Do I need a
Passport?
How old do you have to be to sail?
What if I'm pregnant, can I sail?
What are the age policies onboard?
Are physically challenged facilities available
onboard?
I've booked my cruise, now what?
What is the boarding process?
What should I pack?
What should I not pack?
Can I bring my children?
Will there be a formal night?
What time do I need to arrive at the pier?
How Do I Get to the Port of Miami?
DO I NEED A PASSPORT?
Yes. For more information visit:
new passport requirements
HOW OLD DO YOU HAVE TO BE TO SAIL?
Guests under the age of 21 must be traveling with a parent, grandparent or a
court-appointed legal guardian in either,
The same stateroom, or
Staterooms side-by-side, or
Staterooms directly facing each other across the hall.
Guests under the age of 21 traveling with a guardian 25 years or older, (who is
not a parent, grandparent or court-appointed legal guardian), must travel in
the same stateroom. In addition, when traveling with a minor and both
parents/legal guardians are not cruising, you MUST bring an original signed
letter from the absent parent/legal guardian authorizing the minor to travel
with you. This will expedite processing by the Department of Homeland Security.
Please note that a notarized letter to this effect is required if debarking with
children in
Please note that adult guests are responsible for the safety and behavior of
their minor guests.
The exceptions Carnival will make to this policy are:
Married minor couple - The booking must be documented that the couple is married.
The couple must have proof of marriage at embarkation or they will be denied
boarding without the benefit of a refund.
Domestic Partners/Same-Sex Union minor couple - The booking must be documented
that the couple are legal Domestic Partners/Same-Sex Union. The couple must
have legal proof of partnership/union at embarkation or they will be denied
boarding without the benefit of a refund. Guest ages will be verified at
embarkation. Guests not conforming to this policy will be denied boarding and assessed
a 100% cancellation penalty. NO exceptions will be made at embarkation.
WHAT
IF I'M PREGNANT, CAN I SAIL?
Please be advised that guests who are 27 weeks or more into their pregnancy at
the time of the voyage will NOT be permitted to sail because of the risk of
premature labor.
WHAT ARE
THE AGE POLICIES ONBOARD?
Drinking Alcoholic Beverages:
Guest must be 21 years of age or older to be served alcohol on board. Proper
I.D. with birth date is required. The minimum age for the purchase and/or consumption
of alcoholic beverages in the bars, lounges and gift shops is 21 years of age.
Carnival reserves the right to refuse the sale of alcoholic beverages to
anyone. In the event that Bar/Restaurant/Gift Shop Staff are in question that a
guest is less than 21 years old, they shall request picture identification,
prior to serving the drink or selling the bottle of liquor. No exceptions.
Casino:
Guest must be 18 years of age or older to play the tables and the slot
machines. Guests under 18 years of age are not permitted in the casino.
Spa Carnival and Gym:
Guests under 16 years of age are not permitted in these facilities. Guests
between the ages of 16 and 18 must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
Lounges, Shows, and Disco:
Guests under the age of 18 should be accompanied by an adult in all public
areas of the ship. Guests under the age of 18 must vacate the disco by 11 PM.
Use of the Waterslide:
Guests must be at least 42" inches in height to use the waterslide and
children under 13 must have their parent's permission.
Use of the Pools:
Due to United States Public Health (USPH) Regulations, Carnival does not allow
children in diapers or those not toilet-trained in the pools. Lifeguards
are not on duty. Use of the pools by guests under 13 without adult supervision
is prohibited.
ARE
PHYSICALLY CHALLENGED FACILITIES AVAILABLE ONBOARD?
Yes, all ships have physically challenged facilities as well as a select number
of cabins for physically challenged guests.
I'VE
BOOKED MY CRUISE NOW WHAT?
Make arrangements to arrive at the pier AT LEAST 2 hours prior to departure.
Use your Individual Booking Number to complete your Carnival 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!
