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“What To Know Before You Go” Welcome Aboard Celtic Thunder Cruise, 2014! We hope you are as excited as we are about the upcoming Celtic Thunder Cruise, 2014! It is going
to be an incredible cruise for artists and fans alike and we look forward to hosting you aboard the
world’s finest floating music festival venue, the MSC Divina! It is time to prepare you for the journey
ahead. The information contained in this document is designed to organize all of your travel
details…what you should and shouldn’t pack, travel tips, first time cruiser information and
reminders,
plus
what
you
need
to
do
upon
your
arrival
in
Miami,
Florida.
In addition, we have included information regarding cruise documents, I.D. requirements, cruise
check-in, getting to the cruise terminal, boarding the MSC Divina and more…everything you need
to know before you go!
Enclosed you will find:
•
General Information Regarding Traveling to the Port & Ship
•
Information on required Travel Documents
•
Cruise Check-In & Embarkation details
Whether or not you’ve cruised before, please take the time to carefully read this document as it
contains important information that will be crucial in preparing you for hassle free travel and provide
smooth sailing during your 4-night music odyssey! On behalf of all the bands and crew aboard the
CELTIC THUNDER CRUISE, we wish you “safe travels” and can’t wait to see you aboard…Bon
Voyage!
Thank You,
Your Celtic Thunder Cruise Team
Cruise Details
Cruise Line:............................... MSC
Ship: ............................................ MSC Divina
Departure Day: ....................... Saturday, November 8, 2014
Departure Time: ..................... 5 PM
All Aboard (no Later than) .. 3 PM
Return Day: .............................. Wednesday, November 12, 2014
Return Time: ............................ 7 AM
Departure City: ....................... Miami, Florida
Port/Terminal: ......................... PortMiami, Terminal F
Itinerary:
Day
Port
Sat. Nov. 8th
Miami, Florida
Sun. Nov 9th
Nassau, Bahamas
Mon. Nov 10th Thunder Bay
Tue. Nov. 11th
Arrive
Depart
5:00 PM
8:00 AM 6:00 PM
7:00 AM 5:00 PM
Day at Sea
Wed. Nov 12th Miami, Florida
7:00 AM
All guests must be onboard 2 hours prior to our scheduled departure in Miami, Florida, by 3 pm. No
exceptions will be made for late arrival.
Please note that all arrival and departure times are approximate and may change without notice.
Emergency Ship Contact
MSC Divina
Telephone: 011-765097163 or 011-765097166
Fax: 011- 765097165 or 011-795097168
Ship’s passengers may be contacted via fax or telephone. All calls will be directed to the
ship’s radio office and transferred accordingly. Calls will incur ship to shore charges anywhere
from $6.95 USD to $13.95 USD AND UP! We advise that your friends, co-workers and relatives use
only in case of an emergency.
ID Requirements
Don’t get left behind, make sure you have the proper identification to
board the ship. Remember, you are leaving the country!
For both security and immigration purposes, each guest is responsible for bringing all
necessary travel documents and identification required for the cruise itinerary. Only a valid
passport (please note exception for closed loop sailings defined below) or other WHTI
compliant document will be accepted for entry or re-entry into the U.S.
Closed- loop sailings: For all U.S. citizens 16 or older sailing round trip on a cruise
beginning and ending in the same U.S. port, may present one of the following:
1. A Passport – Recommended Form of ID
2. A U.S. government issued photo identification along with Proof of Citizenship:
a. An Original Birth Certificate or State Certified Copy with a raised seal or in
some cases a holographic image.
Please note that neither a notarized copy of a birth certificate NOR a Live Hospital
Birth Certificate will be accepted by the CBP.
Please also keep in mind that if you are traveling using a birth certificate
and you have had a name change (ie: marriage), you will need to provide
proof of that name change (ie: marriage license).
b. Consular report of Birth Abroad or a Certificate of Naturalization in lieu of a
passport. Notarized copies are not acceptable. We highly recommend that if
at all possible, guests travel with a Passport.
