Is there anything I can't take with me?
Some things are NOT permitted on board
- Explosives or fireworks
- Guns, knives or weapons of any kind
- Drugs or alcohol
- Illicit substances
- Flammable liquids
- Any other item prohibited by law
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Nautical Glossary
- Above-water hull
The hull section of a vessel above waterline, the visible part of a ship. Also, topsides.
- Act of Pardon / Act of Grace
A letter from a state or power authorising action by a privateer. Also see Letter of Marque.
- Abandon ship!
An imperative to leave the vessel immediately, usually in the face of some imminent danger.
- Fast
Fastened or held firmly (fast aground: stuck on the seabed; made fast: tied securely).
- Fender
An air or foam filled bumper used in boating to keep boats from banging into docks or each other.
- Dog-watch
The watches from four to six and six to eight in the evening.
- Gunnel
The large plank that runs along the upper part of a ship's side.
- Hoy
A particular kind of vessel.
- Water line
The line made by the water's edge when a ship has her full proportion of stores on board.
- Fresh away
When your ship increases its velocity.
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Find answers to all your questions.
- What payment options do I have to pay for my cruise?
- Accepted payment with selected credit cards (1.5% surcharge applies). More info here.
- Once onboard, how do I pay for extra items?
- Multiple ways of purchasing goods onboard are available to you - from Credit Cards to cash. More info here.
- I have kids. What facilities do you have for children?
- Qualified staff run a great choice of awesome activities for kids of all ages, giving you the option to spend the day child-free. Here's how it works.
- What's actually included in the cruise price?
- Accommodation, all main meals, entertainment and use of facilities such as swimming pools, gym, spas, table tennis, children's centres (excluding late night group child-minding) and library are all included in your cruise package.
- What are the different types of cabins available? What's the difference between them?
- Choose from outstanding balcony cabins with ocean views, great-value internal cabins, 4-berth options to share with family or friends or outside cabins with windows. Click here for more information.
For the answers to many other questions check out our Frequently Asked Questions
Internet Access
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