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Cruise Itinerary
| Day | Ports of call | Arrival | Departure |
| 1 | Fort Lauderdale | Sun, Jan 27 2013 16:00 | |
| 5 | Puerto Limon | Thu, Jan 31 2013 07:00 | Thu, Jan 31 2013 19:00 |
| 6 | Panama Canal | Fri, Feb 1 2013 07:00 | Fri, Feb 1 2013 16:30 |
| 9 | Guayaquil | Mon, Feb 4 2013 05:00 | Mon, Feb 4 2013 19:00 |
| 11 | Callao | Wed, Feb 6 2013 14:00 | Wed, Feb 6 2013 00:00 |
| 12 | Callao | Thu, Feb 7 2013 00:00 | Thu, Feb 7 2013 13:00 |
| 17 | Easter Island | Tue, Feb 12 2013 09:00 | Tue, Feb 12 2013 18:00 |
| 20 | Pitcairn Islands | Fri, Feb 15 2013 10:00 | Fri, Feb 15 2013 14:00 |
| 23 | Papeete | Mon, Feb 18 2013 08:00 | Mon, Feb 18 2013 20:00 |
| 26 | X Intl Dateline | Thu, Feb 21 2013 12:00 | Thu, Feb 21 2013 13:00 |
| 29 | Auckland | Mon, Feb 25 2013 07:00 | Mon, Feb 25 2013 17:00 |
| 33 | Burnie | Fri, Mar 1 2013 10:00 | Fri, Mar 1 2013 18:00 |
| 35 | Sydney | Sun, Mar 3 2013 07:00 | Sun, Mar 3 2013 22:00 |
| 39 | Cairns | Thu, Mar 7 2013 07:00 | Thu, Mar 7 2013 17:00 |
| 45 | Guam | Wed, Mar 13 2013 08:00 | Wed, Mar 13 2013 17:00 |
| 49 | Kyoto (Osaka) | Sun, Mar 17 2013 08:00 | Sun, Mar 17 2013 20:00 |
| 50 | Hiroshima | Mon, Mar 18 2013 09:00 | Mon, Mar 18 2013 16:00 |
| 52 | Inchon | Wed, Mar 20 2013 09:00 | Wed, Mar 20 2013 19:00 |
| 54 | Shanghai | Fri, Mar 22 2013 07:00 | Fri, Mar 22 2013 18:00 |
| 57 | Hong Kong | Mon, Mar 25 2013 08:00 | Mon, Mar 25 2013 00:00 |
| 58 | Hong Kong | Tue, Mar 26 2013 00:00 | Tue, Mar 26 2013 17:00 |
| 60 | Cai Lan | Thu, Mar 28 2013 07:00 | Thu, Mar 28 2013 20:00 |
| 63 | Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My) | Sun, Mar 31 2013 07:00 | Sun, Mar 31 2013 17:00 |
| 65 | Bangkok (Laem Chabang) | Tue, Apr 2 2013 07:00 | Tue, Apr 2 2013 19:00 |
| 68 | Singapore | Fri, Apr 5 2013 07:00 | Fri, Apr 5 2013 17:00 |
| 69 | Kuala Lumpur (Port Kelang) | Sat, Apr 6 2013 08:00 | Sat, Apr 6 2013 19:00 |
| 70 | Penang | Sun, Apr 7 2013 09:00 | Sun, Apr 7 2013 18:00 |
| 71 | Phuket | Mon, Apr 8 2013 09:00 | Mon, Apr 8 2013 18:00 |
| 76 | Mangalore | Sat, Apr 13 2013 08:00 | Sat, Apr 13 2013 17:00 |
| 78 | Mumbai | Mon, Apr 15 2013 07:00 | Mon, Apr 15 2013 23:59 |
| 82 | Dubai | Fri, Apr 19 2013 08:00 | Fri, Apr 19 2013 00:00 |
| 83 | Dubai | Sat, Apr 20 2013 00:00 | Sat, Apr 20 2013 17:00 |
| 84 | Doha - Qatar | Sun, Apr 21 2013 08:00 | Sun, Apr 21 2013 23:00 |
| 86 | Muscat (Mina Qaboos) | Tue, Apr 23 2013 08:00 | Tue, Apr 23 2013 17:00 |
| 92 | Luxor & Karnak (Safaga) | Mon, Apr 29 2013 06:00 | Mon, Apr 29 2013 23:59 |
| 93 | Sharm El Sheikh | Tue, Apr 30 2013 08:00 | Tue, Apr 30 2013 18:00 |
| 94 | Aqaba | Wed, May 1 2013 07:00 | Wed, May 1 2013 19:00 |
| 96 | Suez Canal | Fri, May 3 2013 01:00 | Fri, May 3 2013 17:00 |
| 97 | Port Said | Sat, May 4 2013 07:00 | Sat, May 4 2013 20:00 |
| 98 | Ashdod | Sun, May 5 2013 07:00 | Sun, May 5 2013 19:00 |
| 99 | Limassol | Mon, May 6 2013 08:00 | Mon, May 6 2013 17:00 |
| 101 | Istanbul | Wed, May 8 2013 12:00 | Wed, May 8 2013 00:00 |
| 102 | Istanbul | Thu, May 9 2013 00:00 | Thu, May 9 2013 18:00 |
| 104 | Athens | Sat, May 11 2013 06:00 | Sat, May 11 2013 17:45 |
| 106 | Kotor | Mon, May 13 2013 08:00 | Mon, May 13 2013 17:00 |
| 108 | Venice | Wed, May 15 2013 04:00 | |
| Total length of cruise: 107 - nights | |||
TYPICAL ITINERARY
Set sail from Fort Lauderdale on your 107-night Ft. Lauderdale to Venice Cruise to:
Limon, Costa Rica
Costa Rica's Limon Province boasts pristine beaches, sprawling banana plantations and dense rainforest. These Caribbean lowlands are still sparsely populated--nearly a third of the province's population lives around Puerto Limon--and conservation efforts have led to growing eco-tourism. Limon Province offers other charms as well. Afro-Caribbean influences abound, from the lilting speech and reggae rhythms brought by Jamaican settlers to the colorful bungalows lining small fishing villages. Limon is a zesty little slice of heaven.
Panama Canal, Panama
One of the great engineering feats of the 20th century, the Panama Canal accomplished what nature forgot to do; it connected the Atlantic to the Pacific, and reduced the 12,000 mile sailing distance between New York and San Francisco by more than 7,000 miles.
Guayaquil, Ecuador
Guayaquil is the largest and the most populous city in Ecuador, with a metro area population exceeding 3.3 million. The city is the capital of the Ecuadorian province of Guayas and the seat of the namesake canton.Guayaquil is located on the western bank of the Guayas River, which flows into the Pacific Ocean at the Gulf of Guayaquil. Because of its location, the city is the center of Ecuador's business and manufacturing industries.