3. US Passport Card
4. Enhanced Driver’s License
There are currently only four (4) U.S. States and four (4) Canadian Provinces
producing EDL’s…they are:
United States:
Michigan, New York, Vermont and Washington
Canada:
British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario, and Quebec
Please note that we have been informed by the CBP that they will NOT accept the
following forms of ID:
1. Notarized Photo Copy of a Birth Certificate
2. Notarized Photo Copy of a Passport
3. Record of Live Birth from a Hospital / Hospital Birth Certificate
4. World Passport
5. Social Security Card
6. Voter Registration card
All Non-­‐US citizens are required to have a passport for air, land and sea travel. Alien Registration Card (Green Card)
U.S. lawful permanent residents will continue to be able to use their Alien Registration Card
issued by the Department of Homeland Security or other valid evidence of permanent
residence status to apply for entry to United States.
Card renewal is an important matter. ARC holders (United States permanent residents) with
expired cards may be considered “out of status” and may be denied entry / reentry into the
United States. If your ARC was issued over 10 years ago, you should check the expiration
date printed on the front of the card. If your card is expired, or it is about to expire, you
should renew your card before you sail.
If you are holding an old edition ARC WITHOUT an expiration date, you will not be detained
from entering the United States but U.S. Customs and Border Protection highly suggests
that you apply for a new card before you sail.
For more information, please visit:
http://www.getyouhome.gov/html/lang_eng/index.html
We also strongly encourages guests to visit the Department of Homeland Security website
(http://www.dhs.gov) or the Foreign Affairs & International Trade Canada website
(http://www.voyage.gc.ca) for the most up-to-date traveler information including passport
and visa requirements as well as travel advisories and safety recommendations.
Please Note: Neither MSC nor Celtic Thunder Cruise are responsible for advising guests of
required travel documents or of worldwide travel advisories. Guests who fail to have the required
documents for vessel security and immigration will be denied boarding and such guests shall not
be entitled to any refund nor shall MSC Cruises have any further liability to such guests.
Cruise Documents/Online Check-In
About 1-2 weeks prior to our departure you will receive your Cruise Documents via
email. These documents will include your Embarkation Ticket and printable Luggage
Tags, which you should plan to print and bring with you to Terminal F in Miami.
It is important for you to review your documents to make sure that all the information is
correct. If you find any misspelled names, names that do not match your Passport/Birth or
other critical errors, please advise us ASAP. Some names may have been shortened
because they are too long and will not fit on the document. Middle names may not be
listed either. If you experience this, there is no need to contact us.
For your convenience, MSC offers Web Check In at:
http://www.msccruisesusa.com/us_en/Already-Booked/Webcheckin.aspx.
Simply go to the link and follow the prompts to complete your check in. Please understand
that information for all passengers in the cabin will be visible when you log-in. Make sure
you have the following information: Ship (MSC Divina), Sailing Date (November 8, 2014),
MSC Booking Number, Passport Number (if you are using it as your ID), Address, Birth Date,
Phone Number and Emergency Contact. Please use the exact name spelling that is listed on
your MSC documents. However, if your name is hyphenated, the system does not always
recognize the hyphen, therefore if you are given a “wrong booking number” error, please remove
the hyphen from your name (ie: Last name: Johnson-Smith you would input as Johnson Smith).
Web Check In, while not mandatory, is highly recommended, as it will expedite your check
in at the pier. Web Check-In is available up to 72 hours prior to sailing. Please note that MSC
Web Check In will not function when accessed via AOL. Use another web browser such
as Internet Explorer for access. In addition, technical support is available at (877) 665-4655.
Getting Ready
Packing
Not sure what you should and shouldn’t pack? First make sure you bring the following items
with you in a carry-on NOT in your checked luggage:
• Passport/Identification – you will need them to check-in
• Medicines – Any medicines you may need for the day and evening
• Camera – For pictures during the sail away
• Laptop – For connecting to the internet, if needed
• Sunglasses – To protect against the sun
• Money/Credit Cards – You will need them at check-in
• Sunscreen – To protect against the sun
• Anything you may need prior to receiving your luggage, which may not arrive
until the early evening.
