to eat on board, you can experience all kinds of dining options – a different one every day if you want. Complimentary Dining Every ship in our Freestyle fleet has two main dining rooms, each with a unique style, distinct ambiance and menus all their own. Plus, each dining room also offers menu selections that change daily. Every night, you’ll find a tempting array of beef, chicken and vegetarian appetizers and entrées, as well as the Chef’s Choice which is a regionally inspired offering. Delicious breads are also baked fresh every day, and desserts and pastries are prepared from scratch right on board. So, if you’re looking for a wide variety of menu options or simply want to make some new friends by sharing a dinner table, our main dining rooms could be the right choice. You even have the option of dining with the Officers if you choose. If casual dining better suits your mood, every ship also has plentiful buffets with made-to-order specials, as well as a variety of casual cafes, grills, and on-the-go choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner. And we also offer a 24-hour option for those night owls (delivery charge applies midnight to 5:00). Speciality Dining In addition to all of the complimentary dining available, Norwegian Cruise Line also pioneered the concept of speciality restaurants. With a cover charge between U.S. $ 15 and U.S. $ 39,99 per person (subject to change), you can experience a world of different cuisines and atmospheres – from the finest French bistro at sea to traditional Italian dishes served in a trattoria-style setting. Perhaps you’d enjoy more traditional dining at our signature steakhouse, or if the mood strikes, watch our hibachi chefs prepare delicious entrées tableside at Teppanyaki. Additional information Unfortunately, we are unable to accommodate very specific dietary requirements. Please notify us of any requirements you may have upon making your reservation and we will inform you which of them can be met. 22 ON BOARD On the first night at dinner, reconfirm your request with the Maitre d’Hotel. The exact opening hours of the restaurants are published in the Freestyle Daily newsletter. As a rule, the restaurants are open for dinner from 17:30 until midnight, last admission at 22:30. For the popular speciality restaurants, reservations are recommended and can be made in advance and on board. Please take note of the cancellation policies you receive with the confirmation of your reservation. For our main restaurants no reservations are required. Occasionally, you may have to wait to be seated. Aboard our ships, electronic screens located at the restaurant entrances and in public areas show the real-time table availability in all dining venues. Should the restaurant of your choice be fully occupied, you will be provided with a beeper by which you will be notified as soon as your table is ready. During meals iced water, iced tea, tea and regular coffee are available free of charge. During breakfast, some juices are also included. All other drinks will be charged to your on-board account. Please note that restaurants are designated non-smoking areas. And, on most of our ships, your kids will have the choice of their own little dining area with all their favourite dishes. Also, all of our restaurants have high chairs available. If you are a wine connoisseur, then you’ll love our speciality wines programme. We offer hand-selected 23 speciality wines from all around the world. Just ask to see our speciality wines list and you’ll be sure to find a selection perfect for any meal or occasion. Wines are available at all restaurants and can also be delivered to your stateroom. If you are looking to learn more about the world of wine, we offer wine tasting classes and sessions. You can make dining reservations in our main and speciality restaurants before you even set sail. Starting at 90 days prior to your sail date, visit My NCL to reserve the dining option of your choice. For guests of The Haven and all Suites it is possible to make reservations via telephone 100 days prior to sail date. Then you can relax knowing that you’ve reserved your dining — when you want, where you want. Please note: Dining reservations must be booked no later than two days before your cruise, or may be reserved on board. BARS, LOUNGES AND THEATRES On our ships you’ll find a great variety of bars and lounges and they’re open until the wee hours so you can make the most of every night at sea. Whether you’re looking for a quiet corner in the wine bar or groove on the dance floor, you’ll find the perfect setting for any mood. In our theatres