Your cruise documents will be sent to you approximately 2 weeks prior to
sailing. 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
Welcome Aboard Brochure with Essential Information You Need to Know
Before You Sail
Bahamas Immigration Arrival Form
WHAT
IS THE BOARDING PROCESS?
To help expedite your boarding process and comply with government regulations,
all guests are required to complete their FunPass
before arriving at the ship. Visit: www.carnival.com/mycruise and follow the online
instructions. Start with your booking number and complete your FunPass in three easy steps.
Here is what you will need for everyone in your party:
Personal information (full name, home address, phone number, etc.)
Citizenship information (passport data, permanent resident
card number, etc.)
Travel itinerary after your cruise (flight number, hotel and car rental
details, etc.)
All guests in your cabin must provide the required information in order to
obtain a FunPass.
Online registration is available until the day before sailing.
Once the FunPass has been completed print out the
completed FunPass and bring it with you.
Please arrive at the pier at least 2 hours prior to departure (no later than 3
pm). Click here for directions to the pier.
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 the traditional formal cruise
night.
Shoes should be low-heeled for deck activities, bring a few swimsuits (so
you'll always have a dry one). 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 & Live Nation Touring Inc. 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.
Carnival will not tolerate any behavior affecting the comfort, enjoyment,
health, safety or well being of other guests or the crew. Carnival reserves the
right to refuse or discontinue passage to anyone who, in Carnival's judgment,
is conducting themselves in a manner that adversely affects the cruise
experience of others. Please refer to paragraphs 6(b) and 24 of your ticket
contract for more details on this important policy.
To view the complete Carnival Cruise Ticket Contract go
to:
http://www.carnival.com/CMS/Static_Templates/ticket_contract.aspx.
CAN I BRING MY CHILDREN?
Yes. Fun isn't just for adults! Carnival offers
http://www.carnival.com/CMS/FAQs/Camp_Carnival_Program.aspx
Carnival also offers Babysitting
For your convenience Camp Carnival offers evening babysitting services allowing
parents time to enjoy our fun-filled nightlife without having to worry about
their little ones.
Babysitting service is available every evening from 10:00pm to 3:00am in the
children's playroom, for children from 4 months to 11 years of age. In port,
group daytime babysitting is available for infants two and under, from port
arrival until noon, for a fee.
In order to take advantage of this great service, parents must sign up in
advance with the Youth Staff onboard. The cost for this service is $6 per hour
for the first child and $4 per hour for each additional child in the same
immediate family. Payment must be made with your "Sail & Sign"
card and is due upon pick-up.
All babysitting is done in a "slumber party" atmosphere, where kids
can enjoy watching movies and cartoons. Pillows, blankets and cribs will be
provided. However, any toiletries or diapers must be provided by parents.
*All pricing is subject to change.
For any additional Carnival Cruise Line questions - you can browse their FAQ
page at:
http://www.carnival.com/CMS/FAQs/FAQLanding.aspx.
WILL
THERE BE A FORMAL NIGHT?
Yes. Formal night will be Saturday, July 7th.
WHAT
TIME DO I NEED TO ARRIVE AT THE PIER?
For guests traveling from the West Coast or cities that have airports with the
possibility of being snowed in, it is highly recommended that you arrive a day
early. Please make your hotel reservations as early as possible - don't wait
until the last minute.
Embarkation for boarding will begin at approximately 1 pm. Boarding
will close at 3:30 pm. You must check-in at least 30 minutes prior to the
ship's departure (4 pm) to avoid the risk of automatic cancellation.
For guests flying into Ft. Lauderdale International Airport, please
schedule your flight to arrive no later than 1:30 pm.
For guests flying into
The approximate travel time between the
How
Do I Get to the
ADDRESS:
Terminal B and Terminal C
1741 and
Dodge Island
Travel
Time:
DIRECTIONS
TO THE PORT:
Traveling
from I-95 North or South -
Traveling
from the West Coast of
PARKING: $15 per day (rates
subject to change by the Port Authority)
For more
information: 305-347-4933