Don’t forget about the official Sail Away Party at the pool stage. Get ready for a very busy
first day and night aboard the Celtic Thunder Cruise!
By the way, MSC’s normal dress code does not apply…this is YOUR cruise so dress up or
dress down…wear whatever you want! However, please be aware of our special theme
nights listed later in the “ATTIRE FOR EVENTS” section below.
We recommend that you hand-carry all travel documents (passports, airline tickets, etc.)
medications, jewelry and any personal items that you may need in a separate carry-on bag.
Please do not put these items into checked luggage as they may become lost and prevent
you from boarding the ship. Also, luggage may take a few hours before it is delivered to your
cabin.
On the last evening of your cruise your luggage will be collected for disembarkation the
following morning. You will want to pack a separate overnight bag to accommodate your
last evenings' clothes and toiletries to carry off the ship with you.
What Not to Pack
No illegal substances, alcohol or non-alcoholic beverages, food, weapons or pets. The use
of illegal drugs is strictly prohibited onboard MSC Cruises. All US and international laws
pertaining to drug use should be respected, and will be strictly enforced.
Attire For Events
In addition to tons of fabulous entertainment on board, the Celtic Thunder Cruise hosts a
variety of different themed nights. So, don't forget to pack for...
Saturday, November 8 – Sail Away Party
Our second Celtic Thunder Cruise kicks off with an amazing Sail Away Party on November
8th. Make your way to the pool stage on Deck 14 by 5pm, where we will introduce the guys
from CELTIC THUNDER, as well as meet our wonderful GUEST ARTISTS who will be
entertaining you throughout the cruise. We have a couple of surprises up our sleeve to get
you into the Cruisin' Spirit and kick things off...Celtic Thunder Style!!!
Sunday, November 9 – Black Tie Night
Dust off your Glad Rags, and put on your dancing shoes! We are bringing you a night of
fabulous Holiday entertainment on Sunday November 9th! Come prepared with your formal
attire…this night is “Dress to Impress.”
Monday, November 10 – The Wearing of the Green
Show off your Irish side and be sure to wear something green…any shade…or 40 shades
will do! What an amazing site this will be to have a “sea” of green both while ashore on
Thunder Bay and aboard the ship!
Tuesday, November 11 – Celtic Thunder Fan Night
Break out those Celtic Thunder T-Shirts, hats or jackets OR custom make your own tribute to
Celtic Thunder and wear it with pride on Tuesday November 11th. Let’s have fun and show
these boys our love and support!
Scheduled Entertainment
We are very excited about the incredible entertainment schedule we have planned aboard
the Celtic Thunder Cruise! We are diligently working out all the last minute details, exact
times and locations for all events and performances so that we can fit as much
entertainment and fun into your cruise as possible. We will release the schedule within a few
days prior to sailing. In the meantime, here is a summary of the events and performances
we are preparing for your enjoyment.
Main Theatre
All shows below will be in our Main Theatre, The Pantheon Theatre, located on Deck 5 and 6
Forward. All of these shows will have assigned seating, therefore, there is no need to line up
ahead of time. Your seat number will be located on the back of the laminate you will receive
during Embarkation.
v Celtic Thunder - Holiday Show
v Celtic Thunder - Mythology Show
v Colm & Emmet - Celtic Comet
v Ryan & Neil - Acoustic By Candlelight
v Keith Harkin
v Chloe Agnew
v Gaelic Rhythm Show (Irish Dance show)
Other Venues
The performances below will be scheduled throughout the cruise at different times and
locations (to be announced once the final schedule is released). These shows will be on a first
come, first served basis. Please understand that some of these venues may have limited
seating due to occupancy constraints so you may want to plan accordingly:
v Sail Away Party with Celtic Thunder
v Emmett O'Hanlon Gig
v Paddy Cole and his Jazz Band
v Mick Thomas Comedy Shows (One of which will be family show, 1 adult only show)
v Sandra O'Hara 'An Evening of Spirit Messages'
v The Killdares Gigs
v Gaelic Storm Shows
v The Young Dubliners gigs
v FullSet Band Gigs
v 1Piano 4 Hands
v Mixologist Cocktail Demonstrations
v Surprise Entertainment at Thunder Bay
v Whiskey & Cigar Event (additional cost)
v Afternoon Teas with Celtic Thunder Producer, Sharon Browne (additional cost)
v Irish Dance Lessons
v Ceili Dancing
v Cooking Demo
v Pub Quiz's
v Basketball Games
v Game Shows
v Q & A
v Irish Movies
v DJ
v Bingo
v And much, much more!!
