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Slide 1:Standard 4: Objective 3Modes of Transportation
Cruises
Slide 2:Cruises
Cruise ships have the same amenities of a resort. They offer lodging, food service, travel, sports, and entertainment.
Slide 3:Principal Cruise Lines
Carnival Cruise Lines: Largest in the industry, has “fun ships” for young, active travelers Celebrity Cruises: caters to an older clientele Disney Cruise Lines: For travelers of all ages Royal Caribbean: Has large ship and lots of options Costa Crociere: Italian cruise line, dominates the Mediterranean market
Slide 4:Cruising Locations
There are many cruising locations and can be divided into ocean, sea and island cruises. Major cruise areas include: Alaska The Bahamas The Caribbean The Mediterranean Mexico Panama Canal
Slide 5:Ship Layouts
Bow: Front of ship Starboard: Right side of ship Port: Left side of ship Stern: Back of ship (moving towards the stern is called moving “aft”) Top deck: Sun and sports deck Next deck: Pool, sports and fitness areas, salons, buffet meals Main deck: Purser’s office Higher priced suites are on higher decks, as they have better views
Slide 6:Accommodations
Accommodations: There are a variety of sleeping accommodations on cruise ships Larger rooms and suites are on upper decks Outside cabins have windows or portholes Inside cabins on lower decks are the smallest and least expensive
Slide 7:Food Service
Food Service: Food service is offered 24 hours a day. Meals served in dining rooms (often assigned seating) Buffets Bars Snackbars
Slide 8:Entertainment
Entertainment: Most cruises offer a wide variety of entertainment Guided Tours Excursions Spas Casinos Movie Theaters Shopping Games/Activities Shows
Slide 9:Excursions
Shore Excursions: additional expenses for passengers and vary from a partial day to several days Cruise lines work with land tour companies to provide excursions
Slide 10:Pricing
Pricing: All cruises are different, appealing to many different types of travelers and budgets. Pricing is based on: The ship The season of sailing The length of stay Cabin location Itinerary