Mid-August 2010
Autism Group Cruise

Departing from
Ft Lauderdale, Florida

on Saturday August 14, 2010 for 5 nights, traveling to
Key West, Cozumel and CocoCay



This Group Cruise will also feature OPTIONAL
Instructional Workshops on Training Service Animals
included in your cruise package.  See below for more information.

 

Onboard

"Grandeur of the Seas"

 

The Ship Grandeur of the Seas is a beautiful and elegant ship.  The ship features an on-board casino, eight themed bars, and an open atrium that stretches from deck 4 to deck 10.  An outdoor pool 4 whirlpool areas, and off of the main pool is the Solarium area with another pool and 2 whirlpools.  There is a jogging track and several youth facilities scattered about the ship, including an arcade area.  The ship boasts a Spa and Fitness Center, a main dining room, the Great Gatsby, and the ship also contains a conference center, a library with an honor checkout system and quiet area, a card/board game room, a buffet restaurant called The Windjammer, 2 shuffle board courts, a rock wall with areas for climbers of various skills, a photo shop, several stores specializing in jewelry, souvenirs, cigars, cigarettes, and liquor, and a piano area.  Click for more details

 

Key West, Florida Discover what the locals call the "Conch Republic." Early settlers farmed key limes here; later inhabitants salvaged cargo sunk on nearby reefs to create young America's wealthiest city: Key West. Florida is home to this southernmost point in the continental U.S., where you can stroll the streets Hemingway called home and soak in one of the city's celebrated Mallory Square sunsets in this part Bohemian village, part historical landmark and always fun-filled town.

 

Cozumel, Mexico The Conquistadors first saw Mexico from the shores of Cozumel while searching for gold. Today, visitors to the island continue to seek out gold and silver jewelry in the shops of San Miguel while having a great time in its many local bars and restaurants.  Plus, the waters around Cozumel's sheltered coral reefs make this one of the best snorkeling areas in the world.

 

CocoCay, Bahamas Surrounded by the gentle, translucent waters of the Bahamas chain lies the secluded island of CocoCay.   With its white-sand beaches and spectacular surroundings, CocoCay is a wonderland of adventure.  Reserved exclusively for Royal Caribbean guests, this tropical paradise has recently been updated with new aquatic facilities, nature trails and a ton of great places to just sit back, relax and enjoy a tropical drink.

 

ONE GREAT PACKAGE PRICE
Package includes
Private Group Services and Activities

 

This Group Cruise will also feature an OPTIONAL "Autism on the Seas" exclusive Workshop
included in your cruise package:
 Instructional Workshops on
Training Service Animals

More info

Services

Our Guidance

We've made cruising with autism our expertise and we're here to help you.  Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns, especially as it relates to autism and cruising. 

Accessibility more detailed info

- Service Animals Permitted
  Access and Services for People with Disabilities

Cruise Familiarization Tools more detailed info

- Cruise PECS

- Cruise Social Story

- Ship Information Sheet

- Pictures from prior Cruise click here

Customized Care more detailed info

 Pre-Cruise Questionnaire to aid our Staff and the onboard Children
 Counselors

Dining* more detailed info

- Special Dietary Accommodations
- Private Dining Room/Area for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- SAME Dining Wait Staff for Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner
- Early Dinner Seating with group (Early Dining)
- Exemption for Dinner Dress Code

Expedited/Private Cruise Accommodations* more detailed info

- Priority Boarding onto Ship
- Priority Disembarkation from Ship
- Private Muster Drill Area

- Group Seating for shows

Staff  more detailed info

- "Autism on the Seas" experienced cruise staff

- Professional Medical Physicians and Nurses

- College degreed Cruise Line Children Counselors

Misc...

- All of the regular services & activities onboard Royal Caribbean
  Cruises

- Special Gifts
- Have a "Special" Request or Need? Contact us
...and more

 

Activities*

Ability Level

All private activities will be structured to match each individual's abilities.

Adults and Teens with Autism Activities* more detailed info

A Pre-Cruise Questionnaire is sent to each adult with autism cruising with us.  This questionnaire collects information related to each persons likes, dislikes, and activities they prefer.  We then use this information to help customize and determine which activities we will offer.

Cruise Line Children's Program Activities more detailed info

- Exclusive grouping by ability (not age)

- Drop-off program runs from morning until late night.

- Beepers are issued to parents/guardians

- Activities are scheduled throughout each day

- Alternate activities are available for our children when scheduled
  activities do not meet their need

PRIVATE Cruise Line Children's Program Activities* more detailed info

Private sessions are offered within the Children's Program facilities, where all family members and friends are welcome to participate.

PRIVATE AotS coordinated Activities* more detailed info

Arts and Crafts

Bingo (various versions with pictures)

Board Games

Dancing

Family gatherings and parties

Karaoke

Movies

Pool (water sensory related) Activities

Scavenger Hunts

Scrapbooking for Parents & Adults (with autism)

Whirlpool Parties

PRIVATE Ship Facility/Venue Activities* more detailed info

Back Stage Theatre Tours

Basketball

Bridge Tours

Disco (Dance Club)

Fitness/Aerobics Classes

Flow-Rider

Ice Skating

Inline Skating
Jump Zone (Bungee Trampoline)
Mini-Golf

Ping-Pong

Pool Slide

Pool Tables

Rock Wall

Shuffleboard

Volleyball

Zip Line

Respite Time* more detailed info

Some of our events (parties, activities, movies) will give parents an opportunity to enjoy adult activities while children are being cared for by staff.  The Cruise Line Children's Program also provides respite time during the day and evening.

Special POTTY TRAINING Provisions

All children that are not Potty Trained can participate in the activities.  Special guidelines have been established. Click here for more info

*Services/Activities for each cruise vary depending on ship venues, schedule, itinerary and other factors.

Exclusive on this Cruise ONLY
Thinking about a Service Dog for your child?

- Training for Service Animals
- State & Federal Laws governing Service Animals

- Training Techniques
- Alternative ways to obtain a Service Animal that will save you lots of $$$

   More info on bringing your Service Animal onboard

 

 

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What's Included
FAQ
Prices or to Book


Do you have a Group, know others who are Interested, or are you a
member of an Autism Organization?  
Would you like to cruise for free or at a discount??
  Click here to learn about out Group Discounts / Referral Program

 

 

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