What’s included in an Alumni Cruise price that’s not included in a regular cruise price?
For
those never before cruisers let’s cover what a regular
cruise price covers. Accommodations, gourmet meals in
the dining rooms & cafes’ & snacks throughout the day.
Even 24 hr room service. All your entertainment,
conference sessions, use of the fitness center, sports
equipment, ship sponsored activities and more are
included.
Alumni Cruises includes all of the above and more. Please go to our
What’s Included page for
all of our Exclusive Services.
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Is the Unschooling Cruise
Conference Registration included in the price?
Yes!
The
Conference Registration is included in your cruise
fare. See our
What’s Included page for
all of our Exclusive Services.
Will Alumni Cruises Staff members be onboard with us?
Yes, provided that the minimum number of guests are booked, and depending on the total number of bookings there can be many Alumni Cruises Staff members onboard.
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What do the Alumni Cruises Staff members do onboard?
We are onboard to ensure your cruise meets and exceeds your expectations. We will be there as your personal concierges, providing you with assistance in any matters or requests you may have. We will be available 24 hours a day and just a phone call away. We will also be coordinating all group activities, which may include raffles, daily newsletters, group shore excursions, parties, etc.
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Can I book this cruise through another travel agent or Royal Caribbean?
Yes you can. BUT IF YOU purchase a cabin through an outside source (a Travel Agent, Royal Caribbean, etc.), you will be EXCLUDED from all Alumni Cruises related events,
Unschooling Adventure Cruise events/sessions, giveaways, raffles, private parties, daily newsletters, Alumni Cruises Staff member services, etc.
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Can I book this cruise if I am not a
Unschooler?
Yes. Family and friends
of Unschoolers are welcome to attend. Also, those
exploring Unschooling are welcome to attend. What better
way to learn about Unschooling than to be on a
cruise ship filled with those living an Unschooled life!
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PASSPORT INFO:
What Travel Documents and identification do I need?
"Closed Loop" Itineraries
Cruise passengers who are U.S.citizens (USCs) sailing on
vessels with voyages commencing in a USA port, calling
in at least one foreign port and then returning to the
SAME USA port are sailing on what is known as a "CLOSED
LOOP" itinerary.
The documentation requirements for passengers on CLOSED
LOOP itineraries are NOT scheduled to change on June 1,
2009. USCs may continue to sail with their
birth certificate plus a government issued pictured ID
card (such as a normal drivers license). They may also
sail with a valid passport, passport card, state issued
enhanced driver's license, NEXUS card, SENTRI card or
FAST card.
"Open Loop" Itineraries
Cruise passengers who are U.S. citizens (USCs) sailing
on vessels with voyages that depart from one USA port
and return to a DIFFERENT USA port, are sailing on what
is known as a "OPEN LOOP" itinerary
June 1, 2009 Change
What is scheduled to change on June 1st are the
documentation requirements for US Citizens sailing on
"OPEN LOOP" itineraries.
US Citizen passengers on OPEN LOOP itineraries must hold
a valid passport, passport card, or other specific USG
approved card. They will NOT be allowed to embark with a
birth certificate and drivers license.
NOTE:
The information above was valid on 2-2-09 and may change
without notice to you, or on this website. For
current information, please see below.
Click here to find out more on what you will need
Click here to find out
WHERE to get your Passport
Click here to find out
HOW
to get your Passport
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How early do I need to arrive if I make my own travel arrangements?
You should plan to arrive at the pier at least two hours before the ship is scheduled to depart. Boarding times varies by itinerary. Please check your cruise ticket booklet for confirmed boarding time. It is your responsibility to arrive on time. In preparation for prompt departure, cruise check-in will close 30 minutes prior to sailing. Guests arriving after will not be permitted to board.
See
the
Transportation - Air / Ground page for more info.
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What will I be charged if I cancel?
Please see our
Booking / Pricing Page
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Can I use my Royal Caribbean Crown & Anchor numbers on this cruise?
