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TRAVEL DOCUMENTS A valid
passport with expiration date at least six months after
traveling is required. PLEASE MAKE SURE YOU DO NOT PACK YOUR
PASSPORT IN YOUR LUGGAGE. PLEASE HAVE IT ALWAYS WITH YOU! You
will have to deliver your passport to the chief purser for the
duration of the cruise.
VISA
Only USA and Canadian passport
holders do not require any visa for this program.
WEIGHT LUGGAGE ALLOWANCE
One bag of total 50 lbs is
allowed for the check-in and one carry-on that should fit in the
cabin.
CLOTHING
DRESS CODE: Lightweight and
preferably cotton clothes are recommended to suit the weather
conditions of the countries you will visit. Do not forget to
pack your umbrella, your toilette bag, a spare pair of
glasses or contact lenses if you use them. A hat and
sunglasses are always recommended. A pair of binoculars is also
recommended; you will enjoy your sailing and excursions more.
ON SHORE: Comfortable shoes are
strongly recommended when you are on excursions as they often
include some walking. Bring a light sweater with you in case of
rain or if you find the motorcoach air-conditioning is too cold. If you
visit places of worship, shorts are not allowed and the
shoulders must be covered.
ONBOARD DURING THE DAY: Dress
code is casual; shorts, t-shirts etc.
EVENING DRESS CODE: Your daily
program will inform you of the daily dress code onboard after
6:00 pm. There will be some informal and some formal evenings
that will be communicated to you day by day on the daily
program. For the formal night, gentlemen are required to wear a dark suit and the ladies
an evening dress. For the informal night, suit or jacket and tie
would be appropriate for gentlemen and a cocktail dress, skirt
or pantsuit for ladies. For the casual night: Comfortable simple
clothes are suggested. Trousers, jeans, shirts or t-shirts for
both ladies and gentlemen.
PAYMENT ONBOARD
The official currency onboard is
the Euro. Passengers can exchange money onboard,
AMEX/VISA/MASTERCARD are accepted. Upon embarkation, all
passengers register their credit cards with the Purser office
and charge all extras such as drinks/laundry/onboard services
etc. to their cabin account which is settled at the last day.
GRATUITIES
I. CRUISE: Tipping for the whole
staff of the cruise is $7 Euros per person per day and is
automatically added to your cabin’s bill. Should you wish to
modify this, please contact the chief purser onboard.
II. TOURING: Tipping suggested
for the touring is $2 per person per excursion for the guide and
same for driver.
MEALS
Breakfast is served buffet early
bird at the Bistro and at proper times according to the time
schedule in the dining room. Lunch is served around noon buffet
style at the Bistro and in the open seating area of the
restaurant. Dinner is served in the restaurant in two seatings,
at 6:00pm and 7:00pm (exact time maybe modified according to the
excursions).
All passengers will have been
pre-assigned seating and tables for dinner.
SPECIAL DIETS
Passengers requiring special
food preparation due to medical reasons are required to contact
the maitre d’ onboard the first afternoon upon embarkation.
HEALTH AND MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS
Health requirements vary
depending upon the countries you will be visiting.
Guests are required to report
any physical disability that may require special attention or
treatment to Catholic Heritage Tours at the time of booking.
YOUR MEDICATION
If you are taking any medication
and you are under medical supervision, please bring a copy of
your doctor’s notes with you.
MEDICAL FACILITIES
All vessels are equipped with a
surgery and doctor who will see patients during opening hours.
Emergencies are, of course, attended immediately. A customary
fee is charged for the services and medication.
SMOKING/NON SMOKING POLICY
All lounges and dining rooms
onboard are non smoking areas.
LAUNDRY AND PRESSING
A laundry and pressing service
is available onboard the vessel (you will find a price list in
your cabin). Leave your clothes in the laundry bags provided in
your cabin. Your cabin steward will do what is necessary and
return them to you the following day.
DUTY FREE SHOPS
Discover the fine selection of
items in the duty free shops. The onboard shops are open only
when sailing.
PHOTOGRAPHY SERVICES
All your unforgettable
experiences on excursions and onboard will be photographed by a
professional team of photographers. All photos will then be
displayed at the Photo Gallery.
BEAUTY SALON
The hairdresser onboard will
take care of all your coiffure needs. We however suggest you
make an appointment. A great opportunity to relax is also
offered in the massage and beauty treatment area.
ELECTRIC CURRENT
The electric
current onboard is 220 AC and plugs are of two round holes.
Passengers from the USA need only plug adaptors. Please remember
to bring appropriate plug adaptors.
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