Lima (Callao), Peru
In 1535, Francisco Pizarro labeled the open plains where Lima now stands as inhospitable. Despite the verdict of the great conquistador, Lima became the center of imperial Spanish power, a "City of Kings" where 40 viceroys would rule as the direct representatives of the King of Spain. With independence in 1821, Lima became Peru's capital. Near Lima, one of the world's most desolate deserts is home to the famed drawings of Nazca. These drawings inspired Erik von Daniken's best-selling book "Chariots of the Gods." With mysteries seeming to be part of Peru's history, perhaps these "drawings" are in fact "the largest astronomy book in the world."
Easter Island, Chile
The monoliths of Easter Island have fascinated and puzzled Westerners since the Dutch seaman Roggeven made landfall there on Easter Sunday, 1722. The mystery of Easter Island's first settlers remains just that - a mystery. Today, most anthropologists believe the island was settled as part of the great wave of Polynesian emigration. (The oldest of the Moai, as the great monoliths are called, date to 700 A.D.) The society that produced the Moai flourished during the 16th and 17th centuries, but population growth, deforestation and food shortages led to its collapse. Today some 3,400 souls inhabit this 64-square-mile island, which lies some 2,200 miles equidistant from Tahiti and South America.
Papeete, Tahiti
Tahiti is not just an island - Tahiti has always been a state of mind. The bustling capital of Tahiti and her islands, Papeete is the chief port and trading center, as well as a provocative temptress luring people to her shores. Immortalized in the novel "Mutiny on the Bounty," who could blame the men of "HMS Bounty" for abandoning their ship in favor of basking in paradise? And what would Modern Art be without Tahiti's influence on Gauguin and Matisse? Today the island is a charming blend of Polynesian "joie de vivre" and Gallic sophistication. But venture out from Papeete and you find a landscape of rugged mountains, lush rainforests, cascading waterfalls and deserted beaches.
Cross International Dateline
Auckland, New Zealand
Straddling a narrow isthmus created by 60 different volcanoes, New Zealand's former capital boasts scenic beauty, historical interest and a cosmopolitan collection of shops, restaurants, museums, galleries and gardens. Rangitoto, Auckland's largest and youngest volcano, sits in majestic splendor just offshore. Mt. Eden and One Tree Hill, once home to Maori earthworks, overlook the city. One of New Zealand's fine wine districts lies to the north of Auckland.
Tasmania (Burnie), Australia
Located on Bass Strait, Burnie is Tasmania's fourth-largest city and a major port. Burnie, surrounded by prime productive farmlands is the gateway to scenic northwest Tasmania, an area rich in picturesque old villages, homesteads and historic homes. Inland lies the rainforest and wilderness of Cradle Mountain National Park, a World Heritage Site.
Sydney, Australia
As your ship passes Harbour Heads, you are presented with the shimmering skyline of Sydney - hailed by many seafarers as "the most beautiful harbor in the world." Two prominent landmarks, Harbour Bridge and the sail-like curves of the Sydney Opera House, grace the backdrop of this picturesque harbor. There is a wealth of adventure waiting in Sydney - from its cosmopolitan city center to miles of beautiful beaches and the Blue Mountains.
Cairns (Yorkeys), Australia
Cairns is one of Australia's hottest vacation destinations. Cairns boasts three of Australia's great natural wonders. Just offshore, immense bastions of living coral form the Great Barrier Reef. Sixteen miles of superb beaches stretch to the north of the city - the famed Marlin Coast. And inland lays the immense Daintree National Park. Cairns itself basks in tropical sunshine, balmy breezes waft in from Trinity Bay. The city's graceful, tree-lined esplanade was once the gateway to the gold fields of North Queensland.
Guam, Mariana Islands
A territory of the United States, Guam is the commercial and tourist center of the Marianas Islands - of all Micronesia in fact. The Chamorro people first settled in the Marianas circa 1500 B.C., Westerners arrived in 1521, when Magellan landed in Guam during his circumnavigation of the globe. Spain ruled the islands as a colony until the U.S. took control during the Spanish American War. The island was twice the scene of combat during World War II - first when the Japanese invaded in 1941 and again when American forces liberated the island in 1944. Guam's strategic location led to the establishment of permanent American military facilities on the island.
Osaka, Japan
For centuries, Osaka was Japan's cultural and commercial gateway to Asia - the point of entry both for trade goods and, most importantly, cultural influences that shaped Japanese society. From tea to Zen, from art to science and philosophy, Osaka was Japan's contact with the great East Asian cultures that flourished in China and Korea. The city reached its zenith in the late 16th century, when the great feudal lord Toyotomi Hideyoshi made Osaka his capital. Toyotomi was master of Japan, and an immense administrative and commercial center rapidly developed around Osaka Castle. After Toyotomi's death, the nation's seat of power shifted from Osaka to a sleepy little fishing village called Edo - modern Tokyo. While overshadowed by Tokyo, Osaka remains Japan's second largest city and a vital commercial center.
Hiroshima, Japan
On August 6, 1945, human history was irrevocably altered when the American bomber Enola Gay dropped an atomic bomb on Hiroshima. The bomb was code-named "Little Boy," but its detonation left half the city in ruins and aflame. Today, Hiroshima is a monument not only to the destructive forces harnessed by men but also to the indomitable will of the human spirit to overcome tragedy. At the heart of the city lies Peace Memorial Park and the Atomic Bomb Dome. The gutted walls of the city's old Industry Promotion Hall and the skeletal frame that supported its copper dome, vaporized in the blast, are instantly recognizable symbols of Hiroshima.
Inchon, Korea
In 1394, royal geomancers chose the site of present-day Seoul as the new capital of the Chosen Dynasty. Today the capital of Korea is home to over ten million inhabitants, a quarter of the country's population. The city is one of the great showcases of Asia, a center for trade, commerce - and tourism. Despite Seoul's hyper-modernism, the city offers an intriguing counterpoint between past and present. Bustling traffic speeds by quiet palace gardens while modern skyscrapers tower over century-old shrines.
Shanghai, China
This fabled port on the Huangpu River has played a pivotal role in the history of modern China. One of seven treaty ports inflicted by the West on Imperial China, the city was famed for the Bund, an elegant section of riverbank lined with European mercantile houses and elegant mansions. Shanghai was also the cradle of the Chinese Communist Party, and it is here that the People's Republic created its vast commercial and industrial bastion. Shanghai is also one of the most fascinating cities on the face of the earth. Its streets are packed with individuals, cars and bicycles, weaving an extraordinary tapestry of humanity. Yet serenity and beauty are always present, be it a class practicing early morning tai chi or the serene repose of the city's jade Buddha.