aboard we offer you a varied entertainment programme with musicals, magic tricks, comedy etc. And as a rule there are two performances per night so you can have dinner whenever you like. ON BOARD WHAT TYPE OF ATTIRE DO I NEED? when all dining venues are cruise casual. Freestyle Cruising is not too dressy, not too casual. We call it “resort casual”, you’ll call it being on holiday. By day, almost anything is fine like skirts, jeans, casual tops and shorts. Traditional Bermuda shorts along with long socks, loafers and a blazer are all acceptable during a Bermuda cruise. We want you to be comfortable, but singlets for men, flip flops, baseball caps and jeans that are overly faded, with holes or tears and worn below the hips are not permitted in any of our main dining rooms or speciality restaurants. Kids 12 and under are welcome to wear nice shorts in all our restaurants. Events Our newest event, Norwegian’s Night Out, is the perfect opportunity to head to the spa for pampering and then get dressed up for an evening of cocktails, fine dining and great entertainment. It’s your chance to get your portrait taken with your family, that special someone or even the Captain. You may also want to pack all-white for our iconic White-Hot Party. Dining The atmosphere in the mid-ship dining room, the buffet and most of our speciality restaurants is contemporary, so cruise casual attire is perfect. For women, this includes summer and casual dresses, skirts, regular or capri pants, dress shorts, jeans and tops. Khakis, jeans, dress shorts and casual shirts are fine for men. Swimwear is only acceptable at the buffet and outdoor grills, but a shirt or a cover-up and footwear are required. If you choose the more sophisticated atmosphere of the aft main dining room or Le Bistro, we ask that men wear jeans or slacks with a collared shirt and closed-toe shoes. For women, it’s slacks or jeans, dresses, skirts and tops. The exception is on embarkation day Good to know Cool cottons are essential in tropical regions; as the evenings can be cooler, remember also to pack a jumper or jacket. Also, warm items, such as a sweater or a warm waterproof jacket, will be needed on the Alaska and Northern Europe cruises. Please note that as customary in the U.S., the restaurants and public areas are freshly air-conditioned. Of course you can adjust the temperature in your stateroom according to your preferences. Remember to bring sportswear and shoes for the fitness centre. For days in port, comfortable clothes and walking shoes are appropriate. Please bear in mind that your choice of clothing for Shore Excursions should respect the particular mentally and culture of your host country and that some religious sites require visitors to wear clothing that covers shoulders as well as knees. 24 ON BOARD FAMILY & YOUTH PROGRAMMS shows and circus shows, charades, LEGO™ and more. Your kids may never want to get off the ship. Kids Programme – “Splash Academy” Kids of all ages will find fun and age appropriate activities throughout the ship. Good times are all around, whether the kids are looking to meet new friends or the whole family is looking to spend some time together. Guppies (Ages 6 months–2 years) Have fun with our friendly Youth Staff There are many activities to choose from, including storytelling, arts and crafts, games, parades and the Pirates Plunder. Our youth staff members are carefully chosen from education and recreation programmes at their universities. And each staff member is certified in CPR and first aid, so your child will be safe and secure at all times. Family activities for everyone The whole family can enjoy hosted activities throughout the ship, like pizza making, dodge ball, family game 25 Our youngest guests can join interactive and sensory play activities together with their parents. Turtles (Ages 3–5 years) Seals (Ages 6–9 years) Enjoy playing Wii™, Circus School, sports, dance parties, spy/drama games and more – like Super Spy and Survival Night. ON BOARD children are signed up or dropped off by 11:30 pm, the youth center will close for the evening. Visit the youth center on board and ask a youth counselor for details. Port Play If you would like a little adult time while in port, leave the kids with us! Please note, times vary per ship and itinerary. Teen Programme – “Entourage” Fun for Teens (Ages 13–14 & 15–17) Our teen center offers air hockey, foot- ball, a dance floor, Wii games and tele- visions. Teens can also join exciting theme parties every night, the video arcade, sports events and team-building challenges, just to name a few activities. Dolphins (Age 10–12 