Pre-Departure Reminders
LAST MINUTE PREPARATION
Prescriptions/Medications
While cruise ships have physicians and limited medical centers onboard, they are not able to
fill your prescriptions. Make sure that all drugs that you may require onboard are brought
with you in adequate quantities.
Other over-the-counter drugs that you may use
occasionally (aspirin, ibuprofen, Pepto-Bismol, Imodium, cough suppressant, etc.) should
also be included in case they are unavailable on the ship or in port.
Online Airline Check-In/Print Boarding Passes:
Set an alarm so you can complete 24 hours prior to departure (or earlier depending on your
frequent flier member status). Print two copies and keep one as a backup (keep them
separate). Also, depending upon your airline you may need to purchase additional baggage
allowance.
Pack Your Carry-On
Keep a separate bag for items you may need prior to receiving your checked luggage (either
checked on plane or on ship).
Possible contents may include: travel documents
(Passport/personal picture ID, air tickets, air boarding passes, cruise tickets, cruise boarding
passes, online cruise check-in receipt, hotel confirmations, transfer vouchers, traveler’s
checks, miscellaneous travel confirmations, cruise luggage tags if available), iPad,
medications, personal items, extra change of clothes, camera with extra memory, laptop
(with wireless card and Ethernet cable) for use aboard ship, extra batteries for portable
electronic devices, reading glasses, sunglasses, sun block, cell phone, current weather
report, GPS or MapQuest directions to port and/or hotel, magazines, books or book reader,
travel snacks, etc. Many passengers like to make copies of crucial travel documents (ID,
Passport, boarding documents, etc.) and keep separated in a purse or coat.
Getting There
TRAVEL CONSIDERATIONS
While the journey to your cruise destination can be exciting, it can also be difficult if you
aren’t prepared. Here are some important considerations:
Verify Your Flight Status
It is important to confirm your departure times the morning of your departure date. Also,
check all connecting flights to make sure they are on time as well. Confirm special requests,
including meals, wheelchairs and any required medical device clearance. If checking into a
hotel, call the hotel to confirm your arrival time and room location. If possible, ask them to
assign a room in your preferred hotel location at that time.
Attire
Make it all about comfort, from head to toe. Clothing should be loose fitting, breathable,
and you should layer for temperature variations that are very typical on airliners. Make sure
that you wear comfortable shoes that are easily removed for the security scan.
Flying with Children, Elderly or Disabled
Flying these days is difficult enough, but flying with children always adds another level of
complexity. Make sure to pack a bag or backpack for each child with their favorite snack,
toys, books and games (don’t forget the diapers, if required!). Keep these items small and
manageable. Adding a DVD player with favorite videos can be a lifesaver for parents on a
long domestic or international flight.
Try to arrive at the airport a minimum of two hours before your departure, possibly more on
international flights (check with your airline for their recommended arrival time). If you are
traveling with elderly, give yourself plenty of time to get to the gate, particularly if mobility
is an issue. Make sure you have all required medications in your carry on to avoid health
emergencies.
If you will require wheelchair assistance at the pier, please be sure to let us know by emailing
us at [email protected]. Please also be aware that wheelchairs are NOT
available for use on the ship, therefore, if you will require a wheelchair onboard, please visit
the website for Special Needs At Sea at http://www.specialneedsatsea.com. Celtic Thunder
Cruise, MSC as well as On The Blue are in no way affiliated with Special Needs At Sea and
therefore cannot make this reservation for you.