Hong Kong, China
Skyscrapers form a glistening forest of steel and glass, junks and sampans ply the busy harbor waters, and the green, dragon-crested hills of Kowloon beckon. Welcome to Hong Kong, one of the world's great travel destinations. Now a semi-autonomous region of China, Hong Kong - literally "Fragrant Harbor" - has lost none of its charm, excitement or exoticism. Modern skyscrapers and luxury hotels climb the slopes of Hong Kong Island. Narrow streets are crammed with noodle vendors, fortunetellers and bonesetters. The endless array of shops offer the visitor everything from hand-tailored suits and ancient porcelain to the latest consumer electronics. And everywhere more than six million people are moving at a breathtaking pace in one of the world's great monuments to capitalism, commerce and enterprise.
Cai Lan-Halong Bay, Vietnam
The deepwater port of Cai Lan is your gateway to the splendors of North Vietnam. Nearby Halong Bay is one of the world's extraordinary scenic wonders. This World Heritage Site boasts a calm bay studded with over 3,000 dramatic limestone islands, islets and rock formations. Visitors to Cai Lan can also venture up the Red River to fabled Hanoi, the "Pearl of the North." Today, with memories of the Vietnam War fading, the city impresses with its splendid colonial architecture, ancient temples, superb parks and myriad lakes. It's little wonder that Northern Vietnam remains one of Asia's most popular vacation destinations.
Ho Chi Minh City (Phu My), Vietnam
Over three decades have passed since the Vietnam War ended with the fall of Saigon. Today, the name of this bustling metropolis on the Mekong River is Ho Chi Minh City. Yet, the essence of the city, a major trading center since the 18th century, remains unchanged. The air is filled with the cries of street hawkers and honking horns. Bicycles, motorbikes and automobiles fly down the boulevards at dizzying speeds. And everywhere, friendly faces and warm greetings meet you.
Bangkok (Laem Chabang), Thailand
Laem Chabang is your gateway to Bangkok. This enchanting city on the Chao Phraya River is a magical place where graceful dancers perform in shimmering silk gowns, temples with gold-leaf spires harbor priceless Buddhas and riverboats cruise a maze of canals. The only nation in Southeast Asia to escape colonial rule, Thailand offers a rich and ancient culture that flowered unhindered by Western influence. Proud and strongly nationalistic, the Thai people call their nation Muang Thai - "Land of the Free."
Singapore
Singapore - the very name summons visions of the mysterious East. The commercial center of Southeast Asia, this island city-state of four million people is a metropolis of modern high-rise buildings, Chinese shop-houses with red-tiled roofs, sturdy Victorian buildings, Buddhist temples and Arab bazaars. Founded in 1819 by Sir Stamford Raffles of the fabled East India Company, the city is a melting pot of people and cultures. Malay, Chinese, English and Tamil are official languages. Buddhism, Taoism, Islam, Hinduism and Christianity are the major faiths. Singapore is an ever-fascinating island boasting colorful traditions, luxurious hotels and some of the finest duty-free shopping in the world.
Kuala Lumpur (Port Kelang), Malaysia
From a lawless huddle of kampongs in the trackless jungle, Kuala Lumpur has grown into a fascinating metropolis. Steel and glass towers stand side by side with graceful stone colonial buildings and mosques adorned with slender minarets. The commercial and cultural heart of Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur (better known as KL), is a melting pot. Its population of one million is comprised of Malays, Chinese, Arabs, Hindus, Eurasians and Europeans.
Penang, Malaysia
In 1786 Francis Light persuaded the Sultan of Kedah to cede Pulau Pinang - the "Isle of Betel nut" - to the English crown. Legend has it that Light persuaded his men to clear the overgrown island of Penang by firing a cannon filled with gold coins into the jungle as an incentive. The island was renamed Prince of Wales Island, and its major town was christened Georgetown after King George III. Whether the story is true or not, Penang quickly became a major trading port for tea, spices, china and cloth. Here European, Malaysian, Hindu, Arabic and Chinese cultures met, melded and flourished. Today Georgetown is a cosmopolitan city that has preserved its unique heritage and its exotic blend of cultures.
Phuket, Thailand
Hailed as the "Pearl of the Andaman Sea," this island off Thailand's long southern coast boasts a colorful history. A crossroads for trade, Phuket has been a melting pot of Thai, Malay, Chinese and Western influences. Its importance over the past 500 years stemmed from the island's natural resources, which include tin, hardwoods and rubber. In the past half-century, Phuket has enjoyed wide popularity as one of the premier travel destinations in Southeast Asia. Travelers are drawn to the island's beaches, crystalline waters, and dramatic, forested hills.
Mangalore, India
Mangalore has been a vital Indian port since the 14th century, when dhows laden with spices plied the Arabian Sea. Later, a colorful cast of adventurers, European and Indian, vied for control of the city and the Malabar Coast. Their influences are apparent today in Mangalore's cosmopolitan attitude and in the diverse religions that flourish there. Indeed, the city is famed for its temples and its churches. In recent years, Mangalore has become one of India's premier resort destinations. The Malabar Coast is renowned for its exquisite beaches and crystalline waters.
Mumbai (formerly Bombay), India
India's premier metropolis is a city of stark contrasts, modern towers of steel and glass stand next to stately stone edifices from the days of the Raj. Automobiles race down the crowded streets and everywhere one confronts the paradox of India. The commercial capital of the subcontinent, a large percentage of Mumbai's population lives in hutments without running water or electricity. Yet the fabled "Gateway of India" is a place of haunting beauty, from the marble serenity of the Jain Palace to the Elephanta Caves, where sculptures of Brahma, Shiva and Vishnu were carved out of solid rock over a millennia ago.
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Dubai has always served as a bridge between East and West. In the past, Dubai's trade links stretched from Western Europe to Southeast Asia and China. The result was the creation of one of the most protean societies in the world. Nestled in the very heart of Islam, Dubai remains unique in its embrace of the West. Bedouin may still roam the desert, but Dubai also plays hosts to international tennis and golf tournaments. Tourists flock to its shores while the pace of development continues at a frenetic pace, from massive artificial islands to the astounding Burj Al Arab Hotel.
Doha, Qatar
is the capital city of the state of Qatar. Located on the Persian Gulf. Doha is Qatar's largest city, with over 80% of the nation's population residing in Doha or its surrounding suburbs, and is also the economic centre of the country.
Muscat (Mina Qaboos), Oman
Oman's capital was once a major trading centre controlled and influenced by the Portuguese. Those intrepid explores and traders are long gone. Today, visitors flock to Oman thanks to its azure air, towering desert mountains, and crystalline waters. Muscat itself is an Arabian fable sprung to life. Old 16th century forts guard the bay and the palace, while the vibrant souqs offer daggers, superb silver jewellery, and traditional crafts and costumes.
Luxor/Karnak (Safaga), Egypt
The port of Safaga has become a popular Egyptian seaside resort specializing in water sports and diving holidays. The unspoiled beaches and stiff breezes off the Red Sea made it the perfect site for the 1993 World Windsurfing Championships. But Safaga's real lure is being the gateway to Egypt's mighty and mysterious past, the great Temple of Karnak, the vast necropolis known as "The Valley of the Kings," the ruins of Luxor Temple, and Ramses II's great temple at Abu Simbel in Aswan.
