WHAT’S INCLUDED
When you're onboard almost everything is taken care of - your accommodations, gourmet meals in the dining rooms and cafés, snacks throughout the day, some beverages and 24 hour room service! All activities including the fitness center, and entertainment are included.

WHAT’S NOT INCLUDED
Your cruise does not include the following: Air transportation, transfers to and from the ship, optional shore and land excursions, meals and accommodations ashore (except as noted); Certain beverage such as sodas, juice, alcoholic beverages and specialty drinks; Casino gaming, photographs, telephone calls, purchases from the ship stores; Items of a personal nature, such as medical services, laundry, massages, spa treatments; Specialty fitness class such as yoga; Carnival Cruises offers the onboard purchase of unlimited soda packages, which entitle you to unlimited soda and juice. So, if you're looking for an incredible value, look no further - this is the vacation for you!

BRINGING LIQUOR ONBOARD
We apologize for any inconvenience but due to our regulatory and licensing requirements, guests are NOT allowed to bring alcoholic beverages of any kind onboard for consumption or any other use. Alcoholic beverages that are purchased duty-free from the Shops Onboard or at ports of call will be stored by the ship crew and delivered to your stateroom on the last day of your voyage. A member of the ship’s staff will be present at the gangway to assist with the storage of your purchases. This policy may not apply to every ship or itinerary depending on local laws, customs, or license requirements. Carnival Cruises is not responsible for fines imposed or items confiscated by local authorities.

SCHEDULING FLIGHTS
Please schedule your flight to arrive in Miami no later than 3:30 pm. and Ft. Lauderdale no later than 2:00 p.m.
Please leave yourself several hours between the time you get off the ship and the time you need to board your flight home. Baggage porters will be on hand to direct you to taxicabs, buses and cars.

PASSPORTS
As early as January 1, 2008, ALL persons, including U.S. citizens, traveling between the U.S. and Canada, Mexico, Central and South America, the Caribbean, and Bermuda by land or sea (including ferries), may be required to present a valid passport or other documents as determined by the Department of Homeland Security. While recent legislative changes permit a later deadline, the Departments of State and Homeland Security are working to meet all requirements as soon as possible. Ample advance notice will be provided to enable the public to obtain passports or passport cards for land/sea entries.  U.S.Department of State Passport Services and Information. 


I'M BOOKED NOW WHAT?

In December you will be issued a Booking number Use this number to complete your FunPass at www.carnival.com/mycruise. This will expedite your check-in process by registering for your cruise in advance, while also satisfying Department of Homeland Security requirements. Once you have completed the information and printed a FunPass (all guests in the cabin must complete the FunPass before you can print it), simply go through a document verification check after you arrive at the cruise terminal. It's that easy! If you choose to print your boarding passes online you WILL NOT receive a paper copy in the mail. (Additional Luggage tags are available at the pier)

Your cruise documents will be sent to you approximately 2 weeks prior to sailing (for reservations made prior to December 11, 2008). Included in your cruise documents will be:

  • Your Cabin number
  • Your Itinerary
  • Boarding checklist with instructions about pre-registering online prior to arriving at the port (if you haven’t already done so).
  • Sail & Sign Account and Guest Ticket Contract Acknowledgement (not available for online completion)
  • Baggage Tags
  • Carnival Ticket Contract
  • Your Country Cruise Laminate (This is required for access to all Country Music Events)

When you receive your cruise documents you will also receive luggage tags. Don’t worry if you don’t have enough, you can always get more from the porters at the pier. Place your luggage tags on your luggage prior to arriving at the pier. Drop your luggage at the Baggage Drop off area and give your luggage to the Porter; the customary tip for this service is $1.00 per bag.

Bring your completed cruise documents or Printed FunPass and your Passport to the cruise terminal where one of the Carnival representatives will check you in and direct you to the ship.

WHAT SHOULD I PACK?
Bring casual, comfortable clothing. There will be 2 formal cruise nights. If you plan on dining in the Supper Club (additional cost option) please note that shorts and jeans are not allowed.

Ashore you’ll need comfortable walking shoes or hiking boats as well as a hat and sunscreen for protection from the sun.

We recommend that you hand-carry all travel documents (passports, airline tickets, etc.) medications, and any personal items that you may need. 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.

WHAT SHOULD I NOT PACK?
No illegal substances, alcohol (except as noted), non-alcoholic beverages, food, weapons or pets. The use of illegal drugs is strictly prohibited. All laws pertaining to drug use should be respected.

Carnival & Kevin Richards Entertainment L.L.C. have a “zero tolerance” policy towards reports of any illegal activity or behavior by passengers or crew aboard its vessels. Guest agrees to comply with this policy and further acknowledges that Carnival will report any and all alleged instances of illegal activity or behavior to the appropriate law enforcement authorities.