Meals
Since meals are limited on planes today, either bring along your favorite supplemental food
items or purchase food in the airport terminal. Make sure you have plenty of nutrition
options, particularly on long flights. Also, be prepared to pay for optional food and
beverage purchases on your flight with a credit card, as many carriers no longer accept cash.
Airport Parking/Drop Off
If you are taking a taxi or car service, make a reservation. Call to confirm the pick-up time
the night before or a few hours before the flight. Upon arrival at the departure terminal,
utilize the curbside check-in (tip is appropriate) if offered by the air carrier and appropriate
for your situation. If not, go directly to the bag drop inside the terminal if you are already
checked-in online and have your boarding pass. If using a porter to transport your bag…be
prepared to tip.
If you are parking your car, it is preferable to use an off-site parking garage to minimize the
cost. Also, check local airport hotels to see if they offer a competitive long-term parking
option. Upon parking, take all of your bags and proceed to the airport shuttle for transport
to your airline’s terminal. One final bit of advice…If you have a lot of people and luggage in
your party, you may want the person driving the car to unload everyone (including luggage)
at the terminal, then have the driver park the vehicle and take the shuttle back to the
terminal.
Upon arrival, take a public taxi, public shuttle, prearranged private car to the ship or your
hotel. Let your driver know the name of your cruise ship, MSC Divina or hotel name (and
address) for a hassle free shuttle to your destination. Be smart in your travel planning and fly
safe…see you at the cruise ship!
Cruise Check-In & Embarkation
While boarding a magnificent ship for the first time can be a once-in-a-lifetime event, it is
important to carefully follow these instructions to avoid complications that might
compromise the experience. Please pay close attention to the following:
Port/Terminal Arrival Time
Please note that check in for the cruise is 1 pm eastern time. Please do not
arrive before 12:30 pm since the port will be congested, as passengers from
the previous cruise will be disembarking. We don’t want you to have long
waits so please follow these instructions to help facilitate an orderly
boarding process. All passengers should be on board the MSC Divina no later
than 2 hours prior to sailing (3 pm). Thank you for your cooperation!
Travel Time
Approximately 8 miles from Miami Int’l Airport (25 minutes, longer at rush hour)
Approximately 25 minutes from the Ft. Lauderdale Int’l Airport (45 minutes, longer at rush
hour)
Directions
Are you driving yourself to the ship?
Address
PortMiami
1015 N. America Way
Miami, FL 33132
Directions are below. For a map of PortMiami and a map of directions, Click Here.
We are currently scheduled to depart from Terminal F.
If using a GPS device, enter 1015 N. America Way, Miami, Florida 33132 as the address of
your destination. Once at the Port's bridge, turn off your GPS, stay in the left lane, and follow
the signs to designated terminal.
From the North: Take I-95 South and exit 3B-Bayside. Head south to Northeast 5th
Street and turn left. Fifth Street will lead onto the PortMiami bridge. Continue over the
bridge and follow signage to designated terminal.
From the South: Take I-95 North and exit at Northwest 2nd Street. Head straight to
NW 5th Street and make a right. Fifth Street will lead onto the PortMiami bridge.
Continue over the bridge and follow signage to designated terminal.
Entering The Port/Terminal Area
Please note that boarding for your cruise will be at PortMiami in Miami, Terminal F You
should keep all passports, cruise documents and online check-in receipts available until you
board the ship as you may need to present them several times.
You will enter the pier area and Port Miami the signs will direct you to terminal F.
The driver should proceed to the checked bag drop area. It is easy to spot as baggage cages
and porters will be present, receiving bags to deliver to your ship. Make sure to print out
your luggage tags from your cruise documents or get luggage tags from one of the porters,
fill them out (simply write your name and cabin number on them), and attach them to all
luggage you wish to check through to your cabin and let the porter know that your luggage
is ready to go. It is customary to tip $1-$2 a bag. If for some reason you do not have your
cabin number, give the porter your name and he/she will provide your cabin number and
the required number of bag tags. Follow signs and instructions to the terminal check in
area.
