FAQ
Can I go on the cruise but skip the conference?
Yes! You wont be able to attend any of the conference events however.
Can I bring my spouse/family/friends along on the cruise?
Yes! They need to pay for the cruise but do not need to pay for the conference fee.
How much of the time will we be actually sitting inside and listening to speakers?
Two days. The cruise is 7 days long and we will be having our conference during the day on the two days that we are at sea (Monday and Saturday). Each day we are at port you can do as you please..jpg)
What does the cruise price cover?
Lodging and food for the full week (double occupancy and per person) while we are on the ship. It does not include drinks, the conference fee or any excursions. Our travel agent will answer your questions in detail and also help you book flights.
What does the conference price cover?
Attendance at the conference sessions.
Can my company sponsor this event?
Yes absolutely. Contact us to discuss.
Is there Internet access available?
Yes! Though it can be expensive. You may have your own wireless cards as well, but beware that many phone carriers charge quiet a bit extra when traveling outside of the states.
What can I expect for food?
You will find the food adequate to great. They have a large buffet area open all day where we serve ourselves that is free to everyone and a number of other smaller restaurants we can visit that are also free. Some restaurants that are more fancy may require extra $$ per person if their food is especially nice. You can quite happily eat without spending more though. Drinks will cost money beyond the water, coffee, juice and tea provided.
Are kids ok?
Yes! NCL has special programs for the kids so you can have some free time. Though it isn't recommended bring anyone under 2..jpg)
What is the dress code?
NCL has a freestyle system. You can eat at any restaurant (make reservations) whenever and there is a very flexible dress code.
That said you may want to bring:
- Swimwear - there are pools on the boat and likely on shore.
- Comfortable clothes/shoes for any excursions off the boat.
- Something nice for a fancy dinner.
From the cruise line: There is a dress code for evening's - it is resort casual without formal nights, but you cannot wear t-shirt or shorts in any of the dining rooms. You can, however, at our Freestyle Action Stations (or buffet). Jeans are now acceptable in dining rooms however they must be tasteful and not along with sneakers - women can wear them with nice sandals and men with casual shoes.
What are excursions?
Excursions are trips off the boat. The boat will be at a new location each day and we can get off whenever we want while docked. NCL offers organized excursions and activities, which cost extra. You don't have to do them though, you can get off and do whatever you like. Just get back on the boat before we set sail.
Will I get sea sick?
Most of the boat traveling is in the evening and night and you usually don't feel much. That said if you think you could then just bring medicine for it or wear that funny bracelet to help. My wife and I went through a hurricane our first trip with 20-30 foot seas and had no problem. Really. It was fun. These ships are very big and you don't feel the seas like you might in small boats.