Sharm el Sheikh, Egypt
Sharm el Sheikh has been a sleepy fishing village, a major naval base and a captive city, twice. The 1979 Israeli-Egyptian Peace Treaty led to the city's return to Egypt sovereignty in 1982, and the beginning of a new life as major resort destination. Today Sharm el Sheikh lies at the heart of the Red Sea Riviera, its luxury resorts, beaches and crystalline waters attracting visitors from Asia and Europe. Sharm is a must visit spot for snorkelers and scuba divers. The Red Sea offers one of the world's richest and most pristine marine environments - home to sea wrecks, underwater caves, miles of fringing reeds and over 1000 species of marine vertebrates.
Aqaba (for Petra), Jordan
The port of Aqaba has been an important strategic and commercial center for over three millennia. Originally called Elath, the home of the Edomites became in Roman times a trading center where goods from as far away as China found entry to Africa, Europe, and the Middle East. Today Aqaba is Jordan's only seaport, and the city serves as an intriguing gateway for travelers. In the surrounding desert lies the lost city of Petra - a city that may date to 6,000 B.C. - and Wadi Rum, where an English soldier mystic named T.E. Lawrence found his destiny as "Lawrence of Arabia."
Suez Canal, Egypt
Transiting through the Suez Canal is sure to be one of the lifelong memories of your cruise. The thought of a canal linking the Mediterranean and Red Sea is an idea that extends back in history as far as 2100 B.C. Napoleon Bonaparte, pursuing his dreams of conquest, entertained the notion of building a canal in 1798. But it was French engineer Ferdinand de Lesseps who finally proved that a canal across the Suez was practicable. Work on the canal began in 1858. Eleven years later the opening of the Suez Canal was an international event. The world had acquired a quicker route to Asia-as well as a Verdi opera called Aida.
Port Said (Cairo/Giza), Egypt
Port Said has been the "gateway to the East" for ocean liner passengers since the opening of the Suez Canal. Situated where the marshes of the Nile Delta meet the sands of the Sinai Peninsula, the city has a history stretching back to Pharaonic times. Today, Port Said is a popular resort destination for Egyptians, who prize its duty-free stores and boutiques. Port Said is your gateway to Cairo, the Nile Valley, and the mysteries of ancient Egypt. The Great Pyramid of Cheops at Giza was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World - and the only one of those ancient landmarks to survive today.
Jerusalem (Ashdod), Israel
Ashdod produces textiles, cosmetics, and half the electrical power generated in Israel. Yet it is best known as the portal to the Holy Land. According to Scripture, Ashdod was once home to giants. It was here that the Philistines brought the captured Ark, celebrating their victory over the Israelites. Today the city itself is a giant of industry, surpassing Haifa as the largest port in Israel. More importantly, Ashdod is your gateway to Jerusalem. This city in the hills of Judea is sacred to three of the world's great faiths. For Jews, the Western Wall - the sole surviving remnant of the Second Temple - embodies their cultural and religious identity. Christians walk the Via Dolorosa and observe the Stations of the Cross, renewing Christ's sacrifice. For Moslems, the city is home to the third holiest shrine in all Islam. From a spot near the El-Aqsa Mosque Muhammad ascended into Heaven to receive the teaching of Allah.
Limassol, Cyprus
Limassol offers everything a traveler desires in a Mediterranean destination. The second-largest city on Cyprus is surrounded by a wealth of historic sites ranging from the Greco-Roman ruins at Paphos and Curium to Crusader castles. The Troodos Mountains feature quaint villages, dramatic scenery and cool, dense pine forests. The island's capital of Nicosia is a mere hour's drive from the port. And for the casual visitor, Limassol offers its own medieval castle, a superb Public Garden, excellent beaches and that exhilarating Mediterranean light.
Istanbul, Turkey
Istanbul rises from the Bosphorus, a vision of minarets and domes sparkling in the light. The capital of vanished empires, Istanbul is a true crossroad, the only city on Earth to span two continents. This meeting place of Europe and Asia, of Christian and Muslim, is one of the great adventures a traveler encounters. Browse the stalls of the world's largest bazaar, explore ancient mosques and churches, and gaze at the stunning jewels in the Topkapi Palace.
Athens (Piraeus), Greece
The past maintains a vibrant presence in the cradle of Western civilization. Atop the Acropolis, the serene Parthenon sails above the commotion of the modern city. The tragedies of Aeschylus, Sophocles and Euripides were performed in the Theater of Dionysus at the foot of the Acropolis. On Pnyx Hill, citizens of a fledgling democracy gathered to cast their votes on Athens' destiny. Then there is the hustle and bustle of the modern city, a metropolis of 4.5 million that spreads out from the foot of Mt. Lycabettus and across the plain. Packed with busy shops and lively tavernas, modern Athens is a colorful counterpoint to classical Greece.
Kotor, Montenegro
Kotor lies at the head of Boka Bay. Bordered by towering limestone cliffs, the winding bay is actually Southern Europe's longest and most dramatic fjord. The port itself is a medieval gem: its narrow, asymmetrical streets are lined with ancient stone houses, old palaces, and churches dating from the 12th century. Kotor is also your gateway to the cultural and scenic wonders of Montenegro, from the old royal capital at Cetinje to the marshes and wildlife of Lake Skadar National Park.
Venice, Italy
Rising from the waters of the Laguna Veneta, Venice has long - and rightly - been regarded as one of the world's most beautiful cities. Napoleon, who had an eye for acquisitions, once described St. Mark's Square as the finest drawing room in Europe. Certainly, no other site can quite match its superb campanile, Doge's Palace and recumbent lions. Just over two miles in length, the Grand Canal is lined with stunning buildings that reflect the city's unique heritage. Cruise through its winding canals on a gondola or watch the bronze Moors on the clock tower strike the passing hours as they have for 500 years - Venice is an unparalleled experience.
OVERVIEW
Set sail from Fort Lauderdale on your 107-night Ft. Lauderdale to Venice Cruise onboard Princess Cruises' Pacific Princess. Your 108-day cruise visits 39 different ports.