years) Participate in scavenger hunts, arts and crafts, sports activities, Wii and team-building challenges. Group-sitting options for kids Our youth programmes are all free of charge during the advertised programme times. For group-sitting services at night Norwegian Cruise Line’s youth programme counsellors offer group supervision and activities for children aged 3–12 at a nominal charge. A small charge also applies for supervision during meal times when the ship is in port. Late-Night Fun Zone The “Late-Night Fun Zone” is open every night from 22:30 to 1:30. If no Merchandise, soda packages and Nickelodeon™ Youth Programme Merchandise Norwegian Cruise Line guests can purchase youth programme merchandise. The Norwegian Cruise Line official youth programme items can be a great cruise memory or a gift for someone special at home. Items include messenger bags, luggage tags, sunglasses, hats and T-shirts. Items are subject to availability. Grab a soda Enjoy unlimited soda fountain visits each day. Adult and teen soda packages are $6,50 per person, per day (13 and older), and the children’s package is $4,50 per person, per day (12 and under). Prices do not include 15% gratuity and applicable taxes. 26 ON BOARD Package must be purchased for the entire cruise and is non-refundable. One soda can be purchased at a time. Thermal container is included in the cost of the programme. You can book the soft-drink beverage package already prior your cruise. On our website you will find an overview of all our beverage packages. If you have booked one of our beverage package in advance please assure yourself to find the corresponding sticker on your key card. NickelodeonTM exclusively on Norwegian Experience family-focused events around the ship with character appearances, poolside events and wacky games. You can even hang out with some of your favourite characters during Breakfast with Nickelodeon. Or choose from additional events, scheduled throughout the week and designed for the whole family. Please be aware that Europe cruises on board 27 Norwegian Epic only offer a reduced Nickelodeon program. Nickelodeon™ on Norwegian is currently available on Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian Epic, Norwegian Gem, Norwegian Getaway and Norwegian Jewel. What to know Registering for activities Parent(s) or guardian(s) must complete a one-time registration form for children/teens 3–17 years of age. After registering, children/teens are free to participate as often as they like. The Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian Epic, Norwegian Getaway and Norwegian Pearl feature the E-Youth automated registration system. Sign-in/sign-out procedures A parent or guardian is required to sign their child(ren) ages 3–12 in and out of the youth program. Parents or guardians must have their key card* (and on some ships the child’s key card) ready for sign in and sign out. ON BOARD Please inquire with the youth staff about special sign out authorization for children 10–12 years old. *In the event the key card is forgotten or lost, a photo ID is necessary to sign the child in and out. Selecting authorized pick-up/ drop-off people Parents or guardians can authorize up to four people, including themselves, to drop off and pick up their child(ren). All authorized people must be over 18 years old and present a key card with a signature upon sign in and sign out. Diaper change For children ages 3–5, youth staff are not able to change diapers or pull-ups. Therefore, we give parents/ guardians a beeper or handy phone to alert them to the duty. These do not work ashore, so one parent or guardian is required to stay on board when a child is participating in the youth programme. Special needs Children with special needs are welcome to attend the youth programme. Parents of children with special needs are encouraged to contact our reservation team to discuss the child’s interests or any special requests. Allergies Parents are encouraged to inform the youth staff if their child(ren) have any food allergies and/or medical conditions by noting this information on the registration form. DISCOVER NEW PLACES WITH SHORE EXCURSIONS One of the best ways to have the most fun (and get the best value) from your cruise is by exploring each port. And whether it’s an adventure or a leisure or sightseeing tour, we offer a wide variety of Shore Excursions for every taste and budget. Our Shore Excursion team has all the details – just ask them or visit www.ncl.eu. On some of our European itineraries and specific sailing dates we also offer besides Shore Excursions in English, German, Italian and Spanish selected Shore Excursions with French-speaking guides (subject to a minimum number of 30 participants). 