| 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 cruisewear,
designer fragrances, porcelain collectibles -toothpaste, too,
in case you forgot. There's also a fiine 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, photograpgers 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 worls 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.
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