Additional
information
about
your
cruise
port
may
be
obtained
at
http://www.miamidade.gov/portmiami/cruise-main.asp
Parking at the Port
If you arrive by public taxi, public shuttle, or prearranged private car, simply follow the
process above. If you are parking at the pier, drop off your party at the bag drop area (with
baggage) and let them check the bags with the porters as detailed above. The designated
driver should proceed to the parking garage, park the car and return to his/her party at the
terminal.
The rates for parking at the port are $20 per day (rates subject to change by the Port
Authority)
• On cruise days only, all garages and Lot #2 are open and manned by a parking
attendant from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• Security-patrolled and illuminated.
• Full payment due upon exiting the parking garage. Please note that Garage J is
prepaid only. Passengers pay upon arrival to garage J and are given a decal to post in
their vehicle for the duration of their cruise.
• Accepted forms of payment: U.S. Dollars; Visa; Master Card; American Express;
Discover, or any major U.S. Traveler’s Check. No debit cards are accepted.
• No advance reservations required.
• Oversized vehicles longer than 20 feet will pay an additional $20 per day
• Disabled parking at PortMiami is free. However, in order to waive parking fees,
appropriate documentation must be provided to the Toll Attendant upon exiting
the parking facility.
Required documentation
•
State Issued Driver's License/I.D. Card or U.S. Passport
•
Original Parking Sales Receipt/Parking Ticket Stub (No Copies)
•
Authentic Disability Placard/Permanent Disability License Plate
•
Proof of Sailing (Sailing Card or Original Purchased Ticket Issued from the Cruise
Line)
•
Letter/Card from Department of Motor Vehicles signifying to whom the Disability
Placard is assigned (Applies to states that do not have a driver's license number on
placard)
For more information: USA Parking, 1-954-462-7287.
Ground Transportation
Taxis are readily available at the airports as well as the pier. For a list of shuttle companies
please visit: https://seaport2.miamidade.gov/gtcompanydir/index.aspx. The current fare
between the Miami International Airport and PortMiami is currently a flat rate of $24. For
other destinations, the cab fare is $2.40 upon entering the taxi and $2.40 per mile thereafter.
Please note that if you have more than 3 large pieces of luggage or a party of 4 or more
guests, a taxi may not be able to accommodate your party. We would suggest utilizing
alternate transportation.
Terminal Check-In Procedures
After dropping off your checked luggage (if required), proceed to the cruise terminal checkin area as directed by signage and MSC personnel. The terminal entrance is clearly marked
and porters, security personnel and cruise line employees will be glad to assist. Once again,
you will need all passports, cruise documents and online check-in receipts available until
you board the ship as you may need to present them several times. You will be required to
walk through cruise security (similar procedure to airport security, with the exception of
shoe removal, in most cases), placing bags, electronic devices, metal objects, etc. on the
security belt and through the metal detector.
Once completed, follow the signage and cruise line personnel into the check-in line, waiting
for the next available cruise line check in agent. The agent will review your documents and
Passports and will ask for a credit card (or cash deposit) in order to activate your Cruise Card.
This card will be used for all onboard purchases, including but not limited to items like bar
purchases, spa, shore excursions, specialty restaurants, gift shop purchases and more.
Cruise ships operate as “cashless” floating cities so make sure you have an adequate credit
line as the cruise progresses. In addition to onboard purchases, the Cruise Card also serves
as your room key and boarding card in all of the ports that you visit. Make sure you always
carry a photo ID along with your Cruise Card when getting off of the ship.
Important: Please notify your credit card company that you will be taking a cruise and
will be traveling out of the country. MSC processes most onboard charges through a bank
in France. Please make sure to inform your credit card company so the fraud unit doesn’t
turn your card off!
Ship “Lingo”
Is this your first time cruising? Confused on which way is Aft and which is Starboard? Look no
further as we have put together a list of unfamiliar terms that you may hear while sailing with
us, but always remember, if you have any questions please feel free to ask!
•
•
Aft –Close to, at, or toward the stern or tail (back of the ship)
Atrium - The central court of a cruise ship that typically can be seen from more than
one story of the ship’s interior.
