Thank you for using Cruises For Families to plan the Lay/Hamner Wedding Cruise! I am here to help you every step of the way, to make sure your cruise is everything you want it to be. Please call me, Kirsten Chute, at 877-386-9243 or email me at kirsten@cruisesforfamilies.com to reserve your stateroom on what is going to be a fun and memorable vacation to celebrate a wonderful occassion - the Wedding of Erin Lay and Josh Hamner.
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The Lay/Hamner Wedding Cruise
Cruise Information: Norwegian Sky four night Bahamas Sailing departing September 14, 2009
A cruise to the Bahamas with NCL is all about You! Their exclusive Freestyle Cruising® offers you the freedom and flexibility to spend your time the way you want with no one telling you where to be or even how to dress. Play on the white sand beaches, explore the colorful coral reefs, or plant yourself under a palm tree and rest up for an evening of fun and games in the casino, there's always something happening. On the ship the kids will have a blast with the Kids Crew program and you'll have plenty of time to enjoy a drink in one of the 10 bars and lounges.
For more information or to make reservations, please contact Kirsten Chute at (877) 386-9243 or at kirsten@cruisesforfamilies.com .
Itinerary for September 14-18, 2009:
Staterooms Reserved for the Lay/Hamner Wedding Cruise:
Category J Inside Staterooms: Two lower beds that convert to a queen size bed. Some have 2 upper berths for families travelling with children. These are $297.30 per person including all taxes and port charges. Kids sharing a stateroom are just $152.30 per child.
Category E Oceanview Staterooms: Two lower beds that convert to a queen size bed, picture window. Some have 2 upper berths for families travelling with children. These are $347.30 per person including all taxes and port charges. Kids sharing a stateroom are just $152.30 per child.
Category BB Balcony Staterooms: Two lower beds that convert to a queen size bed with floor to ceiling glass doors that open to a private verandah. Some have a pull out sofa which can accommodate 1 child. These are $427.30 per person including all taxes and port charges. Kids sharing a stateroom are just $152.30 per child.
How do I reserve my cruise and airfare?
You can reserve your stateroom with a $100 per person deposit. The remaining balance is due July 24, 2009. You may make additional payments in between the deposit and final payment date if you want to stretch out the balance. You may make your payment with any major credit card or by check. Please call or email Kirsten Chute at Cruises For Families to reserve your stateroom!
We can also help with finding the best prices on airfare from your home city to Miami. As part of the Lay/Hamner wedding group there are NO service fees associated with booking your airfare or cruise! Please call or email Kirsten Chute at Cruises For Families to price or book airfare in conjunction with the cruise.
What's Included?
Your Cruise includes sea transportation, all of your meals and in-between snacks on-board; your stateroom, on board activities and entertainment; the Kids Crew Children's Progam; plus, an exciting voyage to exotic, palm fringed islands!
For more information on all the activities included in your cruise, please visit www.ncl.com .
What’s not Included?
Generally speaking, air transportation, shore excursions, medical services, items of a personal nature – such as bar beverages (except coffee, tea, iced tea, lemonade and milk with meals or when expressly specified) gift shop purchases, photography, beauty salon/barber shop and spa services, gambling and service/porterage gratuities are not included in the cruise fare. Also not included are charges for passports, visas, inoculations, laundry, travel insurance, postage, telegrams, telephone calls and surcharges, any items of a personal nature, Guests are urged to read the cruise line’s brochure and cruise line confirmation from the cruise line for complete details on what is or what is not included.
Purchases Onboard
On NCL cruise ships there is a "cashless" system in operation.
You simply sign for your purchases and services on board by using your American Express, MasterCard, or VISA card; or settle your account on the last day of the cruise with cash or traveler's checks. At the end of your cruise, you receive a completely itemized statement. Personal checks cannot be accepted, and only U.S. currency is accepted on board
What to Pack
Days onboard are casual and you'll be most comfortable in sport clothes and resort wear. Shoes should be low-heeled for deck activities. Bring a few swimsuits so you'll always have a dry one. You don't have to bring towels, as they are provided. But don't forget your camera and binoculars, so you don't miss a thing.
For evening wear, count on basic types of attire: Casual: Dresses or slacks and blouses for women, sport shirts and trousers for men
Formal: Cocktail dresses for women, suits and ties or tuxedos for men. However, remember that Norwegian features 'Freestyle Cruising' so you always have the option of dressing casual, even on formal nights.
Ashore, you'll need comfortable walking shoes as well as a hat and sunscreen for protection from the sun.
Kids Progam:
KID’S CREW AND TEEN CREW PROGRAM
Every exciting moment is filled with age-appropriate entertainment in mind. For kids from age 2-12, NCL offers everything from arts and crafts to pajama parties. Teen’s Crew, for age 13-17, has options like pool parties, a teen disco, a video arcade and much more. Now, you can enjoy a hot-stone massage, a yoga class or a cocktail by the pool while they’re having the time of their lives. But don’t think of Kid’s Crew as babysitting – there’s very little sitting involved. This program is active, energetic, educational and, most importantly, fun.Whether your kids are at the elaborate children’s facilities, taking a dip in one of the pools, or doing any other activity, they will be under the constant supervision of the carefully chosen staff of youth counselors from leading universities and organizations. Each team counselor attends a special training course on safety, communication skills and confidence-building.
Shore Excursions
You can check out shore & land excursions anytime at by going to www.ncl.com. However, to book an excursion online, you'll need your reservation information. If you have this on hand, you can make your reservation today or please call us at 1-877-386-9243 to get your reservation number.
Please remember that you will have up to 10 days before your sail date to purchase your excursions online. If you are sailing in less than 10 days, you will need to purchase your shore excursions onboard .
Other Useful Information for 1st Time Cruisers:
It is important to complete the 'Advance Guest Registration' on the NCL Website at least 2 weeks prior to departure. To complete this, you will need your NCL reservation number (above) as well as your passport information. Please click on the following link to complete this Advance Guest Registration:
NCL Advance Guest Registration - click here
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