INCLUSIONS
- TV for in-cabin entertainment
- Complimentary toiletries
- In cabin safe
- Full breakfast
- Buffet or a la carte lunch menu
- Buffet or 4 course a la carte dinners
- Musical stage shows and entertainment
- Special guest entertainers
- Latest release movies (in cabin and on big screen)
- Choice of Bars and Lounges
- Fully supervised children's programs for ages 3 to 17 years
| Vessel: Pacific Princess | Length: 592ft |
| Year: 1999 | Beam: 28.00ft |
| Manufacturer: Mitsubishi | Engine: Gas Turbine/Diesel/Electric |
| Bars/Lounges : 8 | Crew: 372 |
| Gross Tonnage: 30200 | Gym: yes |
| Kids Club: No Kids Club | Onboard Currency: USD |
| Passenger Capacity: 670 | Show Lounge: Daily Shows |
| Swimming Pools: 4 | Whirlpool Spas: 4 |
| 24-Hour Room Service | All Main Meals Included |
| Art Auctions | Coin Operated Laundry |
| Dance Classes | Duty Free Shopping |
| Florist | Guest Entertainers |
| Internet Facilities | Jogging Track |
| Live Music | Photographer |
| Quiet Library | Security Safe in Cabin |
| Themed Party Nights |
OTHER INFORMATION
Pacific Princess is intimate in size - accommodating just 670 guests - for an uncommon sense of space onboard. It's an incredible way to enjoy the scenery as well as all the ship's venues. Choose from a variety of elegant dining rooms and specialty restaurants, followed by live entertainment rivaling anything on shore. And you need not miss a single sunset with more than 200 balcony staterooms onboard.ABOUT Princess Cruises
The cruise line that was made famous by the TV series the Love Boat back in the 70"s, has grown into one of the worlds most well recognised cruise lines.
From the moment you step aboard a Princess ship, you will realise that you’ve made the right choice. This isn’t going to be just a holiday; this will be an unforgettable experience where you can escape completely. Princess is premium quality cruising. Every conceivable comfort and convenience has been built into their innovative design.
Princess caters to those seeking a complete escape from the stressful routine of daily life by being the consummate host in the world’s most beautiful settings. Princess offer a total experience — more unique itineraries, affordable private balconies, flexible mealtimes with Personal Choice Dining®, and the amenities and individual service of any luxury resort, thanks to the Big Ship Choice, Small Ship Feel. Come aboard!
Interior Double
- Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Sofa. TV and desk. Refrigerator. Spacious closet. Bathroom with shower. Approximately 158 square feet.
Mini-Suite With Balcony
- Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Separate sitting area with sofa or sofa bed. Balcony. TV and desk. Refrigerator. Spacious closet. Bath with tub and shower. Approximately 322 square feet, including balcony.
Oceanview Double
- Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Sofa or sofa bed. Picture window. TV and desk. Refrigerator. Spacious closet. Bath with shower. Views obstructed in categories GG and G. Porthole category F. Approximately 146 to 206 square feet.
Oceanview Double With Balcony
Twin beds that make up into a queen-size bed. Balcony. Sofa or sofa bed. TV and desk. Refrigerator. Spacious closet. Bath with shower. Approximately 216 square feet, including balcony.
Oceanview Obstructed
- Oceanview staterooms with partially or obstructed views are a great value. They feature a picture window providing natural light and added ambience. You'll find them comfortable and welcoming with all the amenities of an interior stateroom.
Suite with Balcony
- Queen-size bed. Separate sitting room with dining area. Large balcony. Sofa or sofa bed. Entertainment center. Two TV's. Refrigerator. Spacious closet. Large bathroom with whirlpool tub. Guest bathroom. Approximately 786 to 962 square feet including balcony.
Pacific Princess
Three Deck 3
Oceanview Obstructed
- Oceanview staterooms with partially or obstructed views are a great value. They feature a picture window providing natural light and added ambience. You'll find them comfortable and welcoming with all the amenities of an interior stateroom.
Want to maximize your pool time and minimize your mealtime? Get a quick and satisfying bite whenever you like at our Casual Dining eateries, or get take-out and dine by the pool.
- Panorama buffet
- Wine bar
- Patisserie
- Pizzeria
- Deck barbeque
- Afternoon tea
- 24-hour room service
Located on Nine Deck 9 deck
- Sabatini’s (Italian restaurant) is a signature restaurant onboard selected Princess ships. It is a truly memorable dining experience that you will not forget! Bookings are essential, as the restaurant usually books out.. A cover charge of US$20 per person applies.
Located on Ten Deck 10 deck
The Sterling Steakhouse welcomes diners with luxurious decor, a wall of floor-to-celling windows, and a fabulous menu of traditional favorites, Spend your evening enjoing a top-quality steak, grilled to perfection and beautifully complemented by an international wine list.
Located on Ten Deck 10 deck
- If you have booked a balcony cabin, why not make the most of the experience by having dining served to you on your balcony as the sun sets on the water. Bookings for this experience are essential. Cover charge applies.
Located on Nine Deck 9 deck
- Traditional dining works with two different dinner sittings, named first and second dinner sitting. First dinner sitting starts at 6pm and the second dinner sitting starts at 8pm.
Located on Nine Deck 9 deck
Kids Club
- With Princess, young kids and teens have their own kind of fun - and their own place to hang out.
Located on Eight Deck 8
Shopping
- Deals on designer clothing and gifts, including Lladro, Swarovski, Calvin Klein, Tommy Bahama, Lancome, Clinique, Estee Lauder, and Fossil - all up to 30% off.
Located on Five Deck 5
Bars and Lounges
- Passengers on the Pacific princess are treated to the best of everything, including entertainment. The Cabaret Lounge is equipped with a state-of-the-art sound and lighting system and presents of entertainment including first-run movies, live music, variety shows, and more.
Located on Five Deck 5
- The full-service casino aboard the pacific princess features video poker machines, a collection of the newest and hottest slots, and tables for roulette,poker, blackjack, and more Grab a drink from the bar and a settle in for an exhilarating night of testing you luck, wits, and skill.
Located on Five Deck 5
- Luxurious furniture, an ornate fireplace, and gorgeous wood paneling combine to exude a distinguished ambience in the Club Bar, where you are invited to spend the evening unwinding over cocktails while ou socialize with you fellow passengers.
Located on Five Deck 5
- Infused wiht a tropical ambience from its vibrant colors, dark hardwood furniture, and arrangements of tropical plants, the Tahitian Lounge is the perfect setting for a night of exotic cocktails, live music, dancing, and getting to know your fellow passengers.
Shuffleboard
Sports and Spa
- Two golf simulators let passengers try their luck "playing" world famous golf courses.
Located on Eleven Deck 11
- Complete wellness for the body, mind , and spirit is the mission of Louts Spa, which is home to both a state-of-the-art fitness facility and a full-service spa that offers a luxurious array of treatments ranging form aromatherapy to massage therapy to beauty service.
Located on Nine Deck 9
Library
Swimming
- Like an oasis of relaxation, the main pool area provides sun-seekers with a place to start their day with a swim, soak up some rays in the afternoon, or unwind in the evening with an invigorating soak in one of the two whirlpools.
Located on Nine Deck 9
Pacific Princess Photos
TERMS AND CONDITIONS FOR THIS CRUISE
Terms of booking on this website
Information disclaimer
The rates on this website are often heavily discounted. This is due to our negotiated rates and bulk buying power. On very rare occasions, a rate may be displayed incorrectly due to our, or the cruise operator's error. In such a case, if you make a reservation enquiry with us at a quoted rate that is incorrect, we will notify you of any price change and give you the option to proceed or cancel. We make every effort to keep information on our site up to date, but we cannot guarantee this website is free of errors or omissions and retain the right to update or change the information published at any time.