•
Bow - The very front of the ship.
•
Bridge - The navigational control center.
•
Deck Plan - An overhead diagram of the cabins and the public rooms (For an online
version of the deck plan for the MSC Divina-Click Here).)
•
Disembark - To unload either passengers or cargo from a ship.
•
Dock - Where your ship 'parks' when in port.
•
Forward - The front or near the front of the ship (The main showroom, The Pantheon
Theatre, is located on deck 6 and 7-Forward). )
•
Gangway - Allows you access on and off the ship.
•
Hospitality Desk – Located on Deck 6 midship and is staffed with Celtic Thunder
Cruise/On The Blue personnel to answer any questions relating to your Celtic Thunder
Cruise vacation. Please visit the hospitality desk if you have questions unless they are
specifically related to your on board account or shore excursions.
•
Midship - The middle of the ship.
•
Muster - To come together or assemble aboard ship for inspection or roll call.
(Mandatory for all passengers before we sail)
•
Muster Station - A specific location on ship to gather, based on stateroom
assignment.
•
Pier - A structure built out over the water and supported by pillars or piles: used as a
landing place.
•
Port - The left side of a ship as one faces forward. All cabins on the Port side are odd
numbered cabins on the Divina.
•
Port of Call - Regular stopover(s) on a cruise itinerary.
•
Reception – For questions regarding your cruise account, your stateroom and
anything directly related to the ship itself, please visit the Divina Reception Desk
Located on Deck 5, midship.
•
Ship - You always cruise on a "ship," never a "boat"
•
Starboard - The right side of the ship as one faces forward. All cabins on the Starboard
side are even numbered cabins on the Divina
•
Stateroom - Your cabin or berth.
•
Stateroom Steward - A person whose work is to maintain the guests' staterooms
while onboard. If you have any questions about your stateroom, please refer to your
Stateroom/Cabin Steward
•
Stern - the very back of the ship
•
Tender - a boat for carrying passengers to or from a ship close to shore.
What’s Next?
We will be updating you these next few weeks with announcements and news to keep you
informed and up to speed on all things Celtic Thunder! This includes:
• One month before sailing, you will receive our Welcome Aboard document, which
will also be available via PDF on our Celtic Thunder Cruise Website.
• One to two weeks before sailing, your cruise documents will be sent electronically to
your email address, which should be printed and brought to the pier along with all of
your necessary documentation i.e., passport, marriage certificate (if needed), birth
certificate and photo ID).
• A day or two before sailing, you will receive a Tentative Onboard Schedule, which will
also be available via PDF on our Celtic Thunder Cruise Website. While the schedule
may change slightly as we approach the sailing date, it is very close to final and will
provide you an opportunity to plan the details for each day of the cruise. You will be
notified by email when these documents are posted on the website.
Here is a brief overview of what will be contained in each of these documents:
•
Tentative Onboard Schedule – This schedule will include information on the start
time and location of the concerts and events on a daily basis, in chronological order.
As you will see, many bands will be playing two times which will make it easier to see
as many as possible. Plan wisely and enjoy the greatest Celtic Cruise in history…your
way!!
•
Welcome Aboard – This handy reference document will include all you need to
navigate the MSC Divina during the Celtic Thunder Cruise. Contents include the
following:
Ø Getting Your Sea Legs…Welcome Aboard!
Ø The Cruise Card
Ø Your Cabin
Ø Tipping
Ø Hospitality Desk
Ø Guest Reception
Ø Accounting
Ø Shore Excursions
Ø Internet & Cell Phone Services
Ø Music Stages
Ø Bar Hours
Ø Dining Options & Hours
Ø Special Events & Activities
Ø Video, Audio & Photo Policy
Ø Video Filming Waiver
Ø MSC Cruises & UNICEF
Ø Alcohol Policy
Ø Smoking Policy
Ø Celtic Thunder Cruise Code of Conduct
Ø Emergency Contact Information
Ø Important Contacts
THE COUNTDOWN CONTINUES…WE’LL SEE YOU ABOARD SOON!