28 ON BOARD For golf enthusiasts we offer special golf tours on our Hawai’i, Caribbean and Bermuda cruises. already included in the price. • Book a Shore Excursion through Norwegian Cruise Line and it’s conveniently charged to your on-board account. You’ll never have to give your credit card number to a stranger. • Shore Excursions booked in advance of your cruise need to be paid by credit card at the time of booking. • We offer convenient pick-up and drop-off right at the pier. You’ll never wander around the port searching and waiting for your group. • If you participate in one of our Shore Excursions and return to the ship later than expected, there’s no need to worry, the ship will wait for you. Opting for shore excursions from our programme has many benefits: • Book your Shore Excursions in advance. Try the easy pre-cruise booking online or through our Shore excursion team and take advantage of savings for prebookings on selected tours. • Our Shore Excursion specialists both in our reservations department and on board are dedicated to help you find your perfect excursion. • All our tour operator partners are safe, reliable, licensed and insured. • With Norwegian Cruise Line, there are no hidden fees, i.e. all relevant transfers, entrance fees etc. are 29 • Should you miss a Shore Excursion due to unexpected changes in our itinerary we’ll be happy to credit your on-board account or reschedule your excursion. Many tours sell out quickly, so be sure to book yours in advance. For a complete listing of all the tours available for your cruise and to book your Shore Excursions online . Please note: Pre-reservation of Shore Excursions is available until two days prior to departure. Shore Excursions booked in advance will be debited to your credit card at the time of booking. The tickets will automatically be sent to your stateroom. Generally you can cancel any Shore Excursion free of charge up to 48 hours prior to arrival in the port ON BOARD where the tour is scheduled to operate. However, please note that certain Shore Excursions may be subject to different cancellation terms and fees. Norwegian Cruise Line makes arrangements for guests for Shore Excursions solely for the convenience of the guest; Norwegian Cruise Line does not act on behalf of or supervise the parties or persons, who own, furnish or operate such excursions, and the same are provided by independent contractors. Norwegian Cruise Line assumes no responsibility for, nor guarantees the performance of, any such excursion provider, and guests acknowledge that Norwegian Cruise Line shall not be liable for losses or injuries arising from the acts or omissions of such provider. In most ports your ship docks right alongside the quay and you simply walk ashore. At a few ports, shown with an anchor symbol on the itinerary pages of our brochure, we drop anchor at sea and you go ashore in the ship’s small boats – called tenders – which offer a complimentary shuttle service to and from the port. In all ports of call it is the guest’s responsibility to be back on board the ship no later than one hour before the ship’s scheduled departure time. Please be aware that shipboard time may differ from the time in the port of call and that you need to follow the shipboard time. In the event you miss the ship, it will be your responsibility to pay all expenses incurred to rejoin the ship. CAN I BE CONTACTED WHILE I AM ON THE SHIP? All our ships are equipped with modern satellite telephones for easy shore-to-ship dialling. Receiving and sending faxes and e-mails is also possible (charges apply). Central telephone number for all ships: 001 732 335 3280 (from U.S. $ 7,95 per minute) For friends and family who stayed at home: please bear in mind the respective time difference if you would like to reach one of our guests on board and don’t forget to keep the ship name, guest name, stateroom number and your own credit card number ready. 