Liability
To the extent permitted by law we/the owners of this website will not be liable to you or to any third party (whether in contract, tort, or otherwise) for any direct, indirect or consequential loss or damage (including but not limited to any accident, injury, delay or loss of enjoyment) arising out of your reliance upon information contained on this website, including but not limited to your use (or inability to use) any products or services described or procured through this website. When making a reservation via this website or over the phone, we ask you to agree to the terms and conditions displayed. Your reservation and cruise holiday will be governed by the terms of the agreement and any other documentation or information provided to you before you depart. Our total liability to you in relation to your use of this website and the information contained on this website will not exceed the dollar amount of the deposit we have received from you in relation to your booking. Refunds will not be made for bookings cancelled due to inclement weather. We strongly recommend that you take out travel insurance. Your use of this website is governed by the laws of Victoria and the jurisdiction of the Victorian courts.
Booking information
To reserve a cabin(s), you must complete our reservations enquiry form which is easy to follow and secured with the latest encryption technology. Once we receive your enquiry, we will contact you via phone or email, to advise of availability and confirm the final price is correct. A booking is confirmed when you have been emailed a confirmation notice and at this stage the deposit is processed on your credit card or your bank deposit has been received. Your deposit then becomes subject to the cancellation policy of the cruise line and Cruise Republic. These are stated in the terms and conditions.
When your booking has been confirmed we will send you your cruise booking number for the cruise line. Once you receive your confirmation, please check your details carefully and notify us immediately if there are any incorrect details, as it may not be possible to make changes at a later date without incurring a penalty. If you are booking via phone, please first make sure you have read the terms and conditions. Our reservations consultant will ask you if you have read the terms and agree to them before proceeding. The onus is always on the customer to ensure they make themselves fully aware of the terms displayed on our website.
Information disclosure
In booking on/via this website you acknowledge that we disclose your information to your selected Cruise Ship company/operator.
Amendments
Once you have paid a deposit against your cruise, any changes made to the booking will incur an amendment fee of $25 plus and applicable fees set you by the cruise line. Please see the Cruise Company's terms and conditions for cancellation and amendment policy.
Cancellations
Once a deposit is made towards your cruise holiday it is deemed that you have accepted our terms and conditions, so are subject to any cancellation fees. Bookings canceled after the deposit is paid, will incur a cancellation fee of $200. Plus any additional cancellation fees set out by the cruise line. Please see the Cruise Company's terms and conditions for cancellation and amendment policy.
Payments
Payments towards your cruise holiday made by credit cards are subject to a transaction fee of 2.5%. Cruise Republic accept Visa and Mastercard Cards only. Payments made by bank deposit do not incur any transaction fees nor do payments made using the BPAY payment system.
Privacy
Privacy of your information is an absolute priority to us. When you book we request whether you are interested in receiving further offers from us. If you decline, we will not email you with such offers. We also always give you the opportunity to unsubscribe and opt out of receiving these emails. We treat your details as confidential and we NEVER disclose your information to third parties other than the supplier who is fulfilling your cruise holiday.
Princess Cruises Booking Conditions
Introduction
These are the terms and conditions under which you book your cruise holiday and travel on any Princess Cruises® product we sell you. You are bound by these terms and conditions, so it is important that you read them carefully.
We/Our/Us means Carnival plc, trading as Princess Cruises® and, where the context permits, includes the Carrier. PCL means Princess Cruise Lines Ltd, a Bermudan company. Carrier means PCL, except for bookings on Sun Princess® and Dawn Princess® where Carrier means Carnival plc. In selling you cruises and issuing you tickets, Carnival plc acts as a sales agent for PCL, except for bookings on Sun Princess® and Dawn Princess® where Carnival plc acts as principal. For bookings on Sea Princess® cruises departing and returning to Australia, Carrier means Carnival plc and Carnival plc acts as principal in selling and issuing your tickets.
You are entering into this contract with Carnival plc trading as Princess Cruises®, ARBN 107 998 443.
Certain laws such as the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth) and any applicable state based consumer legislation (from here known as 'consumer laws'), are in place for your protection. They are designed to ensure the services provided by us (and, where applicable, the Carrier), are provided with due care and skill and are reasonably fit for a cruise holiday. These 'Terms & Conditions' do not alter any protection given to you by consumer laws.
All prices are correct at the time of publication and are quoted in Australian dollars, unless otherwise noted.
Bookings
Each stateroom booked represents an individual booking and can accommodate between one (1) and four (4) passengers, depending on the stateroom configuration. Each booking will be allocated a unique booking number.
Your agreement with us
When you first make a payment towards your cruise holiday, you represent that you have the authority from all passengers on your booking(s), to accept our 'Terms & Conditions' on their behalf. Parents/Legal Guardians accept the 'Terms & Conditions' on behalf of their children, including those who travel in a separate stateroom. Once we have received a payment on a booking, an agreement on these 'Terms & Conditions' becomes effective between all passengers on the booking(s), Carnival plc and, where applicable, the Carrier.
Payments
Once you have decided on your holiday, we will need a deposit to secure your booking. It is essential that deposits are received by us within three (3) days from when the booking is made. If payment is not received within this time, your booking will be automatically cancelled.
It is essential that you make final payment by the due date and in accordance with the type of fare you have purchased. If payment is not received by the due date, bookings will be automatically cancelled and our 'Cancellation & Refunds' policy will apply. From time to time, we may release promotional fares that have different payment conditions. Please ensure you check the payment conditions at time of booking.
If you are making a booking within the 'Final Payment Due' period of your selected cruise, full payment is required at the time of booking.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend you purchase appropriate international travel insurance at the time you pay your deposit. If you do not purchase travel insurance, you may not be able to claim for any cancellation charges, medical costs, repatriation and other expenses that may arise if things do not go according to plan.
Cancellation & Refunds
Although we would love to see you onboard, we understand that plans can change. Should you need to cancel your booking, we ask that you notify your Travel Agent or our Cruise Contact Centre at your earliest convenience. The refunds or cancellation charges that will be payable depend on the amount of notice you give us, as follows:
| Days Prior to Departure | Cancellation Charge | |
| Cruises Except World Cruise | ||
|---|---|---|
| Days Prior to Departure | Cancellation Charge | |
| 181 days or more | Full refund | |
| 180 – 71 days | Deposit amount^ | |
| 70 – 43 days | 25% of total fare^ | |
| 42 – 15 days | 50% of total fare^ | |
| 14 days or less | 100% of total fare | |
| For the World Cruise | ||
| Days Prior to Departure | Cancellation Charge - by cruise duration | |
| 49 nights or less | 50 nights or more | |
| 181 days or more | Full refund | Full refund |
| 180 – 90 days | Deposit amount^ | Deposit amount^ |
| 89 – 64 days | 25% of total fare^ | 50% of total fare^ |
| 63 – 43 days | 50% of total fare^ | 75% of total fare^ |
| 42 – 15 days | 75% of total fare^ | 100% of total fare |
| 14 days or less | 100% of total fare | 100% of total fare |
| Note: 'Total Fare' is the total amount payable to us for your booking. ^Any additional fees charged by airlines, hotels or transfer providers due to cancellations, will also be passed on to the passengers. |
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Please note, promotional fares may have different cancellation and refund conditions. Please ensure you check these at time of booking.
