Important Information About Your Cruise

Once you are booked, here is some important information you will need to know that can make your cruise more fun and reduce any hassle or challenges you may encounter.
Documents	VERY IMPORTANT! PASSPORT IS Highly Recommended SEACruises strongly recommends that all guests travel with a passport that is valid for at least six (6) months beyond the end of their cruise. This greatly assists guests who may need to fly out of the United States to meet their ship at the next available port should they miss their scheduled embarkation in a U.S. port; guests entering the U.S. at the end of their cruise; and guests needing to fly to the U.S. before their cruise ends, because of medical, family, personal or business emergencies, missing a ship's departure from a port of call, involuntary disembarkation from a ship due to misconduct, or other reasons. U.S. citizens taking "closed-loop" cruises are not required to have a passport, but will need proof of citizenship such as an original or certified copy of a birth certificate, a certificate of naturalization, a passport card, an enhanced driver's license (EDL) as well as a government-issued photo ID. Children are also required to bring proof of citizenship, and if 16 and over, a photo ID is also required. HOWEVER.... If there is an emergency during the cruise and you need to fly back to the US you will NOT be allowed to board an airplane without a valid passport. That is why it is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED. Note: This rule may change at any time. For up to date information please see: http://travel.state.gov/passport/passport_1738.html The name on your passport MUST match the name on the cruise line manifest given to us at the time you register. There is NO REFUND for guests who show up at the pier and are denied boarding due to improper documentation. Non-US Citizens will be responsible to determine that they possess the correct documentation to depart and return to the US Need assistance in obtaining a passport? Please Note: The US Department of Homeland Security has recently postponed the deadline for passports to be required on this cruise in which case passengers "may" be allowed to take n this cruise by bringing a government issued photo ID PLUS an original county issued birth certificate plus any bridge documents that will connect the exact name of the birth certificate with the names on the ship's manifest (such as a marriage license. Agency STRONGLY RECOMMENDS that you obtain and bring a valid passport.
Directions to the pier and parking information	The pier is located in Long Beach, CA adjacent to the Queen Mary
Air Flights to Long Beach and transfers from the airport to the pier	This package is for the cruise only. SEACruises can assist in making air reservations to Long Beach as well as transfers to the pier. In today's environment, airline fares change almost daily, and the lowest rates are generally found on-line. You are welcome to book your own airline tickets. However, if you would like the agency's assistance, we would be happy to handle that for you. Please plan your itinerary to arrive in Long Beach no later than 11:00 am on Oct 18, 2011, and plan your return flight no earlier that 12noon on Oct 21, 2011 Transfers to and from Los Angeles area Airports and the pier in Long Beach are available for $80.00 round trip per person (subject to change) through the cruise line. Advance reservations are necessary. Reserve your transfers at least 60 days in advance. Please note that the airport is very close to the pier and that sharing a taxi might be a better and less expensive option.
Pre Cruise Hotel in Long Beach	For those who wish to arrive early or late, a hotel package is available at a hotel near the pier in Long Beach. The cost is approx $80.00 per person per night double occupancy.
Your cruise tickets, Your Express Pass and Embarkation Procedure	Most Cruise Lines have converted to electronic cruise documents. Your electronic ticket "Express Pass" will be available for you to download approximately 30 days before your departure. You will have to complete a simple on-line form to complete your advance boarding, immigrations and customs pass so that you can expedite boarding at the pier. If you have any difficulties, or would like SEACruises assistance, please contact SEACruises Mon-Fri 8:30am - 5:00pm Pacific time at 800 795-1008.
Your Cruise Card	Upon arrival at the pier, please present your passport, a valid credit card to establish your on-board account, and your Express Pass. You will receive your cruise card which will serve as your cabin key, your boarding pass to get on and off the ship in ports, and your credit card to make optional purchases ( spa treatments, items in the boutique, drinks, photos etc. during the cruise.
Shore Excursions	Click HERE to review your shore excursions in advance. Once you have paid your final payment you will be able to book these in advance, or you can wait and book them on the ship.
Traveling with Children	Minors traveling without both parents or legal guardians will need a notarized affidavit authorizing the minor to leave the country. Please click HERE for a sample (PDF). Also please note that any cabin with a guest under 21 yrs MUST have a guest in that cabin at least 25 years old. (Married couples excepted - documentation required.)
Insurance	We can not stress how highly we recommend Trip Insurance. Cancellation fees will NOT BE WAIVED under any circumstances. Please see Prices Page for more information regarding insurance
Cruise Tickets	Your electronic cruise tickets will be sent to you approximately 10 days before your cruise, along with other information that will be helpful to you. In the unlikely event that you do not receive the actual tickets, it's not a problem. All the documentation required for you to board the ship is stored in the computers at the pier. Simply present your passport and you will be given your boarding pass.
Passage Contract	TA2000, Inc, The Vacation Connection, SEACruises, SEACruises Groups, Group Coordinator, or any officers, owners and employees of the above entities, can not be held liable for any negligent act committed by third parties, or property damage caused by third parties or injury, illness, inconvenience, delay, baggage loss or damage, or any other irregularity that may occur during this cruise. By making payment for this cruise guests agree to terms and conditions stated in this site. See Cruise Line brochure for additional responsibility information. The Carnival Paradise registered in The Bahamas.

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