30 ON BOARD Area codes for all fax numbers: 011-870 Fax numbers of our ships: One-off U.S. $ 3,95* Per minute U.S. $ 0,75 100 minutes U.S. $ 55 250 minutes U.S. $ 100 N. Breakaway area code +783 208 325 N. Dawn area code +331 130 711 N. Epic area code +765 046 738 N. Gem area code +761 154 245 *to activate your account. N. Getaway area code +783 253 952 N. Jade area code +764 589 259 IS THERE A DOCTOR ON BOARD? N. Jewel area code +764 453 313 N. Pearl area code +783 156 225 N. Sky area code +331 100 089 N. Spirit area code +331 174 615 N. Star area code +331 108 215 N. Sun area code +331 110 914 Pride of America area code +336 978 411 Cell phones and internet access aboard Most standard cell phones (GSM or CDMA, with standard U.S. 1900 MHz) function in the areas we sail. Roaming service should be set prior to sailing, and international roaming charges may apply. For a fee, you can use your personal computer and mobile devices to connect to our Wi-Fi network. Telephone and fax services are available at applicable ship-to-shore rates. Internet cafés are available on all of our ships (charge applies) which allows you to stay in touch via email and social media. Additionally we offer charged, wireless Internet access in all areas for the use of your private devices. 31 The following rates apply: A doctor and a nurse are on each ship to provide medical care and services at customary charges. Commonly used pharmaceuticals are kept on board and may be prescribed by the ship’s doctor. We recommend purchasing travel health insurance prior to your departure. Please note that themedical facilities and personnel are only equipped to provide basic medical care. We cannot offer care for conditions requiring specialised expertise or equipment. Guests with such conditions, or in the event of an emergency, may be evacuated at the guest’s expense. Please note that our ships are neither equipped with a dialysis station nor provide dental treatment options. HOW CAN WE CELEBRATE A SPECIAL OCCASION? A cruise definitely is an exceptional setting to celebrate a special event. Whether it’s a bottle of the finest champagne for a special occasion, a tray of gourmet hors d’oeuvres or just something distinctive to brighten up a stateroom, Bon Voyage and Special Gift choices have it all. We also offer special arrangements for honeymooners and wedding ON BOARD anniversaries. Please have your travel agent advise us of your requests at least two weeks prior to your cruise. Prices can be found on our website. Below you’ll find a selection of what we have to offer: The Cheese Block: Selection of cheeses, Camembert, Edam, Gouda, Swiss, Muenster, Blue Cheese and Cheddar with crackers and grapes. (Item No. 305) Flower Arrangements* Chocolate Covered Strawberries: Plate of six chocolate covered strawberries. (Item No. 320) • Harmony (Item No. 800) Romance Packages • Tropical Delight (Item No. 801) There is nothing more special than a honeymoon at sea. We add to the romance with breakfast in bed, an exotic massage for two and a photograph to preserve the memories of your trip. It is our pleasure to arrange for a romantic candlelight dinner for the two of you. • Springtime (Item No. 802) • Classic Dozen Roses (Item No.803) *Flower orders must be made no later than one week prior to sailing. Flowers are not available on cruises from Civitavecchia (Rome). Please note that for cruises departing from Honolulu different item numbers apply. Honeymoon / Anniversary Package*: • Sparkling wine and strawberries in your stateroom • Standard Canapés delivered to your stateroom one evening • Bouquet of Classic Red Roses • One Professional Portrait •Romantic dinner for two in Le Bistro (Item No. 1601) Deluxe Honeymoon Package* with the following additional amenities: Gourmet Fare The Captain’s Choice: Plate of assorted seasonal fruits and a hearty bottle of wine (specify red or white). (Item No. 308) Shrimper’s Delight: Two dozen crisp jumbo shrimp served on ice with lemon and cocktail sauce. (Item No. 304) • Breakfast in bed on one day of your choice • Two 25-minute half-body Swedish Massages”* (Item No. 1602) Romance Package*: • Sparkling Wine and strawberries in your stateroom • Standard Canapés delivered toyour stateroom 32 ON BOARD • Bouquet of Classic Red Roses • Tea service in your stateroom on the afternoon of your choice • One Professional Portrait •Dinner for two in La Cucina (Item No. 1603) complete with streamers, confetti, balloons and a delicious party cake. All you have to do is specify the occasion: • Anniversary (Item No. 550) • Birthday (Item No. 551) Deluxe Romance Package* with the following additional amenities: • Bon Voyage (Item No. 552) • Breakfast in bed on one day of your choice (All arrangements are subject to change.) • Two 25-minute half-body Swedish Massages* • Dinner for two in Le Bistro instead of La Cucina (Item No. 1604) *Romance packages are also available with non-alcoholic drinks for the same price (just add NON behind the item number). • Congratulations (Item No. 553) Kids Nickelodeon Bedtime Kit (Item No. 403) The kit consists of the following: • SpongeBob Cinch Bag • SpongeBob blancet • SpongeBob Pillow Case • SpongeBob Flameless Candle clap on clap