Yes you can use your Crown & Anchor numbers to get credit for your cruise and receive your coupon booklets from RCCL, on all Alumni Cruises. Either give your
C & A numbers when you register or you can make sure you fill them in, on the RCL website when you do your pre-boarding information online, just before the cruise.
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Are there children's programs onboard?
Fun isn't just for adults at Royal Caribbean. We offer exciting programs for guests of all ages, starting at just 6 months old! And you can feel confident leaving your children, over three years of age, with us because every member of our staff holds a college degree in education or other related field, or has qualified experience in working with children.
From 6-36 months of age, our tiniest guests and their parents are invited to participate in the Fisher-Price Aqua Babies and Aqua Tots Programs. Developed by Fisher-Price exclusively for Royal Caribbean International, these activities are hosted by trained youth staff. A parent or caregiver MUST accompany children during activity sessions.
Kids from 3-17 may take part in our complimentary Adventure Ocean® Youth Program. Adventure Ocean was specially designed to blend educational activities with just plain fun. To participate in our Adventure Ocean programs, children must be three years of age and potty-trained (diaper and pull-up free).
Click here to learn more about
RCL’s Family Cruising.
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Will there be time for my children to enjoy the entertainment and amenities onboard?
Of
course! All activities, whether they are Alumni
Cruises, part of the Unschooling Adventure Cruise,
or Royal Caribbean activities, are ALWAYS your
choice to participate or not.
The "Explorer of the Seas" is a world class ship that offers the following, and more:
Swimming pools
Ice-skating rink
Rock-climbing wall
In-line skating
Royal Promenade (open 24 hours)
9-hole miniature golf course
Adventure Ocean® youth facilities
Full-size basketball court
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Does
the ship cater to special Dietary needs?
Yes. Royal Caribbean makes
every effort to accommodate our guests' dietary requirements
whenever possible. RCL can accommodate special needs
such as, Food Allergies, Gluten-free, Vegetarian (except
for vegan/macrobiotic), Low-fat, Low-Sodium, lactose-free/Soy
Milk, Ensure, and Kosher meals at no extra charge.
Your choices can be selected on our
Booking
Form.
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What about grown ups? What's
there to do for us?
From sunrise to sunset and around every corner, there's something exciting for you to do on a Royal Caribbean International cruise vacation. Onboard, try the rock-climbing wall, or work out with
a fitness trainer. How about a swim or a relaxing massage? Better yet, attend an art auction, or turn it out dancing in a nightclub. There are even supervised activities for kids when they are not in lessons
at the Adventure Ocean® youth
Facilities. And there are many
Shore & Land Excursions available.
NOTE:
Parents are welcome to attend any of the Unschooling
activities for kids with their children.
There is plenty for grown ups to do on board including:
Ice-skating rink
Rock-climbing wall
In-line skating
Royal Promenade (open 24 hours) with shops
Johnny Rockets® '50s-style restaurant
Portofino Italian Restaurant
Themed bars and lounges
Casino RoyaleSM
Golf simulators
9-hole miniature golf course
ShipShape® Day Spa and Fitness Center
Full-size basketball court
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What are the guidelines for
Tipping (Gratuities)?
So that you can thank those who have made
your cruise vacation better than you could have
imagined, Royal Caribbean has developed these gratuity
guidelines:
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Suite attendant: |
$5.75 USD |
a day per guest |
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OR |
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Stateroom attendant: |
$3.50 USD |
a day per guest |
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Dining Room Waiter: |
$3.50 USD |
a day per guest |
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Assistant Waiter: |
$2.00 USD |
a day per guest |
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Headwaiter: |
$.75 USD |
a day per guest |
Note: These gratuities apply to guests of
all ages and are at your discretion for the service you
receive. Gratuities for other service personnel
are at your discretion. A 15% gratuity will
automatically be added to your bar bill or wine check
when you are served.
Envelopes for gratuities will be provided
in your stateroom on the last night of the cruise.
Gratuities may be paid in the following ways:
1. Pre paid by having them added to your reservation by
Alumni Cruises.
2. Added to your onboard SeaPass account.
3. Paid in cash at the end of the cruise.
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