Changing your cruise holiday
If you choose to change your booking to a different cruise, or to a different sector of a World Cruise, it will be considered as a cancellation of your original booking. In this instance, our cancellation charges, as per our 'Cancellation & Refunds' policy, will apply.
Your fare
Your fare is determined by the fare type, the number of passengers in your stateroom, its location on the ship, the amenities offered, port charges, government taxes, and any applicable airfares including taxes and fees, transfers and hotel accommodation.
Fare changes
Once booked, your fare is only subject to any increased taxes. You will be notified of this before it is added to your fare or to your onboard account.
Sometimes we will release promotional fares. These can be offered and withdrawn at any time. If after booking you decide to change to one of these promotional fares, you will need to cancel your existing booking and our 'Cancellation & Refunds' policy will apply.
Stateroom changes
When making a booking with a specific stateroom number, please advise us or your Travel Agent if you do not want your stateroom changed. This means that you will not be offered a complimentary upgrade to a higher priced category, if one was to become available. Please note that your stateroom can still be changed for operational reasons, including when the number of people booked in the cabin is less than the number of beds in the cabin.
In addition, when a booking is made and a specific cabin number is not selected (known as a 'Guarantee'), the cabin will be allocated at our discretion in the category booked, or a higher priced category, at a later date.
Fuel Supplement
We may elect to impose a fuel supplement at any time, in which case any additional fees will apply to new bookings only. The total price quoted to you at the time of booking will be inclusive of any applicable fuel supplement.
Booking Changes
Once you have made your booking, please check your invoice, 'Cruise Personaliser', or with your Travel Agent to ensure the details are correct. Should you need to make changes to your booking (spelling corrections or to replace a passenger*), no administration fees will apply. Please note however, that additional fees charged by airlines for any changes will be passed on to the passengers.
*One original passenger from the booking must always remain in the cabin. If all original passengers cancel / are replaced, the booking will be subject to applicable cancellation charges. If a cancelling passenger was the only person that qualified the booking for a promotional fare (eg. past passenger fare), additional and remaining passengers will no longer be entitled to this promotional fare. The booking will revert to a different fare and the remaining passengers will need to pay the difference in cost, if any. Changes can only be made up to 72 hours before departure.
Pregnancy
Passengers who are pregnant during their cruise are required to supply a physicians 'fit to travel' note, including your estimated due date, prior to embarkation. We are unable to accept any passengers who will have entered their 24th week, or later, of pregnancy by the end of the cruise.
Minimum age to travel
Sun Princess®, Dawn Princess® and Sea Princess® cruises departing and returning to Australia
To ensure there is suitable supervision, there needs to be at least one passenger 18 years or older in each stateroom. However, to accommodate families cruising together, children may occupy a separate stateroom to their parent/legal guardian, providing one child is 16 years or over.
For cruises departing from an Australian port between 1 November and 7 January, any passenger under 19 years of age on the day they board the cruise, must travel in the same stateroom as a responsible adult 19 years or older. In addition, from 8 January to 31 January, there is a limit on the number of passengers under 19 years of age who can travel unaccompanied. Once the limit is reached, a responsible adult 19 years or older must travel in the same stateroom. We can advise you at the time of booking whether the limit applies to your booking. The responsible adult is accountable for passengers under 19 years of age in their stateroom for the duration of the cruise, and the 'Rights of the Captain' will be applied to anyone who displays disruptive behaviour.
All other Princess Cruises® ships
To ensure there is suitable supervision, there needs to be at least one passenger in each stateroom aged 21 years or older. In order to accommodate families cruising together, children may occupy a separate stateroom to their parent/legal guardian, providing one child is aged 16 or over.
Children & Teenagers
Children love to cruise and Princess Cruises® welcomes them onboard. Due to limited neo-natal facilities onboard and at the destinations we visit, the following minimum ages apply:
| Itinerary | Minimum age to travel |
|---|---|
| Alaska, Canada & New England, Caribbean, Mexican Riviera, Europe (excluding transatlantic voyages) and Panama Canal |
6 months |
| All other itineraries | 12 months |
In addition, infants aged between six (6) months and three (3) years must remain with their parent/legal guardian at all times.
For the safety and enjoyment of all onboard, there are limits on the number of children and teenagers that can be carried within different age groups. The age of the passenger on the day they board the cruise, is the age we use for the entire holiday. We can advise you at the time of booking whether we are able to accept bookings for children on the cruise you have chosen.
Parents/Legal Guardians are responsible for children and teenagers at all times. If a child or teenager displays dangerous or disruptive behaviour, the 'Rights of the Captain' will be applied to both parent/legal guardian and child/teenager.
Children's access to pools and spas may be restricted and adult supervision is required.
Children Centres
Children less than three (3) years of age are welcome to use the Children Centres' facilities under the direct supervision of their parent/legal guardian. To attend the Children Centres without a parent/legal guardian, children need to be three (3) years of age or over and toilet trained.
Use of the Children Centres requires daily registration and entry is on a first-come-first-served basis as places are limited. On all ships, except Pacific Princess®, Royal Princess® and Ocean Princess®, group child minding for children three (3) to 12 years is available between 10pm and 1am only, for a charge.
Requirements to travel
Passports, visas, vaccinations and other travel documentation are your responsibility.
Without the necessary passport, visas and/or vaccinations local authorities may deny you boarding, prevent you from going ashore, issue a fine or deny the ship entry into the port. It is also your responsibility to ensure you have all the necessary documentation which permits you to travel. If you do not have all the necessary documentation, you may be denied boarding and no refunds will be given.
For international cruises (cruises that visit a foreign port), passports are required for all passengers and must be valid for a minimum of six (6) months beyond the date of the cruise return. In addition, travel on our cruises will not revalidate an Australian or New Zealand re-entry visa.
For domestic cruises (cruises that do not visit a foreign port), a valid passport or government issued photo identification is required (Queensland Proof of Age cards will not be accepted). For Australian passengers, a current Medicare card can be used for passengers under 18 years of age. For New Zealand passengers, an original or certified copy of the child's birth certificate or a school pass with photo will be accepted.