off nightlight • Batteries for Flameless Candle • Nickelodeon Sunglasses • Nickelodeon Toothbrush • Nickelodeon at Sea Drink Cup • SpongeBob Storybook • SpongeBob Paper Model • Nickelodeon Splash Ball Only available on Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian Epic, Norwegian Gem, Norwegian Getaway and Norwegian Jewel. Gift Certificates Party Packages Is someone celebrating a special occasion while on board? You can arrange for Norwegian Cruise Line’s exclusive royal treatment. Guests will enter a festively decorated stateroom 33 What’s the easiest way to make sure that your gift will be exactly what your loved ones want? Purchase a Norwegian Cruise Line On-board Credit Certificate for them. They can be used towards the purchase of almost any item on board the ship and are available in U.S. $ 25 increments. ON BOARD Mandara Spa Gift Certificates: Can be used toward the purchase of any spa service or item. For further information please contact your travel agent or our reservations department. CAN I SMOKE ON BOARD? The health and wellbeing of our guests is important to us, so nearly all areas throughout all Norwegian Cruise Line ships are smoke free. Guests setting sail on a Norwegian cruise holiday are not permitted to smoke in their staterooms nor on their outside balconies. Any guest that smokes in the stateroom or the outside balcony will be charged a cleaning fee of U.S. $ 250 per stateroom to their on board account. Smoking is prohibited in all bars, restaurants, conference rooms, corridors, WC, staircases and landings. In an effort to diminish the presence of smoke indoors, cigarette smoking will only be permitted in the casino by players, where ashtrays and appropriate signage will be displayed. Guests may utilise the enclosed cigar bars on board Norwegian Breakaway, Norwegian Epic, Norwegian Getaway, Norwegian Gem, Norwegian Pearl, Norwegian Dawn, Norwegian Jade, Norwegian Jewel and Norwegian Spirit for cigarette, cigar and pipe smoking. Please check before you sail. In addition, smoking cigarettes, cigars and pipes in outdoor public guest spaces and open decks is prohibited, including near outdoor venues which serve food, in open spaces such as the jogging track, sports complex, children’s pool and in The Haven outdoor areas. On Norwegian Breakaway and Norwegian Getaway, smoking on the Waterfront will be permitted on the starboard side only, except by the outdoor dining areas. The smoking permission in declared areas can be repealed temporarily, for example during safety drills, the preparation of shore leaves with tender boats or during refuel. ARE THERE ANY AGE LIMITS FOR DRINKING ON BOARD? MAY I BRING ALCOHOL ON BOARD? Guests under 18 years of age are not allowed to purchase or consume alcohol aboard our fleet. With parental consent, guests aged 18 to 20 can purchase beer or wine for their personal consumption when the ship is sailing in international waters (except Alaska and Hawai’i sailings, where guests must be 21 years or older to purchase and consume alcohol of any kind). Parental consent for alcohol consumption can only be given on board, with the accompanying parent or legal guardian present to fill out the Young Adult Alcoholic Beverage Waiver form at the Guest Services Desk. Notarized parental consent or any other document filled out prior to the cruise will not be accepted. Guests 18 years of age or older are permitted to consume alcoholic beverages when sailing on round-trip European voyages without having to complete the Young Adult Alcoholic Beverage Waiver form. 34 ON BOARD Guests 21 years and older are allowed to bring bottle(s) of wine or champagne aboard. When consumed on board, there will be a U.S. $ 15 corkage fee per bottle (750 ml) added to your on-board account. Other alcoholic beverages and liquors are not allowed to be brought aboard for consumption. Any liquor purchased in a port of call will be stored for safekeeping and available for pickup at a designated location on the last evening of the cruise. The Freestyle Daily newsletter will list the location and time for pickup. Norwegian Cruise Line encourages the responsible use of alcohol and accordingly reserves the right to permanently or temporarily revoke the drinking privileges of any guest who violates Norwegian Cruise Line’s Guest Code of Conduct or who is deemed by vessel management as a danger to himself or herself or others. Continued abuse of alcohol while sailing and/or violation of Norwegian Cruise Line’s alcohol policy may result in immediate disembarkation. 