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Special Dietary Requirements
- Vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options available upon request.
- Allergy-friendly meals can be prepared if informed in advance.
- Kosher and halal choices offered upon request.
- Talk to your server or chef to accommodate specific dietary needs.
Disabled Facilities
- Accessible cabins with wider doorways and roll-in showers.
- Ramps and lifts available for easy movement throughout the ship.
- Priority boarding and assistance with embarkation and disembarkation.
- Service animals are welcome aboard.
Dress Code
- Relaxed during the day (shorts, t-shirts, flip-flops).
- Chic casual attire recommended in the evening (dresses, skirts, button-up shirts).
- Formal evenings may require cocktail attire (dresses, suits).
- Themed party nights (e.g., Caribbean, '70s) encourage celebratory clothing.
- Formalwear rentals available on board.
Alcohol Policy
- Guests allowed to bring up to two bottles of wine or champagne per person.
- Corkage fee applied if consumed in dining venues.
- A wide selection of drinks available on board, with drink packages available for purchase.
- Legal drinking age is 21 and older.
- Alcohol purchased duty-free at ports will be stored until the end of the cruise.
Smoking Policy
- Smoking allowed only in designated outdoor areas.
- Vaping follows the same rules as smoking.
- Smoking is not permitted in cabins or on balconies.
- Penalties imposed for smoking in non-designated areas.
Wi-Fi & Internet Access
- Wi-Fi available throughout the ship, including in cabins.
- Options range from messaging to streaming, with slower speeds at sea.
- Faster internet available at port cafes and eateries.
- Internet Café staff available to assist with device setup and troubleshooting.