Illicit items
To ensure a safe and enjoyable holiday for all our passengers, it will be necessary for our staff and others parties, such as port and government agencies, to search you and your luggage. You agree to allow such searches. We can deny boarding or disembark any person in possession of any weapons or illicit substances. You must contact us within three days of disembarking to claim confiscated items which may be returned to you if appropriate. If you do not contact us within this time your item may be destroyed.
Alcohol & gambling
We are committed to the responsible service of alcohol. There may be times when we consider it appropriate to refuse the service of alcohol to a passenger for any reason. To consume alcohol or gamble onboard, the following minimum ages and corkage charges apply:
| Sun Princess® or Dawn Princess® departures | Sea Princess® departing and returning to Australia | All other Princess Cruises'® departures | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minimum age | 18 years | 18 years | 21 years |
| Corkage (per bottle)* | AUD20 | AUD20 | USD15 |
*Corkage charges only apply to wines and/or champagne brought onboard and consumed in the dining room or alternative restaurants.
Government issued photo identification may be requested (Queensland Proof of Age cards will not be accepted).
On the day of embarkation, passengers over the minimum age may bring onboard one bottle of wine or champagne per person to celebrate. Any other alcohol purchased ashore will be collected at the gangway for safe keeping and will be returned to you on the last day of your cruise.
Your health
We care about the health and safety of our passengers. To assist, please advise us at the time of booking if you have any condition that requires medical attention, medication or special treatment. If you have a medical condition, we may ask you to complete a health questionnaire.
If a passenger has a condition that we decide may seriously affect the enjoyment, health or safety of themselves or any other person onboard, we can refuse or cancel a booking, where necessary. We will give reasonable consideration when reaching this decision and will advise you as soon as possible. As long as you have provided us with a completed health questionnaire with all relevant information about the condition, you will be entitled to a full refund if we cancel your booking on the basis of this condition.
Passengers that need assistance should always be accompanied by a carer to help with day to day activities as our crew and medical staff are unable to act as personal carers.
Onboard medical centre
The Princess Cruises'® medical centres are staffed by fully registered and licensed doctors and nurses who are available 24 hours a day in case of an emergency. Our facilities are well equipped to deal with both minor injuries and most major medical conditions. Please note, our facilities are only for medical needs arising onboard and can not cater for treatments that you know you will require while on holiday.
All Princess Cruises'® medical facilities proudly hold the distinction of being the only medical services in the cruise industry to have been awarded accreditation to international healthcare standards as well as certification to ISO 9001:2008. Our Medical Centres also meet or exceed the cruise ship medical standards established by the American College of Emergency Physicians.
We are not a healthcare provider and may not be held liable for the sickness, injury or death of any passenger arising from any advice, treatment, care, services or any omission by medical staff. These medical providers exercise their own medical judgement and expertise.
Onboard medical charges
All cruises on our ships are outside the scope of Australian Medicare, New Zealand Accident Compensation Corporation (ACC) and private health insurance. Consultations, treatments and medications are charged at private rates and must be paid by you and claimed through your travel insurance.
Other service providers
While we specialise in cruising holidays, you may choose to book other services with us such as flights, accommodation, transfers and shore excursions. We can assist you in making these arrangements; however, we act only as a booking agent. The service providers are solely responsible for the information and service offered and their conditions will apply. Although our responsibility is onboard the ship, where we arrange these services for you, we will assist in addressing any concerns you may have. Any arrangements made by or for you are your responsibility and entirely at your own risk.
Please note, airline terms and conditions may require full non-refundable payment prior to Princess Cruises' normal payment conditions.
Ship & itinerary changes
We will do everything we reasonably can to make sure everything goes according to plan; however, sometimes changes can happen that may affect your holiday experience. This could include weather, mechanical difficulties, civil unrest or any other unforeseen circumstances.
In addition, we may charter all or part of the ship, or remove the ship from service where this becomes necessary. We may change the itinerary, ship or cancel the cruise due to operational or commercial requirements.
We will notify you of these changes as soon as we can. Where we cancel a cruise or make a significant change to the ports in your itinerary prior to departure, you will have the choice of:
- the new itinerary;
- an alternate sailing, subject to current fares and availability; or
- cancelling the cruise for a full refund of your fare paid.
Once your cruise has commenced, if we are required to change the itinerary or cancel the cruise due to safety, maritime law, severe weather or to protect human life or health, we are not required to provide any compensation, unless consumer laws provide otherwise. With this in mind, please do not make any important arrangements or meetings based on the proposed itinerary.
Rights of the Captain
If a passenger seriously affects the safety, well-being or enjoyment of themselves or any other person onboard, the Captain has the right to confine, sedate or disembark the passenger. In such cases, we are not responsible for any expenses including your return home. In addition, you will not be entitled to any refunds. While the Captain will always act reasonably in these circumstances, you accept that the safety, well-being and enjoyment of everyone onboard comes first.
Leaving the cruise early
If you are required, or choose, to leave the cruise for any reason (unless caused by our proven negligence or failure to provide services with due care and skill and that are reasonably fit for purpose), we are not responsible for any expenses, including your return home. This also applies if you do not return to the ship in time for sailing after a port visit. If we assist you with any costs, you will need to repay us on your return. In addition, you will not be entitled to any refunds.
Legal Matters
In the unlikely event you have reason to take legal action, you agree to use all reasonable efforts to bring the issue to our attention as soon as possible.
This contract is governed by the laws in force in New South Wales. You agree that any action you bring against us will be brought in New South Wales.
You agree only to bring action against Carnival plc and not PCL or any of Carnival plc's other related bodies corporate as defined in the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth).
Where consumer laws and other laws permit us to exclude our liability, we will not be liable for:
- loss of, or damage to, any luggage or other belongings
- sickness, injury or death,
unless caused by our proven negligence or failure to provide services with due care and skill and that are reasonably fit for purpose.
In addition, our liability will be reduced in proportion to any negligence or fault on your part.
Privacy
Privacy laws safeguard your personal details.
Personal Information
During the booking process and your cruise holiday, we ask for information about you. We collect this information so you receive the highest level of personalised service. After your holiday, your information is stored so we can inform you of any special offers or obtain feedback. If you do not wish to receive such offers or be contacted to provide feedback, please let us know. We may also be required to pass your information on to various third parties such as immigration officials, service providers and insurers.
If you consult the medical staff onboard, any information shared with them may be made available to relevant people within our own organisation and also externally to medical specialists, insurance providers and our professional advisors.
Security Cameras
For the safety and security of our passengers and crew, we use Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) to monitor and record public areas onboard all our ships. If necessary, this footage may be viewed by our own personnel, advisors and external parties with a relevant interest. We are not responsible for any consequences arising from the viewing or other use of this footage.
If you would like to access your personal information or obtain a copy of our Privacy Policy, please contact us on:
Email: privacy@princesscruises.com.au
Post: PO Box 2006 North Sydney, NSW, 2059 Australia
Victoria Business Licensing Authority Licence Number: 32868
We are a member of the Travel Compensation Fund - (Federal Government)
Licence Number: 9689