35 Such short-term amendments are always justified by serious circumstances and are being executed for your own safety. WHAT ABOUT NOISE LEVELS – IS IT QUIET AT SEA? Usually, the ships sail at night and due to the operation of the engines some staterooms – especially those on lower decks – may be slightly noisier than others. The same applies to staterooms close to nightclubs, lifts or staircases. IS THERE A CHANCE OF ROUGH SAILING? HOW ABOUT SAFETY AND SECURITY? CAN THERE BE CHANGES TO THE ITINERARY? All Norwegian Cruise Line ships are fully stabilised for the smoothest possible cruising and we aim to plan our itineraries to sail in regions at the times of year when the seas are at their calmest. Norwegian Cruise Line adheres to the highest standards of shipbuilding in the world. All our ships meet the most current SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) specifications. Our ships also pass various annual government safety and sanitation inspections. Any changes will be brought to your attention prior to or with the confirmation of your booking if possible. For changes that occur after you have received the confirmation of your booking, please see our Terms and Conditions. Rarely, the situation occurs that Norwegian Cruise Line needs to amend the itinerary on short notice in advance of or during the cruise. On the first day of your cruise, you will be asked to take part in an obligatory life boat drill, where you will learn what to do in case of an emergency. In such an event, you will be asked to go to your assigned muster station (detailed directions to the so-called “assembly station” can be found on the back of your stateroom door). We recommend ON BOARD/AFTER THE CRUISE that you always set your stateroom TV to standby mode to obtain all necessary information through a special channel designated for emergencies. Our ships visit a large number of ports in numerous countries around the world. While it is unlikely, it is possible to have a scheduled stop at what has become a “trouble spot” in terms of crime and/or war or terrorist actions. Therefore, it may be necessary to change the published cruise or Shore Excursion itinerary. Any such changes are for your safety and beyond our control. While your comfort and safety are our top priorities, we cannot guarantee freedom from all risks associated with war, terrorism, crime or other potential sources of harm. We remind all guests that they must ultimately assume responsibility for their actions while ashore. It is strongly recommended that guests and their travel agents obtain and consider information on local conditions issued for example by government institutions when making travel decisions. ARE VISITORS ALLOWED ON BOARD For security reasons, only ticketed guests can gain entry to our ships. WHERE CAN I KEEP MY VALUABLES? All staterooms and suites include a safe for your valuables. Please note, however, that Norwegian Cruise Line is not and cannot be held responsible for the loss of or any damage done to valuables left in staterooms or elsewhere on board. WILL MY ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT WORK ON BOARD? The voltage on board is 110 volts and partly 220 volts AC. For European appliances an adapter may be needed (U.S. norm). Some electrical equipment requires special batteries. Make sure to buy those at home, because certain battery types may not be available at some ports. GUEST CONDUCT POLICY To view Norwegian Cruise Line’s Guest Conduct Policy in its entirety, visit www.ncl.eu/guest-conductpolicy. WHAT TIME DOES DISEMBARKATION STARTS? Upon arrival at the port of disembarkation, customs and immigration officials must clear the vessel. This procedure generally takes about two hours. Please ensure that you have arranged for an adequate flight time considering this and the transfer time from pier to airport. Wherever possible we offer Freestyle Disembarkation, which means that there’s no need to hurry, so relax over breakfast and step ashore. For further information and the exact disembarkation time, please see the Freestyle Daily newsletter and the information sheet which is delivered to your stateroom closer to disembarkation. The day before disembarkation you can pick up coloured luggage tags in 36 AFTER THE CRUISE the reception area that correspond with the time you would like to leave the ship. Please remember that times are approximate. Fix the luggage tags to the pieces of luggage that you would like us to take off the ship for you and place those outside your stateroom door no later than midnight. Don’t forget an overnight bag for prescriptions and need-tohave items. Keep documents (passport, proof of ID, airline tickets, etc.) in your carry-on luggage. In the course of the morning, announcements will be made indicating when each “colour” can leave the ship. Please do not disembark until your colour luggage tag has been called. After leaving the vessel, you may claim your luggage at the pier. Lost or damaged luggage must be reported to a Norwegian Cruise Line representative prior to leaving the customs area. Furthermore, in some ports you can take advantage of our “Easy WalkOff”. This means you can leave the ship as soon as it is cleared by local authorities, carrying all your own luggage off the vessel. WHEN DO I SETTLE MY ACCOUNT? The night before disembarkation you will receive a statement of your on-board account listing all your expenses. Please check this invoice carefully. Any complaints should be brought up prior to disembarkation at the reception desk. In case you have registered a credit card, the amount due will be debited automatically, which means that on the day of disembarkation you don’t 37 have to check out at the reception desk but can simply leave the ship with your key card. Please note that any purchases made after your final statement was issued will not be charged automatically to your credit card and you will have to pay these extras at the reception desk on the day of disembarkation. An exception to this are items from the minibar consumed on the last evening of the cruise which will be charged to your credit card. Should you have paid the deposit in cash, you will be refunded the remaining part of your deposit at the reception desk in U.S. Dollar. TRANSPORTATION If you have purchased a transfer with us, you will be taken to your hotel or directly to the airport. In case you have not booked an organised transfer, rental car stations and taxi services are usually available at each pier. LATITUDES & CRUISE REWARDS The biggest compliment we can receive is someone choosing to cruise with us again. And the more you cruise with us, the more rewarding it gets for you. We reward your loyalty with special pricing, priority service, exclusive offers, fun contests and more. It is called the Latitudes Rewards programme and it’s divided into four tiers: Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum, with benefits commensurate with your tier level. To learn more, visit www.ncl.eu/latitudes. And don’t forget: Please provide your Latitudes number with every request. on-board credit of U.S. $ 100 each that you can use on your current cruise to pamper yourself in the spa, splurge in the Gift Shops or take the Shore Excursion that you have always dreamed of. You’re free to use it wherever. Please note that for this programme special terms and conditions apply. See our Cruise Consultant on board for full details. It’s easy to get your free U.S. $ 100: • Place your U.S. $ 250 deposit on a future cruise of six nights or longer by filling out the form you’ll find on board and drop it off at the Reception Desk or leave it with your Cruise Consultant. • You don’t have to choose your future sail dates or itineraries at that time – just book a new cruise and sail within the next four years. • Please note that Cruise Rewards can only be redeemed on cruises of six nights and longer. MAKE A U.S. $ 250 DEPOSIT ON A FUTURE CRUISE, GET U.S. $ 100 TO SPEND NOW! You’ve only just arrived on board but can’t wait to plan your next cruise with Norwegian Cruise Line? On board you have the possibility to purchase Freestyle Cruise Rewards deposits towards a future cruise with us of U.S. $ 250 each (The deposit will be the Euro equivalent. The echange rate is revised on a quarterly basis.). Our thank you for your loyalty is an Purchase a maximum of four Cruise Rewards per person. Limit of one Cruise Reward deposit per one future stateroom. Cruise Rewards are fully transferable at no cost. Do you want to always be up-todate? Then register for our newsletter at www.ncl.eu and you’ll receive reglar news about Freestyle Cruising and our special offers. The Terms & Conditions stated in our current Freestyle Cruising brochure apply; the passenger accepts the conditions contained therein. Status: March 2015, subject to change. 38 NOTES 39 NCL (Bahamas) Ltd., Wiesbaden Office | Continental Europe Branch Kreuzberger Ring 68 | 65205 Wiesbaden | Germany Denmark Phone: +45 78 77 28 22 | Norway Phone: +47 21 95 62 10 Finland Phone: +358 9 3157 9407 | Sweden Phone: +46 8 403 087 02 France Phone: +49 1805 62 55 27 Other European Countries: 0800 03 10 21 21 (toll-free from landline network*) Fax: 0800 03 10 21 22 (toll-free from landline network*) E-mail: reservations@ncl.com